The crackdown in Puda Prefecture continues, and An Moxue is also busy, without stopping or slowing down her work because of the crackdown.

That day, she bought a train ticket to the small town.

When she arrived in town, she found that the snow there was even heavier than in Puda.

After being delayed for so many days, the little beggars lived in constant fear, afraid that their secret would be discovered by others. After all, it was not easy to explain why three large truckloads of grain would be hidden in this border town. It was as obvious as a bald man's lice.

If you're not careful, you might not only be targeted, but you could also lose your life.

When they saw An Moxue in the courtyard, they all secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"Pfft—hahaha—" An Moxue was amused by their expressions and said softly, "Is it really that big of a deal? It's just guarding the grain for a few days. When did you guys become so timid? I didn't know that."

Asa said helplessly, "Sister Aliya, this is a problem we have to worry about all the time. If it's been discovered, it's very serious."

An Moxue's smile faded, and she asked, "Well, how are the road conditions? Have you checked them? Is it passable?"

"Yes, but I don't know what's wrong with the border defenses. The number of guards has increased, and so have the patrols. It's not easy."

"It's alright. I'll stay with you tonight, and then you can come back after we cross the border. I'll have the people over there take over. Just make sure you get back safely, understand?"

Asha said worriedly, "Sister Aliya, why don't we take this batch of grain somewhere else to dispose of it? Don't let it cross the border; it's too dangerous. They've caught a lot of people crossing the border these past few days. It's okay if they're caught alive, but many are beaten to death on the spot." The group's faces changed at the thought of that scene.

An Moxue sensed something was wrong and asked, "Is there something else you haven't said?"

After thinking for a moment, A-Xia told An Mo-Xue about the situation, saying, "On the border, along the routes where people often smuggle themselves across, and in the towns, there are corpses of smugglers hanging high up. They are all beaten and covered in blood, and some of them have extremely terrifying expressions. Now that it's so cold, they've all frozen to death, which makes them look even more gruesome."

An Moxue looked at the group of little beggars in front of her: "You went to see them?"

A-Xia replied, "Yes, I went." The others nodded in agreement.

"Afraid of having nightmares? Is that why these geniuses are so uneasy?" They wanted to say no, but looking into An Moxue's eyes, they nodded unconsciously. After nodding, they felt it was a bit inappropriate and shook their heads.

Now An Moxue could understand their feelings. They were all children; how could they not be afraid?

An Moxue looked at them with affection and said, "It's alright now. After I go out, I'll go to the pharmacy and buy some calming medicine. You can brew it and drink it like tea. After a few days, you'll be able to sleep soundly at night, and then you won't need to drink it anymore. Just drink it before bed. Oh! By the way, the itinerary is as usual. Go and prepare your things! I'm going to town, and we'll split up. When I come back, I'll bring you some gifts."

The group glanced at An Moxue, then excitedly went out. They always planned what to buy, and everyone knew who would buy what, so there was no need for discussion at all.

An Moxue took the things she brought into the house and then turned to leave.

*

When she returned with the food she had packed from the restaurant and the tranquilizers she had bought from the pharmacy, Xia and the others had already come back and were cooking in the kitchen to prepare for An Moxue.

As soon as An Moxue entered, she smelled the aroma of food.

An Moxue carried the things into the house and asked with a smile, "What delicious food are you making? Your cooking skills have improved! I packed some food to go, so please make less."

A-Xia took the food and calming medicine from An Mo-Xue and instructed, "Just boil the calming tea for five minutes, and all of you should drink some."

"Yes, I understand."

After the meal, An Moxue distributed gifts: a large stack of books for them to read, and each person also received a set of thick cotton-padded jackets and trousers to wear underneath.

Then there's meat. With the weather getting colder, meat can be stored longer, so An Moxue prepared enough beef, mutton, pork, and fish for them to eat throughout the winter.

The group looked at what An Moxue had prepared for them, their eyes reddening, and they couldn't say a word.

Every year, sooner or later, my sister comes to help them prepare for the winter.

An Moxue understood their feelings and said with a smile, "Don't look so down! Pack your things, or we'll be leaving soon. Remember, follow my instructions and don't panic no matter what happens."

The group scattered like birds and beasts, bustling about as An Moxue thought about the operation that would begin that evening.

When they returned, they were dressed very warmly and each carried a bulging bag.

An Moxue looked at the group of people who were standing ready and said, "Let's go!"

A few people paddled sleds through the streets of the small town. It was very cold at night, and there were even fewer people outside. They didn't see anyone until they left the town, which was partly due to their deliberate avoidance of the area.

The group continued on their way, and once they left the town, they actually sped up and disappeared in a flash.

They came to a secluded grove and reached a valley. Asha and Anmoxue lifted the branches blocking their view, revealing a cave and the truck inside.

Asha instructed, "Go inside and check the car, then get in and drive off."

"Sister, how should we arrange the manpower? Should we continue as before?"

"As usual."

Then, An Moxue and Ajia got into the first car, and Ajia drove; Natosha and Jima got into the second car, and Natosha drove; Axia and Gela got into the third car, and Gela drove.

The car drove towards the border, with its lights on at first. When it was about ten miles away from the border guards' patrol area, An Moxue got out of the car, and the car stopped.

"Don't worry, just stay put. I'll be back soon, and then we can continue our journey. If anything unexpected happens, survival is the most important thing; abandon the cart and the food." An Moxue gave this one instruction before disappearing into the distance.

This period was the most agonizing for them. After sitting in the car for a while, they couldn't stand it anymore, so they huddled together and talked in hushed tones.

"How powerful is my sister's martial arts? She disappeared in the blink of an eye. When can I be like that?" The youngest, Kima, asked longingly. "Do you think she can be as fast as a bullet?"

Ah Xia slapped him on the forehead and scolded, "Stop talking nonsense and say something auspicious."

“Yes, say something good.” The others nodded in agreement, looking at him with an air of “Try saying something bad again.”

Kima said softly, "I... I'm too nervous to remember. Why don't you tell me?" There was a hint of grievance and trembling in her voice.