As Wang Xiao made his way through the rain-drenched streets, leaping from rooftop to rooftop, his mind was a torrent of questions and apprehension. 'What in the world is going on?' he thought. Despite his curiosity about the hell spirit and the mysterious second figure, he knew better than to engage in a battle that was beyond his paygrade.
He finally located Anran in a dimly lit alley, the neon lights from nearby signs casting eerie shadows. She was standing her ground against a group of trained soldiers. Wang Xiao observed from above, his eyes narrowing as he assessed the situation.
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The alley was a cacophony of conflict, echoes of punches and kicks reverberating off the damp walls.
Anran moved with a grace and precision, her every motion a blend of defense and attack. The soldiers, disciplined and relentless, advanced in a coordinated effort to overwhelm her.