Chapter 008: Save People? Kill People!
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Help ... ... Help me ... ... Who will come to save me ... ...
After some contemplation, Xin Tu decisively chose to turn right
What caught Xin Tu's attention was that the man was holding a red shield, while the woman had a dagger that shimmered with a cold light. Xin Tu immediately concluded that the shield and the dagger must be gifts from the White Light People, just like the healing spray and the silver spear.
Officer Wang swallowed and said, "Alright"
Officer Wang thought for a moment and felt that what Xin Tu said made sense, "I just don't know what that white light person actually wants us to do"
He is not afraid of death, nor is he cowardly; otherwise, he would not have chosen a career in the armed police. However, he has a three-year-old daughter who needs his care, and she is his only family. He has already lost his wife, and he does not want to let his daughter down again
Xintu said: "Act according to the situation." As he spoke, he attached the tactical flashlight to the body of his gun, aiming the muzzle in the direction of the approaching person. "You keep an eye on my back. I always feel like something is following me from behind."
In fact, Xin Tu has another purpose, which is to wait for the monster he injured to come, so that he can take advantage of the narrow triangular tunnel terrain here to kill it. With such a monster harboring resentment and keeping an eye on him, Xin Tu finds it truly difficult to feel at ease. However, the monster has not appeared for a long time, and Xin Tu can no longer afford to wait.
"What happened? Is there a monster?" Officer Wang gripped his spear and approached Xintu, standing back to back, keeping watch over the top of the stone steps
Police Officer Wang stood firm over a meter away from the monster, thrusting his spear with force. With a sound of "ding," the spear tip pierced through the creature's spine. With another push, half of the spear blade was embedded inside. After pulling it out and examining it closely, he remarked, "The monster's blood has not corroded the spear; it can be used to deal with the monster."
"There is light over there, there must be someone. Hurry, let us go over quickly." A woman's voice sounded.
As Tu and Wang, the police officer, exchanged glances, Wang said, "You hold the spear; I already have a gun in my hand. Ha, unless you want to trade the spear for your gun." Wang quickly picked up the spear and replied, "I didn't mean that; this will do for me." He pointed to the monster behind Tu and said, "I'll go see if this spear can harm that monster."
Xin Tu said: "We are not here for archaeological exploration. Continue moving forward. Be cautious and stay close to the wall. This place is most suitable for an ambush." Officer Wang replied: "Brother Tu, I think you are more of a warrior than I am." Xin Tu responded: "A warrior? Carrying a gun at the front to die, using one's life to draw fire, and then becoming the cannon fodder that adds merit to the commanders hiding behind?" Officer Wang said: "Brother Tu, you shouldn't say that. Courageous combat is an essential quality of a warrior, and it is a sacred duty, it is ..." Xin Tu interrupted: "Alright, alright. I know you are a qualified warrior. Carrying a gun at the front to die, using one's life to draw fire, and then becoming the cannon fodder that adds merit to the commanders hiding behind?" Officer Wang reiterated: "Brother Tu, you shouldn't say that. Courageous combat is an essential quality of a warrior, and it is a sacred duty, it is ..." Xin Tu interjected: "Alright, alright. I know you are a qualified warrior. So get ready for courageous combat!"
As they spoke, the two finally exited the triangular tunnel. In fact, the tunnel was not very long; it was just that along the way there were either traps or monsters, and the time spent was prolonged, which made Xin Tu and Officer Wang feel that the tunnel was exceedingly long
"Do you know the way to leave here?" Officer Wang asked
Thus, Xin Tu stepped aside, and the muzzle of the gun was lowered
Xintuodao: "Your daughter must be very lovely, right? Hehe, it seems she has a caring and loving father."
Xin Tu held the tactical flashlight backward, directing the beam behind him. Based on previous experiences, Xin Tu believed that the monster was quite sensitive to or averse to light. He then said: "After witnessing the terror of that monster, I believe our main threat comes from those creatures, not the pyramid. Moreover, if we are to be pedantic, our task is to 'escape the pyramid' rather than 'escape the maze,' and it is 'escape.' Since it is 'escape,' the emphasis is on the danger we face in leaving the pyramid, rather than anything else. So, let’s muster some confidence and determination, Officer Wang"
Previously, everyone was concerned with questions such as "resurrection" and "where is this place," and few paid special attention to the appearances and figures of others
I don't know," said Xin Tu
Then, Xin Tu saw an object that transformed from virtual to real appear before Officer Wang, and with a clatter, it fell to the ground after fully materializing
As soon as the words fell, Xin Tu suddenly turned around and said, "Stop!" While speaking, Xin Tu hurried down several steps.
A man and a woman rushed over, their faces a mix of lingering fear and excitement, tears and snot completely ruining their appearance. Their expression, as if they believed that Xintu would surely risk his life to save them, only filled Xintu with disgust.
There is a ghost! There is a ghost! Do not kill me, do not kill me...
The rescue of Wang by the police is not merely a manifestation of their goodwill and benevolence.
In this place filled with peril at every turn, it would be a lie for Xin Tu to claim he is not afraid. Especially after just experiencing a struggle with a monster. Therefore, Xin Tu needs someone, not a companion or comrade, but someone to scout ahead for him while simultaneously drawing the attention of the monsters.
Xin Tu took a few steps back and smiled at Officer Wang, saying, "I hope you don't hold a grudge against me. I certainly don't want to be distracted by having to guard against you while also being on the lookout for monsters sneaking up on me."
Xintu Dao: "Alright. Then let's go. We have already spent quite a bit of time here. By the way, based on my observations during this period, the structure of this pyramid should change every ten minutes."
