After crossing, I surrounded the capital from the countryside

Based on observations, they used the terrain and vegetation to cleverly design some traps.

These traps may seem insignificant, but they can play a huge role at critical moments.

After the traps were set, all patrol members were required to memorize the locations of the traps to avoid harming their own people.

In addition to patrolling and trap setting, other affairs of the sect were also proceeding in an orderly manner and did not have much impact on the daily affairs of Xiaoyao.

But in the tense atmosphere, Xiaoyao Sect quickly entered a wartime state.

Through constant checking for gaps and close patrols, the Xiaoyao Sect spent two days safely.

Just when everyone in the sect thought that the refugees might not come and began to relax, the patrol team suddenly reported, "Master, we found traces of refugees on the hillside. About twenty people are coming up the mountain."

Although there were only twenty or so refugees, Xu Qingqing knew that the real danger was about to come.

"If these twenty or so people are still well behaved, we will follow the previous plan and place them in the prepared place. We will give them some food and don't let them starve to death."

"If you don't behave yourself, knock you out and tie you up, so that you don't stir up trouble everywhere."

"Everyone has been alert these two days. The real danger may be yet to come." Xu Qingqing looked at the patrol member with a serious expression: "Be careful!"

"Yes, Sect Master!"

The patrol team members withdrew and quickly conveyed Xu Qingqing's instructions to various places.

The twenty or so people soon met the patrol team.

The group was dressed in rags, their worn clothes were covered with dirt and dust, and their skin was even exposed in some places. Their faces were pale and haggard, obviously due to lack of nutrition and rest for a long time. Their hair was messy, and some of it was mixed with grass clippings and leaves, making them look miserable.

Seeing the patrol team, an elderly man walked out from the crowd.

He walked tremblingly to the patrol team with a cane, and said respectfully: "Brothers, we have no ill intentions. We are fleeing from Wangyan Village. We heard that there is a kind man on this mountain who can give us food and a place to stay, so we came here to seek refuge and pray to be allowed to join."

His voice was trembling a little, but his tone was full of sincerity and expectation.

The others nodded in agreement, their eyes revealing anticipation and fear.

They hoped that some kind person in the mountains would take them in so that they could survive. They were afraid that if they were rejected, they would just have to wait to die.

Looking at them, several members of the patrol team couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

They were refugees at the beginning. They were fortunate to meet the boss and followed him to Yijie Mountain. They helped each other. Although life was difficult, they managed to save their lives.

Later, he met the sect leader again and founded the Xiaoyao Sect. With the help of the sect leader, he lived a life of plenty.

Looking at this group of people now, it really feels like seeing my past self.

Thinking of the sect leader's instructions and seeing that the group of people were quite honest and simple-minded, the leading patrol member said, "You follow me first." As he said that, he led the way.

“Yes, yes, thank you, big brother, you are all good people!” The old man thanked them first, then looked back at the tribesmen behind him: “Hurry up and catch up!”

"Yes!"

"Great, it's saved!"

"Woooooooo..."

Seeing that they were accepted, some people in the crowd burst into tears of joy. They couldn't believe that they were accepted so quickly.

However, they didn't have time to indulge in their emotions. Seeing the person in front walking away, they hurried to catch up.

The patrol team members took the twenty or so people to a more remote corner of Xiaoyao.

This place was chosen by Xu Qingqing. It can provide these refugees with a place to stay and ensure their safety, and it will not affect the daily operations of Zhongzongmen. It is good for both parties.

At the same time, Xu Qingqing also strengthened patrols in the area to ensure that no suspicious persons could sneak into the Xiaoyao Sect.

After all, the world is dangerous and people's hearts are unpredictable. Under the current circumstances, any negligence may bring a catastrophe to the Xiaoyao Sect. Therefore, a cautious attitude must be adopted towards these refugees brought in.

"Rest here for a while. Someone will bring you some food in a while. But you can't run around. You can only stay in this yard." The patrol member warned: "If you leave this yard without permission, you will all be driven down the mountain."

"Okay, we got it, brother. We promise not to leave this yard!" the old man replied hastily.

The patrol team members gave a few more instructions and then left to continue their patrol.

The group of people who stayed in the yard began to look at the yard carefully.

The yard is large and quiet, surrounded by tall trees, forming a natural barrier that provides a relatively private and safe space for refugees and members of the sect.

There are a few simple wooden stakes and benches in the yard for resting and dining.

There are several small houses around, with roofs simply built with straw and wood. Although simple, they are strong and warm, and can meet basic living needs.

Although the whole yard was very simple, in the eyes of everyone at this time, it was full of warmth and humanity.

I feel like a duckweed floating in the wind and rain, and finally I have a place where I can live in peace.

After a while, someone brought them food. It was all very simple food, but in the eyes of everyone it was a rare delicacy.

The food portions were not very large, but they were enough for everyone to eat a little and not feel hungry.

A group of people sat in the yard, eating this hard-earned meal, tears glistening in their eyes. They ate it with extra care, chewing each bite carefully, as if they were tasting some delicacy.

By the end of the meal, many people had tears in their eyes. It was the emotion of finally being satisfied after being hungry for a long time, and also the gratitude for the selfless help of Xu Qingqing and the people of Xiaoyao Sect.

At this moment they seemed to have the courage and hope to start over.

In the following days, as the number of refugees gradually increased, Xu Qingqing became more vigilant.

This sense of urgency, knowing it would happen but not knowing when, always lingered in Xu Qingqing's mind, preventing her from relaxing for even a moment.

'Tuk tuk tuk'

Xu Qingqing's fingers tapped on the table again and again, revealing her uneasy heart.

In the past two days, she has been keeping a close eye on the refugees' situation and trying to think about how to effectively deal with possible incidents.

Finally, on the fourth day, a large number of refugees appeared...

early morning

The patrol team that was changing shifts arrived in the mountains, and soon, a large number of refugees suddenly appeared in front of them.

One of them immediately went up the mountain to report, and the others immediately became alert.

The refugees that appeared this time were in a different condition than those encountered in the previous times.