Plum Blossom Fade

The desert stretched for thousands of miles beneath the yellow sand. The caravan traveled farther and farther away, until even the sound of its camel bells faded. Only then did Gu Xiao chuckle and say, "Why are you still hiding there? Everyone's gone." "You certainly have sharp ears, to know I'm here." A voice came from behind the rocks, gentle and warm, instantly making him feel at ease. "My hearing isn't that good. I just happened to see your shadow," Gu Xiao replied. He rounded the rocks and saw him sitting on the ground. His hat shaded his eyes, leaving only his fair chin and soft lips in view. Without realizing it, Gu Xiao's expression softened. Theme: