After I died, they cried in the live studio

Chapter 54 Sandstorm

The two rented a sturdy off-road vehicle and excitedly drove deep into the desert. The car shuttled between the undulating sand dunes, the wheels raised gusts of dust, and left a series of winding tracks behind, like drawing unique patterns on golden satin. Inside the car, the two laughed and screamed as the car body bumped, their eyes full of novelty and excitement. Sang Shuwan tightly gripped the steering wheel, feeling the powerful power of the car and the challenges brought by the desert road conditions. Her cheeks flushed slightly with excitement, and she said loudly: "This feels great! It's as if this desert is our playground." Her voice was full of vitality and passion, as if she wanted to release all the happiness in her heart.

Alice sat in the passenger seat, her eyes fixed on the ever-changing scenery outside the window. She responded while taking pictures: "Yes! I have never had such an experience before. The sand dunes are like waves, one after another. We are like surfing in the sea of sand!" There was a gleam in her eyes, and the camera in her hand kept recording these beautiful moments, as if she wanted to put every corner of the desert into the camera.

The car climbed up a high sand dune and stopped briefly at the top of the hill. They looked down at the endless sand valley below, and the sunlight stretched their shadows long, casting them on the golden sand. At this moment, there was silence all around, with only the rustling sound of the breeze blowing through the sand dunes. Time seemed to stand still at this moment, and the whole world seemed to be left with only the two of them and this endless desert. They were immersed in the shock and emotion brought by this vast world, enjoying the freedom and happiness away from the hustle and bustle.

Alice and Sang Shuwan were enjoying the fun of driving in the desert when they suddenly heard a roar coming from far away. Before they could react, a cool-looking off-road vehicle passed by them at lightning speed, and the dust it brought up instantly blurred their vision. When the dust slightly dissipated, they saw the car speeding through the desert like an arrow from a string, and its speed was more than 10 times faster than their car.

The car jumped forward on the undulating sand dunes, and the dust raised by the wheels flew high, as if it was covered with a flying cloak, leaving a long "sand fog belt" wherever it passed. Every time it crossed the sand dunes, it seemed so easy and comfortable, as if the desert was a flat road to it, showing its domineering and heroic spirit.

Alice widened her eyes and said in surprise: "Wow, this speed is too exaggerated, it's like flying!" Her voice was full of amazement and envy, as if she was impressed by the speed of the car.

Sang Shuwan was also amazed and quickly accelerated to catch up to see what was going on. However, even if she stepped on the accelerator to the bottom, the speed of her car was still far behind that of the other car. They could only watch the car getting farther and farther away, gradually turning into a small black dot and disappearing in the vast sea of sand. They were left with curiosity and unwillingness, and they kept wondering in their hearts who that car was and what kind of superb driving skills he had.

But after a while, the car roared back, and the dust it brought spread again. When the dust cleared, they could see clearly that the owner of the car was actually a girl. The girl was wearing a denim outfit. The slim-fitting denim top highlighted her capable figure, and the hem of her clothes swayed gently in the wind. The lines of her jeans were smooth, and she was wearing a pair of black high boots with delicate metal decorations on the boots, which sparkled with a different luster in the sun.

She wore a wide-brimmed cowboy hat, revealing a heroic face under the brim, with a high nose bridge and slightly upturned rosy lips, revealing a confident and uninhibited spirit. Her sunglasses covered her eyes, but added a mysterious atmosphere, and her long black hair was casually tied into a ponytail, flying freely in the wind.

The girl controlled the steering wheel steadily. The car was like an obedient beast under her control, nimbly shuttling between the sand dunes at an astonishing speed. She seemed to notice the gazes of Alice and Sang Shuwan, and turned her head slightly to look over. A faint smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, which was full of freedom and casualness, as if she was the queen of the desert, and the whole world was at her disposal. Then she stepped on the accelerator again, and the car rushed out like lightning again, leaving only a chic and cool back view for the two people, which made them admire and envy them.

