Considering that the vast wooden fences already acted as a boundary between the farm and the forest, it was not far-fetched to imagine that the rest of the forest could yield additional edible fruits. The only hurdle we needed to ovee was the Vylkr Vines, but once we dealt with them, it would no longer pose a significant problem.


    "And what about the water?" the man in his sixties interjected, his voice filled with concern. "We can transport food, but water, on the other hand, poses a major challenge if we intend to build another vige."


    Acknowledging his valid point, I nodded and proceeded to address the issue. "If our warriors have already discovered numerous y reserves during their explorations, which can be used to rebuild our vige, it stands to reason that they would have alsoe across other water sources. It could be smaller rivers, or perhaps evenrger ones,parable to our own water supply."


    I paused for a moment, allowing my words to sink in and contemting the implications. The discovery of additional water sources would be crucial in sustaining the growth of a new settlement. With multiple rivers at our disposal, we could divert the water flow to support both the main vige and the secondary settlements.


    "Furthermore," I continued, my voice gaining confidence, "if we strategically position the new viges near these water sources, it would ensure a steady and sufficient supply for each settlement. We could implement systems to collect and distribute water efficiently, guaranteeing that all our viges thrive without putting undue strain on our main water supply."


    The man in his sixties appeared eager to respond, but the vige Chief swiftly interjected, not giving him the chance. "Yes, you are right. The warriors have indeed discovered various potential water sources," the vige Chief replied, his tone reflecting both hope and caution. "However, some of these locations are also infested with Vylkr vines, and they are distant from the majority of the y reserves we have unearthed. If we proceed, we must find a way to address these challenges."


    As the vige Chief finished speaking, I noticed a peculiar exchange of nk stares between him and the old man. It was evident that something was transpiring, something of which I was not yet aware. Sensing this underlying tension, the old man turned his gaze towards me, his eyes narrowing with a probing intensity. He posed a crucial question, one that had implications for the sess of the new vige.


    "We have addressed the issues of food and water, and we have identified a suitable location for the new vige," the old man began, his voice filled with doubt. "However, what we truly need are vigers willing to leave theforts and security of our current vige to venture into uncharted territory, amidst the ever-present threat of the Vylkr vines. Do you know anyone who would be willing to take such a risk?"


    I beamed at the old man, sensing a moment of realization dawning upon him. Before I could even utter a word, his eyes widened as though a lightbulb had flickered to life in his mind.


    Just as he was about to interject, the other older elder sitting across from him suddenly spoke up, his voice filled with awe and admiration. "I see. Brilliant... I see," he eximed, shaking his head in a mixture of defeat and exhaustion. A smile emerged on his face, seemingly appearing out of nowhere, yet radiating a genuine sense of joy. It was as if his countenance had been revitalized after years of solemnity.<novelsnext></novelsnext>


    The man turned his attention to the Vige Chief, his smile growing even wider. ''What do you think of this, Chief?'' he asked, excitementcing his words. ''While we can certainly agree to this n and start nning for this vision in theing years, it still requires your approval.'' The Vige Chief, weariness evident in his sigh, nodded in response. He shifted his gaze from the old man to me, his eyes reflecting a mix of surprise and gratitude. It seemed that my proposal had surpassed his expectations.


    "When you mentioned wanting to see the Caretakers, when you hinted at another option," the Vige Chief began, his voice tinged with exhaustion, "I never anticipated something as intricate and brilliant as this. While implementing such a n will demand years of careful nning, it brings me reassurance to know that we have talented and creative individuals like you among us."


    Although I quietly acknowledged to myself that my unique perspective as someone who had transmigrated from Earth allowed me to see the bigger picture, I deemed it unnecessary to reveal such information. Thus, I buried those thoughts deep within the recesses of my mind, focusing on the task at hand.


    "However, correct me if I''m mistaken," the Vige Chief interjected, his voice filled with curiosity, "but are you implying that you want to be responsible for the growth in these new viges?"


    Without a moment''s hesitation, I nodded in response to his question. "Yes," I affirmed, my voice persistent. "Considering the fertility of my semen, which can impregnate women, just after prating them once, regardless of age, I see this as a perfect chance. If none of the vigers is willing to take the leap and establish these new settlements, then my family, children, and their mothers will dly step forward to develop this new vige."


    The Vige Chief''s brows furrowed in concern. "And you believe you can make that decision for them because..." he trailed off, seeking an exnation.


    I met his gaze with persistent decisiveness. "Because I know that once I present this n to them, they will choose to follow me willingly," I asserted. The conviction in my words was genuine, as I could vividly imagine the range of emotions that would y out on the faces of my loved ones upon hearing my intentions.


    From my mother, my sisters, Sura and Ursa, Grandma Vivian, Ingrid, and Celia, to Derry, and even Fiona whom I had yet to meet, the thought of informing them that I intended to leave and settle in a new vige with fellow volunteers from our vige would surely elicit a fierce response.