Chapter 15: Chapter 15: Ice Wolf Pups

When the knight easily killed the adult ice wolves, Louis and his group had already swiftly infiltrated the den of the wolf pack.

“Light the fire.” Louis whispered.

Several hunters immediately took out torches and gently lit them.

The warm orange light illuminated the inside of the cave, the walls were rough, and the air was filled with the peculiar animal scent.

Their eyes scanned the surroundings, quickly spotting their target deep within the cave.

More than twenty ice wolf pups were huddled together, trembling.

They weren’t very large, with thick fur, their bodies pure white like frost, eyes filled with fear of humans.

“So many pups!” a hunter whispered in surprise.

Egger licked his cracked lips, eyes burning with excitement, “These little ones, once grown, would definitely be top hunters…”

A few of the pups let out a soft but fierce growl towards the group, trying to warn the intruders.

When you are weak, even anger seems adorable to others.

“The little guys have quite the temper.” Egger laughed.

“Come on, little ones, have some food.”

A hunter gently placed a piece of meat in front of the pups hiding in the crevices of the rock, deliberately stepping back to avoid appearing too threatening.

The pieces of meat were specially coated with a herbal sedative.

This could effectively soothe the pups’ emotions, making them relax without realizing it.

A few bold and hungry pups sniffed the fragrance of the meat in the air, hesitated for a moment, and finally couldn’t resist cautiously stepping forward to nibble.

Seeing their companions eat without issue, soon more pups started to scramble for the food, even using little paws to push away their companions, afraid of losing out.

However, in less than two minutes, the sedative’s effect began to take hold.

The once wary pups, after eating the meat, became dazed, some even found it hard to stand, their small bodies swaying gently.

“We can move now.” Egger said in a low voice.

“Be gentle, these are future war wolves.” Louis reminded.

“Understood.”

The hunters gently wrapped the pups with animal skins, preventing any struggle caused by discomfort.

Although a few pups remained aware and resisted being obedient, writhing their little bodies against the hunters.

But they were ultimately too weak, soon securely placed into leather bags.

In this way, more than twenty pups completely lost their ability to resist, being placed one by one into specially designed leather bags to ensure they wouldn’t be injured during transportation.

Task completed.

Louis looked at the pups in the leather bags, smiling, “Let’s go.”

The hunters immediately lifted the bags, left the cave, and reunited with the knights, heading rapidly back towards the territory.

……

After the pups were brought back to the Red Tide Territory, Louis ordered them to be placed in a pre-arranged wooden fenced pasture.

The pasture was very spacious, with the ground covered in thick dry grass. In the corners, a few soft nests made of animal skins were set up to simulate the wolf pack’s living conditions, reducing their unease.

Despite this, after experiencing the sudden change, these pups were full of vigilance.

They huddled together, ears perked up, baring small but sharp teeth, ready to defend against any outside threats.

Louis stood in front of the fence, his eyes falling on the most special pup among them.

It was a noticeably more robust pup than the others, with long limbs and a gaze carrying a hint of defiance.

Even as the other pups were huddling and whimpering lowly,

It still stood upright, scanning the humans outside the fence with sharp eyes, showing no signs of panic typical of young animals.

And this innate aura made it clear to anyone that it was different from the other pups.

“This guy,” Egger also noticed it, exclaiming, “is the future Wolf King.”

“The future Wolf King?” Louis suddenly thought of something, the corners of his mouth slightly turned up, “Then you shall be called Leng Feng.”

The pup’s ears twitched slightly, as if aware that the humans were discussing it.

However, it did not show retreat, watching them warily.

“Egger, how do you think we should tame them?” Louis withdrew his gaze, turning to the hunter Egger beside him.

Egger’s heart tightened.

This question seemed casual, yet subtly carried a hint of a test.

He knew the Lord was assessing his abilities.

Egger dared not slack, quickly organizing his thoughts, respectfully replying:

“First, build dependency. The pups need safety and food, we must ensure that every time they are fed, they see humans, so they regard humans as their providers.

But that’s not enough. Pups are naturally ferocious, taming them with just food is unrealistic. They will guard their food and might even actively attack people, we must use a more direct method to teach them obedience.”

“Specifically?”

“If a pup guards its food, it must be disciplined immediately. If it resists, it must be pinned to the ground until it gives up resisting. In the world of wolves, strength is the rule.”

Louis nodded in satisfaction: “Continue.”

Egger suddenly felt energized, the tension in his heart slightly relaxing, he continued: “The second step, establish order.”

He pointed to Leng Feng: “There is a clear hierarchy within a wolf pack, and this strongest pup, its physique, bearing, gaze, all prove it is born to be a Wolf King.

As long as it’s tamed, other pups will naturally follow.”

Hearing this, Louis thoughtfully reached out, gently knocking on the fence.

Leng Feng instinctively looked up, fixing its gaze on him, with a hint of alertness, but did not immediately back down.

“So, your suggestion is?” Louis continued to ask.

Egger mustered up the courage to say: “You should personally tame Leng Feng! Only by making Leng Feng recognize you as its master, will they be absolutely loyal to you.”

As soon as these words were out, the surrounding hunters couldn’t help but look at Egger in surprise.

To let the Lord personally tame a wolf? That’s quite bold.

But Louis revealed a meaningful smile.

The Daily Intelligence System had once reminded him, Egger is a Beast Taming Master.

Now it certainly seems correct, this old man has some skills.

Louis slowly stood up, patting Egger’s shoulder: “Very well, from today you are responsible for all beast taming affairs in the Red Tide Territory.”

Egger was momentarily stunned, then an uncontrollable excitement burst forth in his heart, he knelt on one knee: “Your subordinate will not disappoint!”

A few months ago, he was still a pitiful wanderer in the Northern Territory, barely surviving by hunting.

If it weren’t for Louis’ party passing by, he might have already frozen to death in the snowfield.

And now, not only had he gained the Lord’s appreciation, but he was also entrusted with important responsibilities!

Moreover, given the character of this Lord, if he performs well, he certainly wouldn’t be treated unfairly.

The onlooking hunters, seeing this, all cast envious glances.

“Egger, that guy, got lucky…”

“Indeed, his status might be different in the future.”

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