Chapter 660
In the underground world shrouded in dim light, Bai Ye's mood was as heavy as the gloomy sky. Ever since he decided to hunt the wild donkey, he has always been entangled in an indescribable guilt. Whenever it was late at night, he would always think of the wild donkeys that once ran side by side with them and soared freely, and an irrepressible sadness would surge in his heart.
That day, the soldiers went out hunting as usual, but when they returned, their expressions were very different from the past. A soldier carefully held a young wild donkey, its eyes were full of fear and helplessness, its thin limbs struggled helplessly in the air, and made a weak cry. This little wild donkey was obviously discovered accidentally during the hunting process, and its mother might have become the prey in the hands of the soldiers.
The soldiers looked at each other, not knowing what to do for a while. They knew that bringing this little wild donkey back to the camp meant that they would have to take responsibility for taking care of it, which was in sharp contrast to their previous hunting behavior. But looking at the helpless look of the little wild donkey, they couldn't bear to abandon it in this dangerous underground world.
"Bai Ye, what should we do?" A soldier broke the silence, with a hint of hesitation and uneasiness in his voice.
Bai Ye was silent for a moment, his eyes wandering back and forth between the little wild donkey and the soldiers. Finally, he slowly said: "We take it back and take care of it as much as we can."
The soldiers were surprised when they heard this. They didn't expect Bai Ye to make such a decision, after all, it was contrary to their previous actions. But looking at Bai Ye's firm eyes, they knew that this decision could not be changed.
So, the soldiers carefully carried the little wild donkey back to the camp. They found some soft hay and cloth and built a simple nest for the little wild donkey. The little wild donkey was particularly nervous when it first arrived in a strange environment. It curled up in the corner and kept making weak calls.
Bai Ye walked to the side of the little wild donkey, and he gently stretched out his hand, trying to comfort the injured little life. But the little wild donkey was obviously wary of him. It shrank back and hid further away. Bai Ye was not discouraged. He continued to call gently, patting the ground with his hands, trying to convey his goodwill.
"Don't be afraid, little guy. We will protect you." Bai Ye's voice was soft and firm, and his words were full of warmth and strength.
Perhaps it was because he felt Bai Ye's sincerity that the little wild donkey finally stopped resisting. It carefully poked its head out and looked at everything around it with its black and shiny eyes. Bai Ye took the opportunity to reach out and gently stroked its head. The little wild donkey trembled slightly at first, but soon relaxed. It closed its eyes and enjoyed this rare peace.
Seeing this, the soldiers also surrounded it. Some of them brought food and water to the little wild donkey, while others quietly guarded it. In this small camp, an unprecedented warmth and harmony began to spread.
However, the good times did not last long. As the little wild donkey grew up, its wildness began to show. It is no longer satisfied with being kept in a small space, but longs to run freely in the vast world. Whenever it is late at night, it will make a series of shrill cries, as if telling of its desire for freedom.
Bai Ye and the soldiers knew this very well, but they could do nothing. They knew that once the little wild donkey was released into the wild, it would likely become prey to other wild animals; but if it continued to stay in the camp, it would forever lose the freedom and wildness that belonged to the wild donkey.
"What should we do?" The soldiers fell into confusion and struggle again. They looked at the little wild donkey's eyes full of desire, and their hearts were full of contradictions and entanglements.
Bai Ye was silent for a moment and said: "We can't deprive it of its rights and dignity as a wild donkey. Maybe... we can try to train it so that it can live in the camp and maintain its wildness."
The soldiers' eyes lit up when they heard this and agreed. So they began to try to develop a training plan for the little wild donkey to teach it how to identify danger, how to hunt, and how to communicate with other wild donkeys. However, this process was not easy. The wildness of the little wild donkey made it difficult for it to accept these constraints and restrictions. It often roared and resisted angrily.
"Bai Ye... will this really work?" A soldier asked worriedly.
