Chapter 5: Anything Can Be Surfed

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

As the attention of most people was attracted by Arabia and Egypt, no one noticed Shen Fei’s change. Amidst the roiling yellow sand, there was the incredible sight of someone running at high speed.

He felt as light as a swallow. There was nothing in the world that could hold back his footsteps. Even if the Olympic champion were present at this moment, they might not be able to outrun him.

“Master—Master—”

Monica’s voice pulled Shen Fei out of his thoughts. He stopped and saw Monica standing under a tree. “I sensed that there should be a water source nearby.”

The root systems of the plants grew denser and denser as they approached the water source. Their growth was also more optimistic. While there were few water sources in the desert, it did not mean that there were none.

There was once a water source here. Although he did not know why it had dried up now, he could still find it if he followed the root system.

Ordinary people would not be able to see it, but as a nature fairy, Monica saw it with utmost clarity.

“That place is not far from here.”

“Right there.”

Following the direction that Monica pointed at, Shen Fei’s heart leaped with joy. Indeed, the game’s guidance was correct. If there was a water source, it meant that the oasis existed.

However, although he had the talent of agility now, it would still take a lot of stamina to walk there. His gaze fell on the withered tree beside him, and a plan immediately came to his mind.

“That’s it!”

Shen Fei called Monica over and whispered something into her ear. Monica smiled mischievously, revealing two sharp canine teeth. She looked evil and lively.

“Don’t worry, Master. Leave this to me.”

Monica flapped her wings, and an ominous black light immediately enveloped the withered tree. One could only hear a series of crackling sounds.

When the light dissipated, the place where the withered tree used to be turned into a huge pit. In its place were several pieces of wood scattered in the yellow sand.

The people in the broadcast room finally noticed Shen Fei’s movements. Although they could see the scene, they couldn’t hear anything.

However, there were many people around the world are paying attention to the live stream. Among them, there’s no lack of famous figures in the industry. Furthermore, there’s even a host commentating. Although they didn’t understand what Shen Fei was trying to do, their analysis came pretty close.

“I don’t know if he should be counted as lucky or unlucky. If this tree hadn’t withered, he should be able to find a water source.”

“Judging from his current plans, he should be trying to rediscover one. However, he doesn’t have any means of transportation. If the water source is located further away, he might kick the bucket before reaching there.”

“Look at how hot the sun is. It’s unbelievable that he isn’t taking any precautions. I don’t know if I should say he’s bold or that he has a death wish.”

The host, Tom, asked, “Bear, what do you think of this contestant?”

Bear shook his head. “Under such circumstances, I suggest everyone to protect themselves first before looking for water and food. Do not waste any energy, and avoid doing useless work.”

Be it the audience or the commentators, none of them were optimistic about Shen Fei’s actions. Or rather, they had never been optimistic since the beginning.

In another scene…

A wilderness survival player from England suddenly took off his clothes. This action left everyone confused and uncomprehending of what he was trying to do. However, beside them, Bear gave a look of admiration.

The contestant undid his belt and wrapped his short sleeves around his body. In a short while, his short sleeves were soaked with an unknown yellow liquid. Judging from his actions just now, it was obvious what this liquid was.

To everyone’s great surprise, he even wrapped the short-sleeved shirt around his head before continuing forward. Everyone looked even more puzzled.

“What is he doing? Can any big shots come out and explain?”

“See, that’s what you don’t understand. High temperatures in the desert can easily cause heatstroke, but there’s a lack of water resources. That’s why he used this method to cool down, so as to prevent heatstroke and fainting.”

Only then did the others come to the realization.

Bear, seeing the comment, also nodded and said, “This netizen is right. When facing a lack of water sources, you can use this method.”

“As expected, professionals are different. You know what they are made of the moment they make a move. Way better than the previous one.”

By now, Shen Fei’s identity was also investigated and announced. It was updated in the live stream.

“He’s just an ordinary university student. The only outstanding thing about him is that he’s good at skiing and surfing. He even participated in competitions and won first place. It’s pretty good value.”

“I’m dying of laughter. What’s the use of being good at skiing and surfing? This is a desert. There’s neither snow nor waves. That skill is simply useless.”

“For an ordinary person like him to participate in a survival game, he is basically sending himself to death. From the start of the game until now, his choices and actions are sufficient to show that his intelligence is slightly lacking.”

“It’s fine if he’s an ordinary person, but he doesn’t seem very smart. Even if he doesn’t know how to do anything, he could at least choose something based on the introductions. If he chose something useful, he might at least be able to live a little longer, but he chose those twin fairies instead. I’m really speechless.”

Most of the comments were unimpressed by Shen Fei.

Naturally, Shen Fei didn’t know about any of this. He just made use of the wood in his hands and used the sharp end to cut the other piece into a flat shape.

“What is he doing? Why is he suddenly cutting wood?”

“Drilling wood for fire? That doesn’t seem like it though.”

Everyone was puzzled. Shen Fei cut the wood into a board. He weighed it in his hand and placed it on the ground. Then, he stood onto it. He appeared to be making a gesture. An impossible guess appeared in everyone’s heart.

“Don’t tell me he wants to surf the sand?”

“Did the heat from the sun muddle his head? This is sand, not snow. He can’t possibly slide with such strong friction!”

“If this guy can surf the sand, I’ll have trouble holding down Newton’s coffin.”

“No way, no way! Does anyone really believe that making a board means anything can be surfed?”

The mockery in the comments were almost endless.

Seeing that the test was almost done, Shen Fei felt confident. He jumped and landed on the wooden board deftly like a swallow.

He looked straight ahead, as if he was not in a vast desert of sand but in a boundless snowfield. With a movement of his feet, he was moving like an arrow released from a bow.

With a woosh, he was soaring.

The people in the live stream were still ridiculing Shen Fei for overestimating himself, waiting for him to fall flat on his face. Bear gave a casual glance at him and was stunned.

He thought he was hallucinating and couldn’t help but rub his eyes.

At the same time, people in the bullet chat also noticed Shen Fei’s actions.

“Look!”