Chapter 010: The Dark Underground

After listening, Xia Xiaonuan's expression turned somber. It was evident that the people hidden on this island did not want them to leave. If that were the case, they would not be safe even when they reached the dock, as no one knew when the coast guard might pass by, or if they would pass at all. Waiting idly was clearly not a good strategy.

Wu Chen let out a bitter laugh and said, "It's not like that. We have been to the dock, but once we got there, everyone disappeared, didn't they?"

Wu Chen withdrew his gaze again, thinking about the shadow that had tried to steal his pocket watch. He had gone up to the rooftop to search for it, but he did not see the shadow at that time. Instead, he saw Xia Xiaonuan getting out of a car at the alley entrance. Could it be that the shadow had gotten into her car? Would she be aware of this matter?

Xia Xiaonuan understood Wu Chen's thoughts; he would never leave on his own unless he found the bitter melon. Thus, she nodded emphatically: "Then, let us go in."

Although he could not comprehend these matters, he stubbornly classified Ryan and others as suspects. He was determined to uncover the truth behind this mystery, for it was not only the disappearance of the bitter melon that concerned him, but also another significant issue. If their objective was indeed the pocket watch, then his father's death would also be a conspiracy, and he needed to investigate this matter thoroughly

Yet this only heightened the atmosphere of terror here, as the passage resembled a monstrous creature with a gaping mouth, silently waiting for the two to enter

But the question ultimately returns to the beginning, why? What is the purpose of doing this? If Xia Xiaonuan is truly involved, the matter of the pocket watch does not make sense, because with his temperament, if Xia Xiaonuan wanted to see this pocket watch, he would have readily handed it over to her, and it would not matter even if she looked at it for ten days or half a month.

Wu Chen tightly grasped Xia Xiaonuan's hand and said: "At this moment, we have no choice but to delve deeper and see what lies ahead. No matter what happens, do not stray too far from me; I will protect you"

But if this is a conspiracy they have orchestrated, then the purpose becomes a mystery. Why would they do this? If this is a conspiracy they have arranged, how could the four-eyed one leave behind a trail of blood and then disappear? If it was merely for the pocket watch, this island holds no significance at all; they could easily find a way in Xuhe City, whether by theft or robbery. There is no need to stage this at this island.

From this, Xia Xiaonuan understood Wu Chen's inference: the person secretly watching them was in cahoots with Liu Cuili. Extending from this issue, not only Liu Cuili but also Siyan and Sha Shidi were suspects, which made her hesitant to trust Tu Shu. She absolutely did not believe that this was a conspiracy orchestrated by Liu Cuili and her group

Having spoken, he pulled Xia Xiaonuan in front and behind him as they entered the dark cave.

Looking at the suffering Xiaonuan in summer, Wu Chen let out a bitter smile: "Whether it is or not, we will find the answer once we go in. I also hope it is not, after all, they are all your friends"

Wu Chen did not understand how Xia Xiaonuan had figured it out. She then said, "Could it be that a second reconstruction took place on this island? Who undertook such a massive project here? What is the purpose of connecting the entire island underground?"

While pondering these matters, Xia Xiaonuan suddenly came to a halt. Wu Chen, who was ahead, turned back in confusion. With a look of terror on her face, Xia Xiaonuan whispered to the side, "Just now, it seemed like I saw a group of skeletons flash by."

This is truly terrifying. Wu Chen feels that he is despicable; how could he think this way? Xia Xiaonuan has always been so lovely and kind; how could she be part of a conspiracy? However, the situation at that time was indeed like that. If it were just a coincidence, that would be great, indicating that Xia Xiaonuan was not involved. But this seems too coincidental. Moreover, the only reason he and Kuguo came to this island was because of Xia Xiaonuan's invitation. If it weren't for Xia Xiaonuan, they would never have met Siyan Er and Rein, among others.

