Chapter 179: Chapter 178: Arousing Atmosphere Characteristic

They were expressionless and silent.

Their movements were also mechanical.

But an indescribable sorrow welled up in Zhao Chi’s heart.

These people were once vibrant Humans.

But now they’d become like this.

Before long, they had all placed the Supplies on the ground and left Zhao Chi’s Territory.

After leaving, they didn’t go far.

They all stood on the other side of the Wall of Fog.

Silently watching Zhao Chi and the others.

Zhao Chi gritted his teeth. "Do you... want to come over?"

No one responded.

They were completely unresponsive.

"I’m going to destroy this Territory. You’ll all be free..."

Still no reaction.

Zhao Chi said, "Thank you for helping move the Supplies. Well... I’ll begin. Goodbye, everyone. I hope you have a better life next time."

Still nothing.

Only their vacant stares.

Zhao Chi opened the system interface.

He selected Zhao Ji’s Territory.

[The Lord of the current Territory is deceased. Please select how to proceed.]

[1. Occupy]

[2. Vassalize]

[3. Destroy]

’If this were a normal enemy, Occupy would actually be a good choice.’

After occupation, the two Territories would be permanently connected.

The Wall of Fog at the border would disappear completely.

Plus, there were a large number of ready-made Buildings inside, so he wouldn’t have to build them from scratch.

Many of Zhao Ji’s Buildings were made of stone, which was very time-consuming to construct. It would be great to acquire them directly.

In addition, Zhao Ji’s Territory also had some Special Buildings that he could use immediately if he occupied it.

It was a real shame to destroy it.

When he first arrived, he could clearly tell this Territory was larger than his own.

Zhao Ji must have expanded his Territory’s range quite a bit.

If Zhao Chi occupied it, all of this would become his.

But Zhao Chi couldn’t occupy it.

After all, this was Zhao Ji’s Territory. If Zhao Chi occupied it, those nobles would know in an instant.

’Isn’t that just asking for death?’

’Vassalize’ was also a good option.

Once vassalized, the people within the Territory would govern themselves.

Zhao Chi could set a tax rate and collect money periodically.

Or have them hand over Supplies regularly, like Equipment and food.

He could also have them provide population periodically, such as young women, and so on.

And he wouldn’t have to manage it at all.

When war broke out, he could use them as cannon fodder, which was also pretty good.

But Zhao Chi couldn’t choose this option right now either.

He couldn’t let Zhao Ji’s Territory continue to exist.

Therefore, the only option left was ’Destroy.’

’That’s not bad either.’

[You have chosen to "Destroy" the current Territory. This will erase everything within the Territory. Are you sure?]

Zhao Chi looked at those Humans again.

"Alright, goodbye everyone. I wish you all the best."

He clicked [Confirm].

"Th...ank... you..."

Huh?

Zhao Chi’s head snapped up.

There was nothing in front of him.

Only the churning Wall of Fog, sealing itself shut.

’Were they thanking me?’

"Gu Qing, did you hear something just now?"

Gu Qing shook her head. "What? The sound of the wind swirling through the mist?"

"No, someone said ’thank you.’ I think it was those Humans."

"I didn’t hear anything, my Lord. Are you perhaps too tired? How could they possibly speak?"

Gu Qing moved closer, gently placing her hand on Zhao Chi’s forehead.

Her palm was soft and warm.

Zhao Chi asked Tang Ruan, "Tang Ruan, did you hear it?"

"I didn’t either, my Lord."

’Did I imagine it?’

Zhao Chi watched as the Wall of Fog completely closed before him.

Zhao Ji’s Territory was no longer visible at all.

He only saw the system notifications:

[Target Territory has been destroyed]

[As this is your first time destroying a Territory, you will receive all potential item drops.]

[Items Obtained]:

[Small World Stone] x1

[Blood Race Racial Bloodline] x1

[Territory Trait "Arousing Atmosphere"] x1

’This... this is awesome!’

’I actually got three items?’

And all three were of a rather High Level.

It was common knowledge that World Stones could be obtained by destroying other Territories.

But it was still a matter of probability.

