A Journey of American Comics Starting from the Zombie Universe

As the flames gradually died out, the light in the cave became dim and cold again, but the anxious and victorious atmosphere in the air filled Bai Ye and the soldiers with unprecedented determination. They packed their equipment, exchanged encouraging glances with each other, and set out on their journey again.

The depths of the cave seemed to be more winding than before, and every step had to be taken carefully to avoid falling into an unknown trap. Bai Ye, holding a long sword, walked at the front of the team. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle, always alert to any disturbance around him. The soldiers followed closely behind him, their breathing was heavy and powerful, and every step they took was firm and unyielding.

"Everyone, be careful. The ice wall here is more fragile and may hide secret passages or cracks." Bai Ye warned in a low voice. His voice echoed in the empty cave and was particularly clear. Upon hearing this, the soldiers tightened their weapons and moved forward more cautiously.

At this moment, a faint sound of running water suddenly came into his ears, breaking the silence in the cave. Bai Ye stopped and listened carefully. The sound of running water seemed to be approaching slowly from a certain direction. He immediately signaled the soldiers to keep quiet and slowly approached the direction of the sound.

After turning a corner, the scene in front of them shocked everyone. A huge underground lake appeared in front of them. The water was clear, but it was piercingly cold. On the other side of the lake was a lush giant forest, with trees towering into the sky and dense branches and leaves, as if it was a secret place isolated from the world.

"This... where is this?" A soldier couldn't help but exclaimed in a low voice, his eyes full of disbelief.

"It seems that we have found a place we have never seen before." Bai Ye said in a deep voice, his eyes scanning back and forth between the forest and the lake, trying to find more clues.

The soldiers gathered around, some marvelling at the magnificence of the forest, some curious about the depth of the lake, but more importantly, they were filled with fear and anxiety about the unknown world.

"Bai Ye, what should we do? Is there any danger in this forest?" a soldier asked nervously.

Bai Ye pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "No matter how many dangers there are ahead, we cannot stop. Our mission is to explore this ice field and find hope for survival. Now that we have made this discovery, we must not give up easily."

The soldiers nodded in agreement after hearing this. They knew that although Bai Ye's words were full of unknowns and challenges, it was this determination and courage that allowed them to get to where they are today.

"Then, how do we get across?" another soldier asked, pointing at the lake. Obviously, the seemingly calm lake surface became the biggest obstacle to their advance.

Bai Ye looked around, searching for a possible solution. Suddenly, his eyes fell on a huge rock by the lake. The rock had a strange shape, and there seemed to be some ancient runes engraved on it. With an idea in mind, he quickly walked to the rock and looked at it carefully.

"These runes... seem to be an ancient spell." Bai Ye muttered to himself, his fingers lightly running across the runes, as if he could feel the power contained in them.

Seeing this, the soldiers gathered around and looked at the runes curiously. Although they did not understand the meaning, they could feel an inexplicable mystery and solemnity.

"Bai Ye, can these runes help us get through?" asked a soldier, with anticipation gleaming in his eyes.

Bai Ye did not answer immediately, but closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and then slowly chanted an ancient spell. As the spell sounded, the boulder suddenly emitted a dazzling light, and then, ripples began to appear on the lake, as if something was being awakened.

"Hurry! Now is the time!" Bai Ye suddenly opened his eyes and shouted. He jumped onto the boulder first, then used the light from the stone surface to lightly jump onto the lake. Seeing this, the soldiers followed suit. They followed Bai Ye's steps, jumping across the lake one by one and heading towards the giant forest.

However, when they set foot on the forest, they found that it was much more dangerous than they had imagined. The forest was filled with a strange fog, making it difficult to tell the direction; the ground was covered with intricate roots, and it was easy to trip if you were not careful; and between the trees, there were countless unknown creatures, which either silently spied on outsiders or emitted bursts of creepy growls.

"Everyone be careful, this place is full of unknown dangers." Bai Ye reminded in a low voice, his sword already tightly clenched in his hand, ready to deal with any possible threats at any time.

The soldiers heard this and tensed up their nerves, looking around vigilantly. They knew that the road ahead would be even more difficult and dangerous, but they also believed that as long as Bai Ye was there, they would have hope of getting out of the forest and finding the dawn of survival.

