Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

As their journey continued, Ye Wan gradually adapted to the system, using the supplies it provided to support herself and her family through the difficult times. She carefully distributed rations, ensuring everyone's daily intake was sufficient to sustain their physical strength, avoiding waste while allowing them to quietly accumulate some for future use. Her actions helped her family navigate the famine with a little more ease than others.

This composure didn't attract much attention from others. Ye Wan carefully controlled her food intake and physical strength, appearing to be struggling just like everyone else. But in reality, her ability to survive was gradually revealed: she methodically allocated food and water, even acquiring some emergency medication from the system. This allowed her to not only cope with sudden physical discomfort but also carefully care for her mother and Xiaotong.

After several days of trekking, Ye Cui Niang gradually noticed that her daughter, Ye Wan, seemed much calmer than before. Whenever she felt exhausted or unwell, Ye Wan would quietly take out a small packet of herbs or a piece of dry food to replenish her strength. At first, Ye Cui Niang was puzzled by Ye Wan's behavior, but she couldn't help but feel grateful. She had originally thought Ye Wan was just a weak and incompetent woman, but she had never imagined that she now had the ability to support the entire family through difficult times.

One evening, the team stopped to rest in a wasteland. Fatigued by the long journey, Ye Cui Niang stumbled and swayed unsteadily. Ye Wan quickly stepped forward to support her, guiding her to a slightly flatter spot where she sat down. From her bag, she quietly pulled out a small bag of dry food she had redeemed through the system, handed it to her, and whispered, "Mother, eat some dry food to replenish your energy."

Ye Cui Niang looked at the dry food, a little surprised, but she didn't refuse it after all. She took it and ate it silently. She felt a little strange in her heart, but didn't ask any more questions. The dry food replenished her strength. She nodded slightly and said to Ye Wan, "You kid... you really have some skills."

Ye Wan felt a slight warmth in her heart when she heard her mother's rare praise. She knew her mother had always been cold and even dismissive towards her, and now, to receive her mother's affirmation, even a simple compliment, was enough to comfort her. She simply smiled faintly and said, "Mom, the most important thing right now is to survive. I will do my best to protect you and Xiaotong."

Ye Cui Niang nodded silently, a complex emotion in her eyes. Her attitude towards her daughter's behavior gradually improved, and she began to rely on her. She gradually began to rely on Ye Wan's decisions, no longer complaining about them during their escape, but instead becoming more obedient to her daughter's arrangements.

As Ye Wan's patience and composure grew, Xiaotong grew increasingly attached to her mother. Every night, as the team rested in the wilderness, Xiaotong would quietly lean into Ye Wan's arms, listening to her soft whispers about her fantasies of the future and her hopes for a better life. In her gentle tones, Ye Wan described a peaceful world where there was no famine or fatigue, but abundant food, warm homes, and a happy life for all.

"Xiaotong, once we get through this difficult time, I'll give you a stable life." Ye Wan patted Xiaotong's back and spoke softly. Xiaotong's eyes revealed attachment and trust, and his little hands tightly grasped the corner of Ye Wan's clothes, as if all the difficulties were no longer scary as long as his mother was there.

Ye Wan's strength and calmness gradually planted a deep attachment in Xiaotong's heart. He wisely learned not to make a fuss or ask his mother for food, and even when he was starving, he simply endured it silently. He knew that his mother would provide him with the necessary food at the right time, and he trusted her arrangements unconditionally.

As time passed, Ye Wan became increasingly adept at the system. She learned how to utilize the system's "Emergency Supply" feature, exchanging small amounts of food and water for supplies when they were scarce. She also gradually mastered the system's task mechanism, beginning to complete small tasks during her daily trek to accumulate more points. Inspired by the system's help, she learned how to effectively utilize all resources, maintaining her composure and strength on this difficult journey of escape.

She didn't reveal the system's existence to anyone, but her performance gradually attracted the attention of others. Although Li Ruotao still mocked her from time to time, Ye Wan's forbearance and composure prevented Li Ruotao from provoking others' dissatisfaction. The other team members gradually developed a sense of admiration for Ye Wan, seeing her selfless and caring attitude towards her mother and child.

On several occasions, when children in the group cried from hunger, Ye Wan even offered to share a small piece of her own dry food with them. She knew that she and Xiaotong could barely get by with the system's help, but the others didn't have that confidence. Within her ability, she tried to help the weaker children and the elderly as much as possible, to reduce the chances of Li Ruotao inciting trouble.

Ye Wan's calm and compassionate actions gradually won the favor of some members of the team. Although she didn't gain everyone's trust, her position within the team had quietly changed. More and more people were trusting her. In difficult circumstances, Ye Wan's strength and composure became a silent force, and the vulnerable people around her gradually relied on her judgment.

A few days later, the team encountered another wasteland. Many people stopped dead in their tracks, faces filled with despair. Ye Wan looked at their starving eyes and felt an indescribable pang of sadness. She knew that every morsel of food was crucial on the road, and with the resources provided by the system, she and Xiaotong could continue to persevere. But others were not so lucky. She knew she couldn't save everyone, so she could only do her best to help those closest to her.

Ye Cuiniang, her mother, gradually placed all her hopes on Ye Wan. Although she never said it directly, Ye Wan could feel her mother's trust and reliance on her gradually increasing. Xiaotong gradually fell asleep in his mother's arms. His face no longer had the initial fear, but was replaced by a sense of attachment and tranquility.

As night fell, Ye Wan quietly retrieved a small bag of dry food and water from her system and secretly fed it to her mother and Xiaotong. She carefully calculated the amount of food she needed, ensuring she and her family received the most basic supplies during each night of rest. Her mother, Ye Cui Niang, had no complaints about her arrangements; instead, she gradually learned to obey her daughter's instructions and silently accept her care.

During her days on the road, Ye Wan gradually grew calmer and more mature. She knew that any rash action could put her family in greater danger. She carefully considered every decision and allocation, ensuring that no impulsive action would waste resources.

Over time, Ye Wan's composure and resilience gradually earned the trust of her mother and Xiaotong. Her ability and composure significantly transformed her mother, Ye Cui Niang, who no longer held her in contempt. Xiaotong nestled in her embrace, his eyes filled with trust and love. He knew his mother was his greatest support, the one who could bring him warmth and security in desperate situations.

Ye Wan knew the weight of her responsibility was growing. She silently resolved to remain calm and patient, ensuring Xiaotong and her mother's continued protection on their journey. She wouldn't reveal the system's secrets to anyone, relying instead on its mysterious power to secretly fight for survival for herself and her family.

The road to escape famine remains long and arduous, but Ye Wan is no longer the helpless little village girl, but has gradually grown into a strong mother. She knows the road ahead is full of uncertainty, but she is mentally prepared and willing to give everything for her family. Even if the road ahead is full of thorns, she will lead them on.