Siheyuan: Sap is the last word

Chapter 358 Obedience

"Those of you who are blocking the road, we don't mean any harm, we are really just lost." Xiao Ming tried to stabilize his emotions, but the hostility of the villagers became more and more intense.

The woman directed the villagers as if they were taking orders from her. At this time, an elderly villager suddenly spoke: "Since you are lost, don't blame us for being rude. Outsiders always bring bad things to our village."

Suddenly, the dog began to growl, showing its uneasiness about the danger its owner was in. When Xiao Ming saw this scene, he felt even more anxious.

Liu Ting glanced around, and she noticed a slightly worn-out fence, which might be the only chance to escape. She nodded gently to Xiao Ming, indicating that they should move quietly in that direction.

"We are really just lost travelers, not looking for trouble. Please believe us." Xiao Ming tried to save this dangerous situation.

But the woman was unmoved, her eyes flashing with determined hostility. The villagers seemed to obey her orders and showed no mercy to outsiders.

Xiao Ming and Liu Ting quietly moved towards the edge of the fence, and the dog followed them, lowering his head, sensing the tense atmosphere. The villagers' eyes followed their movements closely, and the women's eyes were full of disdain and indifference.

"Where do you think you are hiding? The people in our village are more cunning than you." A young villager said in a provocative tone.

Xiao Ming and Liu Ting did not respond. They were anxious and determined, and just wanted to leave this dangerous place as soon as possible. Suddenly, a gust of wind blew by, and a door on the fence creaked open.

"Quick, this way!" Liu Ting shouted softly.

The two men rushed towards the open fence gate. The villagers noticed their movements and chased after them with roars. The dog followed closely behind, seemingly aware of its owner's danger.

"Follow them, don't let them run away!" The woman's order made the villagers chase Xiao Ming and Liu Ting even more frantically.

Passing through the gate, they found a path that seemed to lead deeper into the forest. Without hesitation, the pair ran toward the trail, the dogs barking behind them.

"Hurry up, we have to leave this village!" Xiao Ming gasped. They were already feeling the pressure of fleeing.

Liu Ting nodded, her heart beating faster, uneasiness and fear intertwined. In this strange and dangerous environment, they can only rely on each other and hope that the path in front of them will lead to a safe place.

The villagers caught up and the distance gradually narrowed. Suddenly, a group of wild animals appeared in front of the trail. They fled in panic. The villagers were frightened and stopped one after another.

Seeing the opportunity, Xiao Ming and Liu Ting quickened their pace and walked through a densely wooded area. They have a desire to escape in their hearts, but they also understand that this is just the beginning of escape, and unknown adventures are still waiting for them.

After passing through a dense forest, Xiao Ming and Liu Ting stopped. They were all out of breath, their energy was exhausted from this period of escape.

"We need to find a safe place to take a rest, and at the same time find a way to solve the next problem." Xiao Ming patted Liu Ting on the shoulder, trying to give her some comfort.

Liu Ting looked around. The forest was full of unknowns, and an inexplicable uneasiness surged in her heart. The dogs licked their mouths and seemed to feel the owners' anxiety.

"We should try to avoid this village. It seems that the people there are not friendly to us. But the question is, where are we now?" Liu Ting frowned.

"Yes, we need a clear direction. Maybe we can find some clues to understand where we are." Xiao Ming suggested.

The two continued along the trail, hoping to find an open area, or at least some shelter from the wind and rain. The sunlight filtering through the trees makes the forest look eerie and mysterious.

Soon they came to an open area. There they discovered an old trail, and walking along it they saw an abandoned cabin.

"Maybe this is a good place for us to rest." Xiao Ming said, pointing to the cabin.

Liu Ting was a little worried: "Are you sure it's safe here?"

Xiao Ming shrugged: "We don't have many choices anymore. However, we have to stay vigilant."

The two entered the hut. The house showed traces of time, was filled with dust, and had an old smell in the air. They found some old wicker chairs in the house and sat down.

"We have to find a way to figure out how we got here and where this place is." Liu Ting frowned, thinking about clues to solve the mystery.

The footsteps were getting closer and closer, and the heartbeats of Xiao Ming and Liu Ting also accelerated. They stood up in tacit agreement and clung to the corner, trying to avoid the people outside.

A deep male voice came from outside the door: "Is there anyone here?"

Xiao Ming and Liu Ting exchanged glances, and their tension became even stronger. Various possible scenarios flashed through their minds, and their fear of this strange world spread in their hearts.

