The Survival of the Wild Tribe

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Before learning that Luo Zhen was a disciple of the wizard, everyone assumed he was just an ordinary person without the ability to transform into a beast. However, despite being an ordinary person, Luo Zhen managed to kill warriors using the bow and arrow made by Black Cliff. The method he used to injure the human face bird took everyone by surprise.

"Do you wish to fight?"

After Heifu announced that the danger had passed, the people in the room opened the door to assess the situation. They were met by their new wizard holding a bow and arrow, calmly scanning them with his eyes before softly speaking.

"Fight? Isn't that a task for soldiers?"

Living amongst them for so long, Luo Zhen could gauge their thoughts merely by their expressions. However, from that day forward, he intended to change this mindset. No longer would these people seek protection behind the soldiers when danger arose. With their tribe's small numbers and the looming threat of the human-faced birds, relying solely on a few warriors was not feasible.

Brave half-orcs like Axue, who had witnessed the human face bird's injury through the window, along with others who were informed of the situation, were now being encouraged to take up arms. It was the perfect opportunity to motivate them.

"Do you feel weaker than the warriors? Without the ability to transform, you're unable to combat strong beasts. Without the protection of the warriors, you dare not venture out of the tribe in search of food. But what if you wielded weapons?"

With this statement, Luo Zhen paused, presenting the bow and arrow to everyone. "When Heiya crafted these weapons, I requested he provide each of you with a set. I believe even the weakest among you, such as the women, can handle them as well as I can."

This wasn't a tranquil modern society; even protected women were required to engage in physical labor. Additionally, threats such as god-in-law beasts and half-orcs like Axue were prevalent. Luo Zhen's strength far surpassed theirs.

"Did you not witness it just now? Even the soldiers were helpless against the human face bird, yet I managed to wound it effortlessly." Although the previous arrow owed much to Luo Zhen's luck, he naturally exaggerated his prowess at this moment.

"And you, who are much stronger than I, cannot confront the human face bird?" Luo Zhen's gaze turned fierce. "Are you afraid? Or are you unwilling? Do you wish to watch helplessly as your loved ones and children suffer when the soldiers are occupied?"

"Great Witch, I was unable to wield the weapon you mentioned," Ash weakly retorted. As he met Luo Zhen's gaze again, he realized the Great Witch had undergone a complete transformation. Gone was his usual gentle demeanor, replaced by the imposing aura of the black witch from the past. This transformation left Ash and others intimidated, unable to meet Luo Zhen's eyes directly.

Was this the power of a wizard?

"You missed the shot because you haven't practiced enough," Luo Zhen pointed out, gesturing towards the soldiers beside him. "Heifu and the others have never trained in throwing wooden spears. Did their lack of practice prevent them from injuring the human face bird?"

All eyes turned to Heifu, the warriors feeling a pang of embarrassment. During the human face bird incident, their performance paled in comparison to their own wizard's, leaving them frustrated.

"Great Witch, can you fight like a warrior after training like us?" Axue inquired.

Luo Zhen nodded. "Even if you aren't as physically robust as the fighters and lack their transforming abilities, your performance in battle may rival theirs."

"Then, will the soldiers cease to protect us?" someone asked anxiously.

Luo Zhen turned to Hei Fu. "If they can defend themselves, would you no longer feel obligated to protect them?"