Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

Li Ruotao's attempts to instigate Ye Wan failed, and she grew increasingly frustrated. She secretly encouraged Ye Ershun to create chaos during the escape, attempting to throw Ye Wan and Xiaotong out of the group at a critical moment and completely isolate them. Her resentment ran deep, and she was determined to do whatever it took to deprive Ye Wan of her position within the group, even to the point where she could no longer rely on the group's protection.

Ye Ershun was still hesitant at first, but under Li Ruotao's constant instigation, his dissatisfaction gradually prevailed. He began to secretly plan and decided to take action on a suitable night to shake Ye Wan off from the team.

Late one night, the group stopped to rest, and the exhausted men fell asleep, preparing to gather their strength for the next day's journey. As everyone fell into a deep sleep, Ye Ershun quietly arose and deliberately chose a narrow, rugged path. He quietly woke Li Ruotao, and under the cover of darkness, he led a few trusted men along the path, attempting to quietly escape and lose some of the group, especially Ye Wan and Xiaotong.

Ye Wan wasn't asleep. She noticed Ye Ershun's departure from the subtle noises, and her heart trembled, immediately realizing that he intended to isolate her and Xiaotong. She gently held Xiaotong in her arms, whispering to him to go back to sleep, then quietly got up and observed Ye Ershun's movements.

She calmly gazed at the hidden path ahead, knowing deep down that Ye Ershun had likely chosen this path deliberately. If she rashly followed him, she would likely fall into their trap. She calmly analyzed the situation, knowing she had to act cautiously to ensure her and Xiaotong's safety while also preventing Li Ruotao's scheme from succeeding.

In order to better deal with this crisis, Ye Wan decided to quietly observe Ye Ershun's actions. She did not rush to follow the team, but stayed behind to observe his specific movements. She knew that she could not act rashly, but needed to find the right time to expose Ye Ershun's conspiracy.

As the night deepened, Ye Ershun continued to lead a few people slowly along the path, trying to distance himself from the others. He glanced back, confirming that most of the group had moved away, while Ye Wan seemed unaware. He then let out a smug smile. He felt his plan had succeeded; if he sped up even further, he could completely leave Ye Wan behind.

However, Ye Wan refused to give up. Using the system's location recognition function, she secretly tracked the direction of Ye Ershun and the others' movements, ensuring she wouldn't be completely separated from the group. It became increasingly clear to her that this night was destined to be troubled. She had to remain calm, not only to protect herself and Xiaotong, but also to turn the tide at a crucial moment and reveal Ye Ershun's true intentions.

Dawn gradually broke, and the sky began to lighten slightly. Just then, Ye Wan quickened her pace, using the system's navigation skills to quickly cross the path and quietly appear in front of the group. When the people in the group realized that Ye Wan had not fallen behind, but had appeared in front of them, they all showed surprise.

Ye Ershun's expression instantly turned grim. He hadn't expected Ye Wan to be able to catch up so easily, completely disrupting his plans. He tried to hide his uneasiness, feigning composure as he said to Ye Wan, "Sister, why are you awake so early? I just wanted to explore the way ahead and find a suitable route for everyone."

Ye Wan gave him a cold look and said calmly, "Ershun, since you said you were exploring the route, why did you walk this rugged path alone? If you really cared about everyone else, shouldn't you have chosen a safer route?"

Ye Ershun was left speechless by her questioning, his face becoming increasingly stiff. He faltered as he explained, "Sister, don't get me wrong. I'm just... just worried about the safety of this journey, so I thought of taking a few familiar friends to explore the way first."

Seeing his panicked expression, Ye Wan became even more convinced of his plot. She didn't expose him, but instead turned to the other team members and said solemnly, "Everyone has been through a long journey. I know you're tired and anxious. But we must remember that what's most important on the road to escape famine is unity and mutual trust, not each acting on their own."

The people in the group nodded in agreement after hearing her words. Some turned back to look at Ye Ershun and Li Ruotao, their eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment. Many people had already noticed something was wrong with Ye Ershun and Li Ruotao, but had kept it to themselves out of consideration.

At this moment, an older member of the team stepped forward, gently patted Ye Wan on the shoulder, and said, "Miss Wan, we have all seen how much you've cared for us along the way, leading us to water and food. Your kindness is our hope for survival, and none of us would easily doubt you."

Another woman echoed, "Yes, Miss Wan, you are our support. If someone has ill intentions and deliberately creates chaos, we will not stand idly by."

Ye Ershun's face grew increasingly awkward. He'd thought he could use the night to ditch Ye Wan, but she'd not only remained calm, but had actually used this opportunity to win the trust of even more people. He couldn't help but feel resentful, but with everyone watching, he had no choice but to force a smile and remain silent.

Seeing everyone's reactions, Ye Wan understood that it was their trust in her that allowed her to overcome this crisis. She nodded solemnly to the people in the group and said, "Thank you for your trust. The road to escape the famine is full of storms, but as long as we work together, we will surely go further and more steadily."

This crisis made Ye Wan more aware of the hidden dangers within the team, but it also solidified her position in everyone's hearts. Her calm response and composure earned her increasing trust, and many began to view her as a true leader, no longer assuming rumors or provocations.