Chapter 1978

But he did hear everything clearly.

It seemed the village-level formation's energy was still too weak; it couldn't hold out for long against such powerful werewolves.

There were quite a few villagers in each village, but relocating them was quick.

They were simply teleported into the lord's territory—instant.

Both the Great World and the Territory World are dangerous.

Nowhere is safe.

In the Territory World, one faces direct warfare; if a battle is lost, everyone in the territory becomes the enemy's captive.

One could say the Territory World is the first battlefield, the front line.

Of course, it can't be called safe.

Relatively speaking, the Great World is a bit safer.

At least in the Great World, one can join anyone's territory at any time and flee with anyone.

If there's a chance, running on your own works too.

Besides, the Territory World is too small.

Even a commandery-level territory is nothing but a tiny dot compared to the Great World.

Since both worlds are dangerous, one must certainly choose a freer place to live.

Ordinary people basically all live in the Great World.

So now the lords are having their family members enter the territory, then relocating the territory's connection point.

He hadn't expected that Stream Village, just retaken, would have to be abandoned again.

The villagers were still a bit reluctant.

Village-level formations are weak.

The village isn't prosperous either.

But most villagers still prefer living in the village.

It's like how newlyweds prefer to live on their own—although they may have to do all the housework themselves and it'll be harder, it's freer.

Or like individual merchants: if they can earn some money, enough for the family's expenses and even a little surplus, no one is willing to work for others as a slave.

Being free and at your own command—how wonderful is that?

Living in the village, a few families call the shots.

These villagers all think this way.

At least in this world, that's how it is.

At this moment, Su Qin sent a message:

【Zhao Chi, all the rare materials have been transported to Penglai Town. I'm heading back to Qingzhu Town first. Contact me if you need anything.】

Zhao Chi: 【Alright, thanks.】

Su Qin: 【No need for such politeness.】

In that case, hurry up and craft the new outfit.

The female soldiers currently have a total of 5 outfit pieces.

Stockings, high heels, blouse, bra, panties.

Each could be said to serve its purpose.

If we add a short skirt, what they're wearing would count as a complete set.

Previously, 2 Outfit Expansion Stones were used, so they can all equip 7 outfit pieces simultaneously.

Let's get crafting!

"Gu Qing, Qiyue and I are going to Penglai Town to craft outfits. You're in command at Taoyuan Village. Notify me immediately if anything happens."

Gu Qing was a little surprised: "Craft outfits now? Will there be enough time, my lord? After all, using Hasten-Work Talismans brings negative effects, and we're about to go into battle again…"

Zhao Chi said: "There should be enough time. I won't use too many—probably only 1 or 2 Hasten-Work Talismans. Just making yours won't affect combat."

"Understood. Please go ahead."

"Alright, Qiyue!"

"Come in, my lord."

The instant Zhao Chi ducked in, Qiyue teleported to Penglai Town.

"You few, move these supplies outside my tailor shop!"

Zhao Chi barked an urgent order at the nearby female villagers.

Some of those female villagers had just finished bathing naked, some were eating a bowl of noodles, some were transporting supplies.

But without exception, they all responded immediately.

"Okay!"

"I'm coming right now."

"I'll go call more people!"

Zhao Chi rushed into the tailor shop, simultaneously pulling out the "Ladies' Short Skirt Blueprint," "Ladies' Short Skirt Improvement Book," and "Ladies' Short Skirt Super Improvement Book."

He activated them all.

Light blazed.

【Congratulations, your territory already mastered the "Ladies' Short Skirt" outfit crafting technique】

The Improvement Realm interface popped up at the same time.

Zhao Chi closed it directly.

He took some rare materials, activated a Hasten-Work Talisman, and immediately got to work at the workbench.

First, confirm the material!

Both "leather" and "cloth" can serve as the main material for the short skirt.

The default attributes are the same.

But leather short skirts have more durability, while cloth ones have a bit less.

That's the only difference.

So both Tang Ruan's jade armor and Gu Qing's spider silk can be used.

However, for now Gu Qing's silk is still better — it grants more improvement points.

Once Tang Ruan's jade armor is promoted later, it can be considered.

For now, use Gu Qing's silk.

Next, confirm the style.

A dizzying array of options appeared before his eyes.

All of them were little skirts.

Bubble skirts, A-line skirts, pleated skirts, pencil skirts, casual skirts, and so on.

If the system hadn't labeled them, Zhao Chi wouldn't have known what any of these skirts were called.

Many styles, but all very short...

They're called short skirts, but they feel more like ultra-short skirts.

The style isn't hard to choose — just pick the one Zhao Chi likes looking at the most.

In the end, he hesitated slightly between the pleated skirt and the pencil skirt.

Pleated skirts have a very academic vibe.

Just like JK skirts.

Suited for young women.

The female villagers in his territory are all between 18 and 25 years old — a perfect fit for this style.

The other option was the pencil skirt.

This style better accentuates the curves of the hips, and the waistline shows off as well.

Very elegant.

Relatively more business-like, suited for women of all ages.

Zhao Chi liked them both.

But he also had to consider how it would pair with the other outfits — it couldn't be too jarring.

Their blouses are all deep-V ladies' styles, also quite business-like.

Paired with various colors of ultra-thin stockings and stiletto heels...