Around four-thirty in the morning, Qin Yao and Liu Ji got up.
After a night's sleep, Liu Ji's arms, which felt fine yesterday, were now sore and swollen, and his legs were heavy. He drew a sharp breath as he descended the steps, feeling the delightful ache.
This is what happens to someone unaccustomed to exercise when they suddenly engage in strenuous work. Qin Yao nodded understandingly, then handed him a sickle, "Let's go."
The two had a simple bite to fill their stomachs, then packed their lunch and water before heading out.
Qin Yao carried a carrying pole and ropes and wore a sun hat borrowed from He. It not only shielded her from the sun, but the cloth connected from the brim to her chest also kept mosquitoes at bay, revealing only her eyes.
She wore light shoes and socks, with her pant legs tucked into her socks and secured tightly with bands. Having learned from experience, she was well-prepared this time.
