Next day, around noon.
The sun scorched the earth like a fireball, the rising heat waves distorting the air.
Inside the rainforest.
The scorching sun did not penetrate the rainforest's interior; most of the trees are very tall, competing for sunlight to enable photosynthesis.
Don't think it's cool inside the rainforest. Although not exposed to the sun's blaze, the moist forest floor coupled with a temperature of 42°C is as sweltering as a steamer.
Bubu Wang lay on the grass pile, panting and questioning its dog life. It was unbearably hot here, especially with its 'factory-fitted fur coat', one can imagine the stifling heat.
Su Xiao, also shirtless, sat on the grass pile, sweat dripping from his chin. It wasn't a problem to be in the rainforest briefly, but long walks and clearing paths made him sweat profusely.
"Drink this."
Su Xiao tossed a canteen to Bubu Wang, who almost spat out the water after a sip; it was lightly salted water.
