My place is on fire

Chapter 1126: Never mind, just hug him first!
After the war, the once prosperous ice and snow city turned into ruins.

More than 80% of the four city walls collapsed.

The city walls are now useless and their defensive power is almost zero.

If it is repaired, it is not much different from rebuilding.

More than 70% of the houses in the city collapsed, and the death rate of residents was as high as 90%!

The ice and snow city that was once full of vitality has now turned into a dead city, with the breath of death everywhere.

In this offensive and defensive battle, the lord of the Ice and Snow City died, 10 of his 9 sons died, leaving only a 3-year-old child.

Soldiers were either killed or injured, and various departments in the city had also failed. The royal power of the Ice and Snow City had collapsed.

It is already difficult to convince the people just by relying on the three-year-old boy in the City Lord's Mansion.

A two-story restaurant that was fortunately preserved in the city became the temporary residence for Zhao Rui and several generals.

The owner of this restaurant had died in the melee, and the restaurant became ownerless, so it couldn't be considered a seizure.

In the previous battle to defend the city, Zhao Rui performed outstandingly and won the admiration of all the generals.

Now, the battle has come to an end.

But everyone still followed her lead, as if they had already regarded her as the new leader.

"Sir! The number has been counted. Currently, the remaining population of the Ice and Snow City is approximately 8."

A middle-aged general wearing armor and having a beard reported to Zhao Rui the number of survivors in the Ice and Snow City with an extremely sad heart.

Previously, the Ice and Snow City had a population of millions!
Today, less than one in ten survives!

lost heavily!

Moreover, among the 8 survivors, the vast majority are women, children, and the elderly!

The young and middle-aged population accounts for less than one-tenth!

Because the young and strong are on the front line of defending the city, they have the highest death rate.

Today, the city of ice and snow has turned into a ruin. It is nothing but a pipe dream to want to rebuild it with the few remaining people!
This wave of monsters attacking the city was victorious, but what about the next wave?

Without the protection of the city walls, and with heavy casualties, the next wave may not be able to hold out for even a day!
Although they won this time, no one was happy. The pressure on everyone's heart did not disappear, but became even greater!

"My Lord...what should we do next?"

The city was broken, homes were destroyed, and people were killed. At this moment, the generals were at a loss.

What's the point of rebuilding our home?

Many of them have lost their family members in the fighting.

If we don't rebuild our homes, we will be threatened by the wild beasts on the Arctic ice field.

"master……"

Zhao Rui was at a loss as to what to do and looked to Luo Xuning, seeking his help.

"..."

After Luo Xuning pondered for a few minutes, he looked at everyone and said:

"I come from a tribe called the Ice Vein Clan on the Arctic Ice Field.

Their hometown is in a secret place with a very livable temperature, and the living environment is much better than that on the ice field.

Moreover, their hometown covers a vast area and has a small population, so they can engage in farming in addition to hunting.

If you are interested in going, I can ask for their tribe's opinion."

"A secret place with a livable temperature?"

"The Ice Vein Clan? I've heard of this tribe! They live in the far north of the Arctic Icefield all year round. It is said that more than 50 years ago, their hometown was occupied by the Mysterious Sky Ice Ape..."

Luo Xunning looked at the general who was speaking and nodded:

"Yes, Ariel and I have helped them clear out the Xuantian Ice Ape in their hometown and helped them return home."

When everyone heard Luo Xuning's words, their eyes lit up and they had no doubts about what he said.

Previously, everyone had witnessed Luo Xuning’s performance in the defending battle. He was stronger than all the armed forces of the Ice and Snow City!
There is definitely no need for such a strong person to lie.

What's more, he is the master of his master, which makes him even more convincing.

Luo Xuning said: "Everyone, think carefully about whether to rebuild your home here or migrate to the homeland of the Ice Vein Clan."

Inside the house, the six generals were talking to each other and their opinions were very consistent.

"Sir! We are willing to migrate!"

The city of ice and snow is built on the Arctic ice field, and the temperature remains at minus 20 to 30 degrees Celsius all year round.

In such an environment, crops cannot grow at all, and all residents in the city rely on hunting for their livelihood.

It was not so difficult in the past. Every household had young and strong people who went out hunting to support the family.

Now, most of the young and strong people in every household have died in the defense battle, leaving only the old, weak and sick.

How can the remaining old, weak and sick people hunt?

They go out just to deliver food to their prey!
When everyone heard Luo Xuning's description of the Ice Vein Clan's hometown, they learned that in addition to hunting, they could also farm, and their means of making a living were more suitable for the elderly, the weak, and the disabled.

