That bolt of red light was like lightning tearing through the dead of night, sounding an alarm bell in the depths of my mind. Before I could even react, Qu Chen pulled me fiercely into his arms while a powerful force enveloped us. I felt the world spin wildly, my ears filled with the howling wind and chaotic screams.
When everything finally grew still, I found the two of us back on the ground. Utter chaos surrounded us; the joyous laughter of the banquet had been replaced by terrified shrieks. The starry night sky was now draped in a thick layer of red fog, exuding an eerie aura.
"What is going on?" I asked, still shaken as my heart pounded wildly against my ribs.
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