The Lord of Glimmer plants the sun in the eternal night.

Jiang Chuan stopped in his tracks when he heard the couple arguing.

He silently placed the dried goods by the door and turned to leave.

Helping is a favor, not helping is one's right!

He felt no resentment or bitterness towards those who helped him; on the contrary, he was very grateful for the kindness shown to Brother Liu and Aunt Liu.

They weren't exactly wealthy families; in these times, everyone was struggling.

You still have to rely on yourself!

Jiang Chuan became even more determined to hunt the strange creatures.

He continued walking until he reached the center of the village, where the fire spring was right in front of him, illuminating the surrounding area brightly.

The fire spring in Xingshou Village is about 16 feet long and wide, and can be considered a first-class fire spring. It is much larger than the miniature fire spring in Xueying Ridge. It is filled with rising smoke and mist, making it particularly bright.

The village chief, blacksmith, doctor and other people of high status lived in this better area.

Jiang Chuan's main purpose in coming to the village was to visit the blacksmith's house.

The other party was a "supplier" who made all the villagers' farming tools and weapons. After all, everyone wants to have a good weapon in hand when doing anything.

"Yang Yong should have some animal traps at home, right? If all else fails, just spend a little more money and have him set them himself."

A few snowflakes drifted down from the sky. Jiang Chuan walked towards the blacksmith's house, past the fire spring.

"Xiao Jiang, you're feeling better? You've survived a terrible ordeal, so you're sure to have good fortune in the future."

A stocky, middle-aged man with a thick beard stood at the gate of the courtyard and saw him.

"Hehe, thank you for your kind words, Uncle Yang," Jiang Chuan said with a smile, and then explained his purpose for coming: he wanted to buy some animal traps.

Hearing this, Yang Yong asked in surprise, "Xiao Jiang, are you planning to go hunting?"

"I'd like to try my luck in the mountains and see if there are any roe deer," Jiang Chuan replied, without mentioning the specific uses, since using animal traps to hunt ghosts was still too shocking.

Yang Yong laughed and said, "Then you really have bad luck. Fu Jiu ordered a large batch of arrows and weapons from me, formed a hunting team, and used up all the remaining iron ore."

"Now that the heavy snow is about to close the roads, we can't bring the goods from the town into the village. This is the end of our business for this year."

"Let's wander around."

Jiang Chuan nodded slightly. He was a little late; it seemed he would have to return empty-handed today.

He really didn't expect that Xing Shou Village would actually form a hunting team?

In the past, everyone was self-sufficient, but it seems that this year is indeed difficult, and we need to work together to survive.

Since Yang Yong didn't have any extra items, Jiang Chuan didn't linger. After saying goodbye, he left the blacksmith's house.

On the way back, I passed by Huoquan.

A large crowd had already gathered there, all queuing up to get a flint.

Upon seeing Jiang Chuan appear, many people showed a slightly strange expression.

Jiang Chuan quickly fixed his gaze on a middle-aged man in the crowd with thinning white hair.

A chill ran through me.

Liu Fude!

At that moment, Liu Fude had just taken out a flint at the old village chief's instruction and was grinning as he prepared to leave.

As she turned around, her eyes met Jiang Chuan's.

The smile on his face froze for a moment.

Beneath his white beard, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.

"Dr. Liu, what a coincidence! I really have to thank you for those herbs this time, otherwise I might really be dead." Jiang Chuan greeted him with a smile.

"No...no need to thank me. After all, I am the only healer in the village, and saving lives is what I should do."

Liu Fude responded guiltily, but did he really think that way? Definitely not.

He knew that Jiang Chuan was emotionally distressed, and that if he didn't help him, the other party would likely not survive.

In addition, he had always wanted to have an offspring who could inherit his medical talent, so he set his sights on that little wench Ye Xuan.

So from the beginning, he had no intention of saving Jiang Chuan.

He was just making up some stories to coerce Ye Xuan, but he didn't expect that she would actually bring a flint to exchange for herbs.

However, being able to patronize Huoshi first is naturally a win; once you patronize him again, it will be the young women's turn.

I just didn't expect that several days would pass.

Jiang Chuan was actually still alive.

Those herbs really are just for treating minor injuries! Did I pick up the wrong ones? Or did I misjudge them?

