Chapter 40 - The Appearance of the Leader Board

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

When Mu Xue saw the scene in front of her clearly, she couldn’t help but exclaim, “I can’t believe it. It’s a desert bird.”

Seeing Shen Fei’s puzzled expression, she explained,

“Look, their feathers are black. Under the sunlight, they give off a blue metallic luster. Their beaks are black and curved downwards. The feathers on their wings are the same color as their shoulder feathers. Their upper tail feathers are milky white, while their central tail feathers are black. These are the typical characteristics of desert birds.”

Mu Xue observed them carefully, as if she had discovered a new continent.

“They seem to be slightly larger than the ones in real life, and the colors of their feathers are a little deeper. However, they are definitely desert birds.”

With plants and forests, birds would naturally be attracted to settle down. However, Shen Fei and Mu Xue did not expect that the oasis would welcome their first batch of guests right after it was built.

The desert birds wandered around, occasionally using their beaks to explore the surrounding land and leaves, as if they were judging whether this place could be used as a new habitat and place of survival.

Mu Xue became a bit anxious. She had also participated in the construction of the oasis. It was as if she was looking at her own child. She wished that the species diversity here could be abundant and rich so that it could form a complete ecosystem. Thus, she really hoped that these desert birds could settle down here.

She said nervously, “What if these desert birds don’t settle down here?”

Shen Fei rubbed his chin, “Then we’ll have to think of a way. What kind of food do desert birds like the most? Let’s find something delicious to tempt them.”

It was said that food was the most important thing for humans. This was the same for animals.

“Desert birds are omnivorous. They should…”

“Got it!” Shen Fei suddenly interrupted Mu Xue’s words and hurriedly pulled her to his side.” We can do this…”

Mu Xue revealed a doubtful expression. “Can this really work?”

Shen Fei said confidently, “We’ll know whether it works once we give it a try.”

…

The scene changed. Shen Fei and Mu Xue were roasting fish. The fresh and fat fish that they caught from the lake didn’t need any special seasoning. The fish oil constantly sizzled and dripped down. Just looking at it whetted one’s appetite.

Shen Fei was very good at roasting the fish. He flipped the branches, causing the fish to be evenly heated. Soon, both sides turned golden. It could be said that the appearance, fragrance, and taste were all present. The fragrance spread far away.

Mu Xue added firewood beside him, but her gaze would occasionally fall to the side. She was still a bit uncertain. “Will this really attract those desert birds?”

Shen Fei patted his chest and guaranteed, “You have never eaten anything that I roasted. Even immortals passing by can’t help stopping, not to mention desert birds.”

“Is it really that amazing?”

As soon as she finished speaking, they heard rustling sounds from the grass nearby. A gray feather had fallen outside. The desert birds still thought that their tracks had not been exposed, and they were well-hidden.

Shen Fei curled his lips slightly, “Look, the fish took the bait.”

Shen Fei and Mu Xue looked at each other and smiled. They placed the roasted fish on the ground and retreated far away. The huge banana leaf was just enough to cover their figures.

After a moment, as if finally having ascertained that there was no one around, the desert birds emerged from the bushes. They approached the fish on the ground cautiously, but only nudged it with their beaks. It was obvious that they were very alert.

Unfortunately, no matter how vigilant they were, they could not resist the fragrance of the fish and its temptation. Soon, the first desert bird approached it. When the other companions beside it saw this, they also fought to be the first. Soon, they finished the grilled fish on the ground.

They sized up their surroundings and seemed to be very satisfied. They no longer had the vigilant attitude from before.

Mu Xue finally relaxed. If nothing unexpected happened, these desert birds should settle down here. It was only a matter of time.

The two of them did not stay here for long. Instead, they explored the terrain, preparing to choose a higher ground between the two oases to set up a spring.

This way, the water could flow from high to low places, and cover most of the range of the two oases.

Although Shen Fei didn’t understand this aspect, Mu Xue was very proficient in it. Very soon, after she surveyed the terrain and soil, she finally determined the location. It’s Shen Fei’s turn to take action.

He used the talent of the Desert Emperor to dig a canal and connect the two oases. This was the first time Mu Xue was observing him up close. It was as if Shen Fei was some research subject. From time to time, she would write and draw in her notebook.

That posture and appearance made Shen Fei feel quite uncomfortable. He nearly made the canal slanted when digging it.

While the two of them had been busy with the construction of the oasis for the past few days, the other players had not been idle either.

[Congratulations to the players for entering the new stage!]

[The oasis leader board has opened!]

[All players, please work hard to develop your own oasis!]

Seeing the system prompt, everyone in both the game and the real world became excited.

Previously, almost all the contestants developed on their own. No one knew how the others were developing. Even if they asked around, no one would tell them the actual situation. This was equivalent to putting everyone in a comfort zone.

Because no one else knew about the situations of others.

Now that the leader board had appeared, all of this had been overturned. The survival of the fittest would definitely result in intense competition. This leader board didn’t just represent the players, it also represented the honor of the countries where the players were from. It could be said to be extremely significant.

There were already players from other countries on the leader board.

At this moment, everyone in the real world was paying attention to the leader board. They wanted to know who was the strongest player. Global public opinion almost reached its peak.

Shen Fei, who had never officially announced sovereignty over the oasis, finally decided to declare his sovereignty at this moment!