Lee Xian, Cultivator of Guyon

Dr. Sophia Ramirez

Days had changed in this vast desert. The adventurer group consisting of Mei, Xian, Thio Ling, Xiao Ming, Li Wei, and the Desert Guards continued their journey towards the rescue mission that Lu Chen had given them, The White Sand Association. The vast desert around them was a dull and barren sight, but their zeal to accomplish this task never faded.

Their mission is to find and rescue a lost desert explorer, an archaeologist named Dr. Sophia Ramirez, who has mysteriously disappeared over the past few weeks. Dr. Ramirez was a close friend of Lu Chen, and this mission was a sign of their care and friendship towards him.

Xian, who was the navigator of this group, checked their desert map once again. He spoke emphatically, "According to the latest information, Dr. Ramirez was last seen around the Pearl Sand Oasis, which is a few days' drive from here. We have to keep moving in that direction."

Mei, who was an accomplished swordsman and the strongest member in this group, nodded. "We need to hurry. The longer he's gone, the harder it is to trace his tracks."

Thio Ling, who is an expert in natural sciences and desert plants, added, "We should also be wary of any threats in this desert. The desert is a harsh and inhospitable place."

Xiao Ming, who was always cheerful and feisty, tried to look for his positive side, "No need to worry, friends! We are a strong team, and we will definitely find him!"

Li Wei, who was a historian and a desert historian, pondered for a moment. "Dr. Ramirez is a great scientist who has contributed a lot to our understanding of the history of this desert. We have to protect her."

The Desert Guards, who remain calm in every situation, added, "We have to work together as a team. That's the only way we're gonna make it."

They continued their journey across this barren desert. The sun is at the top of the sky, and the temperature in this desert is getting hotter. They walked for hours, but the Pearl Sand Oasis was still nowhere to be seen on the horizon.

As they rested under a rare desert tree, Xian tried to lift their spirits. "We have to keep moving forward. The Pearl Sand Oasis is ahead there, and we'll find it."

But as they moved closer to the Pearl Sand Oasis, they realized something unusual. Normally, this oasis would be full of life and activity, but now it looked lonely and silent. There are no signs of life at all.

Mei fumbled her sword, "Something's wrong here. We have to be careful."

Thio Ling pondered for a moment, then said, "I will inspect the plants around this oasis. Maybe they can tell us what's going on here."

Xiao Ming nodded, "I'll try to look for traces of Dr. Ramirezs. Maybe he was here."

As the group begins to investigate this desolate oasis, they begin to feel that something very unnatural has happened. The trees around this oasis have died and the desert has taken over. This was not the usual sight they had seen in this oasis.

Meanwhile, Thio Ling found some desert plants lying withered on the dry land. He took a sample and checked it. "It doesn't make sense. This plant dies due to lack of water, but this is an oasis. There's something wrong here."

Xiao Ming found traces of shoes clearly imprinted around the oasis. He examined the trail and seriously said, "This is Dr. Ramirezs. He must have been good before. But why did he leave this oasis?"

They continue their journey, following the trail left by Dr. Ramirezs. This trail leads them deeper into this silent and dead oasis. The deeper they entered, the darker their mood became.

Suddenly, Thio Ling shouted, "There's something here!" He pointed to an underground tunnel hidden among the ruins of the oasis.

Xian approached the tunnel and examined it carefully. "This tunnel seems to be the only way. We gotta get in."

They entered the dark tunnel carefully, each step filled with tension. The tunnel is very narrow, and sunlight cannot enter it. They only relied on their flashlights to see inside the dark tunnel.

As they continued on their way, the always cheerful Xiao Ming tried to lift a spirit. "Don't worry, guys. Dr. Ramirez is in good shape. We'll find him."

However, their mood changed as they reached the end of the tunnel. They came out into a bright room. It is an amazing underground desert. The walls glittered with beautiful crystals, and in the center of this room was a pool of clear water that emitted a blue light. But the most striking thing was a woman sitting by the pool, and that was Dr. Sophia Ramirez's.

Dr. Ramirez looked weak and tired. He smiled when he saw them. "You came to save me. Thank you." Thank you."

Mei immediately approached him and helped Dr. Ramirez stands. "We're gonna get you out of here now."

But Dr. Ramirez shook his head. "No, you can't just leave. You should listen to my story."

They sat together by the pool, and Dr. Ramirez told his story. He was an archaeologist who had come to this desert to research the ancient ruins that were beneath the desert. However, when he reached this oasis, he suddenly felt extremely tired and lost consciousness. When he woke up, he was in this room.

He explained that this oasis was an extremely powerful ancient source of energy, which had given him incredible knowledge and wisdom. He had learned a lot about the history of this desert and the secrets hidden within it. However, this power had also tied him to this oasis, and he could not just leave.

Xian asked, "What should we do?"

Dr. Ramirez explains that the only way to free him is to solve this desert puzzle. He provides clues on how to do it, but this puzzle is very complicated and dangerous.

Mei, Xian, Thio Ling, Xiao Ming, Li Wei, and the Desert Guards discussed about their next move. They knew they couldn't leave Dr. Ramirez is here, but they also realize that this mission is going to be more complicated than they anticipated.

While they were talking, their moods were lifted by the sound of laughter coming from Dr. Ramirezs. "You can do it. I believe in you guys."

Dr rescue mission. Sophia Ramirez has become more complicated than they anticipated, but with their determination and strength, they are ready to deal with it.