Too many female prisoners, a special forces soldier transmigrates and marries wildly.

The night passed without incident, but a heavier gloom hung over everyone in the courtyard. Ye Qingli's warning and Hu Biao's attack signaled that the peace of the mountain village had been shattered, and a crisis was imminent. Lin Feng's vacation was indeed drawing to a close.

The next morning, Lin Feng got up earlier than usual.

"I'm going into the mountains, and I'll be back by evening at the latest," he said calmly to the three women who were preparing breakfast.

This time, his goal was very clear—to acquire a sufficiently substantial and valuable prey as a stepping stone to meet "Captain Li." The captain of the county's garrison was a powerful figure, and befriending him would be crucial for the safety of his family after his departure and for any possible future escape routes.

Instead of going to his usual hunting grounds, he ventured deeper and into the more treacherous heart of the mountains. There, few people ventured, and large wild beasts roamed, but that also meant a richer harvest and rarer treasures.

Relying on his experience as a special forces soldier in his previous life and his familiarity with the mountain forest environment over the past few months, Lin Feng moved through the dense forest like a ghost. He avoided ordinary animal trails, choosing instead steep and rugged places to search for traces of top predators or rare prey.

In the afternoon, he spotted his target at the foot of a shady cliff.

It was a fully grown, striped tiger! Nearly ten feet long, its shoulders reaching its waist, its yellow and black fur gleaming dangerously in the sunlight filtering through the trees. It was dozing on a large rock, with some fresh deer bones scattered around it, clearly having just had a hearty meal.

Lin Feng's heartbeat calmed down, but his blood was secretly boiling. Hunting such a ferocious beast was extremely risky, but the rewards were equally astonishing. A complete tiger skin, tiger bones, and tiger penis were priceless treasures in any era, and the best proof of a martial artist's bravery. To present such items as a gift would be enough to demonstrate sincerity and strength.

Lin Feng's gaze fell upon the boulder where the tiger had been dozing, where several loose, seemingly precarious boulders lay. A plan quickly took shape in his mind.

He retreated silently, circling around to the top of the cliff. Carefully moving to the loose boulders, he used the ropes and sharpened sticks he carried to create simple yet effective levers and trigger mechanisms. Then, he returned to his original hiding place, took out his iron-spine bow, and nocked a specially made armor-piercing arrow with an exceptionally thick and heavy arrowhead and barbs.

He aimed, his breathing steady, his heart beating normally. He was waiting for the perfect moment.

Time passed slowly, and the sun began to set. The tiger finally stirred, as if about to wake up, lazily stretching and revealing its relatively soft belly.

It's now!

The bowstring vibrated, and the arrow flew like a shooting star!

"Thud!" The heavy, armor-piercing arrow pierced the tiger's side with pinpoint accuracy, sinking deep inside! The intense pain caused the tiger to let out a deafening roar, and its massive body leaped up!

But the direction it leaped in was exactly what Lin Feng had calculated—towards the rocky beach! At the same time, Lin Feng yanked the rope connecting to the mechanism above!

"Boom!" Above the cliff, several boulders weighing hundreds of kilograms were pried open by levers and rolled down with a crash, landing right in front of the tiger's intended landing point, blocking its path into the dense forest!

Startled and suffering from severe abdominal pain, the tiger went berserk and lunged at the bushes where Lin Feng was hiding! However, its massive body was far less agile on the rocky beach than on flat ground.

Lin Feng had already swiftly shifted his position after firing the first arrow. Like a nimble ape, he climbed a nearby tree, and from his elevated vantage point, drew his bow once more!

"Whoosh! Whoosh!" Two arrows shot in quick succession, one aimed at the tiger's eye and the other at its hind leg joint!

Tigers are fierce, but they are not made of steel. Although the arrow that hit its eye was dodged by tilting its head and only grazed its ear, the arrow that hit its hind leg joint was accurate! Although it did not penetrate the bone, it made the tiger stagger and greatly reduced its speed.

The excruciating pain and repeated setbacks made the tiger even more ferocious, but its movements were clearly restricted. Lin Feng leaped down from the tree, drew his machete, and gave it no chance to catch its breath. Using the terrain and trees for cover, he kept moving around, harassing it with arrows and flying stones to wear it down.

This is a contest of patience and courage.

He never confronted the tiger head-on, and every attack he made hit the tiger's most vulnerable spot... The tiger's roars gradually weakened, and its movements became increasingly sluggish.

Finally, as the sun completely sank behind the mountain ridge, this king of the forest, who had dominated the area, exhausted his last bit of strength, let out a mournful roar of unwillingness, and collapsed into a pool of blood.