"Don't worry, we escaped and won't hurt you." The voice outside the door sounded somewhat relieved.

Xiao Ming quietly pulled Liu Ting over and told her to stay alert. The two quietly exchanged their thoughts and decided to deal with it carefully.

The door opened and a middle-aged man came in with a kind smile on his face. There didn't seem to be any hostility.

"How did you get here? They don't look like the people here." The middle-aged man asked with concern.

Xiao Ming's heart moved. He hesitated and decided to tell the truth to this stranger: "We actually traveled from another world. We are lost in this strange environment and don't know what to do."

The middle-aged man was stunned for a moment, with a trace of doubt flashing in his eyes. He looked at Xiao Ming and Liu Ting curiously, obviously surprised by the sudden information.

"Time travel? This is really a bizarre story." The middle-aged man touched his chin and thought for a moment, then smiled, "However, since you have no ill intentions, I believe we can help you."

In a strange world, Xiao Ming and Liu Ting gradually adapted to their new life. The middle-aged man introduced them to other residents, and although some were curious about them coming from another world, most people interacted with them friendly.

One day, Xiao Ming and Liu Ting decided to decorate their new home to make them feel more intimate. They collected some beautiful flowers and leaves from the nearby forest and also found some interesting rocks and branches.

During the decoration process, the tacit understanding between Xiao Ming and Liu Ting became stronger and stronger. They had some disagreements over the placement of flowers and plants, but were able to find a compromise in the end, creating a space that was both interesting and vibrant.

"This flower is so beautiful, I think it should be placed in this corner." Liu Ting said with a smile.

"Well, that's a good idea. This will make the whole room brighter." Xiao Ming agreed.

Their mood also became lighter, as if this strange environment was not so scary. Through bit by bit efforts, they gradually integrated into the community.

In the community, middle-aged men became particularly concerned about Xiao Ming and Liu Ting. They discovered that in this world, everyone has an existence called the "flower of the soul", which is a unique symbol of the individual.

"Your flowers of the soul are so beautiful." The middle-aged man praised, "Each flower of the soul has a different color and shape, representing an individual's unique personality and experience."

He Yudong stood in front of the big screen in the command center, staring at the red and blue flashing dots on the map. This is a comprehensive exercise being conducted by the simulated rescue team he leads. In this training, they simulated a sudden natural disaster, with the entire city plunged into chaos and hundreds of simulated injured waiting for rescue.

At this time, he was nervous and calm in the command room, working closely with the team.

"Team Zhang, we have received a new distress signal. It is said that a building collapsed and there may be people trapped." He Yudong said to the deputy captain Zhang Chen beside him.

Zhang Chen quickly investigated the source of the signal, and then reported to He Yudong: "Captain, the signal comes from the south of the city, and our rescue team is nearby. I suggest sending two search and rescue teams there, and at the same time, prepare the medical rescue team."

He Yudong nodded and ordered: "Team Zhang, you lead search and rescue team A, Team Wang, you lead search and rescue team B. Act quickly to ensure safety."

The search and rescue team quickly set off through the ruins of the city, using various tools to search for the trapped people. He Yudong constantly receives various information in the command room and makes dispatching decisions at any time. At the same time, the medical rescue team is also preparing intensively to ensure that once someone is rescued, they can receive medical treatment quickly.

The entire simulated rescue process is full of tension and challenges. He Yudong felt the responsibility on his shoulders. Every decision he made was related to the life and death of countless people. His eyes were always locked on the big screen, listening to reports from each group while adjusting the layout of the team.

During the search and rescue operations, they encountered various difficulties, but He Yudong always remained calm and decisive. He knows that only by staying calm at critical moments can he gain more room for survival for the team.

As time goes by, the simulated rescue gradually approaches its climax. Facing an increasingly complex situation, He Yudong's inner tension became increasingly apparent. He understood that the results of this exercise would directly affect the execution of actual missions in the future.

Suddenly, a piercing siren sounded in the command center, and everyone's attention was instantly attracted. He Yudong frowned and immediately shouted to the correspondent: "What's going on?"

The correspondent reported nervously: "Captain, a new emergency signal has been received. A dam breach occurred in the reservoir in the northern part of the city, and a large number of people were involved in the flood."

He Yudong's face instantly became solemn, and he knew that this was a more serious simulated disaster. He immediately issued an order to the entire team: "Urgently mobilize all rescue forces to move residents near the reservoir to safety. The medical team is ready, there may be a large number of injured."