NIP #509 - I accidentally entered a deserted village at midnight and met a mysterious beauty
#509 - I accidentally entered a deserted village at midnight and met a mysterious beauty
Tang Yin's fingers instinctively clenched the motorcycle's brakes, but the action was meaningless. The motorcycle's front wheel suddenly lost support, and the entire vehicle tilted forward, instantly plunging into the steep cliff hidden behind the dense thicket.
Time seemed to slow down at that moment. Tang Yin felt his body leave the motorcycle seat, being thrown into the air.
The surrounding scenery spun before his eyes, trees, moonlight, and darkness blending into a blur of colors. Before his brain could process what was happening, his body crashed heavily onto the hard ground.
Pain surged through his body like an electric current, and Tang Yin couldn't help but groan. He rolled on the ground several times before stopping, feeling as if he had been run over by a truck. Despite his body protesting, he forced himself to slowly get up, trying to adjust to the surrounding darkness.
"Damn it, where is this?" Tang Yin muttered to himself, looking around. He found himself at the bottom of a narrow valley, surrounded by tall trees and steep mountain walls. The moonlight was blocked by layers of canopy, with only sparse rays filtering through the gaps, barely providing any visibility.
Tang Yin fumbled towards a dark shadow not far away, which was his motorcycle.
As he approached, his heart sank. The motorcycle was wrecked, the front wheel severely deformed, and the body covered in dents and scratches. Even if he knew nothing about mechanics, he knew this vehicle was beyond repair.
"Did that woman want to kill me?" Tang Yin suddenly thought of the convenience store clerk, and anger flared in his chest. Looking back, the directions the woman gave him were clearly wrong, leading him to this dangerous place.
Tang Yin gritted his teeth, suppressing the anger and fear in his heart. He knew the most important thing now was to find a way out, not waste time being angry here. He turned to go back the way he came, hoping to find a path up the mountain.
Just then, a faint light suddenly flashed in the woods in the distance.
Tang Yin blinked, unsure if he had seen it correctly. He held his breath, focusing all his attention in that direction, and sure enough, a few seconds later, the light appeared again.
"Someone!" Tang Yin was overjoyed. This discovery gave him new hope and motivation. He speculated that there might be people living nearby or other travelers camped nearby. In either case, finding other people meant he might get help.
Tang Yin took a deep breath and decided to head in the direction of the light source. He moved carefully on the rugged ground, constantly vigilant for potential dangers. As he moved forward, the surrounding environment seemed to be undergoing subtle changes. The air became more humid, and he could vaguely hear the sound of flowing water.
After what seemed like a long trek, Tang Yin finally saw a clearer light source.
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Standing on the riverbank, Tang Yin gazed at the flickering light source in the distance, his heart filled with conflict. Reason told him to be cautious, but the instinct for survival drove him to approach the only light. He took a deep breath and mustered his courage to shout, "Hello! Is anyone there?"
His voice echoed in the dark valley, but received no response. Tang Yin shouted a few more times, but only echoes answered. The eerie silence made him feel a chill, as if the whole world was deliberately avoiding his existence.
Despite the increasing unease in his heart, Tang Yin decided to continue forward. He cautiously walked towards the river, the water's surface shimmering silver under the moonlight, appearing particularly serene. The river wasn't deep, but the rapid current and smooth pebbles made crossing challenging.
Tang Yin took a deep breath and stepped into the icy river water. The cold instantly spread from the soles of his feet throughout his body, making him shiver. He carefully moved forward step by step, constantly watching his footing, afraid of being swept away by the rapid current.
Finally, Tang Yin reached the other side. He climbed ashore, panting, and looked back at the river behind him, relieved to have crossed safely. Just then, his attention was drawn to an object on the ground—the light source he had been searching for, a dropped flashlight.
Tang Yin crouched down and picked up the still-lit flashlight. Its casing had some scratches, indicating it had been through some bumps. Tang Yin's heart sank, realizing that the flashlight's owner was likely in trouble, swept away by the rapid river.