Furthermore, the temperature in the Ice Vein Clan’s hometown is very suitable for living, much better than the icy and snowy City!
So, there was no need to hesitate. Everyone just had a brief discussion and came to a fairly unanimous decision!

As for the rest of the people...

Luo Xuning asked the generals: "Should we consult the people again?"

"No need, sir! Those who want to go can go together, and those who don't want to go can stay by themselves."

"Yes, sir! Anyone who wishes to follow us may do so, and may go or stay as they please."

Luo Xunning nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go ask for their opinion first. After all, it's a big deal for so many people to go there."

"Thank you, sir!"

"You're welcome. I'll be back soon."

After Luo Xuning finished speaking, he stood up and walked towards the door. After going out, he directly used the [Void Search] skill to lock onto Bingbing.

He had previously given Bingbing a fine piece of obsidian, which still bore his scent.

Swah——

After the skill was activated, Luo Xuning disappeared on the spot.

The next second, he appeared outside the Ice Vein Clan's tribe thousands of miles away.

……

In a jungle in the Ice Vein Clan’s hometown.

puff!
A pitch-black, fine obsidian spear directly pierced through the head of a large, gorgeous tiger.

"Whoo~"

"Finally we've dealt with you. Now, we can all go up the mountain and chop wood without any worries."

Bingbing put away the fine obsidian gun and wiped the fine beads of sweat on her forehead with the back of her hand.

This leopard tiger has caused casualties among two tribesmen, so the tribe leader Bing Xiuwen sent Bingbing to kill it and eliminate the harm to the people.

After taking the fine plant spirits given by Luo Xuning, Bingbing's strength has been greatly improved.

She is now recognized as the strongest person in the Ice Vein Clan.

"I wonder how Brother Luo is doing. Will I have the chance to see him again in this life..."

Bingbing used a piece of cloth to wipe the blood stains on the tip of the obsidian gun with a loving look on her face.

While looking in the direction where Luo Xuning had left earlier, he seemed a little dazed.

Luo Xuning has been away from the Bingmai clan for more than ten days. Bingbing would stare in the direction he left from time to time, hoping that it would happen again.

Although the two have known each other for a short time and have not had much contact, Luo Xuning has already occupied a very important position in Bingbing's heart.

Bingbing's feelings towards him are half gratitude and half admiration.

Suddenly, the air about ten meters away from Bingbing suddenly fluctuated like the surface of water. The next second, a person walked out from the fluctuating "surface of water" with a whoosh.

"Eh? Luo, Brother Luo?"

Bingbing rubbed her eyes in disbelief. She thought she was dizzy and having hallucinations.

It must be because I missed Brother Luo too much that I had hallucinations!

It must be like this, it must be!

but……

Who cares if it’s an illusion or not, just hug him first!

Thinking of this, Bingbing rubbed her eyes and then pounced towards Luo Xuning like a civet cat.

"what?"

Luo Xuning was so amused by Bingbing's enthusiastic welcome that he didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He didn't try to dodge or avoid her, and was caught right in the act.

"Huh? This feeling..."

After Bingbing threw herself into Luo Xuning's arms, she finally confirmed that he was a real person and not an illusion she had created.

After realizing this, Bingbing's pretty face suddenly turned red, but...

I've already hugged you. Hugging for one second is still hugging. Hugging for a little longer is still hugging!
If I could choose, I would definitely choose to hug you longer!!

"Brother Luo, am I dreaming? Are you really back..."

After a long while, Bingbing reluctantly left Luo Xuning's arms.

She raised her little face, and looked at Luo Xuning with joy in her big watery eyes.

"It's me, I guarantee it's true."

Luo Xuning chuckled, looked at the big tiger on the ground, and praised with a smile:
"Yes, Bingbing has made rapid progress and can kill this kind of giant beast alone."

The leopard tiger killed by Bingbing was more than 3 meters long and looked like a small truck. It was much more ferocious than the tigers on Earth.

Ordinary people, even if a dozen of them attack together, may not be able to take it down.

"Hehe, I'm actually pretty stupid. I can only be as strong as I am today thanks to Brother Luo who gave me the exquisite Plant Spirit and this exquisite Obsidian Spear~"

Bingbing smiled and said modestly, attributing all the credit to Luo Xuning's gift.

"You are not stupid. You are one of the most talented people I have ever met."

Luo Xuning reached out and rubbed Bingbing's head, praising her with a smile.

Although they have known each other for a short time and have not had much contact, Luo Xuning likes Bingbing very much.

This child is very clever, lively, kind-hearted and filial.