That's absolutely impossible. I've been practicing medicine for forty years, treating all kinds of illnesses, big and small, and I've never made a mistake.

Liu Fude shook his head, thinking to himself that this kid was really weird, and it was always better to stay away from him.

He waved to Jiang Chuan, then quickened his pace and hurried away.

Saving lives and healing the wounded?

"Heh—" Jiang Chuan stared at his departing figure, a cold laugh escaping his lips.

We'll have to settle this score with that old guy sooner or later.

Just then, another sound came from behind.

"Ah Shui! What are you doing here? I've been looking everywhere for you!"

It was Liu Quan who arrived, accompanied by a boy of about five years old. Although he was wrapped up tightly, his little face was still red from the cold.

"Brother Liu." Hearing this, Jiang Chuan couldn't help but chuckle. He had been planning to leave after finishing his business, but he hadn't expected to be caught.

Then he looked at the little boy and gestured to show his height: "Yunyi has grown taller again."

"Uncle, are you feeling better?" Liu Yunyi asked with concern, looking up at her with large, clear eyes, a picture of pure innocence and loveliness.

Jiang Chuan replied with a smile, "There's no problem anymore. I'm sorry to have worried you, Yunyi."

"Even though you're feeling better, don't wander around too much. Something's been wrong in the mountains lately," Liu Quan reminded her, then added, "Your sister-in-law is worried about you too. Come in and sit for a while."

"OK."

Since the other party had said that, Jiang Chuan did not refuse.

But when he arrived at the other party's home, it was clearly not just a matter of concern; a meal had already been prepared and they were just waiting for him to arrive.

"Brother Liu, this..."

"Sit down and eat. You have a long way to go back later."

Liu Quan waved his hand, gesturing for Jiang Chuan to sit down and talk.

Seeing this, Jiang Chuan stopped being coy.

Although rock rice is relatively coarse and has a hard texture, it still makes Jiangchuan's mouth water.

It also contains red dates, making it exceptionally smooth, sweet, and delicious.

Jiang Chuan noticed that Xiao Yunyi was staring intently at him and swallowed hard.

Recalling their earlier conversation, he felt guilty and squatted down, saying, "Yunyi, tell your uncle, are you still hungry?"

Liu Quan shook his head and said, "No, that's not true. He must have seen the red dates."

Jiang Chuan immediately picked out a few red dates and handed them to the handsome and simple little boy.

Liu Quan stopped him, saying, "This was specially put in by your sister-in-law to replenish your qi and blood, don't give it to him."

At this moment, Aunt Liu also arrived. She looked at Yun Yi and said, "Your Uncle Jiang has just recovered, and there is no meat or tonic available right now, so don't be greedy."

She wasn't a bad person at heart. She had initially thought that Jiang Chuan wouldn't survive, and that helping him would be pointless, so she argued with her husband.

Now that I've heard and seen that he's getting better, I naturally don't have those thoughts anymore.

Little Yunyi nodded obediently, blinked her big eyes, and said, "Uncle, you should eat quickly and get better soon. I'm not hungry anymore."

Jiang Chuan couldn't possibly eat it, so he insisted on feeding the dates to Yun Yi, explaining that he had gathered a lot of dried goods in the wild forest and that there was no need to worry too much about him.

"The patrol team recently reported that things have gotten chaotic again on the outskirts of the mountains. Several neighboring villages have been severely affected, and people have died. You should avoid going into the wild forests. Don't bring us any dried goods; just eat them yourself." Liu Quan told him that he couldn't act alone now, as it was very dangerous outside.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Chuan inquired about the hunting team and the ironware.

He wasn't surprised to learn that Liu Quan had joined the hunting team.

To his surprise, Liu Quan had spare animal traps and ropes.

It's like finding a new path after a dead end!

Seeing that Jiang Chuan had a need, Liu Quan didn't say much and got up to take out all the items.

"Thanks, Brother Liu."

Jiang Chuan felt much more relaxed after his trip, realizing it was worthwhile.

He looked at the slightly shy boy who had been listening quietly the whole time and said, "Yunyi, in two days, I'll let you eat your fill of dates and hazelnuts."

"Do you have any meat? I... haven't had any in a long time."

Xiao Yunyi whispered, then couldn't help but swallow again, as if recalling the taste from before, her rosy cheeks full of hope.

"It will happen!" Jiang Chuan patted his head affectionately.