This gorge is not straight; it turns midway, opening up on the other side.
Though they have passed through the gorge, Jeanne and her companions still remain on the eastern side of the Foehn Mountain.
Cold air from the northwest passes through Thorn Garden, climbing continuously on the western side of the mountain, eventually condensing into droplets.
The dehumidified wind crosses over the mountain top, continuing downward.
The closer to the ground, the higher the temperature, and the hotter and drier the wind becomes.
Locals believe it's caused by geothermal heat, but in essence, it's a foehn wind.
Why are there so few trees on Foehn Mountain?
Aside from the local residents' reckless logging, the most crucial factor is the frequent forest fires that have burned everything down.
As the foehn wind crosses over the mountain, it suddenly changes direction, carrying dry gravel and striking the wooden boards of Hus's cart, making a crisp "crackling" sound.