However, a question suddenly popped into his mind: Why would someone be standing in the middle of the river with a flashlight in the middle of the night? This thought made Tang Yin feel even more uneasy. He looked around, trying to find some clues, but besides the flashlight, there were no other obvious signs of human presence.
In the distance, the silhouettes of the mountains loomed in the night, like sleeping beasts. The valley was filled with a humid atmosphere, mixed with the aroma of soil and plants, forming a unique scent. Occasionally, a cold wind blew, bringing a chill that made people shiver.
Tang Yin stood on the riverbank, feeling the silence of the late night. His heartbeat sounded particularly clear in this silence. Just then, a woman's voice suddenly came faintly from above the valley, breaking the night's tranquility.
"What are you looking for?"
The sudden voice startled Tang Yin so much that he almost jumped.
He turned around abruptly, the beam of the flashlight sweeping wildly in the darkness, trying to find the source of the voice. However, he saw nothing, only swaying shadows of trees and hazy moonlight.
"Who? Who's there?" Tang Yin asked in a trembling voice, trying to hide his fear.
There was no answer. Silence enveloped the entire valley again, as if the voice had just been his hallucination. Tang Yin looked around nervously, clutching the flashlight in his hand, as if it were his only weapon.
Just as Tang Yin was wondering if he was hallucinating, the voice sounded again, this time clearer:
"That... I dropped this flashlight. Could you help me pick it up?"
Tang Yin was stunned for a moment, then looked up. In the moonlight, he saw a young woman standing on the hillside above. Her figure was outlined by the moonlight, giving a dreamlike feeling.
As Tang Yin's gaze focused on the woman, he couldn't help but hold his breath.
She was a stunning beauty, her short hair playfully curling around her ears, accentuating her delicate face. Her skin was a healthy tan, glowing faintly in the moonlight, as if a gift from the earth. Her eyes were bright and piercing, and the corners of her mouth were slightly upturned, with a hint of a mysterious smile.
The woman wore a simple white T-shirt and denim shorts, showcasing her slender and toned legs. Her overall temperament had both the fashion sense of a city girl and the simplicity and naturalness of a country girl. This unique charm left Tang Yin somewhat dumbfounded for a moment.
Coming back to his senses, Tang Yin quickly explained, "Sorry, I didn't mean to take your flashlight. I'm lost and looking for a way out."
The girl's expression softened slightly after hearing Tang Yin's explanation. She seemed to be thinking about something, her brow furrowed slightly. After a while, she suddenly said, "How about this, you can come home with me. My home is in a village nearby. You can rest there for the night and figure out a way to leave tomorrow."
Hearing this invitation, Tang Yin felt a surge of joy in his heart. He looked the beauty up and down, unable to stop his thoughts from wandering. He said with a smile, "Really? I'm at my wit's end now, I won't stand on ceremony."
The girl seemed to see through Tang Yin's thoughts, the corner of her mouth slightly raised, with a hint of teasing, "I just feel sorry for you, if you have any ulterior motives, feel free to try."
Saying that, she extended her hand to Tang Yin. Tang Yin reached out to grab it, but didn't expect the girl to pull him up. The great force shocked Tang Yin, he was almost effortlessly lifted up.
Tang Yin was secretly surprised, thinking, "Goodness, she's a strong woman?" He couldn't help but become more curious about this mysterious beauty.
After standing firm, the girl smiled and introduced herself, "My name is Wang Lina, I'm twenty-one years old. I go to university in a distant coastal city, this is my hometown. It just so happens that school is on summer vacation, so I came back to rest for a few days."
Tang Yin also gave a brief self-introduction, and the two walked and talked, Wang Lina leading him towards the village. The mountain road in the night was rugged, but Wang Lina seemed to know it like the back of her hand, walking lightly and freely.
They talked a lot, from their respective study experiences to their plans for the future. Tang Yin found that Wang Lina was not only outstanding in appearance but also very insightful. When she talked about her major and ideals, her eyes sparkled with enthusiasm, which made Tang Yin fascinated.
However, just as their conversation was heating up, Wang Lina suddenly stopped, her voice becoming low and serious: "You must keep looking at the light, don't look around."
