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Li Shi's meaning, in short, was that there was nothing to fear. What was there to be afraid of with her here?

In truth, Li Shi was so confident because many ships traveled this river year-round, yet only a very small number ever met with accidents. Besides, no one even knew whether those stories were real or not. She herself had never seen any monsters.

Nothing would probably happen anyway. Once they boarded the ship, they would reach Longjiang City tomorrow. Why overthink it?

Still, her bold words reassured everyone, and they respected her even more.

The ship sailed through the surging river, and before long, night fell.

Li Shi rummaged through her trunk and took out its contents. The others saw puppets and several books inside.

Curious, they asked why she had brought those things. Li Shi proudly announced that she was a puppeteer.

Only then did the people aboard realize that this female hero was also a performer.

"I like puppet shows. The reason I wrote so many stories was to pair them with my puppet performances. I originally planned to perform them at this year's festival in Longjiang City, but now I can put on a short show for everyone."

Hearing this, everyone immediately grew excited. Li Shi was delighted as well and began performing a puppet show before them. There were many strings behind the puppets, which she could manipulate.

A male and female puppet acted out a love story, earning everyone's praise and approval.

Li Shi even began singing a few ballads, making the ship feel less oppressive and dreary. A touch of amusement had been added.

At that moment, the ship drifted slowly across the great river. The river was quiet, and little waves rippled outward as the ship moved.

But just then, a