Ouyang Zhenghao interjected, "Have any villagers seen any other clues about the 'Meat Lotus' while awake? For example, any strange footprints, markings, or anything like that?" Anxiety flickered in Ouyang Zhenghao's eyes. He hoped the village chief's answer would yield some direct clues that would quickly uncover the mystery of the "Meat Lotus." His heart was filled with doubt and curiosity. He was eager to solve the mystery of this "Meat Lotus," a subject he had never heard of before, yet he was also apprehensive about the unknown dangers he faced.
The village chief shook his head and said helplessly: "Everyone was scared. They hid at home as soon as it got dark and dared not go out. Even during the day, they tried not to go close to the forest where the fog appeared. So, there are no other clues. Moreover, every time the fog appeared, we went to see it the next day, and there was no trace left, as if everything was just a nightmare." The village chief's face showed deep helplessness and despair. This ancient village has been shrouded in fear for too long, and he didn't know when such days would end.
Chen Yao pushed up her glasses, her eyes gleaming with intelligence behind them. "From what we've seen so far, the 'Meat Lotus' could be a supernatural phenomenon, but it could also be caused by some unknown creature. We need to conduct an on-site investigation to confirm this. Perhaps that forest holds the key to solving the mystery," she said, her voice calm and steady. As an expert in the occult, she possesses unique insights and keen perceptiveness regarding all sorts of bizarre phenomena. Yet, even so, she couldn't help but be moved by this strange occurrence, sensing a profound secret hidden beneath the surface—a secret that could potentially overturn their understanding of the world.
Lin Yu nodded and said, "Village chief, please show us the location of that forest. We'll go check it out tonight." Lin Yu's eyes revealed a firm determination. He knew that this was a dangerous task, but as a member of Bureau 749, it was his unshirkable responsibility to solve supernatural mysteries and protect the safety of the people.
The village chief showed a worried look on his face. He grabbed Lin Yu's arm tightly and said, "You must be careful. That place is too evil. The fog has appeared more and more frequently in the past few days. No one knows what will happen. I'm really worried that you will encounter an accident." The village chief's eyes were full of concern. He knew the dangers of the forest and did not want these brave outsiders to fall into the same predicament.
After bidding farewell to the village chief, Lin Yu and the other two prepared their equipment and, while it was still light, headed towards the forest. The forest was eerily quiet, as if time had stopped there. Only the rustling of fallen leaves as they stepped on them echoed in the silent forest, like the footsteps of death. The surrounding trees were tall and dense, their trunks so thick that it would take several people to hug them. Their branches intertwined, forming a natural dome that blocked out the sunlight and made the interior of the forest appear particularly dark. Occasionally, a few rays of sunlight would filter through the gaps in the leaves, creating patches of mottled light and shadow, casting bizarre patterns on the ground, as if countless pairs of prying eyes were constantly monitoring their every move.
"Lin Yu, why does this place feel strange? It's like something's watching us. Cold sweat breaks out on my back, and I feel like there's a pair of eyes watching us from the darkness." Ouyang Zhenghao glanced around warily, his hand unconsciously gripping the weapon at his waist. His eyes betrayed a hint of nervousness and fear. Despite his usual bravery, he couldn't help but feel uneasy in this unknown and strange environment. His heartbeat involuntarily quickened, and every slightest sound set his nerves on edge.
Lin Yu nodded and said, "Everyone, be careful and stay alert. Judging from the village chief's description, this 'Meat Lotus' is definitely something special. We can't let our guard down. Countless dangers may lurk here. We must remain vigilant at all times; any negligence could lead us into dire straits." Lin Yu's voice was deep and serious, fully aware of the difficulty and danger of this mission. As the team leader, he had to remain calm and instill confidence in his teammates, while also cautiously responding to any potential danger. At this moment, his inner vigilance was also filled with intense attention, maintaining a keen eye on everything around him, trying to detect potential threats in this seemingly peaceful forest.
Chen Yao carefully observed her surroundings, trying to find any clues related to the "Meat Lotus." Her eyes searched the forest, taking in every detail. Suddenly, she discovered strange symbols carved into the trunk of a large tree. The symbols were twisted and eerie, as if they had a life of their own, gleaming mysteriously in the dim light. The symbols resembled ancient script, or some mysterious pattern, with winding, interwoven lines that sent a chill down one's spine.
"Lin Yu, Ouyang, look at these symbols. Could they be related to the 'Meat Lotus'?" Chen Yao called out, her voice tinged with excitement and nervousness. As an expert in occultism, she had a keen interest in and in-depth research on various mysterious symbols. The appearance of these symbols gave her a glimmer of hope in uncovering the mystery of the 'Meat Lotus'. However, she also knew that these symbols might conceal deeper secrets and dangers.
Lin Yu and Ouyang Zhenghao hurried over and carefully examined the symbols. Lin Yu squatted down and gently touched the symbols with his fingers, trying to feel their texture and temperature. His brow was furrowed, and his eyes revealed concentration and confusion. "These symbols look very ancient and mysterious. Perhaps they are one of the key clues to solving the mystery of the 'Meat Lotus'. Chen Yao, please record these symbols and we will go back and study them. Let's see if we can find relevant information in the bureau's materials." Lin Yu said, a glimmer of hope ignited in his heart, hoping that these symbols could provide them with important clues to solve the mystery of the "Meat Lotus". At this moment, his heart was filled with anticipation, but also worried that the secrets hidden behind these symbols were too complex to decipher.
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