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This sudden warning made Tang Yin feel uneasy. He subconsciously wanted to look around, but Wang Lina's hand suddenly gripped his wrist tightly, the force causing Tang Yin a slight pain.
"I said, don't look anywhere else." Wang Lina's voice carried a hint of unquestionable authority.
Tang Yin suppressed his curiosity, fixing his gaze on the light ahead. They continued forward, but the atmosphere became tense. Countless questions flashed through Tang Yin's mind: Why can't I look around? What's around? What is Wang Lina afraid of?
The night grew deeper, and the surrounding shadows of the trees swayed in the breeze, making rustling sounds. Tang Yin felt as if he was in a strange world, with unknown dangers lurking around. He followed Wang Lina closely, his heart beating faster, both anticipating and fearing the unknown that was coming.
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After a period of walking, Wang Lina brought Tang Yin to an old, deserted village apartment.
The building had obviously experienced the passage of time, the grayish-white paint on the exterior walls was severely peeling, revealing mottled red bricks. Some of the glass in the windows was broken, crudely covered with newspapers. The iron balcony railings were already rusted, looking rickety. At the entrance of the apartment, a dilapidated wooden door was half-open, making a creaking sound.
The surrounding weeds were overgrown, and vines climbed on the exterior walls of the building, adding a bit of mystery to the long-abandoned apartment. Tang Yin couldn't help but feel a trace of unease, wondering if such a place was really suitable for living.
Wang Lina seemed to notice Tang Yin's doubts, explaining, "This is where I lived when I was a child, although it looks a bit old, it's still very safe." She paused for a moment, then said, "Can you wait for me? I want to change my clothes."
Tang Yin nodded, standing outside the door to wait. Through the frosted glass, he vaguely saw Wang Lina's figure.
Although it wasn't very clear, it was enough to spark his imagination. He saw Wang Lina slowly taking off her top, revealing the beautiful curve of her back. Then, she seemed to change into more comfortable clothes, her movements light and elegant. Tang Yin couldn't help but hold his breath, a strange feeling rising in his heart.
A few minutes later, Wang Lina changed her clothes and called Tang Yin into the house. The scene in the room surprised Tang Yin. The space was almost empty, making it hard to tell it was a girl's room.
The mottled marks on the walls showed the passage of time, and a slightly worn carpet covered the floor. A simple bed leaned against the corner, next to a small table and two chairs.
The most striking thing was the refrigerator in the corner of the room, with the door half-open, filled with beer. Wang Lina noticed Tang Yin's gaze and said with a smile, "Want to have a bottle?"
The two each took a bottle of beer and sat down at the small table. Wang Lina raised her bottle, gesturing for a toast. With the crisp sound of clinking, the atmosphere seemed to become lighter.
Wang Lina took a sip of beer, a look of satisfaction on her face, but then frowned slightly: "Am I living just to drink?" she said half-jokingly.
Tang Yin looked at her with some surprise: "You're so young, drinking shouldn't be that bad, right?"
Wang Lina nodded seriously: "Indeed, I haven't despaired of love and the future yet." A complex emotion flashed in her eyes, but she quickly returned to her relaxed demeanor.
Tang Yin took a sip of beer and suddenly realized the current situation. He asked with a bit of teasing, "In the middle of the night, a single man and a single woman alone in a room, don't you feel a sense of crisis?"
Hearing this, the corner of Wang Lina's mouth slightly raised, revealing a meaningful smile. She looked at Tang Yin with a smile that was not a smile, and said softly, "Guess?"
This answer left Tang Yin speechless for a moment. He felt a rush of heartbeat, both nervous and excited. Wang Lina's attitude was both teasing and warning.
Tang Yin didn't know how to respond, so he could only laugh awkwardly and take another sip of beer.
The atmosphere in the room became subtle, with silence seeming to contain endless possibilities.
Tang Yin secretly looked at Wang Lina, his heart full of questions: Who exactly is this mysterious girl? Why would she live alone in such a deserted apartment? And what will he experience on this unusual night?