So, they continued to move forward, embarking on a new journey in this giant forest full of unknowns and dangers. Every step was full of challenges and tests, but their hearts were full of determination and courage. Because they knew that only by moving forward could they find their own place of survival and the light of hope.

Following Bai Ye's whisper, the soldiers followed his steps more closely and slowly moved forward in this deep and unpredictable giant forest. Every inch of the forest seemed to hide unpredictable dangers, but their eyes flashed with an unyielding light, which was a desire for survival and curiosity about the unknown.

The air around me became heavier, and it seemed that even breathing became difficult. Suddenly, an inexplicable wind blew from the depths of the forest, bringing with it a bone-chilling chill that made people shiver involuntarily. Then, the originally clear vision began to blur, and a thick white mist rose quietly and quickly filled the entire forest.

"White fog! Everyone be careful!" Bai Ye suddenly stopped and shouted. He looked around and saw that the lush trees were now completely covered by the white fog, and only their blurred outlines could be vaguely seen. The light became distorted and strange in the white fog, as if even time was distorted by this force.

Upon hearing this, the soldiers stopped, held their weapons tightly, and looked around vigilantly. They knew that in this white fog, any sound or movement could become a deadly threat. Bai Ye quickly walked to the center of the team and said in a low and firm voice: "Everyone stay calm and don't get separated. Let's move forward hand in hand to avoid getting lost."

The soldiers immediately followed Bai Ye's instructions. They held each other's hands, formed a tight formation, and slowly moved forward in the white fog. Every step seemed extremely difficult, because the white fog not only blocked their vision, but also interfered with their hearing and sense of smell, making it almost impossible for them to perceive changes in the surrounding environment.

Bai Ye walked in the front, relying on his keen intuition and rich experience to try to identify the direction in the white fog. He swung his sword from time to time, splitting the fog in front of him, trying to open up a safe path for the team. However, the white fog seemed to have endless power, and no matter how hard they tried, they could not completely get rid of its shackles.

As time went by, the soldiers' physical strength began to be gradually consumed, their heartbeats accelerated, their breathing became rapid, and they seemed to be about to collapse in this endless white fog at any time. But their eyes remained firm, because they knew that only by persisting could they find a way out and survive.

At this moment, a strange voice suddenly came from the white fog. The voice was low and long, as if it was a call from ancient times. An inexplicable fear suddenly surged in the hearts of the soldiers. They couldn't help but hold each other's hands tightly, fearing that they would lose each other in this terrifying sound.

Bai Ye responded quickly. He whispered, "Don't panic, everyone! Stay calm! This sound may be caused by some creature, but as long as we unite as one, nothing can defeat us!"

The soldiers nodded in agreement after hearing this. They took a deep breath, tried to calm their fear, and then followed Bai Ye's steps again. Bai Ye continued to swing his sword, splitting the fog in front of him, while vigilantly observing the changes around him.

At this moment, they suddenly saw a faint light in front of them. Although the light was faint, it was particularly dazzling in the thick white fog. Hope suddenly surged in the hearts of the soldiers, and they quickened their pace and ran towards the light.

As they approached the location of the light, the white fog seemed to gradually dissipate. When they finally walked out of the range of the white fog, they were shocked by the scene before them. They came to an open space with some strange plants growing on it, and the faint light was emitted from these plants.

"We...we're out!" a soldier shouted excitedly, with a hint of trembling and disbelief in his voice.

"Yes, we are out." Bai Ye nodded and scanned the open space. Then he said in a deep voice, "But this is not the end. It is just another beginning. We must keep moving forward and find the real place to survive."

In this strange open space, Bai Ye and the soldiers took a short break, exchanging tired but determined looks with each other. Although the threat of the white fog has been temporarily lifted, they know that there are more unknown challenges waiting for them in this forest. Therefore, they must remain vigilant and be ready to deal with possible dangers at any time.

Bai Ye looked around, looking for a place to start a fire. He found some dry branches and fallen leaves piled up in a corner of the open space, which were ideal fuel. He immediately called on the soldiers to help collect the fuel and told them to be careful not to disturb the surrounding creatures.

