Northern Jilin Ghost House (Part 2)
After experiencing the terrifying attack by the faceless little girl, Lin Yu and the other two were still frightened, but a strong sense of mission drove them to continue exploring this basement that resembled a demon's lair. The stench of decay in the basement grew stronger, as if a malicious force welled up from the depths of time. It was a mixture of dampness, mold, and blood. Every trace of the smell was like an invisible hand, tightly grasping their hearts and lungs, making them almost suffocate.
Ouyang Zhenghao's grip on the weapon was as tight as an iron clamp, veins bulging on the back of his hand, his knuckles white from the strain. Terror surged in his eyes, yet tinged with a resolute determination that would never yield. "This damn place is like the gateway to hell. Who knows what even more terrifying thing will pop up next?" he muttered softly, his voice echoing in the claustrophobic basement, yet seemed instantly swallowed by the darkness, leaving no trace. His heartbeat, though calming slightly from its earlier panic, remained as pounding as a drum, each beat tinged with alarm for unknown danger. The terrifying image of the faceless little girl lingered in his mind like a nightmare, every detail crystal clear and lingering, keeping his nerves constantly tense, ready to snap at the slightest provocation.
Chen Yao stared intently at the instrument, the data jumping wildly. Her brows knitted together, forming a deep frown. "The magnetic field disturbance has reached unimaginable levels, and we've also detected a strange energy fluctuation we've never seen before. It's incredibly strong and volatile, like a bomb poised to explode at any moment." Chen Yao's voice was tinged with unmistakable anxiety. As an expert in the field of occultism, she was both curious and deeply concerned about this energy fluctuation beyond her comprehension. She desperately searched her knowledge for an explanation, but to no avail. This uncertainty fueled her inner unease, which snowballed. She knew this mysterious energy fluctuation might signal a far greater danger, that they were treading steadily into a bottomless, perilous vortex of terror.
Lin Yu's brow furrowed, his eyes revealing solemnity and vigilance, like a sharp cheetah, always ready to respond to sudden danger. He knew that in this perilous basement, every new discovery could mean the difference between life and death. "Everyone must remain highly vigilant. This strange energy fluctuation could trigger unexpected danger at any time. We must continue to search for clues and must understand the source of this energy and its inextricable connection to the strange phenomena in the building," Lin Yu said. His voice was steady and powerful, trying to convey confidence to his teammates, but in fact, he was also filled with worry. He constantly pondered his response strategy. In this environment full of unknowns, every decision was like walking on the edge of a cliff. A single mistake could lead to a fall from grace.
As they slowly descended deeper into the basement, the surroundings grew increasingly eerie, as if they had entered a cursed world. Blurred bloody handprints began to appear on the walls, varying in size and shape. Some were broad, clearly those of adults; others were smaller, undoubtedly those of children. The bloody handprints were deeply embedded in the wall, as if the victims, in their final moments, had pressed with all their might, attempting to signal for help. Or perhaps it was like the angry marks left on the wall by their unwilling souls, telling of the tragedy and injustice of that year.
"These bloody handprints... could they really have been left by those pitiful victims?" Ouyang Zhenghao exclaimed in horror, his eyes filled with shock and fear, as if he were witnessing the horrific tragedy of yesteryear replaying itself before his eyes. At that moment, a surge of grief and indignation surged within him, his hatred for the invaders burning like a raging fire. This also solidified his resolve to uncover the truth and appease the resentment of the wronged souls, even if the road ahead was fraught with danger and thorns.
Lin Yu slowly approached the wall and leaned over to examine the bloody handprints carefully. "It's very possible that these bloody handprints could be the key to unlocking this mystery. Chen Yao, see if you can detect any special energy residue from these bloody handprints. This might help us understand what happened back then," Lin Yu said, his eyes gleaming with anticipation, as if he had seen a faint glimmer of light in the darkness. He hoped to find a key clue from these bloody handprints, peeling back the mystery of the Ghostly Soul Building and uncovering the truth hidden in the darkness.
Chen Yao quickly produced a small energy detector and carefully approached the bloody handprint to examine it. The instrument emitted a faint light, and data flickered wildly on the screen. "Detected! An extremely strong residual negative energy, filled with pain, resentment, and fear, nearly overwhelmed my instrument. It's undoubtedly closely connected to the strange phenomena within the building, perhaps contributing to all these terrifying events." Chen Yao said, her eyes a mixture of excitement at discovering a clue and concern for this powerful negative energy. She knew that this energy was beyond imagination and could cause them even greater trouble. They had to be extremely cautious in their response.
At that moment, from deep within the basement came the sound of heavy footsteps. "Dong... Dong... Dong..." Each step seemed to tread on their heartbeats, instantly straining their nerves like strings about to break. The footsteps were slow and powerful, carrying a chilling sense of oppression, as if an incredibly heavy object was slowly approaching them.
"Something's coming again!" Lin Yu quickly raised his weapon, his muscles tensed like a beast poised for a pounce, and he looked warily in the direction of the footsteps. Ouyang Zhenghao and Shen Yao also immediately entered combat mode, staring intently into the darkness, their eyes filled with fear and determination, awaiting the arrival of an unknown danger. At this moment, their breathing became rapid and heavy, and every heartbeat seemed like a countdown. The tense atmosphere was like a physical rope, tightly constricting their throats, making it almost impossible to breathe.
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