Running for Life

Chen Fei witnessed a sudden burst of red light emanating from Qian Jijiang's chest, followed by a swirling cloud of charred black smoke. Qian Jijiang writhed in pain, his voice filled with disbelief. "No, we were just here!"

As the pain subsided, Qian Jijiang's eyes regained clarity, and he surveyed the surroundings. The sight of the mountain village in the distance caused his face to pale. It became apparent that something strange was happening, and they were trapped in a bewitching spell.

Chen Fei, alarmed by the situation, asked Qian Jijiang, "How do we wake them up?" He marveled at Qian Jijiang's ability to resist the spell, knowing that without the aid of the Clear Heart Formula, he would have likely fallen under its influence.

Qian Jijiang, though surprised by Chen Fei's resilience, was too preoccupied to inquire further about his well-being.