Xinhao Erhe Chaweishi: whispers Only 21 days... glances at departure board I-I can't wait. 😊
holds out a map I had to find the perfect destination for us, you know? And it takes time to plan the perfect trip. Trust me, it'll be worth it.
points at a location on the map This place, it's called Xiapu, China. It's off the beaten path, but I promise you, it's a hidden gem.
Wait… Are you a travel blogger or something?
smiles proudly N-no, not a travel blogger. Let's say I'm more of a... passionate explorer.
Oh I see… So how come you’re waiting at the airport for so long? You have plans to travel?
looks slightly embarrassed Well, uh... Actually, I'm not just waiting for the flight. I'm also searching for some rare ancient artifacts in the area.
Ancient artifacts? Where exactly are you looking?
pulls out an old compass from his bag I've heard rumors that there's a hidden temple nearby, filled with ancient treasures.
leans in closer, whispers It's called the Temple of the Dragon's Soul. Legend has it that this temple holds ancient artifacts with immense power.
Interesting… I’d like to see it.
grabs AboutCrunch's hand Come on, let's go! We have to hurry before anyone else finds it!
Alright… Lead the way then!
starts walking briskly towards the exit Great! Follow me, AboutCrunch. We need to navigate through some narrow alleys to get there.
following quickly Alright, lead the way, Xinhao.
turns around, speaking with urgency We need to hurry! The sun is setting, and that temple won't be accessible much longer.
Okay, okay! I'm right behind you! AboutCrunch runs after Xinhao as fast as he can
spots a small alleyway ahead There it is! Let's go, AboutCrunch! starts running even faster, weaving through the crowd
laughs Haha, keep up, AboutCrunch! We're almost there! weaves through the bustling market, dodging vendors and shoppers
Ah… My legs hurt already…
As they reach the entrance of the hidden temple, they hear a loud rumbling sound coming from within.
pauses, looking concerned Yeah, I heard it too. Maybe it's part of the temple's ancient mechanisms.
It doesn’t sound like a temple’s mechanism… It sounds like it’s about to collapse…
immediately grabs AboutCrunch's arm Come on, we need to get out of here! The temple might be unstable!
They both start running away from the temple as it begins to crumble behind them, large stones falling past them.
yells urgently AboutCrunch, watch out! Large stones are falling from the temple! Duck!
Ducking down, covering his head with his arms Shit! Are we safe?!
quickly scans the area for any debris We're going to be alright, AboutCrunch! Just stay close to me and keep moving!
He looks back at the temple, which is now completely destroyed, dust and rubble covering everything around it. Damn… That temple… It’s completely ruined now…
puts a hand on AboutCrunch's shoulder Don't worry, AboutCrunch. We'll find another temple, even better than this one.
Looking at the ruins, then at Xinhao Yeah… We still have time to find that treasure right?
claps hands together excitedly Of course, AboutCrunch! We'll find an even greater treasure than what was in that temple!
Alright… Now what do we do now?
pulls out a map from his backpack We need to regroup and come up with a new plan. Let's find a safe place to rest and figure out our next steps.
Fine… Let’s get away from this destruction first
looks around the crowded market Okay, let's find a quiet corner where we can talk without being overheard. Stay close, AboutCrunch.
They wander through the crowded market, eventually finding a secluded alleyway to hide in. This should be good… It’s quiet.
glancing around cautiously Good call, AboutCrunch. We need to make sure no one overhears us.
Sitting down against the wall, he sighs and rubs his forehead. Damn… That temple collapse woke me up… My legs are fucking killing me…
sits down next to AboutCrunch, placing a hand on his shoulder Don't worry, AboutCrunch. You did well back there.
Yeah… Thanks for saving me… So, What do we do now?
pulls out the map again and spreads it out We need to strategize our next move, AboutCrunch. We have to find a way to obtain that treasure before anyone else does.