The amusement park was in chaos. The once bustling crowd now scattered, running in all directions. Terrified people shoved each other in a desperate attempt to escape, causing even more congestion at the exits. Cries and screams filled the air, blending with the sharp sound of gunfire and, occasionally, the chilling blast of an explosion. Every now and then, agonizing screams were cut short, signaling the grim fate of those caught in the carnage.
Kaguya stood calmly in the midst of the panic, watching the distant smoke rising from where explosions had torn through the park. The deafening sound of sirens echoed in the distance, and the drone of helicopters overhead grew louder by the second. It was clear that the authorities were quickly responding to the crisis.
Despite the situation escalating around them, Kaguya and Qiao Xiaoqing remained composed as they surveyed the chaos. Kaguya clenched her fist, sensing something unusual beyond the ordinary attacks. This wasn't a random shooting—there was an organized and powerful force behind it, likely equipped with serious firepower, including explosives.
"What's happening out there?" Qiao Xiaoqing asked, standing by Kaguya's side. Her expression was calm, but her sharp eyes darted around, assessing the situation.
"It seems like terrorists," Kaguya replied, her voice steady. "They have guns, bombs, and possibly heavier weapons."
Qiao Xiaoqing frowned. "Heavier weapons? How could they get something like that past security?"
Kaguya glanced at her. "They aren't your average criminals. There's something far more dangerous at play here."
Just then, there was the unmistakable sound of boots hitting the floor, and moments later, a large group of frightened people were herded into the restaurant where they were. Men, women, and children alike looked terrified, their faces pale as they huddled together. It didn't take long to see why—armed terrorists in military fatigues and masks were behind them, brandishing automatic weapons.
"Everyone, get down!" one of the terrorists barked, shoving a man aside. The man stumbled and fell, trying to get up, only to be shot point-blank by the terrorist leader. A spray of blood hit the floor as the man collapsed lifelessly.
"Anyone else want to try something?" the terrorist sneered, waving his gun threateningly.
The crowd, terrified, quickly obeyed, crouching down as instructed. The room was filled with the sound of muffled sobs and fearful whimpers, especially from the women and children. Everyone was afraid to move.
One of the terrorists scanned the room and noticed Kaguya. Despite being crouched, her flawless figure and silver hair stood out.
"You! Yeah, you! Get up!" the terrorist leader commanded, pointing his gun at Kaguya, his eyes greedily taking in her appearance. His lecherous grin was visible beneath his mask as he looked at her exposed skin. "Move it!"
Kaguya narrowed her eyes, brimming with killing intent, but slowly stood up, her graceful figure coming into full view. She had wanted to stay out of this pointless violence, intending to enjoy a peaceful vacation. But now these fools were practically begging for death.
As she faced the terrorist leader, the man's eyes widened. He hadn't expected her beauty to be so striking. For a moment, he was stunned.
"Boss, check out this one," one of the terrorists muttered, practically drooling.
"Shut up, I can see that," the leader snapped, a disgusting smile spreading across his face. "Didn't expect to find such a high-class beauty here. We really hit the jackpot."
His companion laughed as he glanced at Qiao Xiaoqing, who stood next to Kaguya. "Her friend's not bad either."
"Enough talk," the leader said, stepping forward with a swagger.
Kaguya's eyes flashed coldly, and a small, dark orb of energy formed in her palm. Though imperceptible to them, the power emanating from the orb carried a deadly chill.
Just as Kaguya was about to act and eliminate them all, Qiao Xiaoqing suddenly leaped into action.
With a swift step, she launched herself forward with cat-like agility and landed a powerful punch directly into the terrorist leader's chest.
The man barely had time to react before Xiaoqing's fist collided with him, shattering his ribs with a sickening crunch. Blood spurted from his mouth as his body flew back, crashing into the wall. He slumped to the ground, his head lolling lifelessly.
The other terrorists were stunned by the speed and precision of the attack, but they quickly raised their weapons, opening fire.
"Rat-a-tat-tat!"
Gunfire roared through the room, filling the air with the acrid scent of gunpowder. Bullets sprayed toward Qiao Xiaoqing, but she moved like a shadow, her body weaving through the barrage with ease. She dashed forward, closing the distance with lightning speed.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Xiaoqing's fists flew as she took down the remaining terrorists one by one, moving with a deadly grace. Her combat skills were impeccable, each punch landing with devastating accuracy. She delivered sharp kicks and quick jabs, incapacitating each attacker with precision. Her strikes were swift and deadly, leaving no room for counterattacks.
In a matter of minutes, the floor was littered with the bodies of the terrorists, their blood staining the ground red. The once-elegant dining area now resembled a battlefield.
Kaguya watched from the sidelines, impressed by Qiao Xiaoqing's skill. It wasn't every day that she encountered someone with such heightened abilities, even in this world.
Qiao Xiaoqing wiped the sweat from her brow, breathing heavily as she turned to Kaguya. "We need to get out of here. More of them could show up."
Kaguya smiled faintly. "Thanks for stepping in."
"No need to thank me," Qiao Xiaoqing replied, a slight blush creeping up her cheeks. She looked away, rubbing the back of her neck awkwardly.
"Wait, you're hurt!" Kaguya suddenly noticed a thin trail of blood running down Qiao Xiaoqing's arm.
"It's nothing," Qiao Xiaoqing said, quickly brushing it off. "Just a scratch from earlier."
Kaguya raised an eyebrow. "You're trying to act tough again, aren't you?"
Qiao Xiaoqing laughed nervously but didn't argue. "Fine, fine. Just don't tell me you're going to lecture me now."
As they were speaking, Qiao Xiaoqing suddenly froze. A small black dot appeared in the distance, growing larger with every passing second. She could feel the overwhelming sense of danger it carried.
"This is bad... It's a missile!" Qiao Xiaoqing exclaimed, more out of surprise than fear, her eyes widening at the sight of the fiery projectile speeding toward the building.
Flames trailed the missile as it thundered toward them, but Qiao Xiaoqing didn't flinch—Kaguya could brush aside such threats with ease.
Kaguya stepped forward, her long silver hair flowing gracefully behind her, exuding an aura of calm confidence. She stood firm, facing the missile as if it were nothing more than a breeze.