Harry Potter and the Old Ones

The scientific expedition team regrouped after a short break and prepared to move forward.

After another ten minutes, after passing through several open-air caves similar to the current one, they finally walked out of this slightly depressing passage.

After exiting the passage, there is a small oasis growing along the mountain wall, because the mineral-rich stream flowing from the cave brings a touch of life to this barren desert.

This small oasis seems to be a miniature miracle in the desert. Although it is not covered by tall trees, it shows a vibrant ecological environment in another form.

The exposed surface rocks and lichen moss give off a faint luster under the sunlight, showing a simple yet tough vitality.

Between these rocks and moss, scattered bushes that are half a man tall are scattered. Although these bushes are not tall, they are always gathered together in clusters, crowded together in the small gaps. in.

In the loose impact soil near the stream, sedge plants are scattered. The slender leaves of the sedge gently sway in the wind, like waves in the desert, bringing a vivid sense of movement to this small green space.

In the depression in the center of this oasis, a clear spring breeds the vitality of life. It is the heart of this green area. The spring is covered with green vegetation, and some flowering shrubs emit bursts of fresh fragrance.

Spring water flows quietly among the rocks and shrubs, providing continuous nourishment to the surrounding plants.

Surrounded by desert and rocks, this oasis is like a bright emerald, exuding unparalleled vitality.

“Looking at the ecosystem here, it’s really amazing.” Although this was not the first time he saw it, Professor Caldwell still had to sigh, “Such an oasis is as regular as an emerald in this desert. exist."

Professor Caldwell did not let the people in his team stop at this oasis to take samples. He just made a brief observation and quickly left with the team.

"Don't we need to take samples here?" Tiera asked after seeing Professor Caldwell and others in a hurry.

"Oh, no need, Mr. Tiera." Professor Caldwell replied, "Although this is an oasis inside the George Ring Mountains, because it is closer to the edge and the area is relatively small, this oasis does not have much research potential. It’s valuable. Many research groups have published papers based on the research results of this oasis. We are not willing to continue to waste time here.”

"Even my own research group has published three papers using this oasis, so..." Professor Caldwell smiled sarcastically.

Moreover, the supplies they prepared were only enough for them to last for seven days, so they needed to go to their main destination of the trip as soon as possible——

A great oasis in the George Ring Mountains.

"That's it." Tiera smiled, turned back meaningfully, glanced at the entrance of the cave where she came from, smiled lightly, turned her head, and continued moving forward.

Tiera is well-read in ancient books. Although the dark planet "Eris" and the Old One who live on it have never interacted with the earth, Tiera is very aware of the black magic that is contaminated by that Old One. What kind of life forms can meteorites evolve after hundreds of millions of years of evolution?

Even just now.

Professor Caldwell and his party continued to move forward.

The place gradually fell into silence.

The spring water that Tiera had just reached out to soak in, the rocks that the scientific expedition team had stepped on, and the stone walls that they had touched.

Eyes suddenly sprouted one after another, and then disappeared all at once.

As the team gradually left this small oasis, the desert landscape once again became the protagonist.

The wind blows through the dunes, lifting up the sand and sparkling in the sun, but the beauty of the scenery cannot hide the harsh environment it implies. Professor Caldwell constantly reminded the team members to maintain formation to prevent getting lost in the vast desert.

After walking for about two hours, the team reached an area with more complex terrain. There were a lot of rocks and gravels, the ground was uneven, there were many caves, and simple rock shelters that looked like they were built artificially.

It looks like someone has lived here.

The reason why we say it is a rock shelter instead of a house is because those buildings are too simple. I don’t know if it is because too much time has passed. When Professor Caldwell arrived here, most of the shelters had already been It collapsed, leaving only a few scattered rocks that looked like they could block the wind and rain.

The stone shelter was built with several large stones, and smaller stones and a similar-looking adhesive made of a mixture of clay and gravel were stuffed into the gaps.

It's just that it has been in such a dry place for a long time, and it has weathered to the point where it is as hard as rock.

According to the map carried by Professor Caldwell and previous research, there may have been signs of ancient civilization activities in this area——

Some archaeological experts speculate that some of the living priests who were sent here survived the winding "Goddess's Tunnel" and lived for a period of time in many oases in the George Ring Mountains.

However, Professor Caldwell is not an archaeologist, but an ecologist, and is not interested in these things that may be man-made, and they still need to be on their way.

Therefore, Professor Caldwell ordered the team members to rest briefly for half an hour before continuing their journey.

The team members found a sheltered place near the stone shelter to sit down and rest.

A gust of wind blew by, bringing with it a heat wave in the desert, causing everyone to close their eyes and enjoy this rare moment of tranquility.

Professor Caldwell looked around, then pointed forward and to the right.

"I remember walking about a hundred or two hundred meters over there. There was a shelter built by the joint scientific expedition team five years ago. They spent a lot of effort to transport cement and build it." Kadewei Professor Er suggested, "It's very strong there and can provide some protection from wind and rain."

As Professor Cardwell spoke, he secretly looked at Tiera, as if observing his expression.

In fact, according to the physical strength and endurance of Professor Cardwell and his own team, they can continue walking before dark and set up camp in a medium-sized oasis five kilometers away, but Cardwell always has to worry about this. Let’s see if he still has the strength to keep going.

"Professor, there is no need to worry about me." Tiera noticed Professor Caldwell looking towards her, smiled and said, "If I remember correctly, there is an oasis five or six kilometers away. Let's go there to settle down at night. Wouldn’t it be better? It’s still early.”