Upon hearing this, the boy regained his joy, as if his father would return as long as Qin Qing went.
Qin Qing didn't waste any time. After going inside and explaining things to Wang Yan in a few words, he said...
"I've decided to go check it out. The village chief has gone up the mountain too. Although I don't like her daughter, the village chief is a good person. If I can save them this once, things will be a bit more peaceful this winter. I don't want to be resented! It's too much trouble! But I still have to do what I can!"
The last sentence was said to Wang Yan!
As she said this, she finished packing her things, took her bundle, and walked towards the door. Wang Yan only knew she was kind-hearted and didn't say anything.
When the two reached the foot of the mountain, it was already dark and the temperature had dropped sharply, much worse than during the day. Even Qin Qing, with his physique, couldn't help but shiver.
Because they went to a bamboo forest, although the outer part was surrounded by trees, the bamboo forest in the middle was extremely smooth and elastic, so it was obviously impossible to climb down by clinging to the trees.
Therefore, Qin Qing turned her attention to Wang Yan.
"Thank you for your trouble, my husband!"
Upon hearing the sound, Wang Yan looked over and saw Qin Qing pull out a large stack of hemp rope from her bundle. He instantly understood her meaning and said helplessly.
"Since Madam has already made preparations, what else can I say!"
Qin Qing smiled.
"Hehe, of course you can't say anything! Hurry up and come back, it's too cold!"
Seeing this, Wang Yan felt even more distressed. He quickly grabbed a rope, tied one end to his body, and leaped into the air! He swiftly entered the forest…
At this moment, the boy from before also ran over with a large stack of hemp ropes, followed by many women... Among them were Aunt Zhang, who had mocked Qin Qing during the day, and the group of women who ignored Qin Qing.
Upon seeing Qin Qing, they were both embarrassed and anxious. Aunt Zhang was especially frantic, crying out that if anything happened to her husband, what would become of her—a widow and orphan...
Qin Qing was annoyed by what she heard, so she took their business and started tying them together. Most of the ropes were connected, but they were also rapidly extending into the forest. It was clear that Wang Yan was getting closer and closer to the bamboo forest.
Seeing that there seemed to be not enough rope, she quickly asked the others around her to go back and get more!
However, time cannot be wasted for too long, otherwise the business might freeze on the ice, break or become immobile, and Wang Yan has not been able to find anyone, and all the previous efforts will be in vain!
Wang Yan, using his light-footed skills, sped up the mountain, while the people below hurriedly retrieved ropes. Qin Qing, however, stood still, feeling somewhat nervous.
After an unknown amount of time, the rope arrived. Qin Qing quickly tied it on, but after tugging at it, there was no response at the other end. Seeing this, her heart tightened, while Aunt Zhang, who was standing nearby, started wailing and screaming again…
She was extremely annoyed by what she heard, so she roared out.
"Enough! What's all the noise about! Can't you see everyone is worried? You're not the only one who's anxious!"
Just then, the other end of the rope was pulled again, and Qin Qing finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Soon, the rope stopped again and began to move forward in fits and starts. Qin Qing was delighted to see this.
"Quick, they're coming down soon! Get the hot soup and clothes ready!"
It was around 11 p.m. Everyone watched the other end of the rope with worry. After what seemed like an eternity, the first person finally appeared…
"Husband? It really is you! That's wonderful!"
A woman ran over immediately, tears welling in her eyes, overwhelmed with emotion. The others were slightly disappointed, but thankfully, a second person soon pulled himself down with the rope.
The frost on their faces was very obvious, their bodies were shivering and their body temperature was extremely low. With the help of the villagers, they finally regained some strength.
Qin Qing and the others finally realized what had happened.
It turned out that the road was already a bit frozen when they first went up the mountain, but they didn't think much of it since they thought they would go and come back as soon as possible. Who knew that they would actually see a rabbit in the grass? The group ran for a long time and exhausted a lot, but they still couldn't catch the rabbit!
After resting for a few minutes, they started digging for bamboo shoots, not wanting to return empty-handed. However, they then spotted a wild boar! These creatures are not easy to catch, especially wild boars with their thick hides and powerful attacks. They set traps and chased for an unknown amount of time, exhausting themselves, only to be pursued by the boar…
They finally managed to shake off the wild boar, but it was getting dark, so they prepared to leave. Although they only had winter bamboo shoots, it was better than going empty-handed. However, the mountain path was frozen over with ice, and the rocks and roadside were smooth and cold!
Helpless, the group could only cautiously probe forward. After being injured several times, they finally gave up. When they realized it was completely dark, they panicked. In such cold weather, if they stayed on the mountain overnight, they might freeze to death the next day!
After countless desperate attempts, Wang Yan appeared! He told them to pull themselves down the rope.
By the time the man finished speaking, almost all the villagers who had gone up the mountain had come down, but Qin Qing did not see Wang Yan. Her previously calm heart began to worry.
"Where's Ah Yan? He's the one who saved you!"
The villagers, upon regaining consciousness, then learned the young man's name.
"He should be at the back."
Seeing that everyone was safe and sound, but Wang Yan still hadn't shown up, Qin Qing couldn't wait any longer and grabbed the rope to climb the mountain...
Seeing this, the crowd tried to stop him, but Qin Qing insisted.
"Don't worry, we will definitely be safe and sound!"
She had barely finished speaking when she saw a huge body slowly approaching from the deep bushes…
The villagers were startled, and some even shouted!
"A wild boar! It must be a wild boar coming down!"
Qin Qing's gaze turned serious, and then... she saw the wild boar's head! Its ferocious appearance startled her!
The villagers were terrified and scattered in all directions, but Qin Qing clenched his fists, ready to make a move.
"Why is Madam so murderous? Could it be that she intends to murder her husband?"
A deep, helpless voice rang out, and Qin Qing was startled for a moment before she could make out what was in front of her...
The wild boar was tied up with ropes, and there was a faint smell of blood coming from its body. Its eyes were closed, and its mouth was rotten! It had obviously been dead for some time!
Immediately afterward, a black figure appeared from behind the wild boar. Its previously serious and cold expression was now slightly pale, clearly indicating it was quite cold…
Qin Qing rushed over and hugged the man in front of her tightly, her heart finally settling down...
Wang Yan felt a gust of wind blow by, and his back almost broke from her grip! His breath caught in his throat, and he gently hugged the woman in his arms. Hmm... so warm!
"My dear wife, I am about to cut off my life!"
After a long while, Wang Yan finally felt uncomfortable and said something.
Upon hearing this, Qin Qing quickly let go and looked at him with displeasure.
"What do you mean by that? You think I'm too strong? Serves you right for scaring me!"
Wang Yan said he was completely innocent.
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