The people trapped in Liucun gradually woke up. They didn't remember what happened in Liucun, only that it was all a dream and they were very tired.
When Chen Bao woke up, he had a terrible headache. He sat up and saw Bai Hao and the others in front of him, and his heart was full of doubts.
He remembered that he went up the mountain to collect firewood, and later got lost in the mountain fog, somehow ending up in the legendary Willow Village.
His father had said that Liu Village no longer existed, that it was now a ghost village with no one living there, and that he must never go there.
He wasn't a curious or adventurous person, so he never actually went near the road leading to Willow Village.
However, he still inexplicably ended up in Liucun.
Moreover, he can't get out!
Later, he seemed to try many times, but eventually he was too tired and took a nap.
When I woke up again, I was in an unfamiliar place, looking at several strangers in front of me.
Three men and two children.
Jiang Jiang had already had its ears and fur removed with Bai Hao's divine power, and was placed in the arms of the unconscious Qin Nan, covered with a blanket.
After he calmed down, Qiong Ruiheng retracted his tail. However, he didn't care about the human's life or death. He stood quietly beside Qin Nan, watching silently and waiting for him to wake up.
Tanuki Yu: "Yo, you're awake!"
Seeing Chen Bao sit up in a daze, Li You came over, pulled him up, and helped him stand up.
Chen Bao: "Who are you? Where is this? How did I get here?"
Bai Hao walked over and handed the inkstone that the funeral shop owner had given him to Chen Bao.
Bai Hao: "You've been lost here for a long time. Your father is waiting for you to come home. Follow the mountain road at the entrance of the village. Your motorcycle is next to the trees on the path leading down the mountain. Remember to ride it back."
Chen Bao: "...Okay, thank you, I should go home now."
Although Chen Bao still had many questions, he didn't ask them. He felt like he had a very long dream, and although he couldn't remember the details, something must have happened.
He wasn't sure who Bai Hao and his group were, but he was certain they were no ordinary people, so he shouldn't ask questions that he shouldn't ask.
Chen Bao took the items and left following Bai Hao's directions.
On the other side, those who were still conscious also passed by Bai Hao's side, but they were still confused because of the dream and were busy finding their way to leave. Only Jiang Yuan and the other three came over to thank Bai Hao.
Bai Hao nodded without saying anything. They also saw that Qin Nan was still asleep, so they didn't disturb her further.
After Jiang Yuan and his three companions left, Chen Ke brought other students with him.
His purpose was to investigate what was happening here, but their car crashed near the village, and then they had no memory of anything until they woke up now.
But Bai Hao didn't explain, and they were helpless.
Qin Nan remained unconscious for five days.
Chen Ke and his group stayed for two more days, but found nothing strange, so they had to leave with regret.
Bai Hao tried to use his divine power to maintain Qin Nan's bodily functions. He didn't have much hope of succeeding, but Qin Nan was actually able to withstand his divine power.
Therefore, Qin Nan remained soundly asleep.
On the fifth night, Qiong Ruiheng sat on a wooden stump, idly picking at the wood.
Bored and with nothing to do, the raccoon decided to renovate and rebuild the abandoned farmhouse.
Bai Hao stood quietly in the courtyard, sorting through all the clues he knew so far, but he still had no clue. He couldn't figure out the origin of his bond with Qin Nan, nor was he sure if he was really no different from the other Bai Ze.
Jiang Jiang, nestled in Qin Nan's arms, was the first to notice that he had woken up.
Jiang Jiang: [Brother, you're awake.]
When Bai Hao heard Jiang Jiang call him, he turned around and saw Qin Nan already raising her hand to her forehead.
Bai Hao quickly walked to Qin Nan's side, and the bored Qiong Ruiheng also nimbly jumped off the wooden stump and ran over.
Qin Nan pressed her forehead with the back of her hand and stroked Jiang Jiang with her other hand, but this time, Jiang Jiang did not feel at ease. Instead, her body stiffened involuntarily.
Qin Nan sensed Jiang Jiang's discomfort and chuckled softly.
He lowered his other hand, opened his eyes, and his pupils were as black as ink.
He touched Jiangjiang, looked up at Bai Hao, his gaze cold and distant.
Bai Hao was taken aback: "Who... are you?"
Qin Nan didn't say anything, but looked Bai Hao up and down.
Qiong Ruiheng had already taken several large steps back. The person who woke up wasn't Qin Nan, whom he knew, but this stranger...? How terrifying!
Qin Nan reached out and scooped up Jiang Jiang, gently patting his head, and beckoned Qiong Ruiheng to come over and take Jiang Jiang away.
Qiong Ruiheng stiffened as he approached, took Jiang Jiang, and then retreated without hesitation, squatting in the corner.
Qin Nan threw off the blanket, stretched her arms and legs, and looked up at the moon and stars in the night sky.
Bai Hao realized he couldn't figure out who he was, but his heart ached, a suffocating pain.
Qin Nan noticed that Bai Hao's breathing was erratic. She turned to look at him, gently placed her hand on Bai Hao's shoulder, and then suddenly exerted force, causing Bai Hao to kneel down in front of Qin Nan with a "plop".
Qin Nan squatted down and pinched Bai Hao's face.
Qin Nan: "You... don't remember me."
Bai Hao looked at the forlorn person in front of him with a puzzled expression.
Bai Hao: "Who are you? Where is Qin Nan?"
Qin Nan: "I am me, I am Qin Nan, I am also... You've forgotten, you've forgotten the name you gave me."
Bai Hao: "..."
Bai Hao remained silent, his heart aching as if being torn apart. Pain and guilt filled his chest, causing his emotions to fluctuate wildly.
Looking at Bai Hao's pained expression, Qin Nan's hatred and resentment disappeared. He knelt in front of Bai Hao, hugged Bai Hao's neck, felt the warmth from his body, and whispered in his ear.
"Bai Hao, I miss you so much!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Bai Hao felt a weight on his shoulder. He reached out and embraced Qin Nan, who had fallen into a deep sleep again. Unconsciously, tears began to fall.
There was no movement from Qin Nan's side, so Li You peeked out, looked at the two little cubs in the corner who were safe and sound, and quickly went over to help Qin Nan up and put him back on the bamboo chair.
Li You: "Bai Hao, are you alright? What happened just now?"
Li You patted Bai Hao, who was still somewhat dazed, and helped him sit down on the low stool.
Bai Hao's voice was a little hoarse: "I don't know."
He didn't know why he felt such heart-wrenching pain.
He doesn't know what he's forgotten.
He didn't know who Qin Nan was.
He didn't know what had happened between them.
But that last sentence was like a sharp blade, piercing his heart and tearing at it relentlessly.
That sentence contained an overwhelming longing and a love that had been refined over time.
And that line, "I've forgotten the name you gave me."
What does this sentence mean?
Name? What name? For whom was this name chosen?
Bai Hao looked at Qin Nan, who was fast asleep again beside him, and his thoughts were completely in disarray.
Seeing the situation, Li You remained silent and gestured for Qiong Ruiheng to take Jiang Jiang inside to sleep, while he stayed in the courtyard to keep Bai Hao company.
Qin Nan didn't wake up until the sun rose the next day. When he opened his eyes, he was still a little dazed.
His eyes were dark and he remained silent for a long time until he heard footsteps. He let out a long breath, concealing the loneliness in his eyes, and got out of bed.
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