Chapter 4, The Corpse, is in motion

"What appeared out of thin air?" he asked

Xia Yan really looked around and found a ring buckle inside the white coat, which was just right to fit the handle of the fire axe

The young man is not being honest

Tao E slowed his pace and retreated behind Xia Yan.

Therefore, the best mode of transportation for them at present is the bicycle

Good

The construction site outside the wall is not large; it should merely be the "ruins and remnants" left after the construction of the wall.

Hmm... no, let's talk about it later said Xia Yan, shaking his head

Soon, the two individuals found the necessary means of transportation—two bicycles parked by the roadside

However, Xia Yan's current appearance is indeed quite strange

Good

... ... Can you still not see?" Tao E turned to glance at Xia Yan.

Time gradually passes

It can be considered a way to conceal the axe

Xia Yan really leaned over to look outside together

Xia Yan truly tore off a piece of paper and wrote down the words spoken by Tao E

Xia Yan Zhen walked over, not taking out the axe hidden in his clothes, and directly grasped the body and the head of the lock with both hands

He hardly exerted any force except for the first strike; with just a slight touch, the three black-haired monsters fell down

Xia Yan's expression revealed confusion as she glanced at her own hand

"Remember, at three o'clock in the evening, a dark creature will appear outside and wander about," Tao E said, looking outside.

Xia Yan frowned slightly and silently retreated behind Tao E, which was indeed the correct course of action

After walking about 10 meters outside, one can see a very simple iron sheet wall, which has quite a few gaps that allow people to come and go freely

A scene of deep night solitude, much colder and more desolate than the scene initially observed by Xia Yan, Zhen, and Tao E.

"What a mess, let's go," he said to Tu Shu Tao E, feeling somewhat uneasy at the sight of these warnings and the chaotic scribbles.

As time goes by, the number continues to increase, and just the ones visible in the ceramic kiln alone may number in the hundreds

Before long, they arrived at the street outside

Two individuals entered the clothing store, fumbled a bit to turn on the lights, and found that it was not large and completely empty.

Ding ding ding ... ...

Xia Yan is not yet an adult, so naturally, she does not drive. She plans to learn during the summer vacation after graduating from high school.

Suddenly, a chime rang out from an unknown source

He let out a soft sigh, secretly applauding his own cleverness.

A total of three times

There are still some that are in complete disarray, with the structure of the characters being utterly chaotic

No entry

It has not become this way now

Tao E walked to the edge of the iron wall and turned back to take a look

Tao E weighed the situation and decisively decided: "We will go and save people"

In order to conserve their energy, and also because they had no idea where they were heading, the two of them were not cycling quickly

The character "镇" has little reference value based on the observed situation

After hiding it well, the two of them quickly walked outside together

But it has been like this from the very beginning

"What are you looking at?" Tao E asked

Entry is strictly prohibited; consequences are at your own risk

Although the streetlights are still on, all the shops on both sides have already closed, with none of them remaining open

This store is a men's clothing shop. The storefront appears to be small, with glass sliding doors on the outside and a partially lowered roller shutter inside.

In places that are not visible, it is also unknown how many there will be

This is not the right time

Occasionally, one or two cars will rush by at a considerable speed, while the street is deserted on both sides

The car and the picture book swerved erratically on the road, knocking over several black furry creatures, and came to a halt across the street with the sound of brakes screeching

I will observe further; you see if there are any maps or similar items.

"Hand me the axe... no, on second thought, you do it. If that doesn't work, we can change locations," Tao E said, changing his mind halfway through.

The two individuals immediately exited the shop, with Tao E leading the way, opening his mouth.

He walked to the door, pulled down the rolling shutter a little, and squatted down to observe outside: "You had better change your clothes."

This cursed place must have issues, we need to find a spot to hide for a while, Tao E analyzed

Like a reckless bull, charging in one direction without care will undoubtedly lead to unknown dangers, while going out to save people presents a visible danger

Only the small lock that comes with it is locked; not to mention Xia Yan, even an adult like Tao E could easily break it with force

Tao E does not wish for any complications to arise, resulting in two individuals being arrested and causing an inability to leave.

In an excessively quiet environment, there is a high probability that danger is lurking.

Instead, the left hand moved forward, swiftly grasping the head of the incoming individual and tossing it aside

"Something seems off," Tao E said. "Look at the street; there isn't a single pedestrian, not a single shop is open, and now there are no cars either."

A fire axe can be used for self-defense, serving as a handy tool in dangerous situations or other circumstances.

There are words on the wall, said Xia Yan.

"There are a total of six... my soul screams, along with Xiaoxia, we should be able to handle it." Tao E's mind was racing.

