Chapter 105

In this meeting, the former village chief and shaman of the original five villages were also present.

They had more dealings with the barbarian tribes, thus a deeper understanding of them.

Yu Su halted the ongoing debate among the others and first inquired about more information regarding the barbarian tribes from the people of the five villages.

Shan Yang said, "The barbarian tribes are gathering in the southern forest, where there are many savage beasts like tigers and leopards. The outer perimeter is surrounded by miasma, with poisonous snakes and insects coiling around. Without a guide from the barbarian tribe, outsiders entering the barbarian tribe's forest would get lost."

Even the people from the southern five villages rarely ventured into the territory of the barbarian tribes unless absolutely necessary for trade.

"The terrain inside is complicated, and with numerous barbarian tribes, each with different beliefs and lifestyles, dealing with them requires extreme caution. If you accidentally offend them, there's no way to leave the barbarian tribe's forest alive."

Yu Su remarked, "So, the barbarian tribes are not unified."

Shan Yang nodded, "Indeed, each tribe operates independently. However, they all worship the Beast God and have a Beast God Temple. There is a great shaman in the Beast God Temple who holds considerable influence among the barbarian tribes. People in the barbarian tribes, when mentioning the great shaman, also show great reverence."

Yu Su understood, "So, if this great shaman decides to attack us, the various tribes of the barbarian tribes will unite to attack us together."

Shan Yang solemnly stated, "That's right. That's why I'm worried that this time, the decision to attack us comes from the great shaman of the barbarian tribe."

Yu Su pondered for a moment, "Have any of you seen this great shaman of the barbarian tribe?"

Shan Yang shook his head, "No, we've never seen him. When we enter the territory of the barbarian tribe, we only conduct exchanges with a few fixed barbarian tribes. At most, we meet their tribal leaders and shamans, but we don't get to see the great shaman of the barbarian tribe."

Shan Yang continued, "But I've heard that the great shaman of the barbarian tribe is the person closest to the Beast God. He can control forest pythons in battle and possesses powerful shamanic abilities."

Controlling forest pythons in battle?

The others showed expressions of awe upon hearing this. Only Yu Su and his Five Elements Warriors remained composed.

The Five Elements Warriors not only witnessed Yu Su's ability to contract barbarian beasts, but individuals like Lu Yan, Jian Yunchuan, and Yu Feng also learned the art of contracting. Now, each of them had their own contracted beasts.

Lu Yan contracted a barbarian mammoth, Jian Yunchuan a barbarian tiger, and Yu Feng a barbarian wolf. Due to concerns about frightening the villagers, these barbarian beasts were temporarily kept in the mountains and not revealed in front of the people.

So when others heard that the barbarian tribes could control barbarian beasts for battle and felt fear, the Five Elements Warriors felt excitement. Their contracted barbarian beasts could finally be put to use.

"Lord Yu Su, let us go and meet those people from the barbarian tribe." Yu Feng eagerly offered.

"Yeah, Yu Su, we haven't had a fight in a long time. Our muscles are getting stiff." Yu Meng added.

Some skirmishes were easily handled by Jian Yunchuan's regular warriors. However, the Five Elements Warriors, having either been captured for labor or on their way to forced labor, hadn't had the opportunity to showcase their true strength.

The impending barbarian tribe attack provided them the chance to loosen their muscles!

They looked forward to it with anticipation and excitement, a reaction quite different from the others.

Just entering Yu Village, the people from the original five villages were astonished. The village chief explained on behalf of Yu Meng and the others.

"Don't worry, everyone. In fact, Yu Meng and the others also have their own contracted beasts."

Contracted beasts?

The people from the original five villages were initially puzzled. After the village chief explained, they were left with gaping mouths.

Yu Meng and the others could also control barbarian beasts for battle?

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Early the next morning.

Lu Yan and the others summoned all the contracted beasts that were roaming freely in the mountains and gathered them at the village entrance.

The people from the original five villages looked at these obedient barbarian beasts like mammoths, tigers, and wolves, and could hardly believe their eyes. Even the barbarian beasts under the command of the barbarian tribes, who could control tigers and leopards for battle, weren't as obedient!

The villagers of Yu Village were already accustomed to this scene. They contrasted sharply with the astonished expressions of the people from the original five villages. Seeing their surprise, they teased them with smiles.

"Haven't seen this before, huh? It's nothing. Lord Yu Su even contracted the Black Bear King."

B-Black Bear King?

The people from the original five villages were dumbfounded. Lord Yu Su actually contracted the Black Bear King?

"So, what's the big deal with the great shaman of the barbarian tribe and his giant python? Lord Yu Su is much more formidable."

The people from the original five villages were dazed for a long time. Just when they thought Yu Village was formidable enough, they learned that what they knew was just the tip of the iceberg. The true strength of Yu Village was far more formidable than they had imagined.

Shan Yang sighed, "No wonder the heavens guided me in such a way."

The might of Yu Village was something that barbarian tribes like the ones they knew couldn't resist.

At this moment, Jian Yunchuan's ordinary warriors under him had also assembled. Looking at the neatly arranged and imposing warrior formation, the people from the original five villages were once again struck with shock.