Zhao Chi already had a Territory, so using a World Stone now would directly expand its borders.

Increasing the Territory’s size significantly.

Zhao Chi’s current Identity was still "Student," so he couldn’t establish a sub-territory.

Otherwise, he could have created two independent Territories.

But that was fine.

Just being able to expand his Territory was good enough.

’I’ll set it up when I get back.’

The second item he got was a Racial Bloodline.

The Blood Race bloodline wasn’t considered particularly High Level.

But it was still much stronger than the ordinary free Races.

If purchased separately, it would cost several hundred to a thousand Gold Coins.

Of course, Zhao Chi had no intention of changing his Race to Blood Race.

But he could break down this bloodline to obtain various Genes.

Zhao Chi currently had 25 Genetic Improvement Points, which was enough for some Modifications.

’I hope I can get some useful Genes out of it later.’

The third item was a Territory Trait.

This kind of trait was different from the bonuses for different Terrains and climates that you get when first establishing a Territory.

This was a standalone trait.

Just like racial improvements, it could also be applied as an enhancement.

Territory Traits, like Racial Bloodlines, were also very expensive.

The various Bonuses were all different.

And this one he’d just received...

’Why does this feel so... indecent?’

Zhao Chi specifically checked the details:

**[Trait]** Arousing Atmosphere

**[Category]** Territory Trait

**[Range]** All living beings in the Territory

**[Effect]** Conception chance +100%, Genetics +100%, Intimate activity +100%

**[Description]** The air in this Territory contains a special component that fills people with vigorous Energy and overflowing desire.

’It really is indecent!’

No wonder he saw so many... little toys in Zhao Ji’s room earlier.

Zuo Yuan’s room had quite a few as well.

So it was because of this Trait.

To be honest, this Trait was actually a good one.

After all, the number of refugees arriving each day wasn’t large.

Normally, with 5 people per day, that’s only 1,800 a year, and just 18,000 in ten years.

That number was indeed too small.

Without using items, the only way to increase the population was through natural reproduction.

This method wasn’t fast in the early stages.

But it would accelerate as the population grew.

This Territory Trait could increase the conception chance by 100%.

The pregnancy rate would be very high.

After all, only after a pregnancy occurs can you start counting down the Time for a population increase.

If there’s no pregnancy, it’s all pointless.

Moreover, the range was all living beings in the entire Territory.

Besides Humans, this naturally included animals.

It went without saying that wild animals would get the Bonus, but it also applied to domesticated animals.

This would also be beneficial for the development of animal husbandry.

So for Zhao Ji to use it as a tool for personal pleasure was truly a gross underutilization of its potential.

Besides that.

The Genetics stat also got a +100% bonus.

This was something Zhao Chi had wanted all along.

It was also what Gu Qing had wanted all along.

Zhao Chi’s current Genetic Limit was 5 points, and he only had a Recovery of 1 point per day.

Besides allowing Gu Qing and the others to get pregnant, the greater function of this Genetics stat was to increase the Energy Points for Gu Qing’s "Genetic Enhancement" Skill.

The current number of Energy Points was too low.

After all, each Energy Point only provided a 5-second Enhancement, so they were used up quickly.

Now with this Effect, his Genetics would be doubled, and Zhao Chi could give more to Gu Qing.

Finally, there was one more Effect.

"Intimate activity +100%."

’What does that mean?’

Zhao Chi only thought about it for a second before he understood.

’What else could it mean?’

The Trait’s Description had already spelled it out.

It fills people with vigorous Energy and overflowing desire.

When he was just inside Zhao Ji’s Territory, Zhao Chi hadn’t felt anything at all.

That was because Zhao Chi was not a being from Zhao Ji’s Territory.

They were considered outsiders.

Once Zhao Chi finished setting up this Trait, he would have a whole new experience.

This aspect was also Effective throughout the entire Territory, affecting animals in addition to Humans.

It would also bring a nice Bonus to animal husbandry.

All in all, the Effects of this Arousing Atmosphere were actually quite good.

Even if the name sounded a little strange.

It was definitely a good Trait.

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