Chapter 7: The New Neighbors

This should be a carnivorous bird of prey

These two foolish birds are completely oblivious to noise pollution; even in the middle of the night, they squawk and screech without any restraint. Their voices are exceptionally penetrating, causing Liu Jingxue to go three days without a proper night's sleep. Consequently, after three days of insomnia, an enraged Liu Jingxue finally erupted without any reservations.

A deafening scream echoed down from the rooftop, overwhelming in its intensity

Liu Jingxue's roof is not constructed in the traditional inverted V shape, but rather designed to follow the natural contours, resembling a flat-bottomed pan. The central platform serves as his rooftop, where items can be dried, distant views can be enjoyed, and miscellaneous items can be stored, much like a rooftop garden.

Now, everything is over

It is said that the vision of those raptors is extraordinarily good, and Liu Jingxue did not dare to act rashly, only hoping that the large bird would leave soon, and that it would not damage her roof.

The golden wind brings a refreshing chill, and the autumn leaves fall gently. Autumn has arrived

Is it silence or death

However, it is well known that choosing to associate with such dangerous animals is a decision that anyone would understand

a pair of foolish birds

The bloodstains scattered throughout the room indicate the strength of the two foolish birds upstairs, while the bones as thick as Liu Jingxue's arms also suggest the capabilities of those two silly birds

"Yahweh, you are still full of energy, aren't you?" It seems that sleep is out of the question. Liu Jingxue rolled up her brightly polished sleeves and got out of bed, preparing to find a stick to teach that lively little creature a lesson

Moreover, Liu Jingxue meticulously designed the drainage of rainwater, directing it to the restroom and the library area, serving as a substitute for the flushing toilet. After practical testing, the results were quite satisfactory. Of course, several modifications and improvements were made in the process, resulting in the current effect that Liu Jingxue is relatively pleased with

Spring drowsiness and autumn fatigue, as the yellow and red leaves drift down, the beautiful scenery outside, reminiscent of the red leaves of Fragrant Hills, gradually transforms into the starkness of winter with its gnarled branches. Liu Jingxue chooses the large tree as the site for her homestead, still lush and green.

This was only made possible by his increasingly robust physique, which allowed him to accomplish it with ease

Although based on his knowledge, he is relatively clear that most carnivorous birds are not migratory birds

However, Liu Jing did not have the desire to take a bite; instead, she was filled with hope, wishing that this couple was merely stopping here temporarily to rest before continuing their journey—flying towards the warm places in the south

As she approached, Liu Jingxue could see that it was a large bird with a wingspan of nearly 10 meters. Against the sunlight, its color was indistinguishable; she could only make out its golden silhouette illuminated by the afterglow of the setting sun, which was exceptionally beautiful and imposing. Lacking tail feathers, it resembled the tail of a glider, showcasing its owner's speed and agility.

What plump chicken legs

Since those items have existed there for a long time without any issues, why should I disturb them? I can simply retrieve them when needed. This decision is made in light of the losses caused by the excavation of the Terracotta Army. It serves as a cautionary tale. Bringing everything close not only takes up space, but may also prove unnecessary, potentially leading to further losses. A wise person does not act in such a manner

That is a carnivorous bird of prey at https://m.hetushu.com.

The high-pitched voice must belong to that female bird; she is getting angry again. With a pair of panda eyes, Liu Jingxue weakly listened to the quarrel of the young couple upstairs: "It's been three days, and they are still arguing over nothing." Unable to endure any longer, Liu Jingxue let out an angry roar towards the upstairs.

The birds on Earth, with a wingspan of around 5 meters, can easily kill a small cow. The two large birds in front of me have wingspans that should exceed 8 meters, and the larger one has a wingspan of over 10 meters. Although based on experience on Earth, the larger one is likely a female, in the animal kingdom, females often exhibit fierceness akin to characters like Sun Erniang and He Sanniang in order to nurture their offspring, often proving to be more ruthless and formidable than their male counterparts

No longer to erupt in silence, but to die in silence

The little squirrel, startled and fleeing in panic by the sudden appearance of Liu Jingxue, ran up to a vine at the top of the house, jumping up and down in anger towards Liu Jingxue

What is Liu Jing waiting to learn

"Go away, little thing, isn't your skin itchy?" The sharp claws pierced through the increasingly tattered clothing, the furry fur brushing against the exposed skin. Liu Jingxue, who had been dozing with her eyes closed, finally couldn't help but jump up.

Liu Jingxue, who has stored a large quantity of supplies, began to quietly prepare for the autumn. ... Food, firewood, salt, medicinal herbs, alternative passages, and hanging buckets ... . ... A variety of items, Liu Jingxue prepared enough supplies to last through a long period of time

Seeing Liu Jingxue roll her eyes in defiance, the little squirrel, filled with indignation, gradually approached Liu Jingxue along the vines of the hammock.

