The Woman From Hell

The smell of books wafted from the inside, and I could vaguely catch the scent of dampness.

An abandoned bookstore. Sometimes, I really admired Nicky's ability to find such places.

I walked in. There were still various books on the shelves, but some looked worn out, and dust covered the shelves.

I looked around but did not see anyone.

My brows furrowed slightly. I did not want to continue wandering farther inside but Nicky's voice sounded from somewhere, "I'm here."

I stopped, still