Looking Back

Zoey seized this opportunity and ran for her life! It was her only way out! Once she was out of immediate danger, Zoey let out a sigh of relief. She turned her head to look back and met Charles's eyes. In those eyes, there was astonishment and disbelief. The remaining Scarlet Ants were still in pursuit of her, and Zoey shuddered. She quickly averted her gaze and continued to sprint forward without looking back. As Zoey's figure grew smaller and smaller in the distance, Charles felt a chill run down his spine. He was frozen in disbelief and muttered, "Zoey..." She just...ran... She used him as a stepping stone, a shield, and then abandoned him without a second thought to save herself... Facing the onslaught of countless Scarlet Ants, Charles strangely felt no pain. His heart and eyes were filled with nothing but the image of Zoey leaving him behind. His resolute vow to protect her crumbled at this moment. In anguish, Charles closed his eyes, awaiting death. Inside the livestream room, t