Chapter 534 Desert Caravan
In the desert,
In this seemingly endless desert, the sky is as gorgeous and blazing as molten gold, the sun hangs high, pouring down the scorching heat mercilessly The sunlight scorched the rolling sand dunes, as if even the air was burning, creating waves of twisted heat.
This is the most harsh and primitive display of nature. Every grain of sand and dust carries the temperature of the scorching sun, making it so hot that people dare not touch it easily.
In this vast land scorched by the scorching sun, a caravan stretching hundreds of meters long is slowly passing through on the sand dunes, adding a different color to the desert.
"Ding bell~"
The sound of camel bells rang out, and the crisp sound echoed over the desert.
The camels, known as the "Ship of the Desert", carry all the hopes and trust of the caravan, and their steady steps leave deep imprints on the soft sand. Both sides of the camel were covered with all kinds of luggage and cargo, and they swayed gently as they moved, making a dull and rhythmic sound.
Accompanied by the sound of camel bells, this is the song of travelers, and it is also the expectation and yearning for the other side of the desert.
The caravan guys followed closely on both sides of the camel caravan, their faces carved with firm lines by the wind and sand.
If they want to survive in this extremely harsh environment, it is impossible for merchants to travel alone. Only by forming a huge caravan to help each other can the danger be minimized.
In this extreme environment, every step seemed extremely difficult. Their steps were deeper and shallower, sometimes sinking into the soft sand and struggling to pull out, but even so, no one stopped. The pace of progress.
The sweat slid down their foreheads and was quickly evaporated by the dry air, leaving only salt-white traces, witnessing their tenacity and perseverance.
Occasionally, low voices of conversation and the sound of kettles clinking came from the caravan. They were sharing water sources, encouraging each other, and facing this endless challenge together.
Everyone in the caravan is wearing white robes. These robes are light and loose, covering their bodies tightly from the top of their heads to their ankles, like a layer of flowing clouds, effectively blocking the direct sunlight, reducing heat absorption, and allowing them to survive in this hot environment. Feeling cool.
The shoes under their feet are thicker than usual, and the soles are specially designed to increase the contact area with the sand, thereby dispersing the pressure of the body weight on the sand, making walking easier and reducing sinking into the sand. possible.
This kind of decoration is the crystallization of the wisdom and experience of the merchants. They know that in this seemingly peaceful desert but hidden dangers, every detail is a matter of life and death. Therefore, everything from their clothes to their equipment reflects their awe for this desert and their survival wisdom.
The entire caravan marched silently to the west in the desert for a long time, and the sun above their heads was gradually setting.
As the sun gradually sets in the west, a gentle orange glow appears on the horizon, covering this barren desert with a soft veil. The caravan continued to move forward, their silhouettes elongating under the setting sun, leaving behind a string of firm footprints.
After a while, when the sunset had already set on the horizon, the entire caravan slowly stopped under the command of the leader.
The tall sand dunes were like silent guardians resisting the cold wind at night. The guys in the caravan moved quickly and orderly. The tents were set up one by one under the shadow of the sand dunes. The tents were laid with thick mats to make it easier for people to rush around. The tired body of the day can rest comfortably.
At the same time, a bonfire was blazing in the center of the temporary camp. A large pot was placed steadily on the bonfire, with hot soup boiling in it, and the aroma was overflowing.
People sit around the bonfire, laughing and chatting about interesting things during the journey and discussing tomorrow's itinerary. The sounds of laughter and conversation intertwine, creating a rare warm atmosphere.
"Duane, go and deliver a dinner to Li Si."
The caravan steward Bryce said to Duane beside him while inspecting the layout of the camp.
The endless desert night is much more dangerous than the daytime.
Most predators hide and rest during the day to avoid the hot sunlight, and only come out at night.
This is why the caravan still chooses to move forward in the desert during the day despite the harsh sunshine even though it is cooler at night.
"Uncle Bryce, why do you care so much about that person?"
