Silver Fox.

Summary

The story follows Tie Xin Yuan and Ma Xi Mu as they navigate the challenges of the Gobi Desert. After a sandstorm, they seize the opportunity to escape, leading a caravan towards Hami. Tie Xin Yuan reminisces about the hospitable Tajik people but is met with hostility from a tribe still in the Stone Age. Despite preparing gifts, they are attacked, leading to a confrontation. The caravan, well-armed, defends itself against the primitive attackers. Tie Xin Yuan reflects on the unexpected violence, realizing the tribe sees them as invaders. The story highlights the clash between different eras and cultures, as well as the harsh realities of survival in the desert. The narrative captures the tension between hope for hospitality and the brutal reality of the encounter.

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