The girl skillfully parked her car next to Alice and Sang Shuwan's car, opened the door and got out, her figure light and unrestrained. She strode towards the two people with a warm and generous smile on her face, and took the initiative to extend her hand and greeted them: "Hi, hello! My name is Nancy, I'm here to travel, and I didn't expect to meet you in the desert." Her voice was clear and loud, as if it could penetrate the silence of the desert, conveying her enthusiasm and friendliness.

Alice responded with a smile, shook hands with Nancy, and joked, "What a coincidence. This desert is so big, it's fate that we meet." Her smile was sincere, and her eyes revealed a hint of curiosity and friendliness. She wanted to get to know this mysterious girl who suddenly appeared.

Nancy's eyes fell on Sang Shuwan. She tilted her head slightly, looked at him carefully, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. She asked, "Are you a female star? I seem to have seen you somewhere before. You look very familiar." Her eyes were full of curiosity and confusion, as if she was trying hard to recall where she had seen Sang Shuwan.

Sang Shuwan smiled a little embarrassedly, her cheeks slightly flushed, with a hint of embarrassment and surprise in her smile. She nodded gently and said, "Haha, you recognized me. I am indeed in the entertainment industry. Maybe you have seen me on TV or the Internet. This circle is not big, but it is not small either. I didn't expect that in this desert far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, I can still be recognized as a star. It's a wonderful fate." Her voice was soft, with a special ethereal feeling against the background of the empty desert.

Nancy smiled even more brightly, her eyes narrowed into slits, and she said excitedly: "Oh, I was right! I didn't expect to meet a female star here. It seems that this trip was destined to be extraordinary and more interesting from the beginning. You are here to relax and vacation too, right?" Her eyes were shining with excitement, as if she had discovered a treasure. Meeting a star added a unique color to this trip.

Alice talked at the side, her eyes revealing a hint of fatigue, but her voice was full of anticipation for the trip: "Yes, I work hard in the entertainment industry on weekdays, and the work intensity is too high. I am exhausted both physically and mentally. I just want to come here to feel the local customs, away from the flash lights and red tape, and relax myself." She raised her head slightly and looked at the rolling sand dunes in the distance, as if she saw a harbor of inner peace in this vast desert.

Nancy nodded repeatedly and said cheerfully: "This place is really suitable for relaxation. The charm of the desert is so great. Every time I set foot on this land, I will have different experiences and feelings. Why don't we travel together? It will be more lively with more people, and we can take care of each other." Her eyes were full of anticipation and enthusiasm. She sincerely hoped to share the joy of this desert trip with Alice and Sang Shuwan, making this journey more colorful.

On the way to the tent, the dust was flying around the car, like a group of naughty elves playing. Nancy skillfully controlled the steering wheel, her eyes focused and confident, as if the bumpy road and the dust didn't exist. She held the steering wheel firmly with both hands, turning it from time to time, skillfully avoiding the potholes on the sand dunes. Under her control, the car drove steadily towards the direction of the tent. After arriving, the three of them entered the tent one after another. Nancy sat casually on a thick mat, patted the empty seat beside her, and motioned Alice and Sang Shuwan to sit down. The action was natural and friendly, as if they had known each other for many years.

With her hands behind her head and leaning against the tent's frame, she began to tell her story: "Actually, I'm the president of a media company. You may find it surprising, after all, I don't look like the stereotypical boss who sits in the office all day. But I have always been very low-key and seldom appear in public. I'm more focused on doing what I like, so not many people pay attention to me." She raised her chin slightly, with a hint of pride in her eyes. "My family conditions are not bad. I'm considered a rich second-generation, but I don't want to rely on my family. I have had a strong interest in the media industry since I was a child. I have also been learning and accumulating experience. I want to make a career with my own abilities and walk my own unique path." Her voice was firm and powerful, and every word seemed to carry an unquestionable power, echoing in the tent, showing the two of them her independence and strength.

Alice raised her eyebrows, her eyes full of curiosity, and asked, "Then you must be very capable, running a company at such a young age. In our opinion, this is not an easy thing." There was a hint of admiration and curiosity in her eyes, and she leaned forward slightly, wanting to know how Nancy achieved such a remarkable achievement at such a young age. Her eyes were full of exploration and admiration for Nancy.