Without delay, Lin Feng quickly began processing the enormous creature. He carefully peeled off the almost intact tiger skin, then removed the valuable parts such as the tiger bones and penis, packing them into a large leather bag. Only the most prized tenderloin pieces of tiger meat were selected; the rest were buried on the spot.

When he dragged his heavy harvest back to the courtyard under the cover of night, the moon was already high in the sky.

"Old... tiger?!" Shi Xiu gasped. She grew up on the grasslands and had seen wolves and bears, but this was the first time she had ever seen such a huge tiger in person.

Liu Yun covered her mouth, her eyes filled with lingering fear and shock. A Yue quickly stepped forward to check Lin Feng's injuries. Seeing that he only had superficial wounds, she breathed a barely perceptible sigh of relief, but her gaze towards Hu Pi was also filled with astonishment.

"It's nothing, just a minor injury." Lin Feng put down the tiger skin and leather bag, and stretched his sore arms.

"I'm going to the county town first thing tomorrow morning."

The next morning, he took Ah Yue with him.

It was nearly noon when they arrived in the county town. Lin Feng went directly to the city defense camp's garrison using the waist token given to him by Steward Liu.

The city defense battalion was stationed in the northwest corner of the county town. It was a large courtyard surrounded by earthen walls, with soldiers holding spears standing guard at the gate, making it even more imposing than the county government office.

The guards, seeing Lin Feng and A Yue's attire and the huge bundle on horseback, warily blocked their path: "Halt! Military camp, no unauthorized personnel allowed!"

Lin Feng clasped his hands in a respectful but not arrogant manner: "Please inform Captain Li that I, Lin Feng of the Northern Beacon Fire Camp, have come to pay a visit recently, introduced by Steward Liu, and have brought a small gift for you."

As he spoke, he slightly lifted a corner of the coarse cloth covering the tiger skin, revealing its golden and black striped fur.

The guards stared wide-eyed. A complete tiger skin! This was not something an ordinary hunter could obtain! Looking at Lin Feng, although he was travel-worn, he had a calm demeanor and sharp eyes. The woman beside him, though scarred and silent, had a straight back and was clearly no ordinary person.

"Please...please wait a moment!" One of the soldiers didn't dare to delay and quickly turned around to go inside and report.

A short while later, a tall, burly man, about eight feet in height, wearing a half-length leather armor and sporting a thick beard, strode out. He was about thirty-five or thirty-six years old, with a ruddy complexion and a booming voice: "Which one of you is Brother Lin from the Beacon Fire Camp?"

Lin Feng stepped forward: "I am Lin Feng, greetings to Captain Li."

Team Leader Li, whose real name was Li Kui, sized Lin Feng up, his gaze sweeping over the iron-backed bow on his back, the machete at his waist, and the huge bundle on his horse's back, finally settling on Lin Feng's calm yet sharp eyes. He laughed heartily, "Truly a fine man! Manager Liu mentioned you to me, saying your archery skills are divine and your courage extraordinary. Seeing you today, I can confirm your reputation is well-deserved! This tiger... did you hunt it?"

"I managed to get it by sheer luck." Lin Feng peeled off the tiger skin completely.

The complete, almost undamaged pelt of an adult tiger stretched out in the sunlight, its powerful aura seemingly still lingering. The surrounding soldiers gathered around, uttering gasps of amazement.

Li Kui's eyes lit up. He stepped forward and carefully examined the tiger's fur, texture, and the thick tiger bones and penis. He then patted Lin Feng's shoulder forcefully (Lin Feng didn't budge) and laughed loudly, "Good! Good! Truly, heroes emerge from among the young! This kind of thing isn't something you can get just by luck! Come on, come on, let's talk inside!"

Li Kui's enthusiasm wasn't entirely due to the tiger skin. Manager Liu had indeed mentioned Lin Feng to him before, saying that this man was exceptionally skilled in archery, courageous and resourceful, and had rendered meritorious service in the border army, making him worthy of friendship. Now, having seen Lin Feng in person, observing his demeanor, and seeing this undeniably fierce tiger prey, Li Kui was already quite convinced. Befriending a skilled border soldier would undoubtedly benefit his position and strength within the city defense battalion.

Li Kui led Lin Feng and A Yue into a simple guardhouse in the camp. He ordered his personal guards to serve tea (though it was coarse tea), and then eagerly inquired about the tiger hunt. Lin Feng omitted details such as setting up the trap, only briefly recounting the encounter and the fight. His tone was calm, but the danger was palpable to a soldier like Li Kui.

"Good! Well done!" Li Kui listened with great enthusiasm, as if he were there himself. "Brother Lin, with your skills, it's a waste to keep you in the countryside hunting! How about joining my city defense camp? It may not be as prestigious as the border troops, but in this small area, I still have a say!"

