Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

After several days of drought, the team's water supply finally ran out. Their lips chapped, their throats burned, and the extreme thirst made their faces look increasingly haggard, their eyes revealing weakness and despair. Ye Wan looked at the starving and thirsty people around her, feeling a heavy heart. She knew that if they couldn't find water, their lives would be in mortal danger.

At night, while the others rested, Ye Wan quietly opened the system and redeemed a small amount of clean water. This was her last remaining resource, and she had to distribute it to those who needed it most. She carefully divided the water into several small bags and quietly handed them to the most vulnerable elderly and children in the darkness, gently admonishing them, "Drink only small sips at a time and try to be conserve."

Those who received water had trembling hands and tears of gratitude in their eyes. They took the water bags, put the water into their mouths with trembling lips, and swallowed it slowly. Although this small amount of water was far from enough to meet their needs, it gave them hope, letting them know that they had not been abandoned and that there were people who were doing their best for their lives.

Ye Wan's anxiety deepened as she gazed at these frail people. She knew that relying solely on water exchanged through the system wouldn't solve their survival problems; she needed to find a more permanent solution. So, she opened the system again, searching for skills related to finding water, hoping to find some new way to help them.

On the system's skill learning page, she discovered a simple skill called "Water Source Finding." This skill involved finding underground water veins and identifying water sources around plants. She immediately learned the skill and carefully studied the relevant information provided by the system. The system's knowledge provided her with much insight. She learned that the best way to find water sources in arid areas is to observe the terrain and vegetation, especially areas with deep plant root systems, which often harbor hidden underground water sources.

The next morning, Ye Wan gathered the stronger young and elderly members of the team and explained in detail how to find water. With a calm and resolute tone, she patiently explained how to locate groundwater by observing plants and terrain. Although everyone was skeptical, with Ye Wan's encouragement and guidance, they were still willing to give it a try.

Ye Wan set out with everyone, walking down the low-lying terrain and carefully observing the surrounding vegetation. She noticed that in a patch of dry grass, there were several plants with unusually deep roots. Based on the system's knowledge, she knew this was most likely a sign of underground water. She pointed to the area where the plants were growing and whispered, "There might be a source of underground water here. Let's try digging."

Several young men in the team immediately began digging with their tools, their eyes eager as they dug downward, hoping to uncover a trace of water. Ye Wan stood by, quietly observing the changes in the ground, her heart filled with both anticipation and anxiety.

After a few minutes, a hint of moisture finally appeared in the soil. Hope ignited in everyone's eyes, and they continued digging faster. Soon, a stream of turbid yet cool groundwater seeped out of the soil, slowly forming a small puddle. Everyone cheered and scooped up this precious water, gently sipping it.

Ye Wan placed a clean cloth in the water, gently filtered it, and then gave the filtered water to the weakest elderly and children. Her attentiveness and calmness touched everyone's heart. As they held the cool water, they looked at her gratefully, their eyes filled with admiration and gratitude.

Over the next few days, Ye Wan led the team in a continued search for more underground water sources. Using her systematic knowledge and skills, she helped them locate scattered water sources in the arid wilderness. Although these sources weren't plentiful, they at least kept people alive and freed them from the torment of extreme thirst.

Everyone gradually came to regard Ye Wan as their leader. Her knowledge and wisdom gave them hope for survival, and her calmness and tenacity kept them persevering amidst despair. More and more people began to approach her, even offering silent protection to her and her family. On this chaotic and hopeless journey, Ye Wan became a pillar of support, a guide who led them toward hope.

At night, the team stopped to rest. Ye Wan looked at the team members who had regained some energy after drinking water, and she felt a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. She knew that her efforts had not been in vain. Under her leadership, these people had a chance to survive and regained the courage to persevere.

An elderly man walked up to her and said with tears in his eyes, "Miss Wan, you are really our savior. If it weren't for you, we old guys would have died long ago. You are our great benefactor!"

Ye Wan gently held the old man's hand and said softly, "We are all trying to survive in troubled times. Only by helping each other can we go further. As long as we continue to persevere, we will definitely find a safe place."

When the people in the team heard her words, they nodded one after another, their eyes gleaming with trust and respect. They knew that it was because of Ye Wan's leadership that they were able to continue on this difficult journey of fleeing famine.

Ye Wan gradually became a recognized leader within the team. Her wisdom and kindness brought hope to everyone, and her determination and calmness filled everyone's hearts with trust. Whenever they encountered difficulties, they would invariably look to her for help, and she always used her actions and wisdom to help them overcome the difficulties.

In the days ahead, Ye Wan will continue to use her wisdom and skills to lead everyone in their search for survival in the wilderness. She knows that she carries the lives not only of Xiaotong and her mother, but also the hopes of the entire team. Filled with faith and courage, she vows to lead everyone out of this turbulent world and find a safe home.

The road to escape famine is still fraught with danger, but Ye Wan is no longer the ignorant and helpless little village girl, but has gradually grown into a leader capable of shouldering the heavy responsibility of life. In this environment of hunger and thirst, and surrounded by dangers, her wisdom and kindness are like a ray of light, guiding everyone step by step towards hope.