Chapter 52 Reminder, Disaster is Coming

With the escorts' urging, the commotion caused by the fried fish pieces died down. Everyone had a rare opportunity to eat all-you-can-eat grilled fish and watched several plays for free. Most people were in a great mood.

However, their good mood did not last long, because they entered the border of Quanzhou and Binzhou, which was surrounded by mountains, with no village in front and no shop behind, and no post station at all. They had to sleep in the wilderness tonight.

"Sister-in-law, look, there are so many flying birds."

The sky gradually darkened, and the escorts prepared to find a few caves, so the team stopped temporarily. Wei Linger pulled Shen Xiangwan's clothes and whispered.

"Ah."

There are really a lot of birds, so densely packed that I can’t count them.

Shen Xiangwan seemed to agree, but in fact he was in a heavier mood. Animals are much more alert than humans. Usually when a natural disaster occurs, they will notice it in advance and show some abnormalities. If the fish jumping out of the water at noon was just an accident, then what about the birds now flying around in the air?

"Wow, it's so spectacular!"

"Yes, it's the first time I see so many birds."

Compared to her worries, some people were leisurely enjoying this rare sight.

"Chenghe, take good care of mother and the others. I'm going to find the captain."

Seeing this phenomenon, Wei Chengyi made a decision instantly. Regardless of whether it happened today or not, they should be cautious.

"I will go with you."

Handing the child to Wei Ling'er, Shen Xiangwan stepped forward. Wei Chengyi did not refuse, and the two of them walked quickly towards Zhao Shan who was at the front of the team.

"Dad, Mom, listen to me. No matter whether the escorts find the cave or not, we'd better not stay here tonight."

On the other side, Shen Xiangyue said with a red and swollen cheek that now she didn't care how weird the atmosphere was among her family. Others didn't know, but she knew it very well. It was probably at this time in her previous life that Binzhou encountered the most terrifying earth dragon turning over in history. Mountains collapsed and the ground cracked within a radius of hundreds of miles, cities collapsed, only one in ten houses and buildings remained, and countless people died.

At that time, the exile team had almost reached this place. Many people were buried under the collapsed mountain. Nearly two-thirds of them died, and the rest were mostly injured. If they had not met a team of officials heading to Binzhou a few days later, they would have been trapped and died here.

"Why?"

Shen Yishan was still upset about what happened at noon, and his tone was obviously unfriendly.

"I don't know what to say. I feel like something big is going to happen. Dad, just listen to me."

Not knowing how to explain it, Shen Xiangyue was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. No matter what, she couldn't die here.

"It's uncomfortable enough for us to sleep in the wilderness. If we can't even stay in a cave, how are we going to rest at night?"

"You bitch is just hypocritical!"

They had a falling out at noon, and Wang Wan'er and Xie Yunyun were rude to each other.

"Enough."

Hearing this, Shen Xiangdong couldn't help but shout angrily, glaring at his wife fiercely. The latter pouted unhappily but didn't continue. On the other side, Xie Yunyun was held back by Shen Xiangnan, and the conflict that was about to break out again finally died down.

"Dad, what I said is true..."

"Let's talk about it later." Shen Xiangyue was not in the mood to pay attention to her two sisters-in-law. She wanted to continue persuading her, but Shen Yishan waved his hand impatiently to stop her. It was still unclear whether the escorts could find the cave. He really was not in the mood to waste time on such things.

Compared to Shen Xiangyue who only wanted to protect themselves, Wei Chengyi and Shen Xiangwan found a way out and made almost the same demands to them.

"Why?"

Zhao Shan asked as impatiently as Shen Yishan, his fierce face full of annoyance.

"If nothing unexpected happens, I'm afraid a major disaster will happen in the next two days."

Meeting his eyes, Wei Chengyi spoke in a deep and serious voice.

But his words obviously could not convince the other party. Shen Xiangwan frowned and added: "Captain, don't you find it strange that the fish are scrambling to jump out of the water, and why the birds are flying around as if they are fleeing? There is a saying in my hometown that when a major disaster occurs, animals will be keenly aware of it and show some abnormalities. Captain, there is a saying that is very true, it is better to believe it than not to believe it."

She is not a saint and does not have a compassionate heart to save the world. She will only help others within her ability and without violating her principles. If they don't want to listen, she won't waste her words.

"Um···"

This time, Zhao Shan did not respond immediately, but frowned and pondered. He was not a fool anymore. Shen Xiangwan did have some truth in what he said. It would be fine if nothing happened, but if something serious happened and caused heavy casualties to them, it would be difficult for him to explain himself.

"Okay, I'll listen to you and camp at the foot of the mountain."

"Boss?!"

Several escorts looked at him in disbelief. It was only the beginning of April and the nights were still very cold. In this remote area, if they didn't find a cave to spend the night, not only the exiles, but even they wouldn't be able to bear it.

"Do as I say."

It's not that he didn't know what they were worried about, but Zhao Shan ignored them. After Shen Xiangwan's explanation, he also felt that the matter was very strange. It's better to be safe than sorry. It's better to catch a cold than lose your life.

"Yes."

Zhao Shan still had a lot of prestige, so the escorts didn't dare to say anything more and just pretended to go and make arrangements.

"and many more."

Shen Xiangwan hurriedly called them over, and faced their confused or dissatisfied gazes and slowly said, "We are still unsure whether a disaster will happen or what kind of disaster it will happen. Don't let more people know for the time being. In addition, if you want to rest at night, it's best to choose a place with a wide view, not close to the mountain. The open space we passed in front is very suitable."

As she spoke, Shen Xiangwan pointed to the rear. Ever since she saw the fish scrambling to jump out of the water at noon, she had become more vigilant. She had carefully observed along the way and almost memorized all the terrain and routes. The open space she mentioned was the one they passed about fifteen minutes ago. It was far away from the mountain. No matter what disaster happened, as long as the ground did not crack abruptly, they should be safe.

"this···"

Is it too exaggerated?
Not only don’t you want to find the cave, but you also have to go back?

Several escorts looked at Zhao Shan speechlessly, and the latter said unhappily: "She is right. Since we have chosen to believe them, then... no... run... run..."

Halfway through his words, Zhao Shan suddenly felt a slight vibration from the ground. His tiger eyes widened in an instant, and he ran towards the crowd, roaring desperately. At the same time, Wei Chengyi grabbed Shen Xiangwan and carried her sideways, then tiptoed and ran straight to the back of the team.

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