The roaring floodwaters consumed houses, and shattered walls and ruins floated on the surface.
The victims who didn't evacuate in time cried and shouted, some trapped on high slopes, others caught in the water, clinging to floating tree roots, desperately calling for help.
There might be more in places unseen by them.
Many were together with the government officers, carrying the wounded and rescuing people.
Among them were many familiar faces to Ruan Mian.
Including Ruan Jinxiu.
Upon seeing Ruan Mian, Ruan Jinxiu was surprised and hurriedly waved, carrying the small boat he had made, running over eagerly.
"Sister! Mother told me to bring the few small boats I made to rescue people. Look, they're really coming in handy! It's too dangerous here; you should go home. I'm a man, I'll handle the rescue!"
Ruan Jinxiu's clear eyes were full of determination. Seeing Ruan Mian unmoved, he decided to carry her to the safe high slope.
