Chapter 004: Anomaly

The blood flowed profusely, completely soaking the tiles on the ground

Colin recalled the words of the one-eyed woman, stating that patients with abyssal syndrome would fall into an indescribable reality, and if they could withstand its mental shock, they would gain supernatural abilities

However, the interpersonal relationships of Colin are simple; in that case, let's give his ex-wife a try

I often do this as well; usually, I will find a good place... you know.

The night sky of Los Angeles is drizzled with fine rain resembling dust particles, and under the pollution of the glass facades of buildings and neon lights, the puddles on the ground reflect a myriad of murky colors

Colin wiped his nosebleed with the sleeve of his coat, looking at the cashier in surprise

To verify his hypothesis, Colin walked to the entrance of the convenience store

Di Mo's hand was held in a loose grip, shaking up and down as he made an indecent gesture, adding: "You can go check the bathroom at the back; there's still my masterpiece on the doorknob."

At 13:05 today, an explosion occurred in the central business district of Los Angeles

Indeed

Colin rolled down the car window and leaned out, wondering why it was so congested today. Logically speaking, today is a weekday, and there shouldn't be so many cars leaving the city.

Di Mo saw Colin walk out and threw a can of beer over, which Colin caught steadily

Yet it does not resemble a dream, as the experiences were too vivid, and I can even clearly remember many details

Run away

Colin is quite dangerous and must be approached with caution

Therefore, while Grey was waiting at the checkpoint, she did not forget to pay attention to the cars lined up behind her

After negotiating the price with the driver, set off immediately

I do not know whether it was a fleeting moment or an eternity that felt so long

Greta pondered for a moment; if she were Colin, she would definitely go to the ATM first and then return home to retrieve important items, as it would be unreasonable to carry a large bag of belongings while withdrawing money

The sound from the cashier's mobile phone on speaker mode is disturbing to the mind

Boom

to ignore

The road with a speed limit of 50 kilometers per hour was turned into a championship by her

Due to the economic recession, taxi companies have increased their fares instead of lowering them, and unlicensed taxis are becoming increasingly prevalent

If I were Colin, I would never run away aimlessly. The best approach would be to find someone to assist him, evade the scrutiny, and seek another way out. Otherwise, under the overwhelming announcements, he would soon be found by official personnel or reported by the public

Clicking sound ... ...

A message arrived on the phone, sent by the officer who was taking notes for himself, stating that there was a matter of special urgency and that he needed to rush to the police station immediately

Where does Colin's ex-wife reside

The number of casualties has been reported as twenty-seven, and the police are conducting further investigations

I will check. The officer was searching in the police database, "His ex-wife lives in the villa community on Liberty City Bay Avenue, number 101"

In the blue flames, Colin let out a piercing howl

Di Mo's behavior is different from before because he made different choices; he did not stop him from stealing nor did he pay for him, yet all other details are completely consistent

Agent Grey, his phone is unreachable. The officer expressed some confusion and added: "Moreover, he just withdrew 80,000 yuan in cash from his bank card"

A man wearing a brown wool coat got out of the car, carrying a travel bag, and walked leisurely towards the nearby woods

The wild ones are the vehicles that operate without a business license while still charging passengers.

... ...

He did not dare to delay any longer, immediately went to the ATM to withdraw cash, and then returned home to rummage through all the reserve cash, before finding a wild vehicle to leave the city

Colin was struck as if by thunder, and even in doubt, he could not help but believe all of this at this very moment

He took a cigarette out of his pocket, trembling fingers placed it between his lips, lit it with a lighter, and took several deep puffs.

Los Angeles station exit

Before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Grey

Colin was greatly shocked, dispersing some of the strangeness he was experiencing; he is truly a mysterious man

He quickly finished smoking a cigarette

Following that

It is impossible, neither early nor late, yet it happens at this moment

Damn

Colin made a decision; the madwoman's attitude towards patients with潜渊症 was quite evident, treating individuals like herself as nothing more than complete monsters and criminals, having long since been judged and condemned, with the probability of surviving being exceedingly low.

Only then did Di Mo open the door of the orange convertible sports car, sit in the driver's seat, and dump all the stolen items down. Next to him sat a seductive woman in a deep V blue gown.

To withdraw a large amount of cash from the bank, an appointment is required in advance. A few tens of thousands can be withdrawn directly, but this amount is only sufficient for one's living expenses for a year and a half. What will happen afterwards

Gretel asked coldly

Gretchen was originally waiting at the checkpoint. Based on Colin's work experience, he is quite an intelligent person, rather astute

[Number S - 2, has been eliminated]

Three days ago, the police informed him that although he was not listed as a suspect, he should refrain from leaving the city for a month. If there are any developments, he must be summoned immediately. He must report to the police before leaving the city; otherwise, he will bear the corresponding consequences

Colin slipped a hundred yuan to the driver and hurriedly got out of the car door

Will I still be able to turn back time then? Perhaps there is only this one chance; if I die this time, it will be the end.

When Colin is about to step into the forest

After firing two shots in quick succession, both hit their target with precision. The remaining bullet struck Colin's torso, piercing through and creating a large hole, engulfed in raging flames

A man with long hair wearing a black leather jacket is stealing, stuffing beer and snacks into his coat.

