Allison replied coolly, “Nah if you want to go, feel free. There should be plenty of folks over there.”

Aurora hesitated briefly, watching Allison gradually distance herself before catching up, “I think I’ll join you heading west. When we hit the fence, we can turn back. But West doesn’t seem to have anything exciting.”

Off they went.

They were in a primordial forest, almost untouched by humans. Weeds grew wild, and bugs and small animals were everywhere. A few minutes in, Allison felt an itch on her neck, as if something had bitten her. She sprayed some itch relief from her bag and wrapped a scarf around her neck.

Aurora was well–off and used to the good life. This was her first time in a place like this, but she wasn’t being high–maintenance. If a bug bit her, she just sprayed some bug repellent. She followed Allison, but the further she went, the more scared she got, “Allison, do you think there could be snakes here?”

“Probably.”

The climate was humid, and trees were everywhere. The temperature was high, but the sun was blocked by the shade of the trees. The air was filled with moisture, and the natural environment was perfect for attracting snakes and insects.

came across. Their pace through the forest was slow, they were unfamiliar with the place and didn’t dare venture too deep. But it was their first time

was an artificial lake nearby. They found a clean spot, laid some leaves, and rested. Aurora

looked up to see someone approaching. Recognizing them,

both clad in grey sportswear and wearing baseball caps. Kamilla Lindberg trailed behind,

did you come alone?”

too.” She pointed in

out loudly, “Allison, Allison!”

steps, but because of the thick trees and weeds, some even taller than a person, it was

She frowned.

east? She had taken a detour, only to run into him again.

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