The group continued to venture deeper.
Unlike before, Captain Zhou was clearly acting a bit strange.
He maintained a distance of no more than one meter from Li Xue at all times.
If Li Xue walked with long strides, he did too.
If Li Xue took small steps, so did he.
When Li Xue picked up a kitchen knife, he covered his head and displayed a silly grin.
Li Xue scratched her head vigorously, feeling as though her kitchen knife would either stab him or herself.
Otherwise, she'd go crazy sooner or later.
After the mutant animals were wiped out, the forest became much quieter.
Occasionally, a frightened small animal would dart through the bushes, giving the lush green forest a sort of kingdom-like feel.
"Ahead is the mine. Xiao Fan needs to detect its exact location, then clear out the dangerous mutant animals within the forest. Only then will the task be considered complete."
Captain Zhou held the map gazing foolishly at Li Xue.
Li Xue gripped her kitchen knife, holding back.