Colin's head exploded directly

I have a matter to attend to. You are to arrange for inspections at all checkpoints leading to Freedom City. Report to me immediately if you find Colin. If I have not returned by 12 o'clock, please inform my colleagues and issue a wanted notice. Colin is a murderer responsible for the deaths of over twenty people and is a prime suspect in the sexual assault and murder of women.

Impossible! How could such a thing happen!

The phone rang, and the caller ID displayed Los Angeles Police Department, no longer a private number of an officer, but rather an official phone number

This is your portion

Colin felt as if he had experienced a nightmare, dreaming that he was being scorched by fierce flames, enduring unimaginable pain

Having said that, Grey left the police station and arrived at the parking lot

Gretel retrieved the sniper rifle that had already been fully assembled and loaded it with specially designed ammunition

What should be done next

It is oneself

The woman said she needed to test her controllability and had to ask some questions. God knows what the correct answers are; answering incorrectly would result in death

She looked at Colin's background check for a while, noting that he was twenty-six years old and had just left a securities firm. She did not expect that he was so young and had already been divorced once.

The only reason that could cause a blockage is the presence of a routine inspection ahead

Should we just run away and escape far away?

Inside the Los Angeles Police Department

Leaving Colin in a state of disarray, I inexplicably became an accomplice, and for no apparent reason, I was involved in the distribution of stolen goods. You drive a sports car worth several million, with an elegant and sexy Eastern European fashion model sitting beside you, yet you choose to steal beer from a convenience store. Is there something seriously wrong with your mind?

Ding

Colin's consciousness was hazy, and the surrounding scenery seemed like a world apart; before him, the display case was piled high with an array of exquisite spirits

Since ancient times, burning at the stake has been the most brutal form of execution

After stealing the items, Di Mo stood up straight and scanned the surroundings, noticing the disheveled Colin, whose sleeves and the corners of his mouth were stained with blood

Colin only felt that he was seeing ghosts, had he foreseen the future, or was it something else

The officer was taken aback by the statement, wondering how it was related to rape and serial killers, and said: "But that corpse cannot..."

I am a patient with潜渊症, and time reversal is my special ability

After completing all of this, Di Mo stepped on the accelerator and drove away swiftly

Inside the convenience store

Having said that, Di Mo left directly, and when checking out at the counter, he only paid for a box of chewing gum

I have all the authority, you just need to do as I say

Everything is true

The head is in excruciating pain, with a strong piercing sensation as if a sharp object is violently thrusting into the skull, the intense pain penetrating directly to the crown of the head

At high speed, her skills were unparalleled as she maneuvered past one vehicle after another, without even wearing a helmet

What should I do? Should I answer it?

I own two properties in Los Angeles. Although they are mortgaged, I have already paid sixty percent of the amount from the beginning until now. Should I just let it all go to waste like this

He felt something unusual on his lips, reached out to touch it, and a warm sensation came from his fingertip. Looking down, he was astonished to see dark red blood.

Having succumbed to the condition of latent abyssal syndrome, I transformed into a monstrous entity, attempting to kill Grey. However, I was ultimately slain by the formidable Grey, reduced to ashes, and after my death, I returned to this very moment

The shooting distance exceeded one hundred meters, and even Grey set up the gun, with the remaining one-eyed sniper using the sight to locate Colin's vital points, ensuring the precision of the shot

Gretel did not relent; she dashed forward with the posture of an athlete pursuing speed, firing several more shots.

Monster

Greta had to do this considering Colin's dangerousness; only extremely powerful individuals with Abyssal Syndrome have the potential to infect others

If one is meticulous in thought, one would not choose the nearest exit station from home; however, considering the concept of time and the pursuit of speed, one might indeed make that choice

Until not a trace of Colin Gray remains, drifting away with the wind until it becomes nothingness

Gretel, with a blank expression, took out her phone and typed rapidly with her fingers.

So familiar, I have experienced what just happened myself

Bang

Colin's back was drenched in cold sweat

Are you thinking about something unhealthy, my friend

Onlookers could only see the vibrant glow of the red taillights rushing by, stirring up a whirlwind.

Colin sensed that something was amiss; it was not merely an issue of too many cars. Could it be that there was an accident ahead?

The most important thing is

It was a top-tier racing motorcycle, its black linear silhouette resembling that of a fierce beast

But one cannot hide for long; as time passes, one will inevitably be found by them.

Gretel only received the test report today, indicating that the source of contamination for the female corpse comes from Colin, and the preparation time was insufficient.

... ...

Bang

Has time reversed?

Colin still could not believe it, thinking that there was something wrong with his mind. Ever since that incident occurred next door in the apartment, his mental state had been in a terrible condition

This is good news, indicating that he has not yet left the city

The young woman, upon seeing these things, was filled with immense admiration for Di Mo, her beautiful eyes sparkling with little stars, and she planted a kiss on his cheek

Greta's eternally expressionless poker face seemed to show no signs of surprise

Greta's imposing tall figure allowed her to easily mount, and the roar of the engine echoed through the surrounding streets