The air was thick with humidity, causing each breath to feel heavy and burdensome. The sun beat down mercilessly, casting a hazy glow over the landscape. The sound of cicadas filled the air, their incessant buzzing adding to the slow, languid pace of the day. Shadows stretched lazily across the ground, as if reluctant to move. Time seemed to stand still in this oppressive heat, creating a sense of lethargy that was impossible to shake.
