Bianshanhan [farming]

In the past half a day, everyone has gained a lot. Except for Li Qingwen and Jiang Cong, the others also recited pine cones and hazelnuts.There are the most fungi, white and brown, and many of them have never been seen before. Take them to Li Qingzhuo for identification.

Some people carried back the pine logs, saying that they were going to be split into pine trees, so that it would not take so much effort to light the fire in the future.

No one hit the prey.

All the pockets they brought on this trip were full, and Li Maoqun regretted not taking more. Seeing that he couldn't pick up the good things, he might not be able to sleep for several nights.

Just when the big guy was talking about how big the pine nuts were, snow began to fall.

It was not big at first, and the fire that was thrown into the pine cone was not too hot, and I was not afraid at all. After a while, snow flakes like goose feathers rushed towards my face.

Everyone hurried back to their respective tents.

The others were excitedly talking about today's harvest, Jiang Liping sneaked in and discussed with Jiang Cong: "We have traveled far enough this trip, we have to think about going back."

Jiang Cong nodded, looked at the gloomy sky outside, and said, "The snow hasn't stopped for two days, so let's go back."

"I can't do anything when I go back. I can get some good things outside..." Someone seemed reluctant, but then said immediately after changing the voice: "Of course I listen to the boss. If you say go back, we will definitely leave immediately. .”

Li Maoqun was also a bit reluctant, but he didn't say anything. He neither knew how to hunt nor knew the way. He might not survive a few days alone in this vast land, so he had to follow the big guy's wishes.

"The place we walked was very flat, and it was not easy to identify the direction. With such a heavy snow, everything was buried, and it was easy to get lost." Jiang Liping asked Li Qingrui, and said, "Brother, what do you think?"

Li Qingrui said: "Go back early, we are not familiar with this place, so we should be careful."

Until it was completely dark, the snow not only did not get smaller, but also got bigger and bigger.

In less than half a day, the snow outside was several inches higher.

In the dark, Jiang Cong and the others went out to cut a few trees, stayed up all night, and started making sledges.

Without Li Qingwen's telling, Jiang Cong added two pieces of birch that hadn't been chiseled and sawn to the left and right of one of the sledges.

It felt like a long time had passed, but it was still pitch black outside, and someone panicked, "No, I guess it's time, it should have been bright, why is it still dark."

Many people ran out and looked at the sky against the heavy snow flakes. The sky seemed to be covered by something, and some lead gray could be seen in the distance.

At this time, the snow outside the tent was even thicker. Although there was no wind, it was quiet for thousands of miles, and the more oppressive people felt heavy in their hearts.

Seeing this strange scene for the first time, many people began to feel drums in their hearts. At this time, no one said to stay for a few more days, and they were all thinking about how to go back.

Jiang Liping frowned, and Jiang Cong said, "Let's go back now while we can find some directions."

As soon as the words came out, everyone immediately started loading things on the sledge, and then put away the tent as quickly as possible.

The mule pulled the sledge and walked in the front, and the old sun held the torch next to it. The other two sledges were pulled by ropes. There were so many of them that they could change hands at any time.

Jiang Cong wanted to identify the direction ahead, but Li Qingwen didn't follow this time. The snow was so thick that it took a lot of energy.

When they came to the border town, the snow hit their faces and it hurt, but now they don't have to suffer that pain, but the thick snow flakes keep sticking to their faces, making them feel like they can't breathe.

Standing a dozen or so steps behind, Jiang Cong could not be seen. Li Qingwen was a little uneasy, and his chest hit hard.

Except for the bright torches in the front, the surrounding Wutuchu couldn't see clearly, the old grandson occasionally yelled a few words in the front, and the people behind followed closely, for fear of falling and getting lost.

Vaguely, everyone vaguely knew that this was going up, and felt that the slope seemed to have no end, and everyone's breathing gradually became heavy.

At this time, Jiang Cong's voice suddenly came from the front, "Let's go back along the original road!"

This voice undoubtedly injected hope into everyone. At this time, finding the way back is more important than anything else.

Li Qingwen knew that the more he was afraid, the more energy he would consume. He concentrated his attention and silently counted the sheep in his heart, trying to forget the harsh environment outside.

I don't know how long I walked, everyone was tired, and they were rushing in a place where they couldn't see anything. They were exhausted physically and mentally, tired and hungry.

Jiang Liping did not order everyone to continue walking, but stopped to rest and eat.

Jiang Cong finally came back from the front. He took out a hemp rope from nowhere, tied Li Qingwen's left hand, and handed the other end to Li Qingrui.

In this kind of weather, if you get separated, you will be called every day and the earth will not work.

Li Qingwen looked anxious, "Brother, are your legs okay?"

"It's okay." The oiled paper bag next to his inner coat was still warm, Jiang Cong took out the rabbit meat inside and stuffed it into Li Qingwen's mouth, "Don't be brave if you can't walk, just shout out, everyone follow and rest .The snow doesn’t know when it will stop, so don’t be in a hurry.”

