The Malayas range stretches for more than 3,000 miles from the seaside in the southwest to the northeast from the seaside in the southwest. The average altitude is about 10,000 meters, showing a trend of high in the west and low in the east, and the towering peaks reach into the sky. More than 4,000 meters of snow melts all year round, and the air is thin.

Even the tallest eagle among the orcs could not fly beyond the eight-thousand-meter peak, and only the orcs who were close to the eastern peaks below seven thousand meters could climb it. And it can be said that it is very rare for a strong human being to climb this height. Therefore, it formed a solid barrier in the northwest of the Dragon Empire.

The reason why Zhou Sheng joined Liu Yu's training team was not only because the equipment provided by Liu Yu attracted him, but also because he wanted to know how Liu Yu would lead them to climb over from here. You know, there are no peaks below 11,000 meters. No one has ever climbed to such heights, let alone climbed over them.

The three of them kept climbing upward, and before it got dark, they had already climbed three peaks below four thousand meters above sea level. Now in front of them is a peak of 9,000 meters above sea level, which will be their first test.

As the terrain elevated, they were now at an altitude of nearly four thousand meters, the air had become a little thinner, the temperature was much lower than under the mountain, and snow could be seen everywhere.

After finding a leeward place to stop and rest, Liu Yu said: "We will rest here for one night tonight, and tomorrow's task is to climb over the mountain in front." It will be difficult to go any further, we have to allocate our stamina and not rush it. At the same time, turn on the intercom, the wind is very loud on the mountain, and only the intercom can keep in touch. If there is any danger, let's retreat first and then find a way, don't be too forced. Zhang Tianqi and the others nodded, indicating that they understood.

Then Liu Yu asked again: "How are you feeling now, can you adapt, and are there any adverse reactions?"

"It's much better to have this hiking suit on you, and I don't feel so cold. There are also these hiking boots, which have a firm grip and are very suitable for walking in the mountains. It seems that the equipment you prepared is really useful!" Zhang Tianqi praised.

Zhou Sheng nodded and said to Liu Yu: "The equipment is really good, much better than I imagined, and there are no adverse reactions now, but I don't know what will happen if I go up further." Liu Yu, what experience have you had in living here for so many years and climbing too many high peaks? Although I have learned some about it from books, I have not experienced it myself after all. You elaborate on it, so that we can be prepared. ”

"I've climbed up to seven thousand meters without any equipment. The higher you go, the thinner the air, the cooler the temperature, and the deeper the snow on the mountains. In my judgment, it won't be too difficult for us to go below 7,000 meters. Liu Yu said, "The mountaineering suit we are equipped with is enough to withstand the low temperature of minus 60 degrees, and the severe cold is no longer enough to threaten us." When marching through the snow, be sure to slow down, and three people take turns to clear the way in front to reduce the exertion of physical strength. Those who are behind must follow the footsteps of those in front of them, and those who open the way in front must stand firm on their feet before moving. To step forward, step on the snow with the forepaws of both feet, step on steps and then move your back feet. If you slip or fall, lie on your stomach immediately to prevent sliding. If you are caught in an avalanche, swim repeatedly in the moving snow stream to try to float to the surface of the snow stream. ”

After a pause, Liu Yu continued: "I have prepared a rope to connect the three of us together when the time comes, so that even if one person accidentally falls into the snow pit, the others will have time to rescue." Since the peaks of the Malayas are steep and the snow is deep, it is easy to cause avalanches, so we must not make loud noises when climbing, and try to avoid the snow sliding downwards to avoid inducing avalanches and causing catastrophe. After 6,000 meters above sea level, we have to be very careful, and the slightest negligence can make us doomed. ”

After listening to Liu Yu's explanation, Zhou Sheng nodded: "Tomorrow we will be more cautious, even if the speed is slow, we must ensure safety." Don't be rash, learn more experience to facilitate future actions. ”

"Zhou Sheng, your idea is very good, just do what you say. Now that everyone has understood, let's rest early and maintain our physical strength for tomorrow's climb. Liu Yu continued.

