The abundance of the green ants implies that the current location is at the lowermost part of the primitive forest. As is widely known, insects with microtoxicity living in a damp environment, such as the green ants, can be used for many poisonous supplements. Perhaps the journey ahead won't be as smooth.

Elvis continually warned to pay attention to their steps, the more brilliantly colored things should be avoided. Even vines and branches need to be carefully scrutinized, they might be poisonous snakes. Despite every team being equipped with emergency drugs like antiserum capsules, taking such medicines goes against survival rules. No one wanted to be disqualified because of an accident.

"We have to hurry to an open area."

Their pace was considerably slower than before. With little physical strength left, even Elvis seemed unable to hold on any longer. Although they had eaten a few insects, these were not only unpleasant tasting but also difficult to catch. As they moved, Elvis didn't hesitate to take out a chunk of beef and bite into it.

Both glasses guy and Xia Xinru were as exhausted as Elvis. Their mouths were so dry that it seemed like smoke would start coming out, and their legs felt as heavy as lead. Their clothes were alternately wet and dry and clung heavily to their bodies, causing discomfort.

Splashed water and mud caused them to slip and fall countless times. The act of standing up each time was a testament to their will. Their skin, cut open by wild grass and thorns, was full of injuries. The warm and humid conditions made it easy for infections to occur if the wounds were not treated promptly. But they had no time for treatment now. Only by crossing the danger barrier teeming with poisonous creatures could they look to the future.

"Bro, you still have the energy to eat?" Glasses guy chattered, seemingly in an attempt to alleviate the tension. "Damn it, I'm... I'm about to give up."

"Hehe, man needs food as iron needs steel. As I'm also a person, not God, I, of course, have to eat - You, however, do seem to have the energy to joke."

Hell, when did I joke."

"Aren't you joking with me right now?" Elvis hastily stuffed the rest of the beef into his pocket and snatched the glasses guy's backpack. "Is this okay?"

"Bro, you're so considerate." Even though Glasses guy was exhausted, being a man, he could hold up for a little while longer. The key point was to share the pressure with Xia Xinru. A woman's strength had clear limitations, coupled with a load of tens of kilograms, running was out of the question.

Xia Xinru's cute face turned slightly pink. Even without carrying anything she was already out of breath, yet she insisted that she had rested enough and wanted the backpack.

Both men unanimously told her to save it, they didn't need her for now.

After a long time, panting heavily, they finally managed to cross the lower jungle! In front of them was a large swamp, with reeds as tall as a person. The reeds swayed under the breeze as if it were a boat on the vast sea. Under the bright sunset, the golden swamp seemed even more dazzling.

Glasses guy covered his eyes, his small eyes seemed even smaller now. "I suggest we should change our path."

Elvis squinted his eyes. "I want to hear your reason."

"The reason is simple, the sun is about to set. We don't have enough time to cross the swamp. We must find a dwelling before sunset." Apparently, the swamp was not suitable for habitation.

"Haha, that's reasonable." Elvis nodded, then turned to Xia Xinru, seeking her opinion. "What's your idea, our beauty advisor?"

Xia Xinru blinked her big eyes and seemingly thought for a moment before responding. "I heard that there are numerous rare fishes in the Laka Laila swamp, and many fishermen come here year-round for profit. They usually stay for several weeks, so…"

Her train of thought was crystal clear. The men suddenly realized something. There should be wooden houses temporarily built by the fishermen here.

"You mean…"

"That's right."

Xia Xinru nodded knowingly. They could follow the swamp searching, even though they couldn't find the over-water wooden houses, they could still change directions. They wouldn't have to return to the area full of poisonous insects to consider where to sleep - this idea killed two birds with one stone.

"As expected of our team's think tank, Xinru's right. Let's move, guys. Don't wait until the sunset." Team leader Elvis signaled everyone to hurry. Despite his extreme thirst, he had no intention to drink water. Without the lighting equipment, their situation would become extremely passive once the sun set.

Elvis really wanted to cross the swamp, he calculated that with his physical condition and timing he could definitely do it. But adding Glasses guy, he was worried it would be a tough task. Now coupled with a woman, he felt helpless.

The sunset colored half of the sky, the clouds under the dazzling sun were unusually spectacular. However, the seemingly quiet and peaceful rainforest wouldn't provide any psychological comfort to the three. They were facing many hidden dangers and potential crises in this area. After 26 minutes of several twists and turns, they finally found a shaky wooden house. They simultaneously clenched their fists with relief.

In the end, as much as the two men had been expecting this, they were still surprised that the scene before them was real, the surprise was so sudden! If they didn't find this wooden house, after the sun sets in an hour, they would have to hastily build tents 30 minutes before sunset. They would have to deal with potential problems such as night rain, poison, insects, and other creatures crawling into their hammocks.

At this point, Elvis was completely exhausted and forgot about his previous thirst. When the massive weight lifted from his heart, an uncontrollable thirst rose in his mouth. He took off his shirt and was about to plunge into the water.

Xia Xinru quickly said, "Wait!"

"Huh? Is there a problem?"

"Be...be careful of the candiru ... this creature lives in shallow swamps and can enter a person's body through the urethra or anus. Severe cases can even lead to death." Xia Xinru said, her pretty face as red as a cherry, her voice soft and charming. She was afraid Elvis would continue to ask.

Elvis only felt a tightening in his pants. That creature was disgusting. Although he didn't know what it was, he trusted Xia Xinru's words. Since she said so, he decided to give up the idea of jumping into the water to freshen up.

Elvis stepped into the swamp, intending to drink the water directly, but was stopped again by Xia Xinru before he could even bend down.

"Wait!"

"What's stopping us again?"

"The swamp water isn't clean, it usually contains parasites. It needs to be filtered."

"There's that too?" Elvis's throat was parched, he was on the verge of going crazy. "I've never heard of this from him."

Xia Xinru quickly explained, "He might have overlooked it, or the instructor doesn't understand the ecological environment here very well. After all, he's not omnipotent either."

"That's true. Since you mentioned it, you must have a solution, right?"

"Filter the water using socks." The girl blushed, her voice muffled, as she covered her cherry life lips.

"So...socks? Are you sure you're not joking with me?"

Xia Xinru nodded, her peach-like face seeming capable of dripping water.

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