Chapter 10: Sparks of Opposition
As construction on the bathhouse begins, Lin Yuer faces new challenges. Traditionalists in the village, threatened by her rapid influence, openly criticize her. They argue that her ways are foreign and could lead the village astray. Rumors spread, painting her as a sorceress with unnatural powers. Lin Yuer realizes that while many villagers support her, there is a growing faction resistant to change.
Determined to push forward, she organizes a village gathering to address their concerns. In a heartfelt speech, Lin Yuer speaks of the benefits her projects have already brought, from the soap that improves hygiene to the garden that promises food security. She emphasizes her desire to work with them, not against them, assuring them that her only goal is to improve the community's future.
By the end of the gathering, some villagers remain wary, but others rally behind her. Li Wei, impressed by her courage and the way she diffused the situation, promises to stand by her. Lin Yuer realizes that each victory brings more complex challenges, but she is resolved to stay the course, transforming resistance into resilience as she continues her journey.