Nancy smiled and waved her hand, with a hint of humility on her face: "I can't say I'm amazing, I just rely on my passion and persistence. I keep learning new knowledge, understanding industry trends, and grabbing every opportunity to practice and grow. But although I'm capable, I don't stay in the company very often. I think life should not be just about work, it should also be about poetry and distant places. So I often travel, walk around, and go to different places to find inspiration and new opportunities. This time I came to the desert just to relax my tense nerves, and by the way, see if I can dig up some unique culture and stories, which may be used in the company's business in the future, so that the company's development can be taken to a higher level." Her eyes flashed with wisdom and agility, as if she had already outlined a blueprint for the future in her mind, thinking about the wonderful connection and infinite possibilities that might arise between the company and this vast desert.

Sang Shuwan nodded gently, her eyes full of admiration, and whispered, "I really envy your life, which is free and fulfilling, and you can combine work and interests so well. Unlike us in the entertainment industry, sometimes we have no choice and are surrounded by various work and public opinion pressures. It is difficult to have the opportunity to truly relax and pursue our own interests and hobbies." There was a trace of yearning and envy in her eyes. She sighed slightly, as if lamenting the helplessness of her own life. At the same time, she was full of yearning for Nancy's lifestyle, hoping that she could also have such a free and fulfilling life and find a balance between life and work.

Nancy sat up straight, looked at the two of them firmly, and said sincerely: "Actually, you can do it too. There are many opportunities to explore new areas in the entertainment industry. As long as you dare to try and innovate, you may discover a new world. If you have any ideas or opportunities for cooperation in the future, you can come to me. Maybe we can work on some interesting projects together and create different sparks." Her eyes were full of expectation and sincerity, and her eyes seemed to contain infinite possibilities. She hoped to establish a good cooperative relationship with Alice and Sang Shuwan and jointly create some unique and meaningful careers.

As Nancy spoke, she took out her cell phone from her pocket. The phone shone with metallic luster in her hand. She shook her phone and said to Alice and Sang Shuwan with a smile, "It's fate that we meet. Let's add each other as friends so that we can contact each other in the future. Maybe we can really create some sparks of cooperation. Moreover, even if there is no work cooperation, we can share the joys and sorrows of each other's lives." Her eyes revealed a hint of friendliness and expectation. She hoped that through the small medium of the mobile phone, she could cross the distance of time and space, maintain contact and communication with the two of them, and let this fate in the desert continue.

Alice and Sang Shuwan smiled at each other, nodded and said yes, and took out their mobile phones. Nancy opened the address book quickly and added Sang Shuwan first. She tapped the screen briskly and sent the friend request. She also joked: "Big star, don't forget me, the friend you met in the desert. If you become a big star in the future, don't pretend you don't know me." Her smile was bright, and her eyes revealed a hint of playfulness and humor, which made the originally somewhat restrained atmosphere become relaxed and happy.

Sang Shuwan responded with a smile: "How could that be? Today's fate is so wonderful, we must cherish it. It's not an easy fate to meet in the vast desert and get along so well with each other." Soon, the friend request was approved. Nancy turned to look at Alice and successfully added her as a friend. She also changed her note to "Desert travel companion Nancy" and showed it to the two of them. The cute move made Alice and Sang Shuwan laugh, and the tent was filled with laughter.

After adding friends, Nancy put her phone back into her pocket, her face full of joy, and said, "That's great. Even if we are busy with our own things in the future, we can still share interesting things at any time. I feel that this desert trip has become more meaningful. It was originally just an ordinary trip, but now because of meeting you, it has become more colorful and full of expectations." Alice and Sang Shuwan also felt the same way. The three of them sat in the tent, and the atmosphere became more harmonious, as if they had known each other for a long time, sharing each other's stories and feelings. Laughter echoed in the tent, dispelling the cold and loneliness of the desert night.

