Oasis

Off into the distance, Alex spotted something he never thought he'd see in this desolate land.

An oasis!

It seemed strange that there would be a random patch of forest with a small lake in the middle, but Alex was too desperate for any source of food to care about the why's and how's of the situation.

The moment he spotted the oasis, he didn't waste any time in making his way over there.

He utilised his full speed, ignoring any pains from his stomach or muscles from their lack of energy over the last few days.

All he could think about in his state was quenching his hunger that had been building up ever since he entered the Primordial Expanse this time.

After a few minutes straight of running, Alex was covered from head to toe in sweat and his breathing was heavy. That short burst of running had taken quite the toll on him.

If a beast were to come across him while he was in this state, he wouldn't be able to do much to defend himself.