I AM THE BORNEO EXPLORER 婆罗洲探险者

That morning, my brother, Yen, and I set out to hike to the Black Pear Pool. The name comes from the dark, tan hues of the water, reminiscent of a mysterious gem hidden in the heart of nature. Just as we began our hike from the trailhead, I noticed something slithering at the edge of the trail. A black snake with striking horizontal white stripes glided silently through the underbrush, its sleek body a reminder of the wilderness surrounding us. Our trail hugged the riverbank, where the water flowed in rich tea tones. This dark color resulted from leaves, roots, and other organic matter leaching. The natural dissolved acids—tannins and lignins—infused the water with its distinctive hue, creating a captivating contrast against the vibrant greenery surrounding us. This is a steel cage, standing over six feet tall, enclosing a long pipe that supplies fresh water to the nearby national park. Inside the cage, I spotted remnants of tree branches, rotting leaves, and tufts of grass, evidence o...