Qin Yao first took her four siblings to the village well, which was bustling with activity.
In the late afternoon, the county government's officer came by, confirming the good news she had mentioned yesterday, that all the bandits had been eradicated.
The officer came and left in a hurry, but the villagers discussed the matter for a long time.
By dinnertime, each household had gathered together to talk about it.
Because the officer had specifically visited Qin Yao's house and greeted her, the villagers felt honored.
Their village had produced a hero who defeated bandits, and even government officers would come to greet her.
Someone started the idea of whether they should present Qin Yao with a plaque.
Luckily, Qin Yao heard about this in advance when she sent the children to the village well and stopped it promptly, or else she would have been embarrassed.
Seeking fame should have its limits; a little praise and a polite nod should suffice.
A plaque?