Suddenly, terrified cries for help came from ahead, and the chaotic footsteps grew closer. Judging by the sound, there were at least two people, one male and one female
There is a feeling of unease, as the unknown danger draws ever closer
Suddenly, there appeared a gleaming silver spear! Under the illumination, the spear's tip glimmered with a cold light, clearly a lethal weapon for killing and plundering
Officer Wang's expression was one of melancholy
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At this moment, Officer Wang is cautious and vigilant. From Xin Tu's methods, it is evident that he is not an ordinary person; he is ruthless, composed, and merciless. When Officer Wang arrives, Xin Tu is someone who is not afraid of death and can afford to die, while he himself cannot afford to die.
Xin Tu fixed the man's head in the center of the crosshairs, then pulled the trigger
You will know once you have lived to tell the tale
Thus, Officer Wang consciously stepped forward, resting the spear against his waist with the tip pointing forward. In this way, even if there were traps on the ground, he would not fall down as long as the spear was supporting him
Officer Wang said: "What are these things?"
"Hurry up," said Xin Tu, and then he fired a shot towards the tunnel entrance.
However, just now, he distinctly felt that something was following him from behind
A man and a woman; the man is exceptionally handsome, resembling one of the five Koreans from before, while the woman is from the Republic District, strikingly beautiful and tall
"I am not deaf," Xin Tu said, "Officer Wang, it seems that it is time for you to demonstrate your bravery in battle."
Could it be... what if it is not as you said? Officer Wang asked
Especially that woman, when she runs, her two breasts sway under the illumination of the tactical flashlight, combined with her delicate and helpless appearance, with tear stains all over her face, it can definitely evoke a strong desire for protection in males
The man suddenly threw his head back and fell directly to the ground
Officer Wang's hand trembled as he held the spear, Xin Tu's words striking directly at his most vulnerable spot, "Then... what should I do?"
And what about me? ... That so-called father of mine, Lu Qianlong, the head of the Lu family, drove him out of the house twelve years ago as if he were a plague.
The sound of footsteps grew closer. Soon, Xin Tu saw two disheveled individuals emerge from the left.
What is going on? It seems that one by one, they have activated the light orbs given by the white light beings, while I have not seen a single hair or any illustrations.
Hands clasped together
What Xin Tu understood more clearly was that with the arrival of these two individuals, the source of danger pursuing them was also lured over. With monsters behind and unknown dangers ahead, Xin Tu and the others found themselves trapped in this hall, facing imminent peril themselves, leaving no room for thoughts of doing good or saving others
Good
The two individuals quickened their pace and soon ascended the stone steps. Before their eyes lay a spacious hall, illuminated by lights that revealed peculiar stone sculptures arranged on both sides of the hall. Along the walls stood two rows of larger stone sculptures, each adorned with armor and masks, wielding strange long spears. Additionally, the walls were covered with bizarre relief patterns that appeared to resemble some form of writing
Upon closer inspection, the woman seemed somewhat familiar to Xintu. It was not just a recent encounter; she must have been seen somewhere earlier. However, Xintu was certain that she did not know her.
Xin Tu glanced at Officer Wang and said, "I will ask you directly: if going to save them puts your life in danger and you are very likely to die, leaving your three-year-old daughter all alone and helpless, would you still think about saving them?"
Like Wang Dong, does it also appear in the mind
Officer Wang has indeed lost some blood, his cheeks pale as paper under the light, yet his gaze remains resolute. "All I want now is to survive. Although you have made me suffer quite a bit and nearly caused my death, in the end, if it weren't for your rescue, I would undoubtedly be dead. We are even now, right? Moreover, I understand that when facing such monsters, even a gun may not guarantee a kill, and one person's strength is indeed limited. Trust me, I do not wish to die, so I will cooperate with you. If you do not trust me, there is nothing I can do; the gun is in your hands."
Well then. Assuming that the pyramid we are in is both a maze and filled with monsters, what chance do we have of escaping alive? I would say we don't even have a 10% chance. Since the book has already determined that we are destined to die, why did the white light being bring us here? Didn't he say we were to work for him? Or is it something about being a 'Pioneer'—that name does sound quite nice. Moreover, he provided us with a magical spray and the spear in your hand. If we are doomed to die, then what is his purpose in all this?
Officer Wang held the spear, placing its tip against the top of the tunnel to demonstrate that he had no ill intentions, and then walked past Xin Tu.
Xin Tu fired three shots in quick succession, all hitting the entrance of the triangular tunnel where the two individuals had previously been located
Xin Tu noticed that there was also a round relief on the wall directly facing the tunnel entrance, identical to the one seen earlier
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It is truly laughable to place one's hope for survival in the hands of others! Unless you experience what true despair is, you will never understand what genuine enlightenment truly means
Xin Tu stared into Officer Wang's eyes, extended his hand, and smiled, saying: "Alright. We are even now. Wishing us a pleasant cooperation"
Upon exiting the tunnel, there is a corridor that is one meter wide and two meters high, with stone stairs leading upwards on both the left and right sides, approximately ten meters away.
There is someone
Xintu said, "I don't know. But I suspect that even if this pyramid changes every ten minutes, it shouldn't be difficult to get out." Officer Wang asked, "Why?" Xintu replied, "Let's talk while we walk."
Are we going to save them
Save us, please save us, there are ghosts, there are ghosts...
Clearly, in the end, Xin Tu chose Officer Wang. This was due to his strong will to survive, his deep-seated concerns, and the fact that he was a professionally trained armed police officer. Additionally, based on previous observations, he did not appear to be the type who was overly calculating or scheming. For these reasons, Xin Tu decisively eliminated Wang Dong, whom he found untrustworthy, thereby saving Officer Wang.
Officer Wang said, "This is what suddenly appeared in my mind as I was on the verge of death. I do not know exactly how it came to be."