Then, amidst the swirling sands and the distant hum of the storm, Zack spotted a faint silhouette ahead. Instinctively, he slowed his pace, uncertainty mingling with cautious curiosity. Was it a fellow traveler stranded like him in this world? Or was it something altogether different, a threat disguised in the guise of familiarity?
For a moment, Zack hesitated, weighing the risks and possibilities. Encountering another being here could mean finding an ally, someone who understood the challenges and mysteries of this realm. On the other hand, it could also spell unforeseen trouble or conflict, adding to the complexities of his already precarious situation.
"What the hell…" Zack muttered in surprise. "I guess this was truly bound to happen."