The Duan who spoke is a boy of fifteen or sixteen years old, who has just grown in stature, like the first buds in spring. The little tree exudes the unique vitality and vigor of youth. His skin originally had a bit of the whiteness and tenderness unique to children, but under the strong sunlight of the desert for days, it has been stained with a deep blush.
"He's just an injured warrior. He's only a few years older than me. He's at least a Silver-level warrior, right?"
Duane asked Bryce with some confusion.
This time he followed his uncle Bryce's caravan. Duan, who was going out for the first time to experience, was very curious about everything.
“Just a silver-level warrior?”
Bryce turned his head and glanced at Duan, and said with a smile:
"Have you been promoted to Silver now?"
"I'm just still young!"
"When I'm about the same age as him, I will definitely be a Silver-level assassin!"
< br>Du An's face turned red and he said harshly.
“And Uncle Bryce, you are not a gold-level warrior!”
"Okay, let's go quickly!"
Bryce shook his head slightly, but didn't say much.
In his opinion, although Duan is very talented, his parents have taken good care of him and he still lacks experience.
But this is also something that takes time to accumulate. It will be much better to travel with the caravan for a while.
Bryce doesn’t want to explain anything to Duane. He actually needs to discover and find answers to many things by himself.
A man appeared alone in the desert, seriously injured but nothing happened. How could such a person be a simple person?
Bryce not only agreed to Lis joining the caravan, but also specially arranged a camel for him to ride to recover his strength and injuries as soon as possible.
In the special terrain of the desert, there is no way to use transportation such as carriages. Camels are the most important property for caravans.
Every camel is very valuable. Most camels carry goods and supplies. It is quite rare to set aside a camel specifically for Li Si.
Many people in the caravan were well aware of Bryce’s arrangements and didn’t say much.
Only a young man like Du An not only didn't understand the significance of this, but also took the initiative to ask Bryce, who was the caravan manager.
After a while, Du An walked to Li Si carrying a bowl of hot soup.
Portable potatoes and carrots cooked with some special spices, paired with dry bread, can be considered a pretty good dinner when traveling.
Li Si was sitting in a corner of the temporary camp at the moment, leaning against the camel that had fallen on the ground and chewing fodder in its mouth. He raised his head and seemed to be studying the stars in the night sky.
"Mr. Li Si, I brought your dinner."
Du An gently placed the food in his hand in front of Li Si and said to Li Si.
Although Duan seemed to be a little dissatisfied with Lis in front of Bryce just now, he was not able to express his inner emotions intuitively in front of Lis.
He still has this little city.
Li Si looked down at Du An, nodded slightly and said:
"Sorry to trouble you."
This kind of food couldn't be compared with Li Si's previous dinner, but Li Si didn't care, and was even quite interested. This kind of desert-style food had a special interest for him.
After waiting for a moment, Li Si noticed that Du An did not leave, but squatted quietly in front of him, and said with a smile:
"Do you have anything else to do?"< br>
"Yes, Mr. Li Si."
Duan simply sat cross-legged in front of Li Si, put his head on his hands and looked at Li Si and asked:
"Mr. Li Si, are you a strong professional?"
"Why do you say that?"
Li Si felt a little curious, so he stood up to move his body and asked Du An .
It’s been the third day since we arrived in this desert. The next day, Li Si met this caravan traveling long distances in the desert and figured out where he was now.
He is now located in the center of the Western Desert, the most desolate place.
The temple of [Azus, the God of Fantasy and Knowledge] is located around Carlisle City in the southern part of the desert.
This caravan was heading south through the desert, and Li Si joined the caravan halfway.
After stretching the muscles in various parts of his body, three days later, Li Si's physical injuries have almost recovered.
This is still affected by the power of space.
Otherwise, as long as his arms and legs are not missing, Li Si can fully recover from any serious physical injury in a day.
But at the same time, Li Si had no choice but to use magic.
