Chapter 713

The next day, the four of them resumed their journey. Just before leaving, Aunt Marry noticed a small bundle left in the kitchen. Curious, she unwrapped it and peeked inside. To her surprise, it was packed with freshly made cornbread, dried meat, steamed buns, candies, and other provisions. She hurriedly called out to Willow, who was already heading out the door. "Willow, did you forget this bundle?" Willow turned with a bright smile. "No, I left it there on purpose. Don’t worry about it, Aunt Marry. Let’s go." Aunt Marry eyed the bundle skeptically but eventually followed, though her mind buzzed with confusion. Was this food meant for the villagers? Then why not deliver it directly? What if rats got to it, or it spoiled sitting out on the stove? Willow was such a good girl in every way—except for this baffling habit of wasting food. Come to think of it, during meals these past few days, she’d always insisted on leaving an extra bowl in the kitchen, even after everyone had eaten their