Chapter 332: The Head Wolf’s Command

Chapter 332: Chapter 332: The Head Wolf’s Command

The bulge in the Broken Waist Wolf’s Protective Suit pocket was far too large to be caused by a single Yi Stone.

It had brought a pack of wolves and a Yi Stone; they definitely weren’t here just to move the door. Xiaqing’s mind raced for a moment, and she instantly understood what the Wolf Group was here for.

She quickly made up her mind and bent down to look the Broken Waist Wolf in the eye. This simple action drew no reaction from the Broken Waist Wolf, but the seven wolves squatting outside the courtyard bared their claws and fangs. They saw her approach as a threat and a provocation.

’It would be a lie to say she wasn’t scared.’

Xiaqing did her best to stay calm and asked the Broken Waist Wolf seriously, "Handsome Wolf Brother with the broken waist, do you want me to take off your Protective Suit and get the things out of your pocket?"

The Broken Waist Wolf expressed its intent with action. It shifted its position, bringing the bulging right pocket of its Protective Suit closer to Xiaqing’s hand.

’Don’t take off the suit, just take the stuff.’

"Okay." Xiaqing reached out and opened the right pocket on the Broken Waist Wolf’s Protective Suit. As she started to pull things out, low growls rose from the Wolf Group outside the courtyard, sounding particularly menacing.

Hearing the Wolf Group’s threatening, angry roars, Sheep Leader immediately stood in front of Xiaqing, showing its spiral horn to the wolves. The Sick Wolf also stood by Xiaqing’s side, shielding her from the Wolf Group.

’And the Broken Leg Wolf? After being scolded, it was still standing by the overturned water basin, not daring to move.’

The rushing sound of the rain grew heavier, serving as the mood-setter for this human-sheep-wolf standoff.

The Head Wolf, which had been lying under the eaves, slowly stood up. It let out a low growl at the Wolf Group, baring its bone-white fangs.

The seven wolves outside the courtyard, as well as the Broken Waist Wolf, Broken Leg Wolf, and Sick Wolf inside, all lowered their heads and tucked their tails between their legs at the Head Wolf’s roar, assuming a submissive posture.

The Head Wolf’s authority was not to be challenged.

The Head Wolf’s command must be obeyed.

Xiaqing pulled two walnut-sized Yi Stones from the Broken Waist Wolf’s side pocket, her heart pounding furiously.

What did two walnut-sized Yi Stones, weighing a total of about 50 grams, mean? It meant that if no new uses for them appeared, at her current rate of consumption, this would be enough to last Xiaqing a whole year!

That wasn’t all. The Broken Waist Wolf turned, letting Xiaqing search its left pocket. This time, Xiaqing pulled out a large clump of grass, roots and all.

’Yi Stones plus medicinal herbs... it was clear how seriously the Wolf Group was taking this trade.’

Xiaqing took a deep breath, steadied her emotions, and asked, "Handsome Wolf Brother, what do you want to trade for this time?"

After entering the house with its clean paws, the Broken Waist Wolf did something unexpected. It went to the kitchen and came back out carrying the water basin that the Sick Wolf and Sheep Leader drank from.

It walked up to Xiaqing, placed the basin on the floor, put the object it was holding in its mouth into the basin, and looked at her with a serious expression.

Xiaqing understood its meaning but was astonished by its action. The Broken Waist Wolf had been carrying a needleless syringe in its mouth this whole time. ’Where did it get that?’

"You want to trade the Yi Stones you brought for Special Level Nutrient Liquid?"

Seeing that Xiaqing understood, the Broken Waist Wolf went into the bathroom, rested its paws on the bathtub, and turned to look at her.

’Not just for Special Level Nutrient Liquid, but for the medicinal bath too.’

Regardless of whether the Broken Waist Wolf could understand her, Xiaqing had to make things clear. "Do all the wolves you brought with you want to take a bath?"

The Broken Waist Wolf grinned, revealing the small, snow-white tips of its two fangs. It was smiling.

The smile was breathtakingly intense for Xiaqing to witness. ’A pack of powerful Evolutionary Wolves, soaking in Body Injury Healing Potion and drinking Special Level Nutrient Liquid... what are they planning to do?’

