Chapter 1942: Spending the Night in the Forest Chapter 1942: Spending the Night in the Forest Editor: Henyee Translations With a secure place for the night, the tension dissipated, and an air of relaxation settled over the group.
Amidst lively conversation and laughter, the savory aroma of roasted at wafted through the air, sizzling and crackling as it dripped onto the flas.
Flipping the at and adding seasoning, they continued to roast until the fragrance intensified, enticing all with its mouthwatering appeal.
As the last morsels were savored and the sun dipped behind the mountains, they extinguished the bonfire and followed Wu Guan and the others back to the cave, carrying firewood for the night.
Navigating the slope proved effortless, and soon they reached the cavern, spacious and dry as promised by Wu Guan’s earlier assessnt.
With discussions underway, arrangents were made for night watch duty.
A fire was kindled at the cave entrance, ensuring warmth and security throughout the night.
As everyone settled in, Qiao Xuan called for Lixia, Mianmian, and Qiaoqiao to join her and Shao Yunduan, carving out a space for their small group within the larger gathering.
Qiao Xuan nestled against Shao Yunduan’s embrace, engaging in quiet conversation with Mianmian before succumbing to fatigue.
Today had been particularly taxing, and the excitent only added to her weariness.
Cradled in her husband’s arms, she felt a profound sense of security, drifting into slumber almost effortlessly.
She stirred occasionally throughout the night, not due to the cold but rather the simplicity of their accommodations in the cave.
As dawn broke, Qiao Xuan roused from her rest, greeted by the sight of the brightening sky.
A smile graced her lips as she t Shao Yunduan’s gaze, exchanging silent understanding.
“It’s already dawn, so soon!” she remarked.
Shao Yunduan returned her smile.
“Indeed.
Unlike ho, we can rise with the sun here.” Qiao Xuan chuckled as she noticed the absence of others in the cavern.
“Seems like everyone has already departed,” she observed, a hint of bemusent in her tone.
Their departure had been so discreet that she hadn’t even noticed.
Shao Yunduan offered his hand to help Qiao Xuan up, and as they exited the cave, she remarked with a smile, “I wonder if Anan slept well last night.
He must have missed !
Let’s head out now; maybe we can make it back to Anze City tonight!” Shao Yunduan replied, “Anan is just a boy; there’s no need to fuss.
Children sleep well when they’re tired, regardless of whether you’re with them or not.” Qiao Xuan shot him a reproachful glance.
“He’s still young; you shouldn’t speak about him so casually.
You usually spoil him too!” Shao Yunduan simply smiled in response, saying nothing.
As they approached the hot spring’s edge, they spotted Mianmian, Qiaoqiao, and the others laughing and playing in the water.
It was their first encounter with the hot spring, and they seed to be enjoying it imnsely.
Upon noticing Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan’s arrival, they eagerly greeted them, ready to share their experiences.
After a quick freshening up, Qiao Xuan and the group headed to the spot where the bonfire had been roasted the night before.
Not long after, Zheng Sangge and the others returned one after another.
The atmosphere was filled with jubilation as everyone recounted their gains from the expedition.
The prey in this area proved to be exceptionally abundant and delectable.
Despite the distant howls of wolves during the night, likely driven over the mountain to hunt, the lush vegetation still attracted nurous herbivores.
Zheng Sangge and his companions enjoyed a fruitful morning, resulting in a bountiful harvest of ten deer, along with twenty to thirty pheasants, hares, wild ducks, and more.
For breakfast, they roasted pheasants, wild rabbits, and other small ga, savoring the fruits of their labor before preparing to depart.
The deer they captured were notably robust, with one weighing in at 80 to 90 catties, and two especially plump specins tipping the scales at over 100 catties each.
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