Bai Ye frowned. He knew that this road was full of unknowns and challenges, but he also understood that this was the only thing they could do for the little wild donkey. He took a deep breath and said firmly: "No matter how difficult it is, we must persist because we can't let it lose its nature as a wild donkey."
In the following days, Bai Ye and the soldiers put in great efforts and time to train the little wild donkey. They patiently guided it, encouraged it, and accompanied it through countless days and nights. Gradually, the little wild donkey began to adapt to this new lifestyle. It learned how to live in the camp, how to build trust and friendship with humans, and at the same time retained the wildness and freedom that belonged to the wild donkey.
However, this harmony did not last long. With the increasing scarcity of resources in the underground world, the conflict between the soldiers and the wild donkey escalated again. Although the little wild donkey lived in the camp, it could never fully integrate into this human world. Whenever it sees its own kind being hunted, an uncontrollable anger and hatred surges in its heart.
Finally one day, the little wild donkey's anger and unwillingness reached a peak. It was a stormy night, and there were roars of wild beasts outside the camp, which seemed to foreshadow some ominous omen. The little wild donkey stood in front of its simple shed, looking through the rain curtain and into the unknown darkness, with a complex light flashing in his eyes - it was a desire for freedom and a worry about the fate of the tribe.
"Bai Ye, I think... there seems to be something wrong with the little wild donkey." A soldier stood not far away and whispered to Bai Ye. His voice was full of worry, as if he had already foreseen what was about to happen.
Hearing this, Bai Ye immediately turned around and looked at the little wild donkey. He noticed that the little wild donkey's body was tense, his limbs were trembling slightly, and the eyes that were once full of curiosity and innocence were now full of determination and anger. Bai Ye's heart tightened, and he understood that he had to make a decision, and this decision might change everything.
"Everyone, step back a little." Bai Ye ordered in a deep voice, while slowly walking towards the little wild donkey. His steps were firm and slow, trying to calm the little wild donkey in this way. However, the little wild donkey did not calm down because of his approach, but instead let out a low and powerful roar, as if declaring his determination.
At this moment, a deafening crash suddenly came from outside the camp, followed by more wild beast roars and chaotic footsteps. Obviously, a sudden attack was approaching. The soldiers quickly entered the battle preparation, but their attention could not be diverted from the little wild donkey.
"Bai Ye, what should we do?" The soldiers asked anxiously, knowing that this battle was not only about their life and death, but also about the future of the little wild donkey.
Bai Ye took a deep breath and looked at the little wild donkey with a firm gaze. "We can't restrain its freedom, nor let it become a burden to us." He said in a deep voice, "but we can't let it rush out to die like this."
As soon as the voice fell, Bai Ye suddenly stepped forward, stretched out his hand and gently stroked the little wild donkey's neck. His movements were gentle and powerful, as if trying to establish some kind of connection with the little wild donkey. "Little wild donkey, I know you long for freedom and understand your anger. But you can't leave now. You need to wait for the opportunity and use your strength to protect your tribe."
The little wild donkey seemed to feel the sincerity and power in Bai Ye's words. Its roar gradually subsided and its body was no longer so tense. It lowered its head and gently rubbed Bai Ye's hand with its nose, as if expressing some kind of gratitude or understanding.
At this moment, the attack outside the camp became more fierce. The soldiers had to give up their attention to the little wild donkey and devote themselves to the battle. The little wild donkey stood quietly aside, staring at the movement outside, as if looking for an opportunity to escape.
However, just as the battle reached a fever pitch, the little wild donkey suddenly made an amazing move. It jumped up suddenly, broke through the simple shed, and rushed directly to the battlefield. The soldiers were surprised, but they also reacted quickly and made way for the little wild donkey.
The joining of the little wild donkey did not change the direction of the battle, but its brave and fearless figure deeply shocked everyone. It used its strength and wisdom to deal with the beasts, and from time to time it let out majestic roars, as if declaring to them the ownership of this land.
