Chapter 18: Chapter 018: Nature’s Gifts
Discerning the utility of the Spike Tree's natural defenses, Luo Chong was quick to harness this accidental arsenal. By using his backpack as a bait, he ingeniously provoked the tree to launch its spikes, which he then collected as they embedded into the makeshift target. The robustness and perfect symmetry of these spikes made them ideal for crafting arrows, providing an ample supply to arm his tribe.
Luo Chong also orchestrated the cultivation of another valuable resource—a plant with sweet, sugary roots nestled amongst the dangerous foliage. After confirming its safety, he educated his tribe on careful harvesting techniques, ensuring they avoided the perilous zones.
His adventures led him to discover a vast aloe plant, recognized not only for its medicinal properties but also as a sustainable resource for textiles and other necessities. Identifying the versatility of this aloe, he planned extensive cultivation to utilize every part of the plant, embodying his philosophy that everything nature offers has a purpose, if only one is ingenious enough to see it.
By the day's end, the tribe was not only better equipped but also enlightened about their environment's potential, mirroring Luo Chong's belief in the creative and prudent use of natural resources.