Seven days later, Zhang Yuan and Mo Huai'an entered the borders of Yongzhou.
Yongzhou is located in the northwest region of Daqian, covering a vast area with magnificent scenery and distinct local customs.
Zhang Yuan had long heard of its name.
But after following the trade team into the state's borders, he quickly sensed something amiss.
Midsummer had long passed; it was now the time of the Mid-Autumn, and during previous nights at the camp, one could feel the chill.
Yet upon entering Yongzhou, the temperature suddenly became warmer, and the deeper they went, the hotter it got.
During the day, the sun hung high in the sky, emanating infinite light and heat, shining down on the parched earth.
Hardly any green trees were visible by the roadside; the wilderness was full of dried yellow grass, and the air burned like fire when inhaled.
As they traveled, the people and animals in the trade team trudged under the scorching sun, feeling only exhaustion and agitation.
