He carefully placed this unexpected bounty into his backpack, ate a few to replenish his strength, and recalibrated his direction.
This encounter, although it took him less than half an hour, was extraordinarily meaningful.
It not only provided him with a precious food reserve but, more importantly, once again demonstrated that within a complex ecosystem, any crisis might turn into a survival opportunity.
He glanced at the giant tree still providing shelter to countless lives with respect in his heart, then turned and continued towards his intended target at a quicker pace.
After continuing for about half an hour, his steps stopped once more in an open area under the forest where the light was slightly brighter.
This time, what attracted him was a splash of vivid color.
On the fallen tree trunk covered with moss, several orchids with peculiar postures blossomed quietly.
