649. Looking for a sense of presence?

Alina, half in doubt, pinched her nose, tilted her head back, and gulped down the remaining potion.

Several people here were observing the area ahead; the program team's red flag was right in front of them. However, out of caution, they did not rush to it immediately but stared thoughtfully at the three tents set up on the beach.

"How strange, why is there nobody outside?"

"Yeah, it's already the fourth day. They should have left someone outside to meet us."

"Are we sure those inside are from the program team?"

"If there really are mercenaries on this island... it's hard to tell. That red flag is too eye-catching; it might attract them too."

"You guys wait here, I'll go take a look first."

Yin Dong and Austin exchanged glances and decided to take on the task. They cautiously approached the large tent under the flag but returned after only a few steps, bringing back some not-so-good news.

"Take cover, this place has been taken over."