Please write two short novels or essays, subject matter is not limited.

Short story: A Lonely Traveler He was a lonely traveler wandering in the vast sea of people. He was looking for his destination with a confused heart. He did not know where his life should go, nor did he know where he should go. He was just a lost soul searching for his own home on a long journey. He had traveled to many countries and regions, seen many beautiful sceneries, and met many interesting people. However, he always felt lonely and had no sense of belonging. He did not know where he should go or who he should be with. He was just a lonely soul walking alone on a long journey. One day, he walked to the top of a tall mountain and saw the beautiful scenery. He felt that his soul had been purified and his life had been sublimated. He felt that he was no longer alone because he saw many people and things that made him feel warm and kind. At the foot of the mountain, he met a cute little girl. The little girl told him that she knew a place that could make him feel warm, and that was his home. The traveler felt very happy because he had finally found his home. Thus, the traveler followed the little girl on her journey home. He saw beautiful lakes, dense forests, magnificent waterfalls, and met many interesting people. He had learned many things on his journey and found his own direction. In the end, the traveler returned to his home and found a place that belonged to him. He felt very happy because he had finally found his home and felt that his soul had been purified. Prose: A gift of years Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, several years had passed. There are many precious gifts in our lives that make us feel warm and happy. I have a good friend whose name is Xiaoyu. We had a lot of good times together, and we've been through a lot of challenges together. We support each other and help each other grow. I remember one time we went on a trip together. It was an unforgettable trip. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and shared the happy time together. We had a wonderful holiday together and left many beautiful memories. The gift of time makes us stronger and braver.