Mandy didnât disappoint Gu Mengmeng. Nothing happened the next morning but by noon, the atmosphere in Saint Nazaire was clearly different.
Because Elvis had already stocked enough food and no longer needed to go out to hunt, Gu Mengmeng let him accompany her as she made the rounds within the tribe. One, was to inspect the territory to see if there was still anything to be done. Two, was to check on Mandyâs results.
The 16 valued females were gathered by the little stream and looked as though they were having a discussion. They all stood up and warmly greeted Gu Mengmeng when they saw her approach.
Gu Mengmeng waved at Mandy, who came up to her with a wide grin.
âWhat were you talking about? Smiling so happily.â Gu Mengmeng asked even though she knew the answer. After all, with her current hearing abilities, she had already overheard their conversation from afar.
Mandy laughed. âLeanna accepted several new males yesterday night. She was just showing us her mating marks.â
Mmm, Gu Mengmeng had overheard this part earlier.
Leannaâs new partner was marked on her buttocks...
To prevent Leanna from lifting her animal hide skirt and showing off her new mark, Gu Mengmeng interrupted. âDuring last yearâs winter, three females in Sauder had given birth, while one is pregnant. You must all work harder so that I wonât lose face. Donât let others say my 16 valued females look good on the outside but have nothing else to offer. Understand?â
âDonât worry, Great Messenger. This winter, we have abundant food supplies and have you, our chief and the witch doctor holding the fort. We donât need to worry about being attacked and will do our best to mate. Next year after winter, we will definitely not let you down. We will not let those foxes in Sauder outperform us.â Leanna assured.
Gu Mengmeng nodded in satisfaction. âFemales are the most precious resource of a tribe, while babies are its biggest foundation. You must all work hard. The honor of Saint Nazaire depends upon you.â
The females all looked like they had had a boost of adrenaline. They stood before Gu Mengmeng with a stance that implied that they would not cease until they got pregnant.
Gu Mengmeng nodded with satisfaction as she thought to herself: Gentlemen, this is as far as I can help you.
As they talked and laughed, Maya also came by.
But before she even came close, the faces of the 16 valued females darkened.
Gu Mengmeng purposely looked at everyone in puzzlement. She then looked at Maya, but didnât say anything.
Mandy exchanged glances with the 16 valued females. She then walked to Gu Mengmengâs side and said in a coquettish manner, âGu Mengmeng, I want to tell you a secret. Come back with me to my cave, alright?â
Gu Mengmeng naturally had to follow Mandyâs script, hence she nodded. âAlright.â
She then turned to the right. âSorry ladies. Mandy and I have to leave first. I will come chat with you all again another day.â
âGreat Messenger, take care. Great Messenger, goodbye...â The 16 valued females beamed as they waved at Gu Mengmeng. They saw her off with their eyes.
In reality, Gu Mengmeng followed Mandy as they circled around and quietly returned to the little stream. They hid behind a large tree some distance away, secretly peeking at the scene by the stream while keeping out of sight.
âOi, half-beast female.â Leanna was the first to attack. She took one step forward to block off Maya. âWe are resting by this stream. Get lost.â
Maya looked like she never expected to be chased off. She stood there in a daze, not knowing how to react.
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