Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

As Ye Wan's wisdom and leadership gradually gained recognition within the team, nearly everyone admired and relied on her. However, as is the case with any group, a wave of resentment and jealousy began to surface within the team. This sentiment primarily stemmed from Ye Ershun's family, particularly Ye Ershun and his wife, Li Ruoying. They had previously been the center of attention within the family, but as Ye Wan's status and prestige grew, everyone's dependence on her and their emotional respect gradually shifted towards her, causing resentment within the Ershun clan.

Ye Ershun and Li Ruoying, in particular, felt that Ye Wan's leadership left them feeling neglected and out of touch. Ye Ershun resentfully believed that, as the male in the family, he deserved a higher status and greater respect, but that Ye Wan's appearance upset this balance, leaving him feeling overshadowed by his sister. Li Ruoying, on the other hand, felt that the Ye family was gradually turning cold towards her because of Ye Wan's prestige, leaving her feeling marginalized and filled with resentment.

"Why does everyone obey her?" Li Ruoying complained one night. "She's just a woman, how can she be the backbone of everyone? There are many men here, but they all bow down to her. It's ridiculous!"

Ye Ershun felt the same way and responded coldly, "Huh, that's really strange. These people only give her a little help on a daily basis, but they really treat her like a savior. If it weren't for me, she would probably be dead long ago. Our family should be the center of this place, not let her monopolize the limelight."

The two hit it off immediately, secretly harboring hostility toward Ye Wan and spreading discontent privately. When speaking to the few members who were skeptical, they deliberately raised provocative questions: "Have you ever thought about where all of Ye Wan's abilities came from? She used to be just an ordinary village girl, so how did she suddenly acquire all these survival skills?" This questioning caused some members, already surprised by Ye Wan's transformation, to begin to doubt her.

Their words gradually spread quietly throughout the team, and a few people began to be shaken by their suspicions. Especially those who were dissatisfied with the uneven distribution of work or resources began to whisper among themselves, questioning whether Ye Wan was truly worthy of such a high position and trust. Ye Ershun and Li Ruoying subtly fueled this sentiment, constantly suggesting that Ye Wan might be managing the team so actively only for her own benefit.

Li Ruoying often took the opportunity to sow discord among others about Ye Wan. She casually mentioned, "Look, Ye Wan always takes everyone out to gather and hunt, but does she really work as hard as we do? She always arranges for us to carry out the work, while she stands aside and gives orders. Is this what she calls selfless dedication?"

After hearing this, some people began to feel subtle dissatisfaction in their hearts, feeling that they were being used, and that Ye Wan was just using the title of leader to enjoy the fruits of other people's labor.

However, these provocations and doubts didn't cause much of a stir among the majority. Having experienced Ye Wan's countless assistance and witnessed her stepping up in every difficult moment, most people held a firm trust in her. However, among a few disgruntled members, doubts began to ferment, gradually forming a small "opposition circle" that frequently gathered privately to complain about the current situation and express dissatisfaction with Ye Wan's leadership.

Ye Wan gradually became aware of these subtle shifts in mood. She keenly realized that the Ershun clan's attitude was no longer just a family dispute, but could potentially affect the stability of the team. She felt a tinge of helplessness, but decided to continue treating them with a calm attitude, hoping to ease the conflict.

She attempted to alleviate their discontent by allocating tasks more equitably, assigning Ye Ershun and Li Ruoying important responsibilities, such as managing food reserves and conducting health inspections. However, these measures failed to truly satisfy them and only deepened their discontent. Ye Ershun felt that his sister was deliberately pushing these menial tasks onto him, secretly exploiting him.

In an effort to undermine Ye Wan's prestige, Ye Ershun and Li Ruoying began publicly questioning her decisions. During a food distribution, Ye Ershun deliberately provoked a conversation: "Why do we always give priority to the elderly and children? Shouldn't those of us who work hard get priority?"

The harmonious distribution scene suddenly became awkward after these words were spoken, and a few people began to murmur, feeling that they should have priority for more food resources. However, Ye Wan calmly explained, "Everything we do is for the long-term safety of the team. The elderly and children need our protection even more. Distribution must take everyone's situation into consideration, not individual priorities."

Her calm response temporarily calmed the situation, but Ye Ershun was still dissatisfied.

This undercurrent gradually spread within the team, but Ye Wan remained calm and tolerant, striving to ease tensions. She patiently explained every question and assigned tasks as fairly as possible, ensuring that everyone's efforts were respected and rewarded. However, she knew that jealousy and resentment could not be resolved overnight, and she realized that her leadership needed to be strengthened to truly unite everyone.

Many people still firmly supported her, but a few, stirred up by her sentiments, gradually began to harbor doubts. Ye Wan knew that team harmony required more effort, and she secretly resolved to win everyone's hearts with even more selfless and resolute actions, making them understand that her goal was never personal gain, but the collective future of the team.

In the days to come, Ye Wan will continue to face this challenge and use her wisdom and tolerance to guide the team forward.