I Live on the Land in Global Games-Chapter 192 - 190: Red Clothes in the Snow

Did our rescue really harm them?

Zhan Qing felt conflicted, thinking about the example Mu Ying had used regarding her own territory, he had to admit that in some areas, the little girl did a better job than they did.

If they had been a little tougher when so many people were begging at their camp, not giving up on the entry fee completely, or if they had thought one step ahead and provided methods of survival rather than simply handing things out, would the people not have developed a dependency, waiting only for handouts and unwilling to face the dangers outside the territory again?

The situation in Qingshan Town was so good; perhaps it wasn’t just a coincidence but because the Lord was transparent, firm yet flexible, and led well.

For a moment, he doubted whether he was suitable for being a Lord.

Before the apocalypse, he was just a soldier, only good at following orders.

Zhan Qing wasn’t power-hungry, which is why he had considered surrendering the Lord Token before, "If I give you the Lord Token, can you make Lingtian Town as good as Qingshan Town?"

Without a second thought, Mu Ying shook her head, "Spare me, please. Just taking care of Qingshan Town’s affairs is enough to run my legs off, let alone adding yours. I might die of exhaustion."

At the moment, she didn’t see any benefits of being a Lord, especially of a troubled territory like Lingtian Town.

If she had wanted it, she would not have decisively killed Zhou Hongfei earlier.

Initially, establishing a territory was just to secure a safe place for herself in the apocalypse.

Now that goal had been achieved, there was no need for further action.

In the end, Mu Ying decided that her own strength was of utmost importance and didn’t want to divert too much energy elsewhere.

However, seeing how Zhan Qing wholeheartedly considered the territory’s welfare, Mu Ying couldn’t help but admire him, "If you’re ever unsure about something, you can come to me for advice, but the specifics are up to you. After all, taking charge of the Lord Token means a new ruler with his own courtiers. You can make sweeping reforms; there might be some complaints and discontent, but with the Lord Token in your hand, you can use the territory’s rules to keep them in line and prevent any significant upheaval. Just be mindful of your personal safety when you’re outside."

"Thank you, I understand," Zhan Qing earnestly thanked her. "About the Transmission Array, I’ve decided not to lower the price. If people from other territories can afford it, there’s nothing special about them."

"Oh wow, Ah Qing, are you really considering reforms? Our close relationship isn’t a secret. If you’re planning some big moves, remember to warn me so I can make a getaway in advance. My house might keep out some wild beasts, but not the people from the territory," Xie Sen exaggeratedly said.

With a smile, Mu Ying responded, "Welcome to escape to Qingshan Town! Such a small patch of woods isn’t enough for Xia Country’s number one Forest Patrol to truly shine. You should come to our Qingshan Forest to expand your horizons."

"Hehe, you’ve noticed I’m the number one Forest Patrol of Xia Country? Aren’t there any special incentives for attracting exceptional talents?" Jokingly said Xie Sen, who had given up any hope regarding this Pixiu-attribute Lord.

To his surprise, Mu Ying nodded, "There are, indeed. Those listed on the roll can get an official resident identity card to start with: free from the entry fee and with the right to purchase a Tree House. The territory is also home to many small animals; your chubby falcon can make some friends. It won’t run into trouble playing in the territory and if you give it some money, it can even dine out by itself at the eateries. How about that, feeling tempted? Maybe you could come with us this time to take a look. Your house might be big, but it’s not very warm. You’ll suffer in winter."

"Cough cough, you do have a point, and I just might be tempted," Xie Sen said, already planning to check it out regardless of Mu Ying’s proposition, but now the thought of settling there crossed his mind, as his Fool did seem a bit lonely.

He himself was rather fond of smart animals; it was only because his Perception Attribute wasn’t high enough, and his agility stood out more, that he had ultimately chosen to be a Forest Patrol.

"Hey, hey, hey, don’t act like I don’t exist. I’d be sad about the loss of talent too," Zhan Qing, having thought things through, brightened up and even started to joke around.

"Cheers!"

...

Xie Sen didn’t have many beds and quilts, so Mu Ying slept in Wolf Form that night. The Wolf Form had the highest physical fitness and the fur was warm; even in the snow, it was like being wrapped in a little quilt, nice and cozy.

Watching enviously, Xie Sen had to restrain himself from giving her a stroke, knowing that the White Wolf was Mu Ying in disguise.

The next day, Mu Ying was woken up by the noise from upstairs.

She reverted to human form, pushed open the window, and to her surprise, everything outside was blanketed in white. Snow had fallen all night and still hadn’t stopped.

Mu Ying shivered. Yesterday, she endured elemental damage to keep warm, but today the spell had long since worn off.

Such a snowy day was fitting for wearing red.

She decided not to use a spell for warmth anymore.

She tapped her Thousand Faces Clothes.

Instantly, she was dressed in a red cloak with white fur trim, accompanied by a wine-red fitted long robe, white trousers, and black snow boots, all lined with thick fur.

Her dark green waist-length curly hair was divided into two bunches, loosely tied and draping over her shoulders to her chest.

Then she put on the hood of the cloak.

Before the two people upstairs came down, she tucked her hands into her sleeves, pulled out her Magic Wand and summoned a Water Mirror to check her outfit.

"Not bad, not bad," Mu Ying nodded in satisfaction, truly reflecting the seasonal scenery.

There was noise upstairs for quite a while before Xie Sen came down carrying a large parcel, and Zhan Qing followed with a slightly smaller one.

"What’s this?"

"Your clothes?"

Both faced each other with a lot of question marks.

Hadn’t Xie Sen said they would go to Lingtian Town in a few days?

Why had Mu Ying changed her clothes? And they looked too good!

"I thought about it yesterday, and decided to just go with you guys. Zhan Qing can help me carry some things, and I plan to go directly to Qingshan Town to spend the winter," Xie Sen scratched his head.

"My clothes are equipment I bought at the copper coin pawnshop. They can change their appearance and some of the materials, so I don’t need to use spells to stay warm anymore. The key is that it fits the scenery," Mu Ying said, pointing to the white snow outside the window.

"It really fits the scene. Those young masters will probably pop their eyes out. They won’t need their families to urge them, they’ll probably stick to you themselves. How should I put it, the previous clothes were nice too, but this red attire really catches the eye. The fair skin with a blush, the clear emerald green eyes, the lazy yet not disheveled long curls, and holding a panda-branded hand warmer, that cute, gentle and mysterious feeling, it’s quite tempting," Xie Sen detailed in his review.

Mu Ying was initially very happy with his praise, but she couldn’t help laughing out loud when she accidentally saw the hand figurine Shi Yin nodding emphatically with each compliment he gave. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com

"Stop, don’t laugh. We two are also grown men, don’t charm us," Xie Sen exaggeratedly covered his eyes.

Zhan Qing also turned her head away. She really was very beautiful.

Mu Ying tilted her chin up, "Don’t fall for me, it’s no use, haha!"

Xie Sen mocked, "Narcissist!"