【Sweetheart Lover】

Chapter 101 Crisis in the Tunnels

The strange sound echoed in the narrow tunnel, making everyone's heart rise to their throat. In the darkness, the sound seemed to be infinitely amplified, carrying an unknown fear, tightly grasping everyone's heart.

Ruan Jianan stopped and made a gesture for silence. Everyone held their breath, not daring to make a sound. In the darkness, only the heavy breathing of each other could be heard. Every breath seemed particularly heavy, as if the air had become thicker.

Lin Yanan tightly grasped Ruan Jianan's arm, her body trembling slightly, "Jianan, I'm scared." Her voice was sobbing, almost crying. Her fingers dug deep into Ruan Jianan's sleeves, and her body unconsciously moved closer to him, seeking a sense of security.

Ruan Jianan patted her hand gently, signaling her not to be afraid, and then he carefully groped towards the direction where the sound came from. His footsteps were very light, and he took every step carefully, for fear of disturbing the unknown existence in the darkness. His heartbeat echoed in his ears, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

Qin Hao and Cheng Feng followed closely behind, looking nervous and scanning the surroundings vigilantly. Qin Hao frowned and stared with wide eyes, trying to catch a clue in the darkness. Cheng Feng bit his lip and clenched his hands into fists unconsciously.

As they got closer, the sound became clearer and clearer, as if something was moving in the darkness. The rustling sound was creepy.

Suddenly, a huge rat ran past their feet, and Lin Yanan screamed in fear. "Ah!" Her voice echoed in the tunnel, full of fear and panic.

"It's just a mouse, don't be afraid." Ruan Jianan comforted him. He tried to keep his voice calm, but his heart was also flustered by this sudden fright.

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief and continued to move forward. However, they were still nervous, as the shock they had just experienced made their nerves even more tense.

The tunnel was filled with a foul smell, a mixture of dampness, decay, and death. The ground beneath their feet was slippery and muddy, and they could feel the stickiness and instability of their feet with every step. They walked with great difficulty, and had to be careful with every step, fearing that they would fall.

After walking for a while, there was a fork in the road ahead. At the fork, a faint air current brought a hint of fresh air, but also brought a dilemma of choice.

"Which way should I go?" Cheng Feng frowned, looking confused. He looked at the two forks in the road, his eyes full of hesitation and uneasiness.

Qin Hao thought for a moment and said, "The left side looks more spacious, maybe it's a way out." There was a hint of uncertainty in his voice, but more of a desire and expectation for survival.

Ruan Jianan was a little hesitant, "But it could also be a trap." His eyes moved back and forth between the two forks in the road, weighing the pros and cons in his mind.

While they were arguing, they heard footsteps from behind, and it sounded like there were quite a few people. The footsteps were neat and powerful, and every step seemed to be stepping on their hearts.

"Oh no, they're catching up!" Lin Yanan's face turned pale. Her eyes were filled with despair and fear, and her body began to tremble again.

"There's no time left, just pick one!" Ruan Jianan made a prompt decision and led everyone to the left fork. His decision was decisive and resolute, even though his heart was filled with fear and anxiety.

The road became darker and the air more turbid. The darkness seemed like a tangible entity, squeezing their bodies and minds.

They quickened their pace, but found that the road ahead was getting narrower and narrower, barely enough for one person to pass through. Water drops from the wall dripped onto their shoulders, bringing a chill.

At this time, the footsteps behind them were getting closer and closer. The sound was like a death drumbeat, making their heartbeats accelerate rapidly.

"Hurry up, hurry up!" Ruan Jianan urged everyone.

Lin Yanan tried to move forward, tears welling up in her eyes. "I... I can't walk anymore." Her voice was filled with helplessness.

Ruan Jianan turned around and took her hand, "Hold on, Yanan!"

Qin Hao and Cheng Feng were also encouraging her from behind.

Just when they thought they were about to escape, an iron fence suddenly appeared in front of them, blocking their way...