Since they were by the water, Wen Ran and Shen Wu got a good scolding from the elderly woman. Although they were strangers, in front of this robust old lady, Wen Ran and Shen Wu behaved as disciplined as grandchildren.
The old lady was tired from scolding. Seeing the young pair's good attitude, she wasn't as angry anymore, but she added one last sentence: "You can see how deep the water in the river is. If you fall in, it's no joke."
Wen Ran quickly responded, "We understand."
Shen Wu followed with, "Understood."
Only then did the old lady's expression soften.
Wen Ran politely asked, "Granny, could you tell us which direction the village chief's house is?"
The old lady paused, "You're looking for the village chief?"
"Yes, we want to ask him something."
The old lady glanced at Wen Ran and Shen Wu, "You know those two honored guests who came earlier, don't you?"
Wen Ran replied, "Yes, indeed."
