In the mountain forest shrouded by the night.
The mountain wind, carrying a chill, swept through, rustling the layers of treetops in the forest.
Among the swaying treetops, a 'swoosh' sound echoed.
Beneath the treetops, on a rugged mountain path.
Silhouettes on horseback were trudging arduously along it.
The mountain wind blew against their torches, producing a strange 'huff huff' sound from the flames.
The flickering flames seemed eager to plunge into the mountain forest and burn it all down.
Under the glow of the flames, a series of haggard faces emerged.
Sunken eyes, cracked lips, and a pair of listless eyes filled with fatigue and exhaustion.
A gaunt man could no longer endure the fatigue and drowsiness, and his eyes slowly closed.
The body on horseback instantly lost its support and plummeted to the ground, hitting it hard.
Although he hit the ground face first, he didn't let out a cry of pain, nor did he attempt to move his body.