In less than two seconds, three black-haired monsters were dealt with

At present, it seems that outside the hospital in this town of madmen, things are still relatively normal

As a complete newcomer, Xia and the librarian Yan Zhen should heed advice like flowing water; a novice must possess the awareness of a novice

Xia Yan glanced at the clock on the wall of the shop; the time had already reached 4:30

The remaining few black-haired monsters immediately abandoned the vehicle and charged towards the two individuals

Xia Yan really found a suitable size of black, comfortable sports casual clothing to change into

The streetlights on both sides of the road were still lit. Tao E glanced around and chose to head to a shop by the roadside

"Where are we going now?" Xia Yan asked earnestly

As time passed, Tao E's brows furrowed deeper and deeper, and a sudden brake came to a stop

The patient is wearing lower body hospital pants, a doctor's white coat, and is holding a fire axe in one hand

Suddenly, a distinct sound of an engine erupted

"You still say that your mission did not yield any benefits?" Tao E looked at Xia Yan Zhen

There are no computers or similar items at the counter, but there are calculators, notepads, and pens

He cannot say that his terrifying physical condition is actually unrelated to this strange "dream"

I do not wish to linger here for even a second

Those black-haired creatures come and go, with their numbers reduced to only a few scattered individuals

Xia Yan really searched but did not find a local map

No, I see them as if they are ordinary people sleepwalking. Xia Yan really shook his head; he did not see a single hair—there was originally some, but the visible hair does not count.

Tao E walked over and, illuminated by the moonlight, saw not only words on the wall but also various prohibitory signs and patterns

Oh. Xia Yan nodded, then waved the axe in his hand, "What should we do about this?"

"Why cycling ... ..." Having chosen a direction, a road, the two began to ride, and Xia Yan could not help but ask.

Tao E is not capable of this operation

It is as if a patient with a mental disorder has taken off their doctor's coat; if seen by others, there is an eighty to ninety percent chance that they will call the police

Three or four remaining black-haired creatures immediately rushed over, surrounding the vehicle and starting to smash it.

The corpse is moving

Hmm. Xia Yan nodded in agreement

"No, one came from a place I hadn't noticed, and the other two came from those closed shops," Tao E said

A "masterpiece" casually drawn by someone who seems to be insane

Xia Yan really did not keep up, turning around to stare at those tall walls

The three black-haired creatures on the vehicle were thrown off

Several figures appeared on the originally deserted street

A car came speeding along, with several black-haired creatures perched on the hood and roof.

At first glance, it seems to be that character, but upon closer inspection, one will find it to be completely different

The yellow light at the intersection is flashing

Not at all slower than Tao E

What happened? Tao E asked.

Hmm. Tao E slightly nodded and continued to observe

Tao E decided not to wander around recklessly anymore

If they remain outside, they will be attacked by these black-haired monsters

Are they sleepwalking by not sleeping in the middle of the night

"Alright." Xia Yan really agreed.

Faint ripples surged from his mouth, striking the three black-furred creatures that had approached on their own after noticing the two individuals.

After checking everything, Tao E turned off the lights, leaving only the desk lamp on the cashier counter

Immediately afterwards, with a casual wave of the hand, the other two black-haired monsters were either struck down or pushed to the ground

"Even if I can drive, will you steal the car?" Tao E said

It is currently 3:00 AM

Accompanied by the sound of metal cracking, the lock head successfully separated from the lock body

"Find a means of transportation," Tao E said, not knowing just how large this Madman Town really was

Warning

Behind the * picture * book, there is also a restroom, and there is no staircase leading to the second floor, just a simple storefront

We now need an intelligence source to ascertain the situation in this Madman Town

Those black-haired creatures wander the streets, resembling the patrolling monsters in video games

Maps of local cities or towns are inherently rare

Those "people" wandering the streets are just like the initial intimidation from the one on the hospital bed

Is there anything else? he asked after finishing.

The term "Black-haired Monster" is what Tao E saw and referred to.

With a look of astonishment from Tao E, it was pulled apart to both sides

"See if you can hide it and take it with you; if that doesn't work, just throw it away," Tao E said

Tao E will start the meeting, but he cannot perform the actions of characters in films and television—such as punching through a car window (this is something Xia Yan can definitely handle), and then pulling out two wires from under the steering wheel to start the car.

In the eyes of Xia Yan, what lay on the ground, with its iron-gray complexion, was clearly a corpse.

Observing outside, Tao E's eyes first narrowed, then widened, as he called out to Xia Yanzhen: "Come and take a look"

Xia Yan really said ambiguously in the past: "There may be, but I haven't discovered it myself"

Covered in black fur, it is clearly a monster

The summer evening next to me has truly come to a stop

The door handle of the glass door is secured with a common long U-shaped lock, where the lock body and the key can be completely separated

Xia Yan was also not hesitant, catching up with the foremost "person". He hesitated for a moment and did not use the axe he was holding in his right hand

The three black-haired creatures trembled, fell to the ground, convulsed a couple of times, and then lay still

Some of these characters and patterns are relatively normal, while others are in complete disarray and require careful examination to discern

Two mannequin models' lower bodies can be seen