At night, the campfire was lit, and there were only three of them in the tent. It was the first time for Sang Shuwan and Alice to travel here, so they had no experience. When they were traveling during the day, they did not fully realize the importance of water, but just drank water casually. At this moment, the water cup was already empty. When they felt thirsty, they realized that there was no supply station. In this vast desert, water became the most precious resource.

As night fell, the desert became cooler. Nancy got up and lit a bonfire outside the tent. The flames leaped, and the orange-red light illuminated the surroundings, adding a bit of warmth and liveliness to the silent desert. The flames jumped and made a "crackling" sound, as if it was a unique movement played by the desert at night.

The three of them sat around the campfire, Sang Shuwan and Alice talked about the novel feelings along the way, but soon, they were very thirsty because they had not had time to drink water during the day. Sang Shuwan picked up her water cup, shook it, and found that there was no water in it. She frowned helplessly and said worriedly: "Hey, this is our first time to travel, we are really inexperienced, and we didn't prepare enough water in advance. Water is scarce in this desert, what should we do now?" There was a hint of anxiety and regret in her voice. Looking at the empty water cup, her brows were furrowed, and her heart was full of helplessness.

Alice was also feeling extremely thirsty. She licked her cracked lips and agreed, "Yeah, we were so careless. What should we do?" There was a hint of helplessness in her eyes. She looked around, as if hoping to find water in the tent. However, there was nothing but dry sand and a simple bag.

Nancy looked at the two people's anxious looks and couldn't help but feel a little amused, but she was more concerned about them. Without saying anything, she turned around and walked to her luggage, opened a backpack, and took out a bottle of water from it. She was prepared just in case. She brought the water in front of the two people and said, "Don't worry, I still have some water here. Everyone drink it first to quench your thirst." Her voice was gentle and firm, and her eyes revealed a trace of concern. That look seemed to be a spring of fresh water in the desert night, bringing hope and comfort to the two people.

When Sang Shuwan and Alice saw the water, their eyes lit up and they were filled with gratitude. Sang Shuwan said quickly, "Nancy, how can this be so embarrassing? This is your reserve water. If we use it all at once, what will you do?" Her eyes revealed a hint of hesitation and uneasiness. Although she was thirsty, she didn't want to put Nancy in trouble because of her.

Nancy smiled and patted Sang Shuwan's shoulder, saying, "Don't be so formal. When we are out together, we are all friends and we should help each other. Besides, we are a team now and we should overcome the difficulties in this trip together. Solve the thirst problem first and don't worry about anything else." Her smile was warm and kind, making people feel extremely at ease.

Alice nodded and said, "Yes, Nancy, thank you. When we get out, we will definitely repay you." Her eyes were full of gratitude, and she looked at Nancy with a hint of admiration and emotion. Nancy waved her hand and said, "It's too polite to talk about repaying or not repaying. Come on, everyone, have a drink of water." As she spoke, she shared the water between the two, and took a sip herself. The cool water flowed down her throat, relieving the body's thirst and making the atmosphere of this desert night more warm.

After the three of them had a good chat in the tent, they each got into their sleeping bags and soon fell asleep. The desert night was silent, with only the occasional breeze blowing outside gently blowing the tent, making a slight "rustling" sound, as if the desert was breathing gently, guarding the three tired travelers.

When the first ray of sunlight tried to penetrate the thick tent cloth, the world outside had changed. At first, there was a slight "rustling" sound, and gradually, the sound became louder and louder, as if thousands of troops were galloping. Alice was the first to be awakened from her sleep. She rubbed her eyes in a daze and felt a layer of fine sand on her face, which made her feel a little uncomfortable. She unzipped her sleeping bag and just sat up, she was stunned by the scene in front of her. There was only a dim yellow outside the tent, and the strong wind carried sand flying all over the sky. The sky was covered with sand and dust, and almost no light could be seen. The dim sky seemed to be a scene of the end of the world, which made people feel fearful and helpless.

Alice hurriedly woke up Sang Shuwan and Nancy, her voice with a hint of panic: "Wake up, there's a sandstorm outside!" Her voice became a little sharp because of nervousness and echoed in the tent.

