Wang Yongjie led the way while Qin Shi followed behind, one holding the map to point out the direction; the other guarded the surroundings, cautiously on alert for any criminals that might emerge.
These uninhabited areas located on the outskirts of the main city of the Tai'an Metropolitan Area resembled abandoned towns, with deserted streets, decrepit shops with tattered signs, and a network of narrow, winding alleys.
Many desperate criminals or those carrying murder cases chose to hide and survive here.
They would carve out their territories and even form gang-like organizations, creating a dark underworld akin to a "shadow world."
The commotion from the previous fight attracted much attention; Qin Shi, with heightened senses, detected multiple footsteps and varying breathing rhythms.
They were lurking in the shadows, like hyenas, observing their prey and waiting for the moment to pounce.