After a night's rest, the three of them got up early the next morning, energetically sorting out their equipment. Liu Yu took out a rope more than 30 meters long, with a lock at each end and in the middle, which could be firmly fixed on the belt of the mountaineering suit equipped by the three people. Liu Yu buckled the first lock on Zhou Sheng's body, Zhang Tianqi buckled it at the end, and he was in the middle.

"Zhou Sheng, your physical strength is not as good as ours, you are the first to open the way, then Xiaoqi, the third is me, you have no experience in climbing snowy mountains, the snow is shallow in the lower places, and it is easy to climb, just so you can accumulate some experience to prepare for the future. I walk in the middle to see the people in front of me and take care of the people behind. Now let's debug the intercom and keep the voice unblocked. Liu Yu commanded.

According to the order arranged by Liu Yu, Zhou Sheng was the first to walk up the mountain, Liu Yu followed, and Zhang Tianqi walked at the rear. At first, Zhou Sheng walked very fast, and the thin layer of snow did not hinder him, and the hiking shoes made a "creaking" sound when stepping on the snow. Except for the "whining" sound of the whistling mountain wind, no other sound could be heard in the four corners.

As the altitude rose, the snow became thicker and thicker, reaching no distance to Zhou's knees. All around is a silver world, and time seems to freeze. Between heaven and earth, three small black dots traveled lonely between the mountains, and under the cover of the huge peaks, they seemed so small. There was no road ahead at all, and Zhou Sheng could only climb up step by step according to the mountain. According to the method taught by Liu Yu, Zhou Sheng stepped out in one step and waited for his feet to stand firm before moving. With each step forward, step on the snow with the forepaws of your feet, step into steps and move your back feet. The speed of this kind of walking was much slower all of a sudden, and it was difficult to move forward, and the distance of 1,500 meters was more than an hour.

"How is it, are you still moving?" Seeing that Zhou Sheng's speed was getting slower and slower, Liu Yu asked with concern.

With a heavy wheezing sound, Zhou Sheng said, "No problem, I'll still hold on." The snow was so thick that I couldn't see the ground at all, and I didn't know what was going on underneath the snow, so I could only grope my way slowly. If it goes on like this, it will be even more difficult to walk in the future. Be ye ready. ”

"You have to pay attention to your physical strength and don't overdraw, if you can't change Xiaoqi, don't force it. Xiao Qi, you are ready to replace Zhou Sheng at any time. Liu Yu instructed, and at the same time explained to Zhang Tianqi and asked him to prepare.

After climbing another 500 meters in half an hour, Zhou Sheng stopped. After the three of them sat down and rested for a while, after a brief exchange, Zhang Tianqi took the lead in setting off. With Zhou Sheng's experience, Zhang Tianqi slowly climbed upward. For a combat background, he had the best physical strength among the three, and two hours had passed since he set off in the morning. Because he has been walking in the rear, Zhang Tianqi has not consumed much, and now he looks very calm in opening the road in front.

The more you go up, the steeper the mountain becomes, and the snow has already covered Zhang Tianqi's crotch, and it is difficult to step forward with his feet raised. With his strong physique, Zhang Tianqi walked forward through the snow, wanting to open a passage for his companions behind.

Liu Yu, who was walking behind him, immediately shouted to him in the intercom: "Xiaoqi, don't go like this, it's too dangerous." You compacted the snow in front of you before you took a step forward. ”

"Don't worry, it's okay. Zhang Tianqi replied, and walked forward in the snow after speaking.

As Zhang Tianqi advanced, the snow rolled away to both sides. A deep snow gully was left behind him, and the snow that Zhang Tianqi had waded through rolled and slid down the mountain. At first, there was nothing unusual, but then a large amount of snow slid downward, and there was a faint roar at the bottom of the mountain.