The two were awakened by the shouting, and they looked outside with sleepy eyes, and were immediately shocked by the bad weather. Nancy quickly got up, put on her clothes swiftly, and said while tying her shoelaces: "The weather has changed too quickly. It seems that today's schedule has to be changed. We have to ensure our safety first. This sandstorm is not a joke. If we are not careful, we may fall into danger." Although her voice was calm, her eyes revealed a trace of solemnity, knowing the danger of this sandstorm.

Sang Shuwan also quickly packed up her things and said worriedly, "What should we do? This sandstorm looks quite serious." Her eyes were full of fear and confusion. Looking at the howling wind and dust outside, she couldn't help feeling a little panicked and didn't know how to deal with this sudden disaster.

Nancy frowned and thought for a while, then said, "Let's stay in the tent first and seal all the vents to minimize the amount of sand that comes in. When the wind passes a bit, we'll see what the situation is. If it doesn't work, we'll have to retreat. It's too dangerous to go out now, and we may get lost in the sandstorm." There was a firmness in her eyes, and she made a decision quickly, trying to find the safest way to deal with this dangerous situation.

The three of them immediately took action, hurriedly sealing all the gaps in the tent with spare cloth and tape. Every action was full of tension and anxiety. Then they sat in the tent, listening to the whistling wind and the sound of sand hitting the tent. The sound was like the roar of a demon, which made people tremble with fear. They felt a little heavy, not knowing how long this sandstorm would last, and not knowing how to deal with this sudden bad weather. Their hearts were full of worries and uneasiness, but they also comforted and encouraged each other, trying to stay calm and strong in this difficult time.

The desert in the early morning was originally calm and magnificent. The golden sand dunes shone with charming luster under the reflection of the morning sun. The scenery was like a beautiful painting, which made people intoxicated. Alice, Sang Shuwan and Nancy were preparing to pack their bags and continue their desert adventure, full of expectations and excitement for the unknown. However, the sky in the distance suddenly turned yellow. At first, it was like a faint smoke, gently floating in the sky. Gradually, the smoke became thicker and thicker, and the sky darkened, as if a huge black curtain slowly fell, shrouding the whole world in darkness.

Nancy was the first to notice something was wrong. She looked up at the sky, her expression became solemn, and her eyes revealed a hint of vigilance and uneasiness. She shouted loudly: "Oh no, a sandstorm is coming!" The voice broke the tranquility of the early morning and echoed in the desert, with a hint of tension and fear. Alice and Sang Shuwan were shocked when they heard the words. The bags they were packing in their hands stopped instantly. They hurriedly stopped what they were doing and looked at the rapidly approaching sand wall in the distance. The strong wind carried the sand and dust, rushing like a surging wave, with a huge momentum, as if it was going to swallow everything. The sand wall was like a huge, moving wall, with endless power and destructive power, making people feel small and powerless.

In a blink of an eye, a howling wind swept in, blowing the tent to the point of collapse. The dust filled the air, making it almost impossible to open your eyes. Sang Shuwan covered her mouth and nose with her hands in a panic, trying to block the invasion of the dust, but the tiny sand particles still penetrated into her nasal cavity and mouth, making her feel suffocated. Her hair was flying wildly in the wind, whipping her face painfully, and the pain made her feel the horror of this sandstorm more clearly. Alice held on to the backpack beside her tightly, trying to stand firm in the wind, but the wind was too strong, and her body was blown all over the place, and she almost fell. Her eyes were full of fear and despair. Looking at the chaotic scene around her, she couldn't help but regret this adventurous trip.

Seeing this, Nancy rushed over immediately, grabbed Alice's arm with one hand, and held Sang Shuwan's hand with the other, and shouted loudly: "Go into the tent!" Her voice was firm and powerful, and it was particularly clear in the strong wind. The three of them moved their feet with difficulty in the strong wind, moving towards the direction of the tent. Every step was extremely difficult. The strong wind was like a pair of invisible big hands, constantly pulling them, trying to drag them into the center of the vortex of the sandstorm. Their bodies swayed in the strong wind, and their steps staggered, as if they were fighting a desperate battle with a powerful enemy.

