Transmigrating to the Beastman Continent to Live a Happy Life - Chapter 43

When Wu Xiaoyin heard Tribe Chief Kun’s question, he replied, “If we’re making dried sea salt, we first need to head to the ocean to the east of the tribe. Although I don’t know how far it is, the manpower for round-trip transport is something we can’t afford right now. However, if we can find an existing salt lake or salt flats, we might discover salt crystals formed over the years, which could help us through this cold season. As for large-scale making of sea salt, we can wait until the next hot season, that’s not a problem.”

Seeing the approving expressions on everyone’s faces, he continued, “As for specific signs, it’s possible that animals regularly lick certain stones, or there are no plants growing in the surrounding area. This is due to the high salt content. Think about it, have you ever seen something like that?”

Lei Lu listened to Xiao Xiao’s words and responded, “I have seen herbivores regularly licking a certain plant, and in that area, no other plants grow at all. I can bring one tomorrow for you to look at, is that okay?”

Wu Xiaoyin heard Lei Lu’s response and realized that his thinking was still stuck in the fixed patterns from Earth. He had not considered the actual situation on the Beastman Continent. Indeed, the animals and plants on the Beastman Continent were significantly different from Earth when it comes to size, making it possible for some plants to thrive in high salt conditions.

So hearing Lei Lu’s suggestion, he replied, “I’d like to go with you to check it out. It would be good to see if there are any salt lakes around that could support the growth of that plant. This could greatly solve our salt shortage issue.”

Lei Lu strongly opposed this. He cupped Xiao Xiao’s face and said, “Xiao Xiao, the area where that plant grows is very dangerous. The eastern forest of the tribe is not as safe as the northern forest.”

Hearing this made Wu Xiaoyin feel disheartened, but Tribe Chief Kun’s words saved his adventurous spirit. Kun said, “It’s alright, I can send a few more males to accompany you to look at the situation. If those plants can indeed be used for salt production, we’ll also need females to gather it. Xiao Xiao should go along next time to guide them, so let’s go together this time.”

Wu Xiaoyin felt very happy upon hearing this. He had only ever roamed around the tribe and had never been anywhere beyond the outskirts of the northern forest. His excitement was contagious, and everyone naturally felt relieved that the coarse salt crisis might be solved.

That night, Wu Xiaoyin tossed and turned in bed, unable to sleep, thinking that he would finally get to see different scenery the next day. For him, who vowed to taste the world’s delicacies and see its beautiful sights, changing worlds wouldn’t hinder his dreams!

Thinking about this made him giggle with excitement. Lei Lu, who had been watching him fidget, felt amuse yet helpless. He understood that Xiao Xiao had never been to other tribes or the mainland on the exchange  day, but it was getting quite late.

Lei Lu pulled him in his arms and planted a firm kiss on his cheek, satisfied as he smacked his lips. He gently stroked his soft hair and said, “Xiao Xiao, it’s late. We need to get up early tomorrow, go to sleep.”

At this moment, Wu Xiaoyin was so startled that he felt his soul leave his body. One hand covered his cheek, and he could no longer hear what Lei Lu was saying. He was completely dazed and soon fell into a hazy sleep.

Lei Lu finally sighed in relief. How could Xiao Xiao’s little body handle all this excitement? They had to get up early tomorrow, and his body couldn’t take it. Finally, he quieted down.

Lei Lu looked at Xiao Xiao’s sleeping face, reminiscing about the wonderful feeling just now. He lowered his head and kissed him hard for a long while, until Xiao Xiao’s cheeks were flushed. Only then did Lei Lu stop, feeling a pang of affection, and he fell asleep contentedly holding Xiao Xiao.