Yu Su stood on a high place, gazing at the two warrior formations.

The warriors in both formations quieted down, their eyes burning with excitement as they looked at Yu Su.Influenced by them, others also quieted down, looking up at Yu Su with awe.

The people from the original five villages watched this scene, feeling an inexplicable surge of emotions and couldn't help holding their breath.

Yu Su spoke, "This barbarian tribe invasion is a provocation to our Yu Village. As warriors of Yu Village, now is the time for you to defend the dignity of Yu Village."

"Tell me, do you have the confidence to win against the barbarian tribe in battle?"

"Yes!"

The warriors from both formations shouted in unison, their voices resonating through everyone.

Yu Su nodded, "Good, I believe in you. I will be watching you from the highest point, hoping you won't disappoint me."

The warriors' blood boiled with excitement, expressing their determination not to let Yu Su down.

"Let's go."

"Yes!"

The warriors roared in unison and, led by Jian Yunchuan and Lu Yan, marched southward in a formidable formation.

Witnessing this scene left those who stayed behind in awe.

Especially the young men and women from the original five villages, watching the warriors depart. Yu Su didn't assign them anything, making them somewhat restless.

"Lord Yu Su, what about us? What should we do?"

"Lord Yu Su, we can also go to the battlefield. Please let us go together."

Yu Su turned to look at them, a glint passing through his eyes.

Today's display served to boost morale and observe the reactions of the people from the five villages. Fortunately, they didn't disappoint him. Although some were silent, most of the young men and women were passionate and willing to contribute.

Yu Su had plans for them, and after a moment of contemplation, he said, "You haven't undergone training, and you're not qualified warriors. Joining the battle may not be of much help."

"We can! We can help kill the enemy!"

"Yes, Lord Yu Su, let us go. We promise not to cause trouble."

Yu Su relented, "Alright, I'll let Xindong take you to the rear to help."

Xindong stepped forward at the right moment, "Lord Yu Su."

Yu Su addressed him, "Lead those willing to help on the battlefield to the rear and assist."

Xindong nodded, "Yes."

He looked at the young men and women from the original five villages and called out, "Those willing to contribute, come here, sign up, and follow me to the rear to help."

The young men and women from the original five villages rushed over.

However, some subtly blended into the crowd and didn't step forward.

Seeing them, Shan Yang sighed inwardly.

These fools thought their actions were discreet and unnoticed, but Yu Su probably saw everything. Those who didn't volunteer today might find it hard to achieve much in the future.

After a sigh, Shan Yang didn't bother to speak up for them. They had the opportunity, but if they didn't seize it, whose fault was it?

Turning his head, he glanced at Xindong, who was recording the names of volunteers, and then looked at Yu Su on the high ground. Shan Yang couldn't help but admire. With a simple move, Yu Su easily distinguished who could be used after today and who couldn't, without raising suspicion. Truly impressive.

Watching Yu Su, Shan Yang became even more certain that under Yu Su's leadership, Yu Village would undoubtedly become stronger. The scenes he foresaw would surely unfold.

"Lord Shan Yang," someone approached him, "Lord Yu Su is inviting you over."

Upon hearing that Yu Su wanted him, Shan Yang didn't dare delay and quickly followed.

When Shan Yang arrived, he saw four other people besides himself. All of them were the shamans from the original five villages. He was somewhat surprised and didn't know why Yu Su had called them at this moment.

Yu Su walked over and said to them, "Please come over. There is something I'd like to discuss with you."

Shan Yang said, "Lord Yu Su, please go ahead."

Yu Su continued, "You all understand medical skills. I would like you to act as military doctors accompanying the army. These two are He Qing and Yu Li. They will bring herbs and some prescriptions with you to help."

He Qing and Yu Li stepped forward from behind Yu Su, greeting Shan Yang and the others.

Shan Yang and his companions had met He Qing, but they hadn't seen Yu Li before.

Two years had passed, and Yu Li had grown much taller.

He was the apprentice of the former shaman. Due to the incident in the Black Bear Valley and a falling out with the former shaman, he was no longer the shaman's apprentice. He had been worried that Yu Su would reject him because of that incident.

Over the past two years, he had been working diligently, always eager to take on any task and never daring to slack off.

Perhaps it was precisely because he had been honest and hardworking during these two years that he finally got the opportunity appointed by Yu Su. Yu Su asked him to go with He Qing, bringing herbs and prescriptions, to assist the five shamans on the battlefield.

Yu Li's hands and feet were trembling with excitement. Although he looked stable now, his heartbeat was still rapid.

He couldn't believe he had been given such an opportunity.

He clenched his fists, knowing this was his chance.

So, he had decided not to miss it.

He introduced himself eagerly, "I also know some knowledge about herbs and can help you a few shamans."

Shan Yang and the others suddenly realized, though they found it a bit strange. After all, usually, only the village shamans could grasp herbal knowledge. Was this person Yu Su's apprentice? But it didn't seem likely.

However, they didn't ask on the spot. After receiving Yu Su's orders, they went to the battlefield.