Chapter 607: Chapter 607: Into the Mountains Chapter 607: Chapter 607: Into the Mountains The members of Team Five were also waiting, waiting to see if the newcomer officer was of the same mind as Master Lan and whether he still cared about Fang Xiyue.
If he didn’t care anymore, then they couldn’t be blamed.
Unexpectedly, Fang Xiyue even had a premonition that in these two days, the people of Team Five might make their move against her.
Little did she know, at this critical juncture, another girl would appear in the hunting team.
Because of her, she had broken away from Team Five, and now the two girls made up a team of their own.
Fang Xiyue was happy, even if they were only hunting small game on the periphery, at least she was safe.
After listening, Shu Yu didn’t know whether to say her luck was good or bad, but she was very happy to have such a companion herself.
In fact, she didn’t want to team up with those men either. When she saw them making excuses, she kept quiet, hoping to use this as an opportunity to go into the mountains alone.
Fang Xiyue was also curious about Shu Yu, especially when she saw her choose a bow and arrow. She couldn’t help but ask, “Can you shoot arrows? It’s rare for women to be skilled with the bow.”
Shu Yu pursed her lips and said softly, “I’ve practiced before, but the bow and arrows aren’t quite like these ones. I need to practice on the periphery first, and when I’m accustomed to it, I’ll go deeper into the forest. What do you think?”
“Of course, it would be life-threatening to go into the deep mountains without familiarity,” Fang Xiyue said seriously. “You’re thinking correctly.”
Shu Yu touched her forehead, thinking that’s what any normal person would consider.
Back in modern times, she had indeed learned archery. Whether it was a stationary or moving target, she might not hit the bullseye, but she was always scoring on the eighth or ninth ring, which was very commendable.
People even joked with her that she could go to the Olympics.
But back then, the bows and arrows were just for fun at clubs or archery ranges and were specially made. They were nothing like the traditional natural bow and arrows she was carrying now. In terms of weight or feel, she had to become familiar with them all over again.
Fortunately, she wasn’t in a rush.
As the two of them spoke, they were almost at the foot of the mountain.
Once they started heading deep into the woods, they both became much more cautious.
Shu Yu keenly noticed that once Fang Xiyue entered the mountain, she became a different person altogether—moving lightly, keeping an eye on all directions, listening carefully, and very alert. It was as if she were a completely different person from the sluggish woman she had previously seemed to be.
It seemed that this woman truly belonged to these mountains.
Shu Yu’s eyes brightened. Ever since Fang Xiyue found out that Shu Yu was a year older, she insisted on leading the way.
“I’ll scout ahead. I can tell from the footprints on the ground if there is game. You follow behind me, and if you see a trace, then try your hand.”
Shu Yu looked at her departing figure and could only nod, “Okay.”
However, as soon as her words fell, she saw Fang Xiyue suddenly crouch down, then twist her head around and say with shining eyes, “There should be a mountain chicken ahead; I’ve seen its fresh droppings.”
Shu Yu held the bow in front of her, “Really? Let’s go and have a look.”
Their movements became even lighter as they followed Fang Xiyue, who then spotted the tender leaves eaten by a mountain chicken. Following the traces, it wasn’t long before they saw a mountain chicken cautiously turning its neck from side to side. Its vibrant feathers twitched, and then it lowered its head to pick up a worm and eat it.
Shu Yu placed an arrow on the bow, slowly stretched out her arm, squinted her eyes, and aimed in the direction of the mountain chicken.
With a “whoosh,” the arrowhead flew straight forward.