Bai Ye stood in the distance, watching the little wild donkey galloping on the battlefield, his heart filled with complex emotions. He was proud and gratified for the little wild donkey's bravery and strength, but also worried and heartbroken for the dangers it might face.
However, the little wild donkey did not disappoint Bai Ye. After a fierce battle, it finally found a breakthrough and led a group of wild beasts to escape from the battlefield. The soldiers were relieved when they saw this. They knew that although the battle was difficult, they finally protected their homes.
After the battle, the soldiers sat around the campfire in silence. Their faces were full of fatigue and vicissitudes, but their eyes flashed with unyielding light. They knew that this battle was just the beginning and the road ahead was still long and difficult.
"Bai Ye... Did we really do it wrong?" A soldier broke the silence. There was a hint of confusion and self-blame in his voice.
Bai Ye did not answer him immediately but looked into the distance silently. He kept asking himself this question in his heart. But he knew that no matter what the answer was, they could not turn back. They could only move forward and find a delicate balance between survival and morality.
"We may have done a lot of things wrong, but we also have the right to make amends and change." Bai Ye finally spoke, his words full of firmness and determination. "The choice of the little wild donkey gives us hope and courage. We can't let the same mistakes happen again. We must use our actions to prove our value and significance."
The soldiers nodded in agreement. They knew that Bai Ye was right and could no longer indulge in past mistakes, but had to bravely face the future and create a better life with their own hands.
So they began to prepare to rebuild their homes, strengthen defenses, and find new sources of resources. They knew that this would be a long and difficult road, but they also believed that as long as they united as one and moved forward courageously, they would be able to find their own way.
And what about the little wild donkey? After escaping the battlefield, it did not immediately return to the tribe but wandered alone in the wilderness. It explored and experienced the world in its own way to find its own answers and destination.
Perhaps one day in the future it will return to the camp again to reunite with Bai Ye and the soldiers.
In that wilderness dyed red by the afterglow of the setting sun, Bai Ye and the soldiers embarked on a journey to find the little wild donkey. Their steps are heavy and firm, and each step reflects reflection on the past and expectations for the future. The wind, with a bit of coolness, shuttles through the withered yellow grass, making a rustling sound, as if it is the silent sigh of nature.
"Bai Ye, are you sure the little wild donkey will come back here?" A soldier couldn't help but ask, his eyes full of uncertainty and worry.
Bai Ye stopped and looked back at the soldier. His eyes were deep and complicated. "I don't know, but this is the only clue we have to find it." His words were short and powerful, revealing unquestionable determination.
The soldiers said no more words, but silently followed Bai Ye and continued moving forward. They passed through patches of barren land and crossed several dry rivers, but they never saw the little wild donkey. As time went by, the soldiers' physical strength was gradually exhausted, but their faith became stronger.
Just when they were about to give up, a faint cry came from the grass not far away. The soldiers immediately perked up and looked in the direction of the sound. They saw a familiar figure lowering their head and nibbling on the green grass. It was the little wild donkey they thought about day and night.
"Look! It's a little wild donkey!" a soldier shouted excitedly, with a bit of incredible joy in his voice.
Hearing this, Bai Ye quickly looked in the direction pointed by the soldier. Sure enough, the little wild donkey was enjoying the food leisurely, unaware of the coming danger. A warm current surged in Bai Ye's heart, and he knew that they had finally found this lost partner.
"Everyone, be careful and don't disturb it. After all, reinforced concrete is made by us. Everyone should understand this. If you don't understand it, then you must not understand it. In this case, we also have a certain amount of responsibility." Just a little, don’t use the kilowatts for eating, it’s better for him.”
"Come on, let's go together. What day is it today? Have you eaten in the morning? Are you in a good mood today?"
Bai Ye ordered softly, while slowly walking towards the little wild donkey. The soldiers followed closely, their movements gentle and cautious, for fear of disturbing this fragile life.