The wind dances and the snow flies, the sky and the earth are white,

Jackdaws appear in the quiet forest as snow falls.

The cold mountains and frozen waters are silent,

The setting sun and the lingering clouds reflected on the cold horizon.

Xue Tianhan had been walking in this world of ice and snow for who knows how long. His feet felt as heavy as if they were filled with lead, and every step he took required a tremendous amount of effort.

The cold followed him like a shadow, as if it was going to freeze his body, and hunger continued to erode his will, making him dizzy.

He tightened his thin clothes to try to resist the biting cold, but the thin fabric seemed so weak in this harsh environment and had little effect.

Xue Tianhan couldn't help but laugh at himself, thinking that he, a master in the middle stage of the Nascent Soul, was beaten into such a state.

Now that his spiritual power was completely gone and he couldn't open the space, relying solely on his own body to withstand the wind and snow for so long was considered a good thing. He continued to move forward in this difficult situation of cold and hunger, and the flame of hope in his heart gradually became weak.

Just as he was about to fall into despair, a figure suddenly appeared in front of him. Xue Tianhan's heart suddenly surged with joy, as if he had seen a ray of light in the darkness. He quickly quickened his pace and walked towards the figure.

As the distance closed in, the figure gradually became clearer. It turned out to be a hunter, and judging by his attire, he looked a bit like a Tibetan. He wore a thick sheepskin coat, a felt hat, a hunting knife at his waist, and a bow and some prey slung across his back.

Xue Tianhan hurried forward and asked anxiously, "Fellow countryman, fellow countryman, where is this place? Can you take me there?"

The hunter stopped and turned around, his eyes revealing a vigilant and curious look as he looked Xue Tianhan up and down.

After a moment, he replied in stiff Chinese: "This is the northern Tibetan Plateau. Where are you from? Why are you here alone?"

Xue Tianhan realized he had to answer carefully to avoid causing unnecessary trouble. He thought for a moment and said, "I'm a merchant. I got separated from my caravan and accidentally lost my way."

The hunter's expression softened slightly after hearing this. He looked at Xue Tianhan's exhausted appearance, feeling a little sorry for her.

"This place is a long way from the nearest village, and the weather is bad, so it's not suitable to stay here for long," the hunter said. "If you don't mind, you can come with me to my camp. I can provide food and temporary shelter there."

Xue Tianhan gratefully accepted the invitation. He knew that in an unfamiliar environment, it would be extremely fortunate to receive help from the locals. So, he followed the hunters on their journey to the camp.

On the way, the hunter introduced Xue Tianhan to some knowledge about the Tibetan Plateau.

"This plateau is vast and the climate is changeable. Those of us who live here must learn to adapt to the laws of nature," said the hunter.

Xue Tianhan listened carefully, he knew that this information was crucial to his survival in this unfamiliar environment.

"Do you usually make a living by hunting?" Xue Tianhan asked curiously.

The hunter nodded. "Yes, we make a living by hunting and herding. Although this land is harsh, it also gives us hope for survival."

Xue Tianhan asked again: "Have you ever encountered any particularly dangerous situations?"

The hunter smiled and said, "On this plateau, danger can arise at any time. For example, encountering wolves, blizzards, and some harsh terrain. But we are used to it and have ways to deal with it."

The two talked as they walked, and Xue Tianhan gradually understood the life of hunters.

Suddenly, the hunter stopped, his face becoming serious. He whispered, "Oh no! There are wolves!"

Xue Tianhan's heart tightened. He looked around and found that there were several wolves not far away staring at them hungrily.

"What should we do?" Xue Tianhan asked nervously.

The hunter calmly took the bow from his back and put an arrow on it. He said, "Don't panic. Let's retreat slowly and don't provoke them."

Xue Tianhan followed the hunter closely, his heart filled with worry, after all, he was too weak now. They retreated cautiously, and the wolves were slowly approaching.

Xue Tianhan couldn't help but say, "These wolves look so fierce. Can we escape?"

The hunter calmly replied, "As long as we don't panic, we have a chance. These wolves won't attack easily either. They're watching for our weaknesses."

At this critical moment, the hunter suddenly shot an arrow, hitting a wolf in the leg. The wolves were startled by the sudden attack and retreated.

The hunter took the opportunity to pull Xue Tianhan away from the scene. After a thrilling escape, they finally got rid of the threat of the wolf pack.

Xue Tianhan breathed a sigh of relief, his heart filled with admiration for the hunter.

"It was really dangerous just now." Xue Tianhan said.

