They prepared to leave markings to indicate they headed east, so if the hunting party returned, they would understand they were headed to relatives.
Two women here were originally daughters of Donggu village, so this journey was essentially a return to their maiden home.
Additionally, they left some pottery in the cave, well-made spears, two bows, and some arrows, with a few arrows stuck in a tree.
They also left behind a bundle of rope and a grass hut.
To show they had acquired more survival skills.
All adults and strong children possessed at least two spears each.
The total number of people in their group was thirteen.
Seven women, one old man, four children.
With caution on the road, they should be able to protect themselves.
In fact, moving with the elderly, women, and children is a very exhausting task.
Some led the way in front, while others brought up the rear.
The children kept fussing relentlessly.
Several women cried when they first left Xigu village.
