The branches sticking out from the tree trunks occasionally cut Nicole’s arm and neck. She walked past as if she did not feel it.

The tall and thin man behind her narrowed his eyes, laughed lightly, and followed with a fast pace.

Nicole did not know the way, yet she still went first when he told her to.

How stupid!

The tall and thin man intentionally guided the direction. They did not say anything on the way. Nicole was tired, hungry, and thirsty, but she did not say anything.

She felt herself shivering all over, but she had to grit her teeth and endure it.

If she fell into the hands of those thugs behind her, it would not end well.

The air was stiflingly hot and humid. Nicole tried to ignore the discomfort as she walked forward mechanically.

She thought that they had to walk until dark, but the tall and thin man in the front left side of her pursed his lips. His eyes had a smug gaze as he said, “Here we are.”

Nicole was surprised. She looked ahead and saw a bright, open space