Xu Ruoping had never walked such a long mountain path in her life. Her calves were aching and numb, and her small toes were probably chafed with blisters that had popped, hurting so much she grimaced in agony. Still, considering the astronomical pay, she endured the entire journey without a single complaint.
After walking for about the time it takes to eat a meal, the tall trees suddenly vanished without a trace, and her field of vision abruptly opened up. On the ground, clusters of small shrubs, lichens, and moss intertwined playfully, resembling a massive carpet.
The mountaineering boots of the group made a soft, rustling sound as they stepped across it, mingling with the occasional strange cry of an animal in the distance, creating a somewhat solemn and eerie atmosphere.
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