The soldiers acted quickly, and they divided the work and cooperated with each other. Some were responsible for collecting fuel, while others were responsible for clearing the open space and ensuring the safety of the fire. With their joint efforts, a simple but sturdy fire was built soon.

Bai Ye took out the flint and tapped the iron sheet gently. Sparks flew everywhere and the fire was quickly ignited. The flames jumped in the open space, emitting a warm and bright light, completely dispelling the surrounding darkness and cold. The soldiers sat around the fire, with a long-lost look of relaxation and satisfaction on their faces.

"Everyone has worked hard, let's eat something first." Bai Ye said, taking out a few cans of luncheon meat and dry food from his backpack and distributing them to the soldiers. These simple foods may not be very noticeable on weekdays, but at this moment they seem extremely precious.

The soldiers took the food, opened the luncheon meat cans, strung the meat slices with branches, and slowly roasted them over the fire. As the flames licked the luncheon meat, it exuded an alluring aroma that made people salivate. While eating the luncheon meat that was roasted to a crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, they drank cold but thirst-quenching water, enjoying this rare tranquility and comfort.

"Bai Ye, do you think we can really get out of this forest?" a soldier suddenly asked, his eyes revealing a bit of confusion and uneasiness.

Hearing this, Bai Ye looked up at the foggy forest in the distance. After a moment of silence, he said, "I don't know what the future will be like, but I know that as long as we unite as one, nothing can stop us from moving forward. No matter how great the difficulties and challenges we encounter, we must persevere until we find our own place to survive."

The soldiers nodded in agreement after hearing this. They knew that Bai Ye's words were simple but full of power and hope. They believed that as long as they followed Bai Ye's leadership and guidance, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and challenges and find their own future.

After lunch, the soldiers checked their equipment and supplies again. They knew that the next journey would be more difficult and dangerous, so they had to be fully prepared. Bai Ye stood by the fire and pondered the next action plan. He knew that every step in this forest must be taken carefully, otherwise he might fall into an irretrievable situation.

In this forest full of unknowns and challenges, Bai Ye and the soldiers took firm steps and continued to explore. As night fell, everything in the forest became more mysterious, but an unquenchable flame burned in their hearts, which was the desire for survival and the expectation for the future.

In order to cope with the cold and possible danger at night, Bai Ye decided to stop the team and find a relatively safe place to camp for the night. The soldiers acted quickly, using the surrounding trees and vines to build a simple tent and set up a cordon next to the fire to prevent any accidents.

As the night deepened, the flames of the campfire swayed in the breeze, reflecting the tired but resolute faces of the soldiers. They sat around the campfire, sharing their stories and memories to relieve the tension and fatigue of the day. Bai Ye listened quietly, occasionally interjecting a word or two, using his wisdom and experience to comfort and encourage the soldiers.

"Bai Ye, have you ever explored unknown areas like this?" a soldier asked curiously, his eyes full of curiosity and yearning for the unknown world.

Bai Ye smiled slightly, recalling his past experiences. "Yes, I have also survived alone in the wilderness and faced countless difficulties and challenges. But it was those experiences that taught me how to survive and how to face fear. I believe that as long as we keep our faith, nothing can defeat us."

The soldiers looked at him with admiration after hearing his words. They knew that Bai Ye was not only a brave leader, but also a man with rich experience and profound wisdom. Every word he said was full of strength and encouragement, which made them more determined to move forward.

As the night deepened, the sounds in the forest gradually became silent. The soldiers gradually fell asleep, but Bai Ye remained vigilant, guarding the safety of the entire team. He knew that in this dangerous forest, any negligence could have fatal consequences.

The night wind blew gently, taking away the noise and fatigue of the day. In this quiet night, Bai Ye and the soldiers looked forward to the arrival of tomorrow. They knew that the road ahead was still full of unknowns and challenges, but they also believed that as long as they trusted each other and moved forward hand in hand, they would be able to find their own place of survival and the light of hope.

When the first ray of sunlight penetrated the treetops and shone into the forest, Bai Ye and the soldiers set out on their journey again. They continued to move forward in this strange and dangerous forest with new hope and courage. Although the future is still full of uncertainty and challenges, they are ready to meet every unknown possibility and create their own destiny and glory.