From humble beginnings to the pinnacle of life

I checked the supplies and emergency equipment in the vehicle one last time to make sure everything was in order.

As soon as I got into the driver's seat, Su Qing also got in the car.

After fastening her seatbelt, she skillfully fixed her phone holder in the center of the windshield and adjusted the live streaming equipment in advance.

It was still dark, and the streets of Kangding were deserted and quiet. There were almost no pedestrians, only a few breakfast shops with warm yellow lights, full of lively atmosphere.

We bought some hot steamed buns and mantou on the way, making it a simple breakfast.

Wang Ge's lead car drove out of the city first, and I followed closely behind, keeping my speed at around 60 miles per hour.

After leaving the city, the scenery changed rapidly.

Thanks to our early start, there was little traffic on the mountain roads in the early morning, and the road conditions were smooth.

The car continued to wind its way uphill, the altitude steadily increasing, and we officially arrived at the first mountain on our way into Tibet.

Su Qing also started the live stream, speaking to the camera in a friendly and energetic tone:

Good morning everyone! I bet most of you are still sleeping in at this hour, right?

"We got up at five o'clock and set off! We're currently crossing Zheduo Mountain, a snow-capped mountain over 4,000 meters above sea level. Today, we'll take you on an immersive journey to see the high-altitude snow-capped mountains and sea of ​​clouds!"

After she finished speaking, she turned to look out the window and continued, "The temperature in the mountains is much lower than in the city. It feels almost zero degrees Celsius, and the cold wind blows directly into the car, making it especially refreshing."

The next second, she turned the camera directly at me, smiling as she introduced:

"Let me introduce you all. This is Lin Ye, our team leader for this no-man's-land crossing and my dedicated partner!"

She subtly gestured to me with her eyes for me to greet the audience.

With the car moving smoothly and the road conditions open, I turned my head to the camera, waved gently, and smiled warmly.

Su Qing immediately took over the conversation, working hard to help me build my persona.

"My partner seems quiet and reserved, a typical slow starter, but he's incredibly capable! He planned our route and emergency plans, and his driving skills are top-notch. Don't be fooled by his quiet demeanor!"

"If you enjoy our self-driving tours in Western Sichuan and our exploration of the uninhabited areas, follow us so you don't get lost! We'll be live-streaming the entire trip!"

I thought to myself with admiration that although Su Qing always liked to bicker and argue with me in private, she knew what was important when it mattered and always gave me face in public.

The car continued to climb the mountain, and the road turned into a series of hairpin bends, becoming more and more dangerous the higher it went.

The vegetation along the way visibly changes from lush green meadows to low shrubs.

In the end, the bare mountainside was exposed, with only scree slopes and a thin layer of moss, exuding the magnificent and desolate texture of the plateau.

Thick fog slowly gathered in the mountains, and a layer of white mist enveloped the car windows, like a semi-transparent veil obscuring the road ahead, instantly limiting visibility.

The taillights of Luo Peng's vehicle ahead flickered in and out of view in the thick fog.

I immediately slowed down to 40 mph, maintaining a safe distance and not daring to relax for a moment.

Su Qing remained dedicated to her livestream, providing real-time commentary while watching the chat:

"It's 6:30 in the morning, and we can already clearly see the outline of the snow-capped mountain!"

She turned her phone camera to face the window, where the gray-white mountain ranges were covered with thick snow, looking magnificent and mysterious in the hazy morning mist.

The number of viewers in the live stream increased dramatically, and the barrage of comments scrolled and refreshed rapidly.

As the altitude increases, the bends become sharper and more dangerous, and on some sections of the road near the cliff, one can clearly see the deep valley and scattered rocks below.

I cleared my mind of all distractions and focused all my attention on the road ahead.

Su Qing earnestly explained to the camera: "The mountain roads of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway demand extremely high levels of driver composure and skill. Everyone driving the 318 must remember this: never overtake on curves! Safety first!"

Someone in the live stream asked, "This road looks quite dangerous. Did you receive any training before coming here?"

After reading the comments, Su Qing quickly glanced at me, then responded to the camera:

"Don't worry, everyone! Our team leader's on-the-spot reaction and road condition prediction are amazing. I trust he'll be absolutely fine!"

After saying that, she raised an eyebrow at me, a hint of smugness in her eyes: "See? I praised you right, didn't I?"

I kept my eyes fixed on the road and focused on driving, saying helplessly, "Focus on the comments and don't disturb my driving."

Su Qing burst out laughing and joked to the camera, "Look, he's getting embarrassed by my praise. He's a typical reserved handsome guy!"

The live stream chat was instantly flooded with "hahaha" comments, and the popularity continued to rise.

I didn't have time to watch the live stream, but I could clearly feel her increasingly relaxed and natural state.

In just two days, she has fully adapted to her role as a live streamer.

After driving for an unknown amount of time, the thick fog in the mountains suddenly dissipated, and sunlight pierced through the clouds, instantly opening up a clear view ahead.

I saw that Brother Wang's lead car had already parked on the roadside viewing platform, its taillights flashing, signaling us all to pull over and rest.

I slowly pulled over and turned off the engine. The moment I opened the door and got out of the car, a biting, cold wind from the plateau hit me, and the piercing chill made me shiver involuntarily.

I walked quickly to the railing of the observation deck, looked up, and was instantly stunned, frozen in place.

In the distance, the continuous snow-capped mountains stretch across the sky and earth, their layered white ridges gleaming faintly in the soft morning light.

Low-lying clouds gently blanketed the snow-capped peaks, like a soft, fluffy quilt, creating an ethereal scene.

The valley at the foot of the mountain meanders and twists, with a long, thin river running through it, like a silver-gray ribbon wrapped around the earth, magnificent and healing.

Su Qing walked up to me, holding her phone, and pointed the camera at the magnificent snow-capped mountain scenery. She then spoke to the live stream audience:

"This is the Zheduo Mountain Pass, at an altitude of 4,298 meters, truly the first snow-capped mountain you encounter on the way to Tibet! If you love the scenery of western Sichuan, please follow us for more stunning hidden gems!"

"The signal is unstable at this high altitude, so the live stream will be a bit choppy. I'll take a short break and resume streaming once the road conditions are stable and the signal is restored. Please don't unfollow!"

After the live stream ended, everyone relaxed and rested.

Wang leaned against the front of the car, smoking and resting, while A Qiu held a thermos and quietly gazed at the snow-capped mountains.

Luo Peng kept taking photos and checking in with his phone, while Chen Yunqing stood alone by the car, carefully checking the subsequent navigation route. Everyone was doing their own job.

A fierce wind howled through the mountains, causing the colorful prayer flags along the roadside to flutter and rustle incessantly.

I took a deep breath of the cold, high-altitude air. The crisp, clean air filled my chest, instantly clearing my mind and allowing me to truly feel the freedom of being amidst the vastness of the world.

Su Qing stood quietly beside me, no longer playing around, silently holding up her phone to record the snow-capped mountain scenery.

The wind ruffled her hair, and she gently tucked it behind her ear before asking, "Lin Ye, are you experiencing altitude sickness?"

"I have a slight tightness in my chest and shortness of breath, but it's nothing serious, I can handle it. How about you?" I turned to her and asked.

She shook her head, her face beaming with excitement, and said, "I didn't feel anything. I've been to Lhasa before, and I flew there directly without any altitude sickness."

I originally thought that she, being so pampered, would probably not be able to withstand altitude sickness and might give up because of physical discomfort.

Now it seems that this girl's adaptability and physical fitness are far stronger than I imagined.

She was even excited and showed no signs of fatigue.