He did not tell Xia Xiaonuan about these matters, as he deemed it unnecessary. Xia Xiaonuan was already resistant to his conspiracy theories, especially since it involved her friends. If he were to tell Xia Xiaonuan now that someone had attempted to steal his pocket watch before their departure, she would likely not believe him either

Below is a staircase of approximately five or six steps. After descending, one finds a deep and straight passage, flanked by solid concrete walls. Numerous wall lamps have been installed on the walls, and electrical wires can also be seen running along the walls. However, some of the wires have already been severed, and after so many years of neglect, these lamps have long ceased to illuminate.

Xia Xiaonuan nodded slightly, her small hand tightening around his, but she said, "Actually, we have a choice. We can make it by sitting at the dock and waiting. When the coast guard passes by, we will have assistance."

This is impossible; Si Yan has already gone missing on the first night, and by now, he may very well be dead. Liu Cuili and the others have also disappeared. If this is truly their conspiracy, shouldn't they have followed us?

This is completely a mystery for the two of them; the island is filled with an eerie atmosphere. Coupled with the knowledge that someone is secretly watching them, the feeling is utterly dreadful. Standing here feels entirely unsafe, as if there are eyes watching them from the dark passages of m.hetushu.com.com.

Xia Xiaonuan should also understand this principle, so the inference involving her mentioned above is likely inaccurate. Wu Chen hopes that this inference is indeed incorrect, as a friend like Xia Xiaonuan is rare. If beneath her pure and kind exterior lies a malicious heart, both he and Kuguo would be heartbroken.

Xia Xiaonuan's courage is much greater than that of the average girl. She once traversed an abandoned subway tunnel network in Russia, where the environment was similar to here, but the circumstances were different. Here, there have already been about ten people missing, and the conspiracy theory that Wu Chen just analyzed sent chills down her spine. Therefore, she felt that this tunnel was far more terrifying than the abandoned subway tunnel in Russia. She touched the wall and said, "These walls should not be too old." Here, there have already been about ten people missing, and the conspiracy theory that Wu Chen just analyzed sent chills down her spine. Therefore, she felt that this tunnel was far more terrifying than the abandoned subway tunnel in Russia. She touched the wall and said, "These walls should not be too old."

Wu Chen looked at Xia Xiaonuan and said, "Do not be afraid, we must find the bitter melon"

Suddenly, Wu Chen thought of something terrifying. He grabbed Xia Xiaonuan's hand and stole a glance at her. Xia Xiaonuan was looking down, examining the passage, and did not notice that Wu Chen was watching her

Wu Chen always carried a flashlight. Upon entering, he did not rush inside but instead turned on the flashlight to carefully examine the surroundings. The scene before him, along with the library-like atmosphere, surprised him. If one took this entrance as the center, they would see branches extending in all directions, with gaps in the walls overhead, allowing passage for people within.

But now there is no way to investigate; one matter is entangled with another, akin to a tangled ball of yarn. Not to mention finding the loose end to unravel this mess, he has not even located where this tangled mess is stored, merely suspecting that such a tangled mess exists.

Wu Chen pulled her forward, but in fact, his mood was even heavier. He was thinking far more than Xia Xiaonuan. He recalled the shadow that had tried to steal his pocket watch before their departure, the greedy gazes of Sha Shidi and Si Yan when they were at the airport, and the fact that the boat they took to the island was arranged by Ryan, yet the boat mysteriously disappeared. Various signs indicated that Sha Shidi and Ryan knew things that others did not. Wu Chen even suspected that luring these people to the island was itself a conspiracy orchestrated by Ryan, Si Yan, and Sha Shidi. Various signs indicated that Sha Shidi and Ryan knew things that others did not. Wu Chen even suspected that luring these people to the island was itself a conspiracy orchestrated by Ryan, Si Yan, and Sha Shidi

Wu Chen had previously mentioned that someone wanted to obtain something from him. At that time, Xia Xiaonuan did not fully understand what he meant. Now, hearing him say it again, Xia Xiaonuan has figured out what he was referring to: it was the pocket watch. Moreover, before boarding the plane, Wu Chen had been asking who had brought it up, and Liu Cuili's cousin, Mike, had once shown great curiosity about this pocket watch.