That scream was so shrill it startled many people outside the cabin.
Xia Hong and his companion were the first to rush to the tunnel entrance. Seeing the scene before them made their hearts pound.
Inside the tunnel, a wailing and screaming man engulfed in flames was writhing and rolling on the ground, desperately reaching out for help. His body was already starting to dissolve from the fire, but upon seeing Xia Hong approaching, he recognized him at once.
"Ah, it's me, Wang He, save me, please save me..."
"Leader, save me, save me..."
At the mouth of the mountain tunnel, there were guards posted every day, ensuring that only those who presented the correct password when returning from outside were allowed to enter.
The two guards had retreated in a panic and quickly explained the situation to Xia Hong as he approached.
