Devouring Evolution: I Reborn as an Arctic Wolf Chapter 5: Chapter 5: Arctic Reindeer.

Wolf Mother consumed nearly half of an Arctic Rabbit; even the juveniles of the species weigh around four to five pounds.

This meal finally provided some relief to her stomach, which had been deprived of nutritional supplements for several days.

Despite her strong desire to finish the rest of the Arctic Rabbit, Wolf Mother managed to hold back.

In a secluded corner away from the other wolves, she quietly put the remains aside for Su Lin and Wolf Sister.

"Awooo."

With a soft howl, Wolf Mother signaled to Wolf Sister and Su Lin.

"We are truly full."

Su Lin, who had been watching from her side, looked at the half-rabbit Wolf Mother had preserved and couldn't help but sigh from his very soul.

He never anticipated that Wolf Mother would sacrifice her own meal.

He also hadn't realized that the maternal instincts and affection among animals could be just as stirring as those of humans.

During his previous life, he never lacked for food or clothing, yet he rarely experienced much warmth from his family.

His parents had always been preoccupied with the growth of their company, rarely sparing him any attention.

In this life, even though he had been reborn as an Arctic Wolf,

the last month spent with the pack had allowed him to truly feel the devotion of Wolf Dad and Wolf Mom.

Su Lin was particularly moved by the frantic behavior Wolf Mom and Wolf Dad showed earlier, thinking their cubs in the den were in danger.

"Sigh!"

Reflecting on this, Su Lin glanced back at Wolf Mother, who stubbornly insisted on leaving that bit of food for him, and let out another sigh.

Deep down, however, he understood that he needed to focus on his Cultivation and evolution.

This was necessary not only to ensure his own survival but also to prevent Wolf Dad and Wolf Mom from pushing themselves to exhaustion for a meager meal.

He aspired to become the true sovereign of the Arctic, the king perched at the pinnacle of the food chain—the Arctic Wolf King.

With these grand ambitions for the future in mind,

Su Lin settled down next to Wolf Mother, intending to sleep and regain his strength for tomorrow's hunt.

....

The following day.

Upon waking, the first thing Su Lin noticed was that Wolf Mom and Wolf Dad had already departed from the den, along with the other adult Arctic Wolves.

It was clear they had set out early to track down prey.

He performed a long stretch, still feeling the lingering effects of sleep as he stood up.

Once on his feet, he saw that Wolf Sister, his Cousin, and the orphaned cub were still deep in slumber.

The idea that young mammals require extensive sleep was certainly proving true here.

Su Lin stepped out of the den, gazing at the boundless, snowy horizon of the Arctic.

It was likely around ten in the morning, yet the sky over the continent barely offered a hint of light.

The winters and nights in this region are longer than anywhere else on earth, sometimes resulting in the long darkness of the polar night.

"Awooo!"

Su Lin released a long, resonant howl toward the vast emptiness of the Arctic.

He was well aware that he would have to endure in this environment for a long time to come.

Following his howl, the pangs of hunger returned to Su Lin.

He had fully transitioned into the life of an Arctic Wolf, becoming accustomed to a lifestyle of devouring raw blood.

Perhaps because the taste buds of an Arctic Wolf differ from those of a human, he found that raw meat actually tasted quite pleasant.

"Should I go out and track down more Arctic Rabbits?"

"But the Evolution Points I get from them are so low now; there isn't much incentive."

After a moment of contemplation, Su Lin decided to head out for a patrol.

If no better prey appeared, he would settle for hunting a few more Arctic Rabbits.

He trekked across the frozen landscape, one step at a time.

A wolf possesses a highly sensitive sense of smell.

Before long, Su Lin caught the metallic scent of blood drifting through the air.

"Hmm? Something is happening!"

He immediately shifted into a state of high alert.

He prowled through the snow, tracking the origin of the bloody aroma.

His pace was slow, characterized by extreme caution.

After all, his current strength was still quite limited.

Safety was his priority; being careful was the only way to survive.

After fifteen minutes of stealthy movement, he finally reached the source of the pungent odor.

The smell of blood was overwhelming.

It seemed as though a violent struggle had concluded recently.

Had more time passed, such a powerful scent would have already drawn in numerous predators.

Su Lin halted, crouching behind a thick shrub to survey the area ahead.

Soon, he identified the cause of the smell.

It was the corpse of an Arctic reindeer!

Species: Arctic reindeer (male, deceased).

Level: 7.

Qi-Blood: 1050.

Endurance: 75.

Strength: 53.

Defense: 39.

Speed: 60.

...

This Arctic reindeer was level 7, making it even more powerful than Wolf Father.

Under normal circumstances, the entire pack would be required to bring down such a beast.

Yet here it was, a level 7 male Arctic reindeer lying dead on the ground.

There were hardly any signs of mauling on the reindeer's hide.

Only the neck and legs were leaking fresh, crimson blood.

The blood hadn't even finished clotting, indicating it had been killed only minutes prior.

"Hmm? What creature could kill a male Arctic reindeer so effortlessly? Could it be a polar bear?"

Su Lin pondered while remaining hidden behind the brush.

In this region, the only animal capable of taking down a reindeer so easily was the undisputed master of the north, the polar bear.

However, he was confused by the lack of bear tracks in the vicinity.

Furthermore, if a polar bear had been the killer, it wouldn't have abandoned the entire carcass.

Su Lin was baffled.

After confirming multiple times that the area was clear, he cautiously moved toward the dead reindeer.

The Arctic reindeer was massive, likely weighing between two and three hundred pounds.

The whole wolf pack wouldn't be able to finish it in a single sitting.

"Hmm?"

Looking closer, he noticed something highly unusual about the body.

The antlers and the deer whip were missing, appearing to have been severed cleanly with a blade.

The cuts were remarkably precise, certainly not the work of a predator's teeth.

"Could humans have hunted this?"

A jolt of shock hit Su Lin.

Antlers that haven't fully hardened are known as velvet antlers.

This velvet is not exclusive to sika or red deer; Arctic reindeer have it too.

It is a highly prized medicinal resource that fetches a steep price on the market.

The deer whip is also considered a valuable ingredient for traditional tonics.

Re-examining the fatal wound on the neck, he discovered a deep, narrow puncture.

From his perspective as a former human, it was clear this wound was caused by a projectile from a firearm.

This reindeer had fallen to human hunters.

That explained why only the most lucrative parts—the velvet antlers and deer whip—were taken.

"Hiss!"

Su Lin inhaled sharply at the realization.

The Arctic was far more dangerous than he had presumed.

He didn't just have to worry about starvation; he had to look out for poachers as well!

A sudden sense of urgency filled his mind.

He needed to speed up his evolution immediately.

Without further delay, Su Lin lowered his head and began to feast on the Arctic reindeer.

The body was still warm, and the flesh hadn't yet succumbed to the freezing cold.

He bit into the chest meat, finding a section that was lean and tender.

"Ding! The host has consumed Arctic reindeer meat and obtained 3 Evolution Points."

With just one mouthful, Su Lin's eyes widened with excitement.

3 Evolution Points!

The meat of an Arctic reindeer was truly a treasure.