The hunter smiled and said, "On this plateau, danger can arise at any time. We must remain vigilant at all times."

After all these twists and turns, they continued on their journey and finally, in the evening, they arrived at the hunters' camp.

Inside the camp, several tents were neatly arranged. When the hunter led Xue Tianhan into the camp, his tribesmen gathered around him. They looked at Xue Tianhan with curiosity and friendly smiles.

The hunter introduced Xue Tianhan to the tribe, and they immediately provided him with food and a warm fire. Xue Tianhan gratefully accepted the food and devoured it voraciously.

A child came over and asked curiously, "Where are you from?"

Xue Tianhan smiled and replied, "I am a businessman from far away and got lost accidentally."

The child asked again: "Have you seen many interesting things?"

Xue Tianhan nodded: "I have seen some, I will tell you when I have the chance. For example, I have entered many secret realms, and I also have a cat named Xiao Hei and a spirit pet named Xiao Huang."

In the warm light of the fire, Xue Tianhan sat there quietly, began to organize his thoughts carefully, and carefully planned the next steps.

He knew full well that his journey forward alone had only just begun. The challenges and opportunities that lay ahead would undoubtedly prove to be a severe test of his growth.

He understood that he had to race against time to recover his physical and spiritual strength as quickly as possible. Only in this way would he have hope of finding Xiao Qi and his other companions.

But how could he find them in this unfamiliar northern Tibetan Plateau? Xue Tianhan frowned and fell into deep thought.

He couldn't help but secretly regret that he hadn't studied the I Ching with Xiao Qi. If he had learned the I Ching, he would have been able to find their whereabouts through divination.

At this time, an elderly tribesman approached. He looked at Xue Tianhan and said, "Young man, you seem to have a lot on your mind. On this plateau, fate sometimes brings us unexpected surprises. Perhaps the person you're looking for is waiting for you not far away."

Xue Tianhan looked up at the old man's deep eyes, and a glimmer of hope seemed to emerge in his heart. He decided to stay in this camp for a while longer to recover his strength and ask the tribesmen for news about Xiaoqi and the others.

As for his spiritual power, he still didn't understand why it couldn't be restored.

Over the next few days, Xue Tianhan got along very well with the tribesmen. He learned more about survival techniques on the northern Tibetan plateau, such as how to build a windproof tent and find water. He also shared some of his own experiences, including both dangers and interesting encounters. The tribesmen also tried their best to help him find clues about Xiaoqi and the others.

However, just when Xue Tianhan thought everything was moving in the right direction, a sudden disaster struck.

A blizzard swept across the northern Tibetan Plateau, severely impacting the camp. Tents were blown here and there, and food and supplies were buried in the snow.

Xue Tianhan and his tribesmen had to face this disaster together.

"Everyone, quickly move the important things to a safe place!" the hunter shouted.

Xue Tianhan also joined in, helping to rescue supplies. "We must make it through this!" he encouraged everyone.

They worked together to protect the camp and rescue supplies. In the process, Xue Tianhan also showed his bravery and strength. He and the hunters braved the blizzard to search for the lost tribesmen.

"We must find them!" Xue Tianhan said firmly.

After some hard work, they finally found all the tribesmen and successfully protected the camp.

After the snowstorm, the camp was in ruins, but Xue Tianhan and his people were not discouraged and began to rebuild their homes actively.

"If we work together, we will definitely be able to restore the camp to its former vitality." Xue Tianhan said.

In this process, Xue Tianhan also strengthened his belief. He knew that no matter how many difficulties and challenges lay ahead, he had to face them bravely because his companions were still waiting for him.

After a period of hard work, the camp finally regained its former vitality. Xue Tianhan also gradually recovered his strength with the help of his fellow tribesmen, and he decided to embark on the journey to find Xiaoqi and the others again.

On the day he left the camp, the tribesmen saw him off, gave him some food and supplies, and wished him a safe journey.

"Thank you for your help during this period." said a member of the tribe.

Xue Tianhan looked at his tribesmen with gratitude, his heart filled with warmth.

"Thank you for your help. I will definitely find Xiaoqi and the others." Xue Tianhan said.

The hunter patted him on the shoulder. "Good luck, young man. I hope we can meet again."

Xue Tianhan nodded, then turned and set off on his journey. He knew the road ahead was still long, but he was no longer afraid.

Because he knows that in this world, there will always be some kind people who will lend a hand when he is in the most difficult time. And he will continue to move forward with this warmth and hope.

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