Those two foolish birds, apart from hunting, spend every day sitting in their nest. Even when it comes to hunting, it is the male bird that goes out, while the plump female bird simply sits in the nest, which has been made a mess by them, enjoying the fruits of their labor.

Liu Jingxue was quite dissatisfied with her craftsmanship, as the items she created lacked both comfort and aesthetic appeal. After all, they were originally made with practicality in mind: "I will gradually improve them when I can't go out in winter; otherwise, it will be too boring." She yawned and finished her tea in one gulp (which included some autumn nourishing ingredients, such as Ophiopogon, mint, jujube, and Chinese yam... among others. This all-natural beverage she made herself had a good effect). She casually placed the cup on a certain spot on the wall and drifted into a leisurely doze.

Picking chrysanthemums by the eastern fence, I leisurely gaze at the southern mountain. Go away, you little rascal, here you are again causing trouble. I dodged a nut that was thrown at my head and waved my fist at that little squirrel who always provokes me, deciding not to pay it any more attention. This fellow is a real troublemaker; the more you engage with it, the crazier it gets.

Certainly, some items found on that ancient battlefield also played a significant role. Therefore, with the idea of being prepared for any eventuality, Liu Jing made a note of several locations on the battlefield where items were relatively abundant and marked them.

I do not know if it is related to the deaths from the previous wars, but the soil here is quite fertile, and the produce is abundant. It seems that this winter should be bearable, although there is a shortage of meat, and I cannot bring myself to hunt those small animals. I do not dare to hunt the larger ones either. Sigh, being a doctor truly feels like being useless; becoming a killer is so difficult. Just a glance from those bright, sparkling eyes makes it impossible to act. Looking at the books, I still possess quite a significant quality for becoming an immortal. I have been vegetarian, and I am just short of chanting the Buddha's name. Amitabha, I am going to sleep.

What a large bird

The large bird on top let out a long cry. Liu Jing covered her ears and crouched in a safe corner of the room

Therefore, Liu Jing studied very comfortably and easily

A long echoing response came from afar. A dark cloud swiftly drifted towards Liu Jingxue's treehouse, obscuring the afterglow of the setting sun.

Although Liu Jingxue benefited somewhat, obtaining some meat, he, trapped in a city of despair, did not dare to escape, nor did he have the opportunity to do so. Despite his strong desire to leave this place.

After Liu Jing shouted, he stared intently at the commotion above, resigned to his fate, waiting for the impending storm.

Silence, the soundless silence

"Hmm, there are indeed guests arriving." Looking at the drizzling roof, Liu Jing did not dare to breathe too loudly, as it seemed to bear at least three to five hundred pounds of weight. However, the roof had not collapsed, which proved that the quality of her craftsmanship was still quite good

Anxiously staying in the corner of the room, Liu Jing watched with trepidation the commotion of the family upstairs, observing her painstaking efforts being clumsily dismantled and patched up. She looked on, wanting to cry but unable to shed tears, as the meticulously fitted roof was being torn apart, leaving gaping holes and small openings.

These two foolish birds are clearly a pair of newlyweds, who, upon fortuitously discovering Liu Jingxue's rooftop, enthusiastically embarked on a renovation project. Unfortunately, their limited skills transformed the originally habitable rooftop into something unrecognizable, leaving Liu Jingxue feeling quite distressed.

Fortunately, they also exhibit some basic hygiene; they do not relieve themselves in their nest, which is consistent with Liu Jingxue's teachings. They all do their business outside, precisely at the location of Liu Jingxue's toilet. This aspect brings Liu Jingxue some comfort. Otherwise, dealing with excrement daily would surely lead Liu Jingxue to confront those two foolish birds with great frustration.

There is still no response, the little creature is becoming bolder, and finally jumps onto Liu Jingxue's body, leaping joyfully.

Unfortunately, there are still areas that are lacking

It seems that this tree should be an evergreen species. Generally speaking, such a situation should occur in areas close to the tropics, so the winters here should not be too cold. Swaying comfortably on the increasingly soft vine bed and listening to the chattering and noisy little neighbors outside, Liu Jingxue felt a strong sense of Tao Yuanming's spirit.

The little squirrel, seeing Liu Jingxue remain motionless, let out a series of sharp cries, sat up, and waved its two front limbs in a provocative manner towards Liu Jingxue

As it flew closer, its robust claws, curved hooked beak, and thick bird legs all displayed its regal nature. In any case, Liu Jing's first reaction upon seeing those legs was the large advertisement for KFC.

After three days and three nights without a proper sleep, Liu Jingxue never expected that she would actually dare to shout at the pair of troublesome neighbors upstairs

Moreover, it seems that they themselves are dissatisfied with their labor results. For three whole days, they have been chattering incessantly without pause.

A shadow drifted over, causing the birds outside to become flustered. A gust of wind swept by, and the treehouse suddenly swayed twice.

Hmm, an earthquake? Many animals have the ability to predict earthquakes. Could this little creature be here to warn me? If so, I really should thank it properly