These are the reasons why Luo Xuning likes her.

"Am I really gifted?"

Bingbing pointed at her little face. After hearing Luo Xuning's praise, her heart felt as sweet as if she had eaten honey!

"of course."

Luo Xuning smiled and nodded.

He gave Bingbing, her grandfather, and clan leader Bing Xiuwen a fine plant spirit each.

When the three of them took it, Bing Xiuwen's strength was the strongest.

After all, although he began to decline due to his old age, he still had decades of cultivation.

Even though it has started to go downhill and is not as good as its peak time, it has not dropped much for the time being.

Bingbing is only 12 years old this year, and has nearly 50 years less training time than Bing Xiuwen, so naturally their strength is incomparable.

However, the three of them also took a fine plant spirit of the same quality.

But ice works best.

After taking the spirits of fine plants, her strength surpassed Bing Xiuwen in one fell swoop, and she became the strongest of the Ice Vein Clan.

Moreover, he is the youngest strongest person in history!
At the young age of 12, she has already achieved what she has today. In a few years, when she reaches adulthood, her achievements will be immeasurable!

For this reason, Patriarch Bing Xiuwen even intends to train Bingbing to become the next patriarch of the Bingmai clan!

Bingbing asked, "Brother Luo, what brings you back this time? How long will you stay here?"

Luo Xuning said truthfully: "I'm only here for a while this time to discuss something with Patriarch Bing Xiuwen. I'll be leaving soon after the discussion."

"Ah? So urgent."

When Bingbing heard that Luo Xuning came and left in a hurry, a look of reluctance appeared on her little face.

Luo Xuning said: "This matter concerns the survival of tens of thousands of people. It is of great importance and cannot be delayed."

"Tens of thousands of people?"

Bingbing Zhang has always lived in the tribe since she was a child. She seldom sees people from other tribes, and she cannot imagine how big a tribe of tens of thousands of people is.

When he heard Luo Xuning say tens of thousands of people, his little face was full of surprise.

Luo Xuning looked at Bingbing and asked her: "I want to go see the leader of the Bing clan. Do you want to go back?"

"Yeah! I want to go back too. I'm going with Brother Luo!"

Bingbing's mind moved, and she quickly put the tiger into a storage space ring given to her by Luo Xuning.

When Luo Xuning was in Chixin Valley before, he obtained hundreds of space rings. To him, this thing was no longer a precious and rare item.

When I left last time, I gave Bingbing one as a gift, which made the Ice Clan Leader so envious!

Things like storage space rings are very precious supplies even in big cities like the City of Ice and Snow.

In a small tribe like the Ice Vein Clan, it is extremely rare.

Even the clan leader Bing Xiuwen has never had it.

After collecting the spoils, Luo Xuning and Bingbing chatted and laughed as they walked towards where the Ice Vein Clan was currently gathering.

Soon, the two came to a large area of ​​new homes built with new wood.

"Bingbing is back! Ah! Mr. Luo! It's Mr. Luo! You're back!"

"Mr. Luo is back!"

"Mr. Luo is back!"

When the members of the Ice Vein Clan saw Luo Xuning, they were as excited as Bingbing was when she saw him.

Soon, the news of Luo Xuning's return spread like wildfire.

All the members of the Ice Vein Clan rushed back from their homes or the fields they were working to welcome Luo Xuning.

"Mr. Luo! I am sorry for not welcoming you in person. I am sorry for not welcoming you in person!"

After Bing Xiuwen heard the news that Luo Xuning had returned, he came out of his house and went to the entrance of the tribe to greet him in person.

After exchanging a few pleasantries behind the door, Bing Xiuwen invited Luo Xuning to his newly built residence.

This residence is much more magnificent than the tent he had before.

After Luo Xuning entered the room, he did not bother to be polite with Bing Xiuwen and went straight to the point and said:
"You are too polite, Chief Bing. I came back this time because I have something very important to discuss with you."

"Mr. Luo, please speak."

Bing Xiuwen looked like he was listening attentively. In front of Luo Xuning, he didn't act like a clan leader at all and was as kind as he could be.

"That's right, Chief Ice..."

Luo Xuning had nothing to hide, so he described the situation in the Ice and Snow City to Bing Xiuwen in detail.

"What! The city of ice and snow... the city has been breached!"

After Bing Xiuwen heard the news narrated by Luo Xuning, an expression of great surprise appeared on his face.

The City of Ice and Snow is like a capital city to the humans living on the Arctic ice field.

Upon hearing that the Ice and Snow City was almost destroyed, Bing Xiuwen couldn't help but feel a sense of sorrow for his own kind.