Chapter One Hundred and Thirty-Five: Captives

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The underground passage was neither dark nor damp, and there was no feeling of stuffiness. Li Jinfang and Gao Yang, one on the left and one on the right, walked at the forefront, moving stealthily and taking care not to make any noise. After advancing about a hundred meters, they reached the first corner in the passage.

At the corner, Li Jinfang listened intently before quickly making a fist to signal a stop advancing. He then used hand signals to swiftly inform those behind him that danger was ahead and to prepare for combat.

Gao Yang was right behind Li Jinfang. He too heard voices. Gao Yang slowly took off his equipment and laid it gently on the ground, and Li Jinfang also unloaded items that could impede his movement.

Once ready for the assault, Gao Yang suddenly peeked out to take a quick look.