749 Bureau Exposes the Tibetan Flesh Lotus Incident (Part 2)
As night fell, the forest seemed to be dragged swiftly into a dark abyss by an invisible, dark hand. The fog grew thicker, swirling through the forest like thick ink, rendering the already dim forest pitch dark. The faint aroma of meat was now almost nauseating, mingling with the stench of decay, weaving a suffocating web through the air. The eerie sound of a blooming lotus grew louder, no longer faint but resonating through the forest like a mighty bell. Each creak was like a sharp icicle, piercing the hearts of the crowd, causing their beats to uncontrollably jolt.
Lin Yu's heart tightened, a strong sense of crisis washing over him. He knew that in this strange and unpredictable environment, any moment of panic could lead them to irretrievable doom. He quickly turned, his gaze piercing, to Ouyang Zhenghao and Shen Yao, and spoke softly but firmly, "Everyone, stand back to back and remain vigilant. The 'Meat Lotus' may be about to appear. Judging from the current situation, this thing has no good intentions. We must remain calm and act accordingly." At this moment, Lin Yu's heartbeat accelerated rapidly, his heart pounding in his chest, threatening to burst. However, his years of adventuring experience helped him quickly suppress his fear, his mind racing, pondering a response. He knew that as the backbone of the team, he had to maintain his composure, instill confidence in his teammates, and lead them through this crisis.
Ouyang Zhenghao gripped his weapon tightly, his knuckles white from the strain. His eyes burned with fearless determination, but his slightly trembling hands betrayed his inner nervousness. "This damn place feels like it's full of hidden dangers. Lin Yu, if the 'Meat Lotus' really shows up, we must be careful. I don't want to be killed here." Ouyang Zhenghao's voice was firm, but the slight tremor in his voice betrayed his fear of the unknown. He could sense a powerful and sinister force approaching, and they had no idea what they would face. However, as a brave warrior, he would never allow himself to retreat in the face of fear, secretly vowing to fight the 'Meat Lotus' to the death and protect his teammates and himself.
Chen Yao nervously recorded the changes in her surroundings as she spoke, "From what I've seen so far, this fog and sound seem to be the prelude to the appearance of the 'Meat Lotus.' Perhaps we can determine its trajectory by observing the flow of the fog and the source of the sound. But this is all so bizarre. I've never encountered anything so strange." She struggled to remain calm. As an expert in the occult, she attempted to analyze the situation from a professional perspective, but she couldn't help but be swayed by the eerie atmosphere, a wave of fear gripping her. She knew the crisis before her was potentially more complex and dangerous than she'd imagined. Every decision she made hinged on their survival, and there was no room for error.
Suddenly, a massive silhouette emerged from the mist, vaguely recognizable as a giant lotus. As it drew closer, details became increasingly clear. The lotus, as the village chief had described, was indeed composed of flesh, with an unknown liquid flowing from its surface and emitting a sickening odor. The previous aroma of flesh had been completely replaced by this stench. The lotus's petals opened and closed, making a chilling sound, as if it were breathing. At the center of the lotus, a vague humanoid silhouette shrouded in a faint glow that flickered, as if poised to die at any moment, adding a touch of eeriness to the mysterious figure.
"This... this is the 'Meat Lotus'?" Ouyang Zhenghao exclaimed in surprise. The sight before him was completely beyond his comprehension, and a deep fear washed over him. His grip on his weapon trembled slightly. Facing such a strange creature, he was unsure if his attack would be effective. Countless thoughts flashed through his mind, pondering how to deal with this terrifying enemy, but each one was drowned out by fear the moment he saw the 'Meat Lotus'.
Lin Yu's face was solemn as he stared intently at the "Meat Lotus." He said, "No matter what it is, we cannot retreat. Everyone, please be cautious. Observe its movements and look for its weaknesses. A hasty attack could anger it, leading to an even more dangerous situation. We must remain calm and find the best moment to strike." Lin Yu knew full well that the "Meat Lotus" before him was no benefactor. The powerful and sinister aura it exuded made him uneasy. He tried to remain calm while also relaying messages to his teammates, asking them not to panic. At this moment, his heart was filled with vigilance, and he dared not take his eyes off the "Meat Lotus" for a moment, trying to find flaws in its movements and prepare for the upcoming battle.
The "Meat Lotus" seemed to sense their presence and slowly moved toward them. Its movement was peculiar, as if it were floating in the mist. There was no sound of footsteps, only the eerie sound of the lotus opening and closing and the dripping of liquid. As it approached, the temperature around them seemed to drop several degrees. Everyone shuddered, a chill running from the soles of their feet up into their hearts.
"Lin Yu, it's coming. What should we do?" Ouyang Zhenghao asked anxiously, a hint of panic in his eyes. His heartbeat was so rapid that he could practically hear it pounding in his ears. Facing this approaching terrifying monster, he felt an unprecedented pressure, unsure how to respond.
Lin Yu quickly considered a countermeasure. He discovered that the "Meat Lotus" wasn't moving very fast, and each time its petals opened, the humanoid outline at its center would briefly reveal itself. "Wait until it approaches. Ouyang, you attract its attention. I'll seize the opportunity to attack its center. Chen Yao, you use your expertise to see if you can find a way to restrain it. We must cooperate to have a chance of defeating it," Lin Yu said, readying his weapons and awaiting the perfect moment to strike. Although he was filled with fear, as the team's leader, he had to calmly formulate a strategy and lead them to victory over the enemy before them.
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