Allies

With a swift motion, Alex drew the dagger from his waist and pierced the mutant dog's throat.

The dog struggled for a moment before collapsing to the ground, lifeless.

After dealing with the mutant dogs, Alex breathed a sigh of relief. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and then focused his gaze on the towering ancient tree.

It was through this ancient tree that he had managed to find this place.

"Hopefully, this herb will be helpful to me," Alex muttered as he carefully approached the ancient tree.

However, as soon as he got within three feet of the tree...

Buzz!

The tree emitted a brilliant green light and transformed into a vine, binding Alex tightly.

"What is this..." Alex's eyes widened in surprise.

Roar!

As soon as the vine bound Alex, hundreds of zombies came rushing in.

Roar! Roar! Roar!

The zombies roared, their eyes fixed on Alex, filled with hunger and greed.