Hua Manman noticed the man's gaze suddenly turn vicious. She knew he was a cornered animal, about to lash out.
Her mind raced as she searched for a way to save herself.
Liu Shizhong walked up to her.
He gripped the dagger tightly, his eyes bloodshot, his expression savage and determined.
"I didn't want to kill you, but I have no way out now. Since I'm going to die anyway, I might as well take you down with me."
Hua Manman struggled to force a sound from her throat. "Mmph! Mmph!"
Liu Shizhong could see she had something to say.
After a moment's hesitation, he yanked the gag from her mouth, pressing the dagger to her throat in a clear threat.
"Anything else you want to say? Better say it all now."
Hua Manman said urgently, "Don't kill me! I have a way for you to get out of here alive."
Liu Shizhong froze.
He tightened his grip on the dagger. He was tempted, but his expression only grew more menacing.
"Don't try any tricks. I won't fall for them."
