Multiple Personalities

"Where is this...?" Li Baiyu asked in astonishment. He looked around and saw nothing but desolation, no familiar sights, nor a single person, as if he had suddenly been thrown into a completely unfamiliar world.

Shen Jingqi and Renault were equally bewildered. They shook their heads, indicating they knew nothing about the environment. The three exchanged looks, a sense of foreboding welling up in their hearts.

"What should we do?" Renault asked softly, his eyes flickering with confusion and unease. Normally brave, he now felt an unprecedented fear.

Shen Jingqi took a deep breath, trying to calm himself. He knew that panic would not solve the problem at this moment. He said solemnly, "Don't panic. Let's walk around and have a look. Maybe we can find some clues or guidance."

Li Baiyu and Renault nodded in agreement. Thus, the three began to explore. They traversed the desolate plains, the ground beneath their feet cracked and barren, as if it hadn't seen life for many years. On the plains, withered grasses swayed with the wind, making a rustling sound, adding to the desolation.

Climbing over the steep mountain ridges, the rocks were uneven, requiring caution with every step. Shen Jingqi led the way, grasping the protruding rocks with both hands, pushing hard, and landing steadily on another stone. Renault followed closely, agile despite his fear, acting without hesitation. Li Baiyu brought up the rear, his eyes alert, constantly watching the surroundings for any movement.

However, after walking for a long time, they still hadn't found any clues or guidance. The scenery around them remained unchanged, barren and silent, as if they were the only three in the entire world. Renault started to get a bit impatient, complaining, "How long do we have to keep walking? If this continues, we'll eventually exhaust ourselves to death."

Shen Jingqi frowned, knowing that walking blindly wasn't a solution, but they had no other choice at the moment. He consoled, "Keep going a bit longer. Perhaps we'll discover something around the next corner."

Li Baiyu also said, "Yes, we cannot give up hope. As long as we persist, there will always be a way out."

The three continued to forge ahead determinedly. Their steps grew heavier, yet their belief strengthened. They believed they would find a way to escape this unfamiliar environment as long as they didn't give up.

Just as they were about to despair, a strange wind arose suddenly. It sounded like a whisper, softly murmuring in their ears, seemingly guiding them forward. Shen Jingqi abruptly raised his head, a glimmer of joy in his eyes. "Listen, what is that sound?" he shouted.

Renault and Li Baiyu also quieted down to listen to the wind. They found it indeed seemed to have a pattern and direction, as if it was guiding them to a specific place. Renault said excitedly, "It's the wind! It seems to be telling us where to go!"

Shen Jingqi nodded, took a deep breath, and felt the wind's guidance. "Let's follow the wind!" he shouted, his voice tinged with excitement and expectation. He knew this could be the only clue to escape this strange environment.

They immediately followed the direction indicated by the wind. They traversed a dense forest, where the trees were tall and thick. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled light and shadow. They stepped on the fallen leaves, producing a rustling sound, as if orchestrating a symphony for their advance.

As they ventured deeper, the mysterious place gradually revealed itself to them. It was a mysterious valley surrounded by the dense forest, filled with an enigmatic and alluring aura. The scent of flowers, grass, and an indescribable freshness and tranquility lingered in the air.

"We found it! We found a way to escape this strange place!" Renault cheered, his voice brimming with joy and excitement. He ran to the entrance of the valley, gazing at everything inside, his eyes gleaming with curiosity and anticipation.

Shen Jingqi and Li Baiyu also smiled, sharing Renault's expectation and curiosity for the mysterious valley. They walked to Renault's side, gazing at the valley's scenery together. The valley was lush with greenery, streams meandering as if it existed as a paradise outside the world.

"Let's go in and have a look!" Li Baiyu suggested.

Shen Jingqi and Renault nodded in agreement. Thus, they immediately stepped into the valley, starting to search for a road leading outside. They followed the stream, the water crystal clear, with fish joyfully swimming in it. The wildflowers on the banks were in full bloom, filling the air with enchanting fragrances.

However, as they stepped into the valley, a strange force suddenly emerged. Like a vortex, it enveloped all three of them. They felt as if their bodies became light, lifted by an invisible force, spinning rapidly. The wind howled in their ears, drowning out any communication between them.

"What is happening?" Renault exclaimed, trying to break free from the force's grip, yet to no avail. His body seemed bound by invisible ropes, immovable.

Shen Jingqi struggled to keep a clear mind, attempting to analyze the force's origin and nature. However, he realized he couldn't resist its pull, helplessly letting it lead him into unknown depths.

Li Baiyu felt his body growing lighter, as if about to disperse into the air.

The force pulled them into a dark space. Here, it was pitch black, with not even a hand visible in front of their faces. Their bodies kept spinning and tumbling, as if caught in an endless whirlpool. The only sounds were the whistling wind and their pounding hearts, otherwise, it was utterly silent.

"Are we going to die?" Renault asked despairingly, his voice carrying a hint of tremor and resignation. He felt powerless against the force's pull, resigned to being dragged into the abyss of death.

Shen Jingqi didn't answer Renault. He was desperately searching for a way to escape the force. He tried moving his arms and legs but to no avail. His body seemed tightly bound by an invisible force, unable to move an inch.

Li Baiyu was already half-unconscious, his body growing weaker, feeling like he could lose consciousness at any moment. His heart was filled with dread of death and fear of the unknown, yet he lacked the strength to resist.

Just then, a peculiar light suddenly appeared. Like lightning, it cut through the dark space, illuminating their faces. They opened their eyes wide, seeing a mysterious tunnel before them. It emitted a bluish glow, seeming to lead to another unknown world.

"Look! There's a tunnel!" Shen Jingqi exclaimed. Renault and Li Baiyu also saw the tunnel. A flicker of hope lit up in their eyes. They immediately struggled towards the tunnel, as if they had seen the dawn of life.

However, just as they were about to enter the tunnel, a more potent force suddenly came forth. Like a gigantic wave, it forcefully pushed them back. They felt a sharp pain as if struck heavily by an invisible force.