After resting a little, the old man bowed slightly to Yi Chen.
"Thank you for saving us, young sir. My surname is Zhuge."
His voice was gentle, but his eyes quickly scanned the entire village.
"This place is protected by a strange shield, close to the mountains — an excellent shelter.
You have great judgment for someone so young."
Yi Chen smiled. "In chaotic times, we all just seek a way to survive."
Master Zhuge nodded softly.
"With beasts surrounding us and people scared, this place won't last without rules and plans.
If you allow it, this old man will help organize supplies and arrange defenses."
He was not an all-knowing genius.
He was simply thoughtful, organized, and far more capable than ordinary people.