Something did happen to Ling Jiheng.
He returned and reported the cave incident to Gao Hongbin ecstatically, but he discovered that Mr. Gao did not look very good.
The reason was simple. Three of the sword-wielding guards who had gone out to find a hiding place had not returned.
It’s hard to explain what happened, but he ran away because he was afraid the fire would spread.
Still working hard to complete the task and go quite far.
In short, three of them were missing, and they were all our own. Gao Hongbin's face turned as dark as the bottom of a pot.
He turned his head to look at the thick smoke and saw that they were still some distance away, so he suggested waiting for them there.
Ling Jiheng didn't expect Gao Hongbin to be so crazy that he would disregard the safety of the exiled prisoners for the sake of three of his own people.
He pursed his lips and said, "That place is quite far away, and we won't be able to get there in a short time. Why not let the brothers escort the exiled prisoners first, and then catch up with them by following the trail when the big brothers come back."
Gao Hongbin thought about it and agreed.
The exiled prisoners also had to carry supplies, so their speed was definitely not as fast as those of them who were traveling light.
He asked the guards with swords to watch over the exiles, while he stayed where he was and waited for those troublesome ones.
As time passed, the wildfire spread at a speed that people could hardly imagine.
There were more than just them on the mountain, but most of them either didn't realize the impending danger or couldn't find a suitable place to hide.
Looking at the thick smoke rising into the sky, despair and unwillingness came over me.
Ling Jiheng took over Ling Weicheng's job, dragging the cart of the second branch of the Ling family and moving quickly towards the cave.
Ling Jiheng's internal organs were already aching from the fall, and now he had to pull the cart at high intensity. Sweat covered his forehead, and he couldn't tell if it was because of the heat, fatigue, or pain.
Shu Muyun and Ling Weicheng were pushing the cart from behind, both trying their best for fear of delaying their son.
They could see that their son was really anxious.
The others also moved quickly, but none of them had the physical strength of the Ling family members, nor the urgency of Ling Jiheng.
After moving quickly for a while, you get tired and your speed slows down.
"Hurry up, don't stop. We're here and we still have to drag the cart into the cave. Time is running out!"
Everyone's heart tightened and they hurried to adjust their state.
But the fire grew bigger and bigger, and even from a distance, I could feel the choking smoke and the burning heat radiating to my skin.
The old lady and the old man were choked by the smoke and started coughing violently.
Ling Jiheng hurriedly asked Ling Jiyi to take a wet cloth and cover the mouths and noses of the two people.
Seeing this, others followed suit.
The foul smell hit their brains, but they were all grateful to Ling Jiheng for reminding them to store urine at noon, otherwise, they would not be able to find a wet cloth even if they wanted to.
Time passed little by little, and when the entrance to the cave was almost visible, Gao Hongbin finally came over with three charcoal-like figures.
Two of them were burned by the fire. Their clothes were torn and their faces and hands had burn marks.
Ling Jiheng didn't bother to greet them. He just reminded them to "cover their mouths and noses" and continued on his way.
The fire burned faster and faster, and finally, when it was only two or three miles away from them, a group of people arrived.
"Hurry, it's here!" Ling Jiheng put down the cart and hurriedly untied the rope.
Shu Muyun and Ling Weicheng came to help. Then, one of them watched the cart while the other two carried the boxes and walked carefully towards the cave.
Gao Hongbin was afraid that they were not moving fast enough, so he asked the guards with swords to come and help.
He jumped into the cave and met Chi Xingyue's eyes.
"Mr. Gao!" Chi Xingyue spoke hesitantly.
Gao Hongbin saw that she looked disheveled and her clothes were obviously worn out at her elbows and knees, so he nodded and said, "Yeah!"
After saying that, he looked around and walked along the cave to the cliff.
Looking at the holes on the cliff, I couldn't help but smile.
They felt that God was particularly kind to them by allowing them to find this dangerous place.
With these ventilation holes, they are not afraid of any wildfire, no matter how big it is.
Because he cleaned up the mess so well, Gao Hongbin didn't even notice that there were several boxes stored here.
I'm just curious about where the end of the cave is and whether there is treasure hidden there.
After Gao Hongbin left, Chi Xingyue climbed up the slope and saw that although the Ling family members were in a mess, they were all safe and sound. He couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
"Why are you so late?" Chi Xingyue came to Ling Jiheng and asked in a low voice.
Ling Jiheng was carrying boxes, beads of sweat oozing from his forehead. "It's a long story, I'll tell you later. Go into the cave first and help watch over the boxes."
Chi Xingyue knew that this was Ling Jiheng's excuse because he was considerate of her and didn't want her to put in any effort.
Shu Muyun felt jealous, thinking that her son was spoiling his daughter-in-law too much.
But she didn't say anything, after all, Ling Weicheng was very nice to her.
This is called the father and son being of the same bloodline.
Geng Suhua and Liang Zhijun also looked envious.
But I am already old, I can't act like a young girl and act like a spoiled child to win my man's favor.
Alas, why didn’t I know how to control my own man like my niece’s wife when I was young?
Gu Youlian and the Chen sisters were furious.
Why? A little girl who makes fire can win the full attention of men. They have talent and beauty, how can they not compare to Chi Xingyue?
I want to make trouble, but I don't dare.
The place was bustling with activity, everyone busy with their own affairs. Anyone who dared to disrupt the rhythm would most likely be beaten.
Besides, the wildfire was approaching, and even though it was still some distance away from them, the scorching temperature seemed enough to melt people.
The women didn't dare to delay at all. They either helped the men carry the boxes or looked after the luggage or the children.
When Chi Xingyue left, he took a few children from the Ling family with him.
They were covered in dirt, and even their little faces were black and white, obviously they had cried on the way.
When they arrived at the cave, the little ones were instantly attracted by the coolness in the cave.
It's just a little dark, I can't see anything.
Ling Weiwei held Chi Xingyue tightly with her small hands, fearing that some monster would suddenly burst out from inside.
It took me a while to get used to the situation before I could see the scene in the cave clearly.
Several children looked around, and Chi Xingyue asked them to reserve a seat at the entrance of the passage.
"Your task today is to help watch the luggage."
Although using child labor is not very kind, the little ones' eyes lit up.
I feel that I am valued and as useful as my parents.
Chi Xingyue sat on a rock, replaced the water bag filled with medicine, then took out a few pieces of malt sugar and gave one to each child.
The experiences along the way made the little ones very alert. Even though they really wanted to cheer, they immediately covered their mouths.
But that look sparkled even in the darkness.
Chi Xingyue rubbed their heads, uh, his hands were covered with oil, which made him feel a little disgusted.
But no matter what, he is very cute. He doesn't cry or hold back like other children.
Chi Xingyue even made a promise: "When things settle down in the future, your aunt will buy you delicious food."
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