Chapter 8 is about to be released
Tall palm trees stand in two neat rows along the road, with a long wall behind them. The streetlights on the wall emit a warm yellow glow, illuminating the gently sloping and straight Bill Road in the San Monica Valley. Everything here reflects the unique tranquility and order of the affluent district, as if the disturbances of the outside world could never penetrate this place
Did I arrive too quickly, or are the robbers still here
He is now very clear that in order to achieve success, he must seize every opportunity to move forward, regardless of the people or situations he encounters, and he should not stop his progress.
The black Cadillac roared to life and sped away from the estate along the road that came from Murphy.
What happened in the mansion, Murphy was completely unaware, only knowing that someone called the police and someone fired a gun
The previous occupant had once been nearby. After Murphy drove the Ford sedan onto the straight road, he quickly accelerated to a speed of seventy miles per hour, charging ahead based on the vague memories in his mind
In the video, the model of the vehicle, the license plate number, and the general appearance of the Black individual can all be clearly seen. If handed over to the police, this would serve as important evidence and leads
While running and filming, Murphy was still lost in thought. In this country, the cost of living to achieve a somewhat decent life is truly very high
This is also one of the reasons why he urgently needed money to empty his wallet
He is waiting, waiting for the most valuable scene to appear
Leaving the master bedroom, Murphy went to a nearby room to take a look, but found nothing of value. He hurried downstairs, and as he turned a corner, he happened to see two more people dead in the dining room through a glass window, and he went over to take some photographs.
Such luxurious real estate cannot be purchased without several million dollars; the prospect of armed robbery against individuals of this wealth level is undoubtedly very enticing, and television stations would also offer a high price for it
As Murphy drove past two police cars, all the tension in his body dissipated, replaced by excitement
The palm trees by the roadside and the bright yellow streetlights swiftly flashed by the car window, while Murphy kept looking towards the left front. After nearly half a minute, he finally saw a luxurious wrought-iron gate, which was not closed but stood open, as if it were a large mouth capable of swallowing everything that happened.
Just like downstairs, Murphy avoided the blood, capturing both wide shots and close-ups, absolutely refraining from checking on the condition of the gunshot victim
Leaving the Santa Monica Valley, Murphy found a place to park. After parking the car, he immediately swung his fist with force.
Throughout this entire process, the lens of the handheld camera remained focused on the entrance of the mansion
Murphy did not stop immediately; instead, he continued forward. After driving another fifty feet, he parked the car by the roadside, quickly grabbed the camera from the holder on the passenger side, and got out of the car at the fastest speed, running towards the gate he had just seen
Separating from the green belt in front, Murphy emerged from the woods and, without a second thought, ran towards the entrance of the mansion. As the distance was not far, he arrived at the door in just a few seconds. He picked up the camera, turned on the light, and aimed it at the open door, taking a few shots. Listening carefully, he heard no sounds around him, and he couldn't help but clench his fist tightly as he stepped onto the stairs leading into the mansion
Just after filming for one second, a crisp sound suddenly echoed through the mansion. Murphy was taken aback, quickly turned off the camera lights, stepped back, and crouched behind a thick palm tree.
This is indeed very valuable breaking news
To achieve success in America, money is an essential foundational requirement
In order to capture stunning images and obtain exclusive content that can be sold for a high price, it is essential to employ some extraordinary measures during such critical moments
Carefully walking along the stone steps, Murphy observed for a moment and, finding no signs of danger, immediately pointed the camera ahead, controlling the lens while continuing to move forward
Perfect! He looked at the screen and murmured to himself, "You did it too perfectly, buddy!"
This thought unconsciously appeared in Murphy's mind, but he hesitated for less than two seconds before immediately dismissing it, as it was a very good opportunity
"Well done, buddy!" he said through gritted teeth, looking at himself in the rearview mirror, "This is our exclusive! Ours! We're going to make it big now!"
The area in front of the mansion was shrouded in darkness, and there was not a single light in the surrounding woods. After Murphy confirmed that hiding here was relatively safe and the chances of being discovered were minimal, he directed the camera lens towards the entrance of the mansion, resembling a hunter waiting for its prey to appear, and began to wait in silence, holding his breath.
The struggles of the past year have allowed Murphy to fully experience the hardships of survival for ordinary individuals, and to understand the challenges of achieving success
He has been in this profession for some time and can assess the value of this video
Murphy was not very surprised by this. Due to the close distance, he arrived in less than two minutes. This is deep within the valley, and the police will likely need some time.
In a profession such as his, encountering legal disputes is an unavoidable matter, and it is essential to engage professionals to resolve specialized issues
We must leave quickly
Clutching the camera tightly, Murphy sprinted out of the manor at a hundred-meter dash speed, his ears already picking up the distant sound of sirens. If he didn't leave now, it would be too late
Murphy ran over two hundred feet in one breath, and only then did he faintly see the mansion hidden behind the small grove in the courtyard. Although he was a bit out of breath, he felt more excitement.
