Infinite Evolution of My Territory

C5 - Monster Attack

Qiang Nantie led Huamo around to get acquainted with his territory. At present, it lacked even basic fences, as constructing them required materials like wood or stone, with wood being sourced from felled trees.

Given that Huamo's abilities and strength far exceeded Qiang Nantie's, he presented her with some novice gear, saying, "Here's some equipment for you to start with. Once I get my hands on better gear, I'll make sure you're upgraded."

"Thank you, my Lord," Huamo responded.

As Huamo began to bow in gratitude, Qiang Nantie quickly reached out, holding her hand firmly. "Please, no more of this in the future. I'm not fond of such formality; it puts too much distance between us."

"Understood, my Lord," Huamo replied, a blush coloring her cheeks.

"Just call me Qiang Nantie," he insisted.

"But isn't that improper?"

"Don't worry about it. I prefer it when you call me by my name."

"If you insist."

Qiang Nantie then delved into a series of questions for Huamo, including whether she retained any memories from her life in the Three Kingdoms. He found out that she had no recollection of her past life, which he considered fortunate.

When asked about her magic, Huamo explained that her spellcasting abilities were innate, as natural to her as instinct. Qiang Nantie realized that her past didn't matter; what mattered was the new future she now possessed.

Their new territory was bare, with no furnishings except for the buildings they had summoned. They sat together in the Spirit Vein Bamboo House, basking in the room's spiritual energy, which enveloped them in comfort akin to a warm hot spring.

Qiang Nantie yearned to practice cultivation techniques, which were highly valued in the Whispering Land. His only option was to acquire them through his territory.

He shared some of his limited food supply with Huamo, aware that he needed to address their sustenance soon if they were to last a month in this new territory.

Over the course of eight hours, they surveyed the perimeter of their land. Qiang Nantie's domain spanned five hundred square meters, with an additional fifty meters of visibility beyond its borders.

Beyond fifty meters, his vision blurred into the unknown.

The Lords were compelled to venture into the Fog Zone.

Yet, danger lurked within; the contents of the fog remained a mystery. A novice Lord encountering a monster was as good as dead.

The territory space was peculiar, barring even the sons of mighty Lords from the Overlord Space until they turned eighteen.

Thus, all youths of the Whispering Land were equal at the starting line. They began at level zero, their attributes nearly identical.

Still, the offspring of wealth could bolster their strength through early cultivation and equip themselves with superior gear before claiming their territory, giving them an edge as they stepped into the Overlord Space.

Time flew for Qiang Nantie in Huamo's company.

Eight hours later, Huamo's demeanor shifted to one of grave concern. She lifted her lovely face to Qiang Nantie and intoned, "Qiang Nantie, I sense the presence of monsters approaching."

Qiang Nantie was taken aback. Inside the room, and yet Huamo sensed a distant aura.

Did that mean she would foresee any of his future intentions?