Lin Feng put down his teacup and shook his head: "Thank you for your kindness, Captain Li. However, my family has only recently settled down, my wife and children are still in the village, and my military status is still with the Fenghuo Battalion. My leave is coming to an end, and I will need to return to the camp soon. I have come here for two reasons: first, to pay my respects to Captain Li and express my gratitude; second, I have a favor to ask of you."

"Oh? What is it? Speak freely! As long as it's within my power, Li Kui will do it without hesitation!" Li Kui patted his chest. A complete adult tiger skin is worth a fortune, but what's even more valuable is the sentiment behind it and the strength it demonstrates.

"I am about to return to camp, but I am worried about my wife and children at home. The mountain village is remote and I am afraid that there will be harassment from thieves. I would like to rent a safe house in this county town to temporarily settle my family. I wonder if Captain Li could help me keep an eye out for them?" Lin Feng said, revealing the main purpose of his trip.

"Rent a place?" Li Kui stroked his beard. "That's easy! There are a few courtyards near the military camp on the west side of the county town. They were originally for the families of the campers, and some are vacant. They're a bit simple, but they're safe and quiet, and ordinary hooligans wouldn't dare cause trouble. I'll have someone take you to see them right away. If you like any of them, the rent is negotiable!"

This was an unexpected bonus. Being close to the city defense camp's compound meant safety was naturally guaranteed.

"Furthermore," Lin Feng pondered for a moment, then added, "After I return to camp, my family consists entirely of women. If they encounter any difficulties, I hope Captain Li can take care of them. Although I am stationed at the border, I will remember this and repay you in the future."

Li Kui waved his hand dismissively: "Brother Lin, you're too kind! You've given me such a generous gift, and you're also a comrade-in-arms of mine (in a broad sense). Your family members are my siblings! Don't worry, as long as they're in the county town, under my watchful eye, I guarantee no one will dare to bully them! If there's any emergency, you can come directly to the camp to find me, or you can find Steward Liu!"

With Li Kui's assurance, Lin Feng felt somewhat relieved. Next, Li Kui personally led Lin Feng and A Yue to see the several empty courtyards. They eventually chose one. Although it consisted of only three main rooms and a small courtyard, not much larger than a house in the village, the walls were high and thick, the location secluded, and the neighbors were all families of low-ranking officers in the camp, making it extremely safe. The rent was also reasonable; Li Kui even waived the rent for the first three months.

Li Kui was very generous and invited Lin Feng to have a simple lunch in the camp. During the meal, they talked about border battles and interesting anecdotes from the army, and they had a very pleasant conversation. Lin Feng was knowledgeable (because he had integrated memories from two lifetimes) and spoke with tact, which Li Kui appreciated even more. He exclaimed that he regretted not meeting him sooner.

When we left the city defense camp, the sun was already setting.

On the way back to the village, A-Yue spoke up for once, her voice still low and hoarse but clear: "That Captain Li is a straightforward person, but he has a sharp eye and is not a brute."

Lin Feng glanced at her with some surprise and nodded: "You're right. He got to the position of squad leader not only because of his bravery. Befriending him is more beneficial than harmful. When we move to the county town, we'll have to rely on him a lot."

A-Yue hummed in agreement and fell silent. But Lin Feng could sense that she seemed much more at ease about her trip to the county town.

Back in the courtyard, after explaining the rental arrangements in the county town and Li Kui's promise, Shi Xiu and Liu Yun both breathed a sigh of relief, their faces beaming with joy. Moving to the relatively safe and prosperous county town was naturally a good thing.

"No time to lose, let's pack our things tomorrow and move in the morning after," Lin Feng decided decisively. Delay could lead to unforeseen problems. Although the village head had temporarily calmed down, the shadow of the Black Wolf Riders still lingered. The sooner they left this dangerous place, the sooner they could have peace of mind.

The courtyard was bustling with activity for the next two days.

The night before leaving, Lin Feng "invited" the village head, Lin Youfu, to his home. There were no threats, no intimidation; he simply told him calmly that his family was moving to the county town and that he was entrusting Lin Feng with the care of the village's fields, with the harvest to be split 50/50. Looking into Lin Feng's calm eyes and remembering the tragic fate of Hu Biao and the others, Lin Youfu dared not utter a word of refusal. He repeatedly agreed, swearing that he would take good care of the fields and have no other intentions.

Lin Feng didn't care about the harvest from those few acres of meager land; it was just a gesture to tell Lin Youfu that he was leaving but could return at any time. Lin Youfu was indeed intimidated, and in the end, he almost bowed as he left.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, a mule cart carrying simple belongings, with Lin Feng riding in front and Shi Xiu, Liu Yun, and A Yue walking behind (Shi Cao'er sitting on the cart), left Xiahe Village and headed towards Linyuan County.