After all, on this journey fraught with unknowns and dangers, it was still uncertain who would end up in a more desperate plight.
She sat upright in the carriage, and despite the turmoil within her, she maintained a composed exterior.
As the carriage slowly penetrated deeper into the dense forest, the surrounding trees became increasingly thick, almost completely blocking out the sunlight, creating a suffocating and oppressive atmosphere.
Just then, the driver abruptly pulled on the reins, and with a sharp "whoa," the carriage came to a sudden stop, as if grasped by an invisible giant hand.
"Why did we suddenly stop?"
Su Yu asked feigning confusion, her heart pounding in her chest. Although she already knew the answer, she needed this brief moment to prepare for the upcoming scene.
