Oasis

[saraiwoman]

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The wind whispers melancholy, leaving a whistling echo in my ear, while my body is in a critical state.

Dehydration consumes me, and my strength begins to fail, my eyes barely able to see more than a few centimetres, as a cloud of sand has risen, enveloping me in a suffocating dust.

The grains of sand dig like stingers into my clothes and seep into my skin, burning it with their scorching touch.

Days have passed since I was lost in this desolate desert, and not a drop of water remains in my canteen.

The countdown of my life has begun, and I feel its relentless advance if I don't find some oasis or some help soon.

My steps become weaker and weaker, my tongue sticks to my parched palate and my throat burns like the fire of the midday sun.

I close my eyes for a moment, trying to concentrate and conserve my last remaining strength.

Despair intertwines with hope in my heart, as I plead with the desert to give me a chance of survival.

Suddenly, amidst the vastness of the sandy landscape, I spot a flash of green and blue.

My eyes widen, renewing my determination. With all my remaining energy, I move towards this oasis of life in the middle of the aridity.

As I approach, I discover a small spring surrounded by lush vegetation. Excitement and relief flood my being, and I throw myself into the cool water, drinking greedily to quench my agonising thirst.

Each sip revitalises my body and renews my spirit.

Once quenched, I sit on the edge of the oasis, grateful for the second chance I have been given.

As I watch the wind play with the leaves of the trees and the sun set on the horizon, I reflect on the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every drop of water, every ray of hope.

But in the distance I see a group of armed people on camels coming, my heart races, there is nowhere to hide and I will have to leave it to chance what they want to do with my life.

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