After trying many methods but none of them worked, Li Si could only wait slowly for this month to pass.
The good news is that Li Si can barely use some magic power now. Although he still cannot build a spell model, there is still no problem in accessing the items in the storage ring.
In order to worry about this situation, Li Si stored a lot of supplies in the storage ring.
If it weren't for the delay of this month, to find the temple in perfect condition, Li Si could go to the destination alone after confirming his position.
“Because it’s weird for you to appear there alone!”
“We have been traveling for so long, and we have never seen anyone traveling alone except in the oasis.”
< br>Duke said to Li Si:
“And, are you being chased by others, which makes you so embarrassed?”
"It can be considered that."
Li Si nodded and said with a smile:
"I finally escaped from the legend."
If it hadn't been for Andrew in the end It was impossible for him to appear here the moment he came.
“Liar!”
Duan's eyes widened and he said dissatisfied.
In his opinion, Li Si treated him as a child to deceive him.
Could it be that he is still the crown prince of Legend and escaped from Legend? How dare he say such a thing!
On the endless desert, the status of the Legendary Crown is higher than other places in Fanor continent.
The city-state with the legendary strong man is the safest place in this land!
"Look, you don't believe me when I tell you."
Li Si shook his head, picked up the food in front of him and tasted it slowly.
The dry and hard bread slices are soaked in the soup, and the taste is quite good after being softened by the soup.
"Mr. Li Si, can you teach me?"
"I want to become stronger!"
Duke looked at the slow-moving Li Si in front of him. He didn't know why he always felt that although the young man in front of him was not old, he always gave him a strong feeling.
He had experienced this feeling from the city lords in his hometown, that kind of calmness where nothing was a problem in front of them.
“You don’t believe me, why do you still want me to teach you?”
“The caravan manager Bryce should have a good relationship with you, he is gold level Soldier, why don't you ask him?"
Looking at Duke who was still young in front of him, Li Si became a little interested.
"Uncle Bryce values you very much. I think you must be a capable person!"
Duke thought for a while and told Li Si the truth.
“Haha, that’s right!”
Li Si smiled slightly and did not respond.
Li Si did not have a plot character named this name in his previous life memory, but he didn’t care too much.
To be honest, when he was just reborn in the world of Gaia, Li Si was very excited when he met those important NPCs.
Especially when meeting the young versions of those future powerhouses, Li Si felt like he wanted to recruit them.
But as Li Si's strength improved, this feeling became weaker and weaker.
After all, he thinks that his current strength is stronger than those strong men who grew up.
Even if it is Taiya and Risa, Li Si is now confident of defeating them.
The breakthrough legend Li Si has great confidence, and now he has set his goal in a more distant place.
As for other things, Li Si was more free-spirited.
"Then do you agree?"
Duke waited for a long time and saw that Li Si did not respond at all, so he couldn't help but continue to ask.
“Of course you can, but it depends on your performance whether it is worth my effort.”
Li Si leaned back on the camel's soft body and said with a smile.
"I'll be fine for sure!"
Duke said confidently:
"How do you want to test me?"
The corners of Li Si's mouth raised slightly. Qiao pointed at the desert below.
"You go to Bryce and tell him to pay attention to the sandworms sneaking below."
"If you perform well, I will teach you a suitable skill."
"What? Sandworm!”
Hearing this, Duke immediately stood up.
“Are you kidding?”
"I'm not that free. Let's go quickly. We don't have much time."
After receiving a positive reply, Duke did not dare to delay and hurriedly ran in the direction of Bryce.
While trekking in the desert, there are several creatures that pose the greatest danger to caravans.
Among them, sandworms are the most troublesome.
It’s not that they are the strongest, but that sandworms usually sneak under the dunes, making it difficult to detect their traces. Their extremely high concealment ability allows them to suddenly attack and kill creatures above the dunes. .
Especially for caravans, these sandworms pose the greatest threat to caravan men and camels.
(End of this chapter)