Noon.
Only when the sun was shining high did a sliver of light peak through the thickets, warming one's entire body.
A squirrel leaped from the treetops, caught a glimpse of the people below, and immediately halted, using its bushy tail to firmly cover its face. At the same time, on the other side, a wild pheasant fluttered its wings, making a sound that drew attention, transitioning through a series of steps to a higher point on the slope, trying to hide itself.
Jiang Yuan heard the commotion but only glanced over, too lazy to locate the exact source.
The terrain and landscape of Pingzhou were quite different from Shan Nan, which was only dozens of miles away. The forests here were relatively dry, and the higher elevation harbored different wildlife. Creatures like squirrels and pheasants were commonly seen, making the environment feel somewhat more cheerful than the forests on the Shan Nan side.
