The rain washed the earth, sweeping away the accumulated snow, exposing the not yet fully incinerated rat carcasses amidst the fields.
The villagers fell silent at the sight of the charred bones.
The horrid stench concealed under the thick layer of snow surfaced as the rain washed it away, enveloping the entire village.
Amidst a heavy downpour and a darkening sky, the resounding sound of falling rain seemed to suffocate people.
"General, it's dangerous up the mountain, perhaps we shouldn't proceed!"
The old hunter, accustomed to roaming the woods year around cautioned. The mountain covered in snow and muck, coupled with the ceaseless rain, held ominous signs for those who dared to tread.
Furthermore, rats fear water and this rain could potentially harm them. They could wait a little longer as the risks of venturing up the mountains at the moment were too high.
"Big Brother Shen, let's wait a bit longer."
Aze added from the side.