Li Qingwen sniffed and said "Mmm".

Jiang Cong rubbed his sore eyes and hurried to eat.

After the meal, we continued our journey against the snow, and gradually, there was some light around us. When everyone could see the white snow around them clearly, no one was happy.

All I can see is white snow, I can't see anything else, I can't see mountains, I can't see trees, I can't see grass...

The snow on their heads was still falling, and the snow under their feet was about to submerge them. The world seemed to be a huge white coffin, trapping them tightly in it.

When he couldn't walk, he stopped for a while and continued to walk. His body was so cold that he almost lost consciousness.

"Be more energetic. I heard that you are panting more than the cattle on the plowing field. This period of time is really loose. Give me more training when you go back!" Jiang Liping sternly shouted: "We spent a lot of time hunting when we came here, and we will go back soon. Go straight, you'll be at camp in no time!"

Walking from the back to the front, Jiang Liping whispered to Jiang Cong, "Are your eyesight okay?"

"It's okay." Jiang Cong said in his usual tone, lowering his eyes to cover up the blood in his eyes, and said, "Let's set up a tent in front, everyone is going to be overwhelmed."

Jiang Liping responded, and then went to the back to pass the news on.

Everyone secretly breathed a sigh of relief, only Jiang Liping had a hint of worry on his face.

They all hid in the tent to rest, Li Qingwen didn't see Jiang Cong, and was about to go out, but was stopped by Li Qingzhuo, "Brother Jiang and the others have something to arrange."

Li Qingwen thought, now is indeed an urgent time, and he can't make trouble.

After patiently counting five thousand, Li Qingwen finally couldn't help it anymore. He didn't mean to say anything to Jiang Cong, but he felt uneasy after not seeing it for so long.

Li Qingwen went to find Jiang Liping, but before he could speak, Jiang Liping made a silent gesture at him.

Li Qingwen was pulled aside, and when Jiang Liping whispered that Jiang Cong had gone out, he exploded immediately, gritted his teeth and said in a low voice, "You actually let him go out alone at this time?!"

Jiang Liping said: "It's more convenient for him to act alone, you have to trust your brother."

In a word, the gas in Li Qingwen's stomach would be leaked. If he was strong and energetic, Jiang Cong wouldn't have to worry about taking care of him, and he would be able to tide over the difficulties together instead of waiting so anxiously like now.

Seeing that he was too frustrated and annoyed, Jiang Liping said, "No wonder Jiang Cong has been worried about you being brave. You are only 13 years old, so wait until your wings are full and then think about flying high."

Li Qingwen didn't say a word, he wished he could grow up now.

"He can't find the direction for a while, he has to go farther to confirm the next itinerary, don't worry, he will be back soon." Jiang Liping said calmly, but his heart was worried.

Although the boat capsized in the river ditch transporting the tribute, they have escorted important court officials and precious treasures many times in the past.

Who would have thought that the snow would be so heavy, and it would never end!

Originally, there were no marked terrain and trees in all directions, but now they are covered by snow, and they can't see anything, and they can't tell the east, west, north, south.

Losing the direction is the most taboo to run around. Exhausting your energy will make the situation worse. Rather than panicking when a large group of people learn the truth, it is better to go out and find out quietly.

So, when Jiang Cong took the initiative to mention it, he agreed.

Just when Li Qingwen was worried, Jiang Cong walked around in the snow for an unknown number of times.

Finally, finding what he was looking for in the darkness, he turned back immediately.

The people in the tent took advantage of this moment to lie down to catch up on sleep. Li Qingwen was so tortured that he didn't feel sleepy at all, staring at the endless snow outside.

He thought, if he couldn't find anyone after counting five thousand more, he must go out and look for him!

Just as he made up his mind, there seemed to be some movement outside, Li Qingwen jumped out like a rabbit, and saw Jiang Cong covered in snow outside, his heart sank back into his stomach.

Li Qingrui and the others also guessed what might have happened, and had been waiting with Li Qingwen. At this moment, seeing Jiang Cong rolling in the snow, they quickly let him in.

When he came back in good condition, Li Qingwen didn't want to ask any questions at once. He asked Jiang Cong to rub his hands, pulled off the leather boots under his feet, took off the cloth socks inside, grabbed a foot with both hands and began to rub it.

Li Qingrui grabbed the other one.

Jiang Cong's feet were almost colder than ice cubes, and he was afraid of breaking the skin and worsening the frostbite. Li Qingwen didn't dare to use too much force, so it took a long time to get warm.

It was freezing outside, Jiang Cong consciously stayed away from the fire, and nodded to Jiang Liping.

Although they have found their way, they are still facing the problem of lack of food. It is impossible to hunt in such heavy snow, and the meat on the sledge has been eaten up.

Fortunately, the snow was light on the way, and they didn't suffer from hunger for too long. When they arrived at the place that had been buried by the snow, there was only a sharp cellar left. They took out the food they had left to reduce the weight from the snow. Through this difficulty.

A group of people struggled for several days in the thick snow and finally returned to the camp.