Faint screams wafted from the distant alley entrance, and heads moved closer from the surrounding area.
Gu Ji hurriedly unlocked the car door with his key.
The water, slightly above the chassis, immediately gushed into the car through the door gap. Fortunately, the car's simple structure and durable interior meant it wasn't affected; the mechanical doors and windows barely had any electronic equipment, so a little water didn't matter.
He started the car, shifted gears, and hit the gas pedal. The vehicle shot forward.
It's often said, "Go slow through water, fast through sand." Vehicles should slow down in high water levels because a fast-moving car can create waves, and if water enters the engine through the intake, it can easily cause a breakdown, preventing it from starting properly.
However, Gu Ji's car had a modified high-level snorkel. As long as the water didn't cover the roof, the engine wouldn't get flooded.
"Splash..."
