The clanging of metal echoed incessantly.

An indescribable smell filled the air.

Zhou Chunhua, who had never experienced anything like this in her life, was utterly terrified.

"Let's go! Hurry!"

Officer Xiao Yao's voice boomed in her ears, and she finally snapped out of her shock.

"But...you..."

"Don't worry about us! Captain Qin's orders are to ensure your safety! Go now!" Officer Lin said.

“We’re fine. You go first, we’ll catch up soon,” Officer Yao said.

Seeing that the situation was becoming increasingly complicated, Zhou Chunhua gritted her teeth, turned around, and rushed into the darkness.

She's just an ordinary citizen; the best choice is to avoid letting them cause trouble.

Moreover, if she could escape down the mountain to seek help as soon as possible, that would be the most effective help for Officer Kobayashi and his team.

So she ran inside without looking back.

The houses in Ganxi Village are all pretty much the same.

They are all open-plan rooms with doors at both the front and back.

If all goes well, she can rush out and run into the mountains.

Zhou Chunhua moved through several rooms at top speed.

During the process, there were times when she stumbled and fell because she couldn't see the road ahead clearly.

But even though it hurt terribly, she didn't stop.

Until she saw the hazy moonlight, she quickened her pace and rushed over again.

Soon, she realized that the moonlight was coming in through the window.

Behind this, there are not only windows, but also doors.

Unlocking and pulling the door were done in one smooth motion.

The instant the door opened, a wall blocked her way, and a cold, icy touch came from her forehead, like...