Murphy's lens was always focused on those two individuals, his eyes fixed on their dark faces, skillfully switching to close-up shots, capturing the two of them completely.
Finally, two tall and robust Black men walked out from inside. They cautiously looked around, finding no unexpected situations, and ran towards the Cadillac sedan
After the playback was completed, Murphy played it again. When he saw two Black men driving away from there, he pressed pause
Through the experiences of the past year, Murphy confirmed that America is absolutely not the paradise that some people once proclaimed it to be
The footsteps grew closer, and the sounds of argument became increasingly loud
The roaring sound of car engines shattered the tranquility of the area, as a black Ford sedan careened into Bill Road at lightning speed, exceeding fifty miles per hour, seemingly indifferent to the fact that this was a residential neighborhood. Perhaps due to the driver's lack of skill, the vehicle noticeably skidded during the turn, but fortunately, no traffic accident occurred
After firing the shotgun, Murphy crossed the living room and ascended the stairs to the second floor, with the filming never interrupted throughout the entire process. In the master bedroom on the second floor, a Caucasian woman lay on the floor, her back a bloody mess, showing no signs of life. The mobile phone in her hand indicated that she was likely the one who had called for help
The road was clearly illuminated by a bright yellow light. After observing for a while, Murphy couldn't help but excitedly wave his fist. He did not see any police officers, police cars, or the presence of his companions; this was undoubtedly his exclusive opportunity
The police have not arrived, and the robbers have not left. What kind of sensational effect would it create if one could capture some footage of the situation?
He is very clear about what he is here to do
Murphy muttered to himself as he ran towards the door at the fastest speed possible. It had been over a minute since he entered, and the police could arrive at any moment. If they discovered him, not only would it lead to additional troubles, but the videos he had recorded would also be impossible to keep safe.
Upon passing through the door, there was a vast living room. Murphy's eyelids twitched slightly as he noticed a middle-aged man reclining on the sofa to the front side. The area around his chest was a vivid red, with blood staining both the sofa and the nearby floor. The pungent smell of blood mingled with a faint scent of gunpowder, evoking an involuntary feeling of nausea.
Jumping into the black Ford, Murphy tossed the handheld camera onto the passenger seat, started the car, and sped forward. After turning off Bill Road, he let out a slight sigh of relief, but not far ahead, he saw two police cars approaching in succession, clearly heading to reinforce the scene of the earlier incident
Time is limited, and he does not miss any opportunity for shooting
Time passed second by second, and suddenly, dense footsteps and muffled arguing came from the entrance of the mansion. Murphy felt a surge of tension, his hair standing on end, and beads of sweat began to form on his forehead, almost as if he could hear the sound of his own heartbeat.
Despite being blinded by greed, Murphy did not lose his senses. As he approached the mansion, he left the smooth stone path of the front yard and slipped into the adjacent woods, using the cover of the trees to get closer to the mansion
Contemplating how to sell the video, Murphy waited for his mind to settle a bit before retrieving his laptop from the back seat, connecting it to the storage disk of the handheld camera, and playing the video he had just recorded
Murphy frowned slightly, wondering whether to cut this segment out and hand it over to the police
Despite the dim lighting and somewhat dark conditions, Murphy's photography skills are sufficiently outstanding, making the Black individuals in the frame clearly visible
Murphy walked to the edge of the woods and, through the gaps in the greenery, saw a black Cadillac parked near the entrance of a dimly lit mansion. Instinctively, he turned on the camera's front light and aimed the lens in that direction
It was clearly the sound of a gunshot, and a few drops of sweat rolled down Murphy's forehead. Having experienced prison, he knew just how ruthless those armed robbers could be
Exclusive talents can fetch a high price
Yet Murphy's hand remained as steady as the Santa Monica Mountains behind him, never wavering, firmly keeping the camera aimed at the mansion's entrance
Murphy's expression was calm, and his hands and the camera were exceptionally steady. He first captured a wide shot, then moved in a bit closer to take several close-up shots. He then turned towards the back of the sofa, where a Remington shotgun had fallen onto the floor, a common model for home defense
Having endured a year of prison life, he was no longer the naive and timid student he once was; that hellish existence had forged a sufficiently strong other side of him
Running up to the open door, Murphy showed no hesitation and charged straight in, completely disregarding the fact that this was private property. Having endured the trials of imprisonment, he had learned many lessons from his predecessors, one of which was to secure the services of a seemingly outstanding lawyer for himself
Quickly retreat and leave while the robber has not noticed
The scene begins as he walks through the entrance of the manor and concludes when he leaves the mansion. Although it lasts only a brief three minutes, Murphy knows that this will bring him far more income than he has ever had before
As in the past, Murphy observed while running and simultaneously turned on the camera