There are stories where good always triumphs. There are tales in which, despite countless heroic deeds, evil refuses to be eradicated. And then there are experiences, filled with melancholy, bitterness, sacrifice, and pain, where there is no ending that could unequivocally judge a fable woven from sorrow, hope, and fear. Here, on the Great Desert, on the cursed land forgotten by the gods, in a world steeped in stagnation, where humanity is doomed to inevitable destruction, it’s hard to find words and deeds capable of shaping and changing the entire world. It’s a slow, intimate journey through a sea of suffering, a struggle for survival on a path full of thorns and sacrifices. It’s a ballad about the strength of human hearts, resilience, an endless journey, and the acceptance of the inevitability of a cruel fate. You won’t find thrilling plot twists or electrifying battles with magical artifacts here. You won’t experience romantic highs, grand gestures, humorous moments, or light-hearted interludes. This is not a saga of chivalry, a legendary epic, or a monumental odyssey about mythical heroes saving civilization from destruction. It’s simply a small, humble incident that carries a fragment of wisdom worth discovering. For some paths in life lead to unexpected dilemmas, especially when they traverse a treacherous land of death. So, dear Reader, sit down and open your heart as you turn the pages of this story. Experience the drama of wandering, the grim beauty of the journey, and perhaps you will find answers to a few important questions. All of this you must do… before the gods curse us.