After finally getting into the tent, Nancy quickly zipped up the tent, trying to keep the sandstorm out. However, the strong wind still poured in through the gaps in the tent, and the dust filled the tent, making it almost impossible to see each other's faces. The tent was shaken violently by the strong wind, as if it would be uprooted in the next second. Sang Shuwan hugged Alice in horror, her body trembling constantly, her eyes full of tears, not knowing whether it was because of fear or the stimulation of the dust. Alice also hugged her back tightly, trying to give her some comfort, but her own eyes were also full of fear. The two bodies pressed tightly together, warming and comforting each other. In this dangerous moment, each other became each other's only support.

Nancy looked around the tent for something to reinforce it, her eyes revealing a hint of anxiety and determination. She found some spare ropes and ground nails, and immediately fixed the four corners of the tent firmly to the ground. Her hands were hurt by the ropes, but she didn't care about that. She had only one thought in her mind: to ensure everyone's safety. The strong wind was still raging outside, making the tent "buzzing", as if an angry beast was roaring, and the sound made people feel scared.

As the sandstorm continued, the temperature in the tent gradually increased and the air became more turbid. Sang Shuwan felt difficulty breathing and dizzy, and she leaned weakly on Alice. Alice was anxious and kept fanning Sang Shuwan, trying to make her feel better. Although the wind was also hot and carried the smell of sand and dust, she still did not give up. Nancy rummaged through her backpack and found the only few bottles of water and some wet towels. She handed the wet towels to Alice and Sang Shuwan, asked them to cover their mouths and noses to reduce the inhalation of sand and dust, and gave everyone water, saying: "Everyone drink some water, stay calm, don't panic, this sandstorm shouldn't last too long." Although her voice was calm, the beads of sweat on her forehead revealed her inner tension. Her eyes revealed a trace of worry and concern, and her eyes were full of encouragement and comfort when she looked at the two.

During this difficult time, the three of them clung to each other, encouraged each other, and waited for the sandstorm to pass.
The whistling dust still filled the air, but the fear in their hearts gradually dissipated in each other's company. They knew that as long as they united, they would be able to overcome this difficulty and continue their journey in the desert.

Alice looked at the sandstorm outside, and she was extremely anxious. She knew that staying where she was was not absolutely safe, so she had a bold idea: to drive away from this dangerous area. She held the steering wheel tightly, her eyes revealed determination and resoluteness, and she said loudly: "I still want to drive out, I can't just wait like this, maybe I can find a safe place." Her voice was trembling, with both fear of the unknown and desire for survival.

However, Nancy grabbed her, her eyes serious and anxious: "No! This sandstorm is too fierce, you can't run. If we go out now, the car will easily get stuck in the sand, and then we will be in greater danger." Nancy's voice became a little hoarse due to nervousness, and the howling wind almost blew away her words. Her eyes revealed unquestionable authority. At this critical moment, she must make the most correct decision and not let impulsive behavior endanger everyone's lives.

Alice wanted to argue, but Nancy raised her voice, wrapped her arms tightly around Alice's arms and shouted, "Don't be impulsive! Listen to me, let's find a place to bury ourselves deeper so that we can better avoid the wind and sand." Nancy's eyes revealed unquestionable determination. She knew that every decision at this moment was a matter of life and death.

Sang Shuwan also echoed, "Alice, Nancy is right, we can't take risks." Her voice was trembling, fear was spreading in her heart, but she knew she had to stay calm at the moment. Her eyes revealed her trust in Nancy, as well as her helplessness in the current predicament.

Alice looked at the two men's determined eyes, finally gritted her teeth and nodded. The three of them acted quickly, looking for a relatively low-lying place near the tent, and desperately dug the sand with the tools they brought, trying to bury themselves deeply to avoid the invasion of the ferocious "beast" of the sandstorm. Every digging was accompanied by a desire for survival and awe of danger.

Alice, Sang Shuwan and Nancy huddled tightly in the sand pit. The strong wind, carrying sand and dust, whistled over their heads like a raging wave, making a sound like ghosts crying and wolves howling, which made people's eardrums hurt. They wrapped their heads tightly with scarves, leaving only a pair of eyes exposed, and vigilantly observed the situation around them.

