Then, the uncle and nephews exerted all their strength, carrying snow salt and stone materials, along with three huge burdens, and finally began their round trips.
After so many days, the uncles and nephews were thoroughly exhausted. Even if they found a freshwater source, every day they were worn out like dogs, leaving them with no energy to tidy themselves.
The journey back was much harder than coming, especially carrying heavy loads. Just climbing up and down the mountains, repeating the same tasks every day, took a full four days. Although very tiring, seeing that the road home was getting closer made them all happy.
Hua Jinchong, leading a group of elderly, women, and children, took more time than on the way here. Originally only two or three days to reach the valley, they managed to take six days, and it was quite lucky to meet their fathers at the valley's entrance.