Love and passion, cutting up the wasteland

Qingrong explained some more details, and just like what he said, he didn't stop at all. He quickly got on the pack ox and left with the large group of envoys.

Before leaving, he didn't even take away the extravagant long blanket.

"The Baimei clan... is really arrogant." Lu Meng looked at the gold box in his hand. Inside was a long string of pearls from the coast of the storm mouth, each one about the size of a thumb.

This was forced upon him by the other party.

It's not to please, but like a gift left to the local tribes wherever they go.

Shendi is far away from the seaside, and the transportation and trade costs of a pearl alone have increased countless times. This does not include its added value of luxury goods. Of course, giving such a gift does nothing other than show your financial strength. Value and Use.

Lu Meng looked at the coveted and annoyed expression of the Beifeng clan leader next to him, and knew that he had been the one to receive this gift in the past, and this was also the past practice of the Baimei clan.

"Red King, the pastures of the Baimei Clan are the richest in the entire Shan area, and they are like spring all year round. There is almost no need to move. Most of the herdsmen have lived there for several lifetimes." Old Ethan thought Lu Meng was surprised by the strength of the Baimei Clan. , explained, "Moreover, the merchant guild has also established a fixed guild station in the Baimei clan, and a large amount of Eastern Continent goods are shipped in and out every day... It is indeed different from ours."

Lu Meng just nodded.

The geographical location is safe and the life is guaranteed. In addition, there is a stable trade channel of the merchant guild to exchange supplies, digest excess products or purchase scarce goods... The development of the Baimei clan has greatly opened up other tribes in the area. It's a normal thing.

But... merchant guilds are really everywhere.

They can live in peace during peacetime, but once there is any need, they can use their daily infiltration and economic kidnapping to use local forces as pawns.

The black converts of the past are one example.

But I have to say, it’s quite useful.

"And it seems that the White Eyebrow Clan doesn't care at all about the power changes of other tribes in Shen. The Beifeng Clan's loss of power is nothing to them. Even if a 'nameless clan' suddenly appears, it's just a replacement. Just the leader.”

Lu Meng judged.

"This can be called confidence or arrogance."

"But in this world, being able to mind your own business and release a little kindness is already considered good." Lu Meng's ears kept hearing the herders discussing the matter of the beak-billed beasts in low voices. It was the news brought by the other party, "You can also say that you are too full."

This is not derogatory.

People who are hungry have no time to think about other things.

Even if the Baimei clan chooses to prioritize self-preservation this round,

It can be regarded as doing something with a little effort.

"Your Highness the Red King, you don't have to worry." At this time, Parada, the leader of the Farstrider clan, came over and whispered, "We are already very experienced in dealing with those beasts."

"As long as they migrate farther away, when the beaks get tired of running and can't find anything to eat, they will naturally go to other places."

Of course things were not as simple as he said.

But Parada knows that if there is a top animal trainer in the tribe, everything will be much easier - this is why Faceless is sought after by various tribes.

It just so happened that their Red King...

Therefore, as long as the herdsmen who had seen Lu Meng's ability that day did not feel too worried after hearing that the Baimei clan would not help.

The same is true for Lu Meng, at least his own life will not be in danger.

but……

"Migrating?" He looked at the white tent behind him.

[Construction] The tasks at this stage have been completed and the rewards have been obtained. Even if this "nameless white account" is demolished, it will not be taken back.

But again, the mission cannot continue.

You need to start all over again afterwards.

The "building" phase was okay, and we'll be building another one soon.

If the scale expands to "villages" or even "outposts", relocation will not be possible, and reconstruction will require a lot of energy and financial resources, which will inevitably greatly slow down the progress of completion and authority enhancement.

Sand bandits, predators, weather, intrusions from other forces...

Therefore, even though Lu Meng knew that Shandi had a superior geographical location in the entire continent and had many conditions suitable for development, the Shandi tribe in the past had never tried to build a fixed city, or even if it was built, it would be destroyed halfway. .

Another synonym for transportation hub is the place of the Four Battles.

Unlike the swamp, it is easy to defend and difficult to attack.

If Shandi develops, anyone can ravage it as long as they are willing.

Before there is enough strength to protect,

Occupying such a position is a double-edged sword.

"If you face a herd of beaked beasts once, you have to run away... and there is no need to think about building a city." Lu Meng made up his mind, "Anyway, if you build a city in the future, you will inevitably have to deal with these ferocious beasts, so it is better to adapt early. "

Of course, that's what he thought.

But on the surface, they still follow the ideas of the herdsmen.

On the one hand, even though Lu Meng is already as powerful as a god in their hearts, they will still encounter huge resistance when it collides with thousands of years of experience and tradition.

On the other hand, this is not just a set of insurance filings.

If you can't hold on, run away.

Even if there is a mistake, it will not harm these herdsmen.

"Um..." Parada suddenly became speechless, with a bit of embarrassment on his face, "Can I take this blanket back?"

He pointed to the fur rug on the ground left by the White Eyebrowed Messenger.

"Okay." Lu Meng naturally didn't care.

However, this also illustrates the gap between ordinary small tribes and the Baimei clan.

Disposable blankets used for stepping on feet are considered precious things in the eyes of the Far Traveler clan leader.

"Great!" Parada was overjoyed, "I will... don't grab it, I will share it with you!"

Lu Meng walked aside and handed the gold box and pearls to Old Ethan:

"I heard that you have a son who is doing business in South Union City. When he comes back next time, I will exchange all these things into Kai coins."

"yes."

Ethan put the box into the leather bag very carefully.

"If we want to build a city, the financial resources of these herdsmen alone are not enough, even if I sell them all... It is already difficult enough for them to live their own lives. It is best to maintain the status quo and recover as soon as possible." Lu. Meng calculated, "As for the swamp, the interior is still under construction, but some supplies can be provided after the trade route is opened."

For example, building materials in Rotten Town, ordnance in Shark Village, etc.

If he wants to have the ability to resist defenses under intrusion from all parties, his stronghold must reach at least level 3, which is the "outpost" level. This level is also determined by military capabilities.

The remaining resources need to be found elsewhere.

"Fortunately, I still have many friends before."

He is no longer fighting alone... he still has to gather the wool that needs to be gathered.