Every second seemed to be stretched infinitely, and time crawled by with difficulty in this violent dust storm. The air was filled with choking sand particles, and breathing became extremely difficult. They could only hold their breath as much as possible, and occasionally carefully took a small sip of the air mixed with sand and dust, which irritated their throats and made them feel sore. They couldn't help but want to cough, but they were afraid of exposing themselves, so they could only hold it back, their cheeks flushed, and tears welled up in their eyes.

In order to distract their attention and ease their inner fear, they held each other's hands tightly, passing on strength and courage in this way. Nancy held Alice's hand tightly and whispered, "Don't be afraid, we will definitely make it through." Although her voice was drowned by the strong wind, Alice still understood her meaning from her firm eyes and nodded vigorously. Sang Shuwan leaned against Alice, her body trembling slightly due to nervousness. She closed her eyes and silently prayed in her heart that this disaster would pass quickly.

In this extremely difficult time, they could not help but recall various scenes from their past lives: the days of struggling in the entertainment industry, with laughter, tears, the joy of success, and the pain of failure; the good times spent together on this trip, the magnificent sunrise in the desert, the bright starry sky at night, and the sincere friendship between each other. These memories are like warm sunshine, giving them a glimmer of comfort and hope in this dark and terrifying sandstorm, making them firmly believe that they can live to welcome the first ray of light after the sandstorm and continue to write their own stories.

Sang Shuwan curled up in a small, dark sand cave, surrounded by howling winds and dust. Her heartbeat accelerated rapidly, not only because of the raging sandstorm, but also because of the fear of an unknown fate. At this moment of life and death, she took out her phone with trembling hands, swiped her fingers on the screen, found Jiang Cimu's contact information, and clicked on the video call.

The phone screen lit up, and Jiang Cimu's familiar and kind face appeared in front of her. Sang Shuwan's tears instantly burst out. She suppressed her inner panic and fear, and tried to make her voice sound steady, and said to the camera: "Cimu, I... I want to tell you that I really love you. If... If something happens to me, you must be fine." Her voice was a little choked, and every word seemed to have exhausted all her strength.

Jiang Cimu saw Sang Shuwan's face full of tears and fear, and his heart suddenly tightened, and an ominous premonition came to his mind. He asked anxiously: "Shuwan, what's wrong with you? Did something dangerous happen? Where are you?" He spoke very quickly, his eyes were full of worry and concern, his brows were furrowed, and his body unconsciously leaned forward, as if he wanted to pass through the screen and come to Sang Shuwan's side.

Sang Shuwan was about to answer when a sudden gust of wind rushed into the sand cave, blowing up a lot of sand and dust. The mobile phone signal was instantly interrupted and the screen was pitch black. Jiang Cimu looked at the call that was suddenly disconnected, and his heart was filled with anxiety and uneasiness. He kept calling Sang Shuwan, but he couldn't get through. His hands began to tremble, and his heart was shrouded in fear. He paced back and forth in the room, muttering to himself: "Shuwan, you must not be in trouble, you must be safe..."

Time seemed to have frozen, and every minute and every second passed by so slowly. The sandstorm was still raging, with no sign of abating. The three people in the sand cave were becoming increasingly exhausted, and their spirits were gradually approaching their limits, but they never gave up their belief in survival.

After an unknown amount of time, the howling of the wind seemed to gradually weaken, and the dust was no longer as dense as before. Nancy carefully stuck her head out and observed the surrounding situation. She saw that the sky began to gradually brighten, and the sandstorm finally showed signs of passing.

"The sandstorm seems to be stopping!" Nancy shouted excitedly.

Alice and Sang Shuwan were immediately refreshed when they heard this, and they slowly climbed out of the sand pit. The scene in front of them shocked them. The originally beautiful desert was now in a mess, and the shape of the sand dunes had changed dramatically. The tent had long been blown away by the strong wind and disappeared, and the car was buried under the thick sand and dust, revealing only a vague outline.

(End of this chapter)