Lin Jingge then looked at Shen Ting, who was following behind Granny Lin.

"I couldn't stop Grandma; she insisted on coming to find you." Shen Ting scratched his head, somewhat shy, and avoided Lin Jingge's gaze when she looked over.

But then he accidentally noticed the bloodstains on Lin Jingge's body: "Did you encounter a wild animal?"

“Not wild beasts, but demonic beasts.” Lin Jingge leaned against a tree, almost unable to stand. “Demonic beasts have already appeared on the outskirts. The spiritual plants in the village this year are probably in danger. Shen Ting, you should tell the village chief to make preparations as soon as possible.”

She looked at Granny Lin's hand, which was leaning on her cane. She wanted to tell Granny Lin not to be so reckless in going up the mountain in the future, but when she met Granny Lin's worried eyes, the words that were on the tip of her tongue remained unspoken.

"Grandma, let's go back."

"Jiaojiao, slow down, let me help you." Grandma Lin quickly stepped forward and reached out to help her.

Lin Jingge didn't try to be strong. At this moment, her mind was foggy and she had some difficulty walking. With Grandma Lin's help, she felt much better, but she was afraid of tiring Grandma Lin, so she didn't dare to rely on her completely.

The grandfather and grandson supported each other and slowly walked forward. After walking for an unknown amount of time, they finally arrived at the door of a dilapidated house at the end of the village.

"Jiaojiao, lean on me for a moment, Grandma will go open the door." Grandma Lin's hand was trembling slightly as she held the key. She had taken the opportunity to feel Lin Jingge's pulse while she was helping her up.

Only then did he realize that his granddaughter was still able to walk because of sheer willpower.

Before Granny Lin could even open the door, Lin Jingge collapsed.

"Jiaojiao!" As she fainted, Lin Jingge heard Grandma Lin's exclamation in her ear. She wanted to open her eyes and tell Grandma that she was alright and that she shouldn't worry.

But her eyelids felt as heavy as a thousand-pound hammer; she was exhausted.