Chapter 622: Act the Whole Show
Deep into the night, the thick clouds covered the stars and the moon. The air was heavy with gloom and everyone was on edge. They stood by the shore, silently praying as they watched the freighter quietly stationed on the sea for Gu Fan and Jie.
"Quick, look. The mist is coming." With a pointer from Xiaohu, everyone saw a huge cloud of fog rolling toward them from the sea. The overwhelmingly white mist advanced quickly, enveloping everything in its path.
Despite knowing that they were safe on the island, everyone was still afraid. They watched the fog swallow the freighter and advanced toward the island, fear compelling them to take a few steps backward.
Yet Lin Xi remained calm: "Hiding will be of no use if danger truly comes."
Hearing this, everyone stopped retreating and stared at the advancing fog. Their hearts braced for the unknown, and they stood their ground until the fog enveloped them completely.
Meanwhile, Gu Fan, Jie, and the boss were enjoying their late-night meal on the ship, complaining with mock annoyance, "Why is it so late? I’m starved."
Upon hearing this, the Boss couldn’t help but laugh. "Gu Fan, I have to admire your attitude. Even in the face of fear, you can still crack jokes."
"I’m not afraid. The fact that I’m here means that I’m not afraid." Gu Fan replied stoutly, although his legs were slightly trembling.
The fear was not only Gu Fan’s. Jie was also subtly shaking. They both knew what would unfold and braced for the inevitable, but the thudding footsteps that echoed across the ship made their fears resurface.