’A fight. This Wolf Group is definitely preparing for a fight. That’s why they invested so heavily, bringing two large Yi Stones and a bundle of herbs all at once.’

’Who are they going to fight? The Bear Group or the Snake Group that severely wounded them in July? Or are they planning to take on both?’

’If that’s the case, it wouldn’t be right for me to let all the wolves soak in this tub of medicinal liquid, which has already been used four times and left out all night.’

’The last few wolves to soak might not have their injuries fully healed or even alleviated. If they can’t get their bodies into optimal condition before fighting a powerful enemy, they could fail or even die.’

Xiaqing took another deep breath. "Handsome Wolf Brother, wait a moment. I need to make a phone call before I decide whether to trade."

Xiaqing took out her phone and called Da Ya. "Brother Ya, is it a good time to talk? Or is it convenient for me to contact Brother San right now?"

"One moment." Needless to say, Da Ya knew why Xiaqing was looking for Zhang San.

About five minutes later, Xiaqing received a call from Zhang San. He had clearly just been woken up, his voice thick with morning grumpiness. "Xiaqing, you’re disturbing my sleep on a rainy day?"

Xiaqing quickly apologized. "Brother San, it’s really an emergency. The Wolf Group entered my territory yesterday and discovered that my medicinal bath is a good thing. Right now, there are eleven wolves on my land, and they want to trade a large bundle of herbs for the medicinal bath. Brother San, the water I used last night has already been used by two wolves and a sheep. If another nine wolves soak in it, will the medicine still be effective enough?"

Zhang San’s interest was piqued. "Are they all Evolutionary Wolves?"

Xiaqing answered with certainty, "Yes, they’re all Evolutionary Wolves. A few of them are even bigger than the one with the waist injury."

"Then it’s definitely not enough," Zhang San replied. "Don’t you still have one more packet of medicine?"

"Yes." Da Ya had delivered a month’s supply of medicine to Xiaqing at once, a total of three packets. Xiaqing had used two, so she did indeed have one left.

"After the rain stops, give me the herbs the wolves brought. In six days, I’ll have Da Ya deliver more medicine to you. Don’t throw out the medicinal liquid you’ve already used. Divide the packet of medicine you have into nine portions. Add one-ninth for each wolf when it’s their turn to soak, and mix it with warm water. Remember to have them wash the mud off themselves before they get in."

’My idol needs time to prepare the medicine without Ji Li and the others knowing.’

After sincerely thanking him, Xiaqing hung up. She went to the Broken Waist Wolf waiting in the bathroom and said, "I agree to the trade. However, I’m going to move the bathtub into the courtyard. Handsome Wolf Brother, how about you have your companions soak in the courtyard?"

Even though they were paying customers—SSVIPs, even—Xiaqing would not allow a pack of feral Evolutionary Wolves inside her house. If it weren’t raining, she would have made them soak outside the courtyard.

Seeing no objection from the Broken Waist Wolf, Xiaqing lifted the bathtub and placed it securely under the eaves. "Handsome Wolf Brother, please wait a moment. I’ll heat the water and add some more spring water and medicine."

Xiaqing went back inside, retrieved the last packet of Body Injury Healing Potion from the storage room, and added some to the tub. She then topped it up with Pollution-free Spring Water and heated it to a suitable temperature. "You can start. One hour for each wolf."

Xiaqing had assumed the Broken Waist Wolf would be the first to take a bath, as its status in the Wolf Group was second only to the Head Wolf. But to her surprise, the Broken Waist Wolf went outside, called all the other wolves in, had them wait in the sheep pen, and then led the strongest, a grayish-brown Evolutionary Wolf, to the bathtub under the eaves.

With its head raised, this wolf was taller than Xiaqing. When it came under the eaves and met her gaze, she felt an extremely strong sense of pressure. ’A powerhouse. This wolf is definitely a formidable Evolver.’

’Without a Handgun, I would be no match for it. With a sniper rifle, I’d win at a distance, but the wolf would win in close combat.’

And so, Xiaqing’s admiration for the Head Wolf rose to a new level.

’To be able to keep such a powerful Evolutionary Wolf in check, the Head Wolf’s combat power must be absolutely incredible. If the Head Wolf went all out, even Yang Jin, the Green Dragon Team’s Top Level fighter, might not be its match!’