Sharpened the two axes and tested the sharpness of the axe blades with a fingertip.
A bit dull—definitely not suitable for slicing vegetables, but just right for chopping wood.
Picked up the Long-handled Axe and looked out of the cave.
The rain brewing within the clouds was gradually dissipating. Though it hadn't stopped yet, if this trend continued, it would soon turn into a light drizzle, not enough to cause a chill.
Mindful of the stones and wooden planks on the beach, and worried that the mystery reward might be ruined by the rain, Chen Zhou decided not to take the safest approach. He donned a leather cloak, a wide-brimmed hat, and tucked the Long-handled Axe into his belt before setting off.
Lai Fu was not tied up and quickly followed as its owner stepped out. Chen Zhou had intended to leave it in the cave but couldn't bring himself to tie it up.
The memory of it relieving itself in the cave last time was still vivid, so he could only try to persuade Lai Fu not to follow.
