"Sister!"
Gu Yang's heart nearly leaped out of her throat in shock. Without hesitation, she dashed into the musical instrument shop.
In a sudden clarity, Gu Jin's eyes focused, and the silver needle in her grasp swiveled, aimed at the foreigner.
Surprise flickered across the foreigner's eyes as he swiftly shoved the drum set forward, positioning himself in front of Gu Jin.
A brawl erupted between Gu Jin and the foreigner, musical instruments becoming impromptu shields for Gu Jin.
Witnessing Gu Jin snap out of her trance, Gu Yang breathed a sigh of relief.
However, as she observed the other patrons still engaged in perilous behaviors, her brow furrowed in concern.
It was evident they were ensnared in a hypnotic state.
The preceding drumbeat had proven dangerously potent, amplifying all negative emotions and exacerbating anxiety, pain, and psychological trauma.
For those with prior trauma, susceptibility was heightened.
