Dusk was falling, and the wind whined as it wove through the forest. The chill that teemed with vibrant vitality during the day now grew deeper and more secluded, as though soaked in the twilight until it lost its borders. The once clearly discernible contours of branches and leaves gradually dissolved into the ink-thick shadows, making the forest appear increasingly gloomy and mysterious.
"Let's take a break and eat something."
Qin Tian took the initiative to propose.
Hearing this, the three people beside him felt a surge of joy; they had long wanted to stop and rest for a bit.
To be honest, walking through this forest had felt quite interesting at first, with novelty everywhere, but as time passed, people gradually began to feel isolation and oppression, easily slipping into a state of exhaustion.
"Come, come, come. Let me share my favorite snacks with you."
Little Fatty grabbed a handful of long, strip-shaped snacks from his backpack and handed them out to each person one by one.
"Thanks."
Qin Tian took the snack and said offhandedly.
Huang Xiaojia unwrapped her snack bag, eating in small bites while stealing glances at Qin Tian.
Through their interactions along this journey, they discovered that Qin Tian was not as cold and aloof as he seemed. Although he did not speak much, he would answer whatever anyone asked.
Not only that, but when they encountered complex and dangerous environments, Qin Tian would always silently walk at the very front, blazing a safe trail for the three of them.
The three of them were no fools; they could all see the warmth beneath Qin Tian's cold exterior, and getting along with him was no longer as cautious as it had been at the beginning.
Crunch, crunch.
Little Fatty gnawed on the crispy snack as