"What, are you sure?"
Viscount Fergus tilted his head to look at Farr. Even though he was usually calm, he couldn't help but reveal a trace of surprise.
"Pregnant?
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Gray and the others didn't even try to hide their shock and joy.
Blood fiends could be tamed, but they could only be tamed from the "newborn" stage. Once they entered the growth stage, especially after they reached adulthood, it was almost impossible to tame them. The pride of blood fiends made them very difficult to tame.
On the other hand, newborn blood fiends were very difficult to encounter. On the one hand, the "newborn" stage was extremely short. Usually, it was only a month from birth. Time was fleeting.
Moreover, blood fiends lived in the depths of the forest, which was fraught with danger. Very few people could reach it. It was very rare to see a Hanhu leave the depths of the forest and come to the edge of the forest.
If this Hanhu was really pregnant, then it would be an excellent opportunity for the Fergus family to possess a blood fiend.
The value of a blood fiend was unquestionable. Just look at the history of the Sidney Marquis family's growth. A Copperback Dragon had protected the Sidney Marquis family for hundreds of years, and was still protecting the family to this day.
Of course, Hanhu obviously couldn't compare to a desolate-level blood fiend like the Copperback Dragon. But to Viscount Fergus's family, it was already extremely precious. If it matured, it would definitely greatly increase the Fergus family's foundation.
"I'm sure. I've seen a pregnant tiger before. It looks similar to this Hanhu."
Farr nodded with absolute certainty.
"Good, very good. If that's the case, I won't forget to reward you."
Viscount Fergus's expression became even more joyful as he immediately expressed his stance.
"Thank you, Lord Viscount!"
Farr's eyes lit up, his face full of joy.
The other four soldiers' faces were full of envy and vexation. They envied Farr for the generous reward he was about to receive this time, and were vexed that they didn't see that Hanhu was pregnant.
Sweeping his gaze across the crowd, Viscount Fergus immediately ordered.
"After we return, no one is to spread any news about this Hanhu!"
"Yes."
Everyone present, including Gray, clearly understood the importance of Hanhu's pregnancy, and quickly nodded.
"Just to be safe, you guys stay here. Faur, come back with me for another round of observation. We must determine if she's really pregnant."
Thinking about it, Viscount Fergus still wasn't at ease. He called for Farr alone and left Gray and the others where they were. He then headed towards the lake where he'd discovered Hanhu. It was clear that Viscount Fergus valued this information more than a little.
"Big brother, do you think it's true?"
Ellis, who still had a look of surprise on his face, looked at Bernard and asked.
"I didn't notice this before, so I couldn't tell."
Bernal raised his eyebrows and looked at Gray and Caroline.
"What do you think?"
"I think it's very possible."
Gray said.
"That Hanhu's stomach did show signs of swelling. At the time, I thought it was because of its large body, but after hearing what Farr said, I think it's very possible."
"I didn't pay too much attention."
Caroline shook her head slightly. She had focused most of her attention on the Han residence's appearance and didn't pay attention to Hanhu's stomach.
After a full half an hour, Viscount Fergus and Farr returned. Farr's face was full of unconcealable joy. Viscount Fergus's joy had already disappeared, but one could still see the slight upward curve of his lips that he was in a good mood.
"Father, is that Hanhu really pregnant?"
Bernal asked.
"It is indeed pregnant, and according to Farr's judgment, it shouldn't be long before she gives birth."
Viscount Fergus nodded.
"That's great!"
Gray and the others were full of joy. If a pregnant Hanhu could give birth to a baby, the Fergus family would have another Murderous level combatant in a few years' time. When that time came, the Fergus family's foundation would be even stronger.
"Let's leave the forest first!"
Viscount Fergus ordered everyone.
"Yes."
Gray and the others nodded in response.
After leaving the forest, they brought the soldiers who followed them into the outskirts of the forest and moved the dozen or so wild beasts they had hunted before out of the forest. Gray and the others returned to the village elder's stone house.
The stone house had been temporarily requisitioned by the Fergus family. It could be considered their temporary residence here.
After hurrying along and searching the forest, it was already past noon. It was now afternoon.
Viscount Fergus, Gray, Bernal, Elise, and Caroline sat around a round table in an old and crude room.
There was a large plate on the round table. On the plate was an animal's hind leg that had been roasted until it was golden brown. It weighed at least a dozen kilograms.
The five of them each had a plate in front of them. On each plate was a large piece of meat that had been cut off from the hind leg. They had a tablecloth in front of their chests as they each held a knife and fork and ate heartily.
They had missed lunch because of the search, and were now enjoying their late lunch.
This hind leg came from the leopard that Gray had hunted before. It had been cleaned by the soldiers, sprinkled with seasoning, and roasted for a while.
The soldiers' culinary skills naturally couldn't compare to the castle's chefs. However, the leopard's meat was very fresh and delicious, making up for this.
They bit down. It was soft, fragrant, and not too oily. A fragrance lingered on their lips and teeth. It had a unique flavor, causing the five of them to have a good appetite.
Due to the inexplicable transformation of his body, Gray, who had a terrifying appetite, no longer restricted himself and ate as much as he wanted.
On one hand, it was because of the delicious food in front of him. On the other hand, it was because he had maintained a meal for two for over three months. If his appetite increased again, Viscount Fergus and the others should be able to barely accept it.
"Bernal, I'm preparing to bring Gray and the others back to the castle in a moment. You need to stay in Goat Horn Village in the name of killing wild beasts. Send someone to check on Hanhu's condition every day. Once you discover that Hanhu has given birth, immediately send someone back to report."
Viscount Fergus looked at Bernal and instructed when he saw that everyone had finished eating.
As the head of the viscount family, Viscount Fergus's every move would be monitored by the other viscount families. If he stayed in Goat Horn Village for a long time, it would definitely arouse the suspicions of the other viscount families. Thus, he couldn't stay here for long.
"Yes, father. I understand."
Bernal hurriedly replied.
He naturally understood Viscount Fergus's worries. He knew that it was best for him to stay at this time.
"Pay attention to safety. Just send soldiers to investigate every day. You don't have to go personally. Tell them that when this matter is over, everyone will receive a reward of three gold coins. Even if they die, their family members will also receive a reward of three gold coins."
After some thought, Viscount Fergus solemnly instructed.
"I understand."
Bernal nodded solemnly.
Under such circumstances, the most suitable person to monitor Hanhu was naturally Viscount Fergus, who had reached the level of a Ferocious Warrior. However, in order to avoid attracting the attention of the other families, Viscount Fergus obviously couldn't stay here.
As for the others, even Bernal wasn't a match for Hanhu. If they were discovered by Hanhu, they probably wouldn't be able to escape.
Thus, the most correct method now was to offer great rewards and drive the soldiers to investigate.
Gray listened quietly. When he heard that money was used to drive the soldiers to risk their lives to investigate Hanhu, his eyebrows twitched slightly before finally relaxing.
Although he was disgusted by such aristocratic actions of using money to buy the lives of ordinary people, this was the norm in this world. He was powerless to change anything.
Moreover, from what he knew, the Fergus family's method was already considered good. Many aristocratic families drove their soldiers around like slaves. Even if they died in battle, the compensation they received was extremely little. In comparison, the Fergus family's method could be considered benevolent.
He was powerless to complain about such a strange world, nor was he able to change it. All he could do was adapt to the rules.