I Became The Chief Of A Primitive Village

Chapter 648, The Perfect Candidate for Success

Translator: Silavin

“Shaman, I want to go with them as well.” Co Co said with utmost seriousness as she emerged from the laboratory.

Ever since hearing about the preparations to reclaim the Sea Fish Tribe, Co Co had returned to the laboratory but remained completely distracted.

She had not even conducted any experiments, simply sitting in her position in a daze, her mind constantly replaying memories related to the Sea Fish Tribe.

“This journey will be very dangerous. You should remain in the Tribe.” Su Bai said in a deep voice.

This would be a night operation, with only Totem Warriors participating, everything would need to be done with extreme caution.

If they brought her along, they would need to constantly protect Co Co’s safety. This would limit the Totem Warriors’ performance. Su Bai certainly did not want this training expedition to become a hellish ordeal with incalculable losses.

“Yeah, we will definitely help you reclaim your Tribe, so just stay here. You’ll be much safer staying in the Tribe.” Yan Hua immediately said.

Yan Hua shared the same thoughts as Su Bai. They both knew this mission would be very dangerous. Bringing along another person who was not a Totem Warrior would not only fail to help, but they might even become a burden.

Moreover, it would not provide much assistance in reclaiming the Sea Fish Tribe. Rather than this, it would be better for Co Co to remain in the Tribe and continue research.

“Don’t worry, we’ll definitely bring back good news.” Sha Lan gripped Co Co’s hand tightly.

Since everyone would be carrying firearms, Crocodile Blades, and recurve bows, there probably wouldn’t be much time to look after Co Co.

“But I’m very familiar with the Tribe. Perhaps I could be of greater help if I went.” Co Co immediately said.

She naturally knew she was not a Totem Warrior, and might very well drag them down.

However, after serious consideration, in the entire Flame Dragon Tribe, only she and Long, the wood raft craftsman, were familiar with the Sea Fish Tribe.

Apart from these two, there were no more suitable candidates. Long was concentrating on shipbuilding research and had even less time to lead this team of Totem Warriors.

Su Bai considered seriously for quite some time before nodding and saying. “Very well, what you say makes sense. Bringing someone familiar with the Sea Fish Tribe would make this mission much more efficient.”

Co Co’s words were true. To truly complete this mission, they needed someone who understood the Tribe, allowing the Totem Warriors to sneak around more easily. This way, the Totem Warriors would not need to specifically assign people to investigate the situation after arriving.

Investigating during the night would certainly yield hardly any useful information, so they could only wait until daytime.

They would only be able to act the following evening, thus wasting another night.

If they brought someone familiar with the Sea Fish Tribe, even if preliminary investigation was needed, it would only be to confirm the number of patrol guards within the Tribe. Details such as specific locations and where the Totem Warriors were stationed could be ignored, since they would have someone who knew the Tribe with them.

“Yay! I definitely won’t drag you down. I’ll certainly be able to help.” Co Co was extremely excited. Since the Sea Fish Tribe would soon be reclaimed, although she was already part of the Flame Dragon Tribe.

She remained quite concerned about the Sea Fish Tribe, especially knowing that some people from the Sea Fish Tribe were still alive.

This made her even more eager to reclaim the Tribe, since this was the Tribe her Father had spent his entire life leading. She could not simply hand it over to others.

Moreover, it was to an invader who had attacked the Sea Fish Tribe. This was absolutely unacceptable.

“We’ll definitely protect you well.” Yan Hua said, blinking her red eyes.  After thinking it through, they indeed needed someone familiar with the Sea Fish Tribe’s environment to better utilise their abilities.

This was a night operation, primarily focused on silently eliminating those enemies. To achieve maximum victory at minimum cost required someone familiar with the environment.

“During the journey, we’ll also teach you how to use the appropriate weapons so you can protect yourself at critical moments.” Sha Lan added.

“Thank you all.” Co Co said excitedly.

She was certain she would not be able to sleep tonight. Her heart was now filled with concern for the Sea Fish Tribe.

“Remember what I’ve said. Stay safe. Your lives are more important than this mission.” Su Bai continued his instructions.

He was not worried about anyone else, but was most concerned about Yan Hua, since her risk-taking nature was particularly worrying.

“We understand.” Yan Hua and the others responded again.

“Choose two hot air balloons for your group of ten this time. This will make it so that you have more space if you need to bring back something.” Su Bai said.

“But aren’t the hot air balloons needed for the Hunting Team to go to the Hunting Ground?” Yan Hua asked with confusion.

“One hot air balloon is enough, especially since it’s only to transport them there. Transporting back what they’ve hunted isn’t urgent.” Su Bai explained.

Transporting the Hunting Team to the Hunting Ground required time, and after arrival, they still needed to hunt, which also required time.

So, the other two hot air balloons could be used to transport Sha Lan and the others to the Sea Fish Tribe. Otherwise, relying solely on walking would take far too much time.

The more moments like this arose, the more Su Bai wished the ships could be completed quickly.

Since the Sea Fish Tribe was near the ocean, and the great river at the Tribe’s entrance connected to the sea.

Travelling directly by ship would be very fast, and most importantly, relatively safer, capable of carrying many more people.

He had initially planned to use a ship, but this opening was too golden to pass up.

“Understood. We’ll prepare and depart tomorrow.” Sha Lan immediately responded.

“Don’t bring preserved meat this time. It’ll be too troublesome. Just bring dried meat.” Su Bai added.

If they additionally brought preserved meat for each person for three or four days, the entire hot air balloon would be packed too full.

This would not only affect flight speed but might also cause accidents. Moreover, the passengers would have no space, making it extremely cramped.

“Yes, we’ll prepare the dried meat tonight.” Sha Lan nodded.

Sha Lan felt the same way. Although the preserved meat was delicious, it was ultimately inconvenient to carry on expeditions.

[It seems like it is time to consider compressed military rations…] Su Bai thought to himself.

Compressed military rations would be helpful for Warriors travelling far. That way, they would not need to carry large quantities of food.

“Shaman, we’ll go prepare now.” Yan Hua and the others bid farewell and turned to leave.