After each of the five people picked one fruit, there were still four fruits left on the vine.
Lin Xue picked the fruit and put it in her bag. Then, carrying the lifeless, dried-out vine, she began to lead the way for everyone.
I originally intended to use this vine as a whip, but I didn't expect that once the vine was separated from the tree, it would become an ordinary branch.
Moreover, the one she was holding was quite thin, and not long enough to be used as a walking stick.
However, she didn't throw it away; after all, it was firewood that could be used to start a fire.
What if we need it someday?
With Lin Xue leading the way, the group quickly found their way out, and no one dared to delay, quickly leaving the forest.
After emerging from the woods, everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.
But they didn't dare waste any time and quickly headed towards the cave that Ai Qing had recorded.
Fortunately, the group was lucky and managed to reach the cave before it got completely dark.
They didn't encounter any other survivors. After tidying up the cave, the group decided to spend the night there.
The cave wasn't large, but compared to a typical cave, its entrance was a bit bigger.
If they blow air in at night, that would be terrible.
Because there were outsiders present, Lin Xue couldn't take out the large pot lid.
Fortunately, Ellie and her companions were experienced and each took out a piece of felt from their own packs.
Then they pieced the felt together and hung it at the entrance of the cave.
Then, various things were used to secure the felt to the opening. Although it couldn't completely block the cold air seeping in from the outside, at least it wouldn't be so cold.
Lin Xue opened her large package and took out a very old, thin cotton quilt.
She had tightly wrapped the quilt into a small square, but now that it was loose, it was enough for her to use by herself.
"Ellie, come sleep with me!"
You should know that Lin Xue slept alone in the underground cave last night, and it was quite cold.
Now that we have teammates, we can't waste this natural human heater.
If Ellie sleeps with her, Ai Qing can then snuggle up next to Zhang Feng.
Yu Yang let Yao Yao sleep next to Lin Xue and the other two. Although she couldn't be covered by a blanket, being slightly covered by the edge of the blanket was warmer than being exposed.
Although everyone has a piece of cloth to use as a blanket, it's still not as good as a quilt.
And so, Ellie slept against the wall, Lin Xue slept in the middle with Yao Yao next to her.
Next came Yu Yang, then Zhang Feng and Ai Qing.
Everyone could sleep in a row, it was a bit cramped, but much warmer than last night.
Moreover, because there were many people, the temperature inside the cave was not as cold as when Lin Xue was alone.
Everyone slept very well. When Lin Xue was woken up by 629, it was already dawn outside.
As soon as she got up, the others followed suit and got up one after another.
This time when she got up, Lin Xue clearly felt that the stiffness in her body was not as severe as it was yesterday morning.
It seems they were too cold.
The group tidied up, and each person ate half a fruit, except for Lin Xue, who ate the whole fruit.
No one objected to her behavior. After all, Lin Xueyi was brave and capable, and since she could find food on her own, they had no reason not to let her eat her fill.
Moreover, even the fruit they ate was only given to them because of Lin Xue.
"If we walk quickly, we should be able to reach that village today!"
"When my sister and I came here five years ago, there were still a few wells with water in this village. I wonder if they are still there now?"
Ai Qing took out a map, glanced at it, and then pointed in a direction for everyone. They each carried their bags and headed towards the village.
Everyone was focused on their journey and no one had the energy to say much.
As Lin Xue walked, she observed her surroundings, hoping to encounter another silly rabbit like the one from yesterday.
Unfortunately, she wasn't very lucky today and didn't see a single rabbit.
There were no plants blocking their way, so they walked very quickly.
They knew that even if the temperature hadn't fully risen by sunrise, it would still affect their speed.
So on this cool morning, everyone put in their best effort to walk.
"I can see the outline of the village!"
Suddenly, they heard Ellie, who was walking ahead, shout. The group, who were already very tired, immediately perked up.
Everyone half-walked and half-ran towards the village, but Lin Xue, thanks to 629's hint, knew that the village was not peaceful.
The place had already been occupied by several groups of survivors. If they rushed in recklessly, they would easily become easy targets.
"Wait, everyone stop!"
Lin Xue didn't dare let such a good teammate take risks, so she quickly called a halt to the group.
"What's wrong?"
Zhang Feng looked at Lin Xue with some curiosity. They knew that a lone traveler who could live well in the apocalypse must have unique skills.
So when Lin Xue called for a stop, everyone immediately stopped without hesitation.
"I sense a murderous aura in the village. It seems there are already survivors inside, and they harbor ill intentions towards us!"
"Everyone, grab your weapons first. If they try to rob us, I don't recommend using your kitchen knives to fight back!"
Lin Xue swung the gleaming kitchen knife in her hand.
Because of frequent use over the past few days, the kitchen knife, which had been somewhat dull, has regained its original shine.
Now, the way the sun shone so brightly sent a chill down the spines of the survivors who had been observing them from afar.
"Boss, this time it seems like they're dealing with a tough opponent!"
In this wasteland planet, anyone who can wield weapons is a ruthless individual.
The scenario of a child wielding a large knife is impossible, because there's simply no way they could protect themselves from it.
"It seems they're very confident; they dared to enter the village even after discovering us!"
"Tell the brothers to make way for these guys!"
The leader was a burly man with a thick beard. Although they also engaged in robbery and plunder, they had to consider the strength of their opponents.
When you encounter a tough opponent, you still have to play dumb.
This is the experience accumulated by wasteland survivors.
But they won't give up completely; instead, they'll choose to observe from the shadows.
As soon as it is discovered that Lin Xue and her group are not as strong as they are equipped with resources.
These people will rush up and snatch it like mad dogs.
If they find that Lin Xue and her group are really difficult to deal with, these people will choose to keep to themselves and avoid conflict.
As they entered the village, Ellie and her friends finally saw the group of people waiting at the village entrance.
However, seeing that the other party did not intend to make a move, the team did not linger and went straight into the village.
Neither Lin Xue's team nor the group of burly men would stay in this village for long.
At most, I'll stay for a few days to rest and recuperate.
Once everyone has recovered, we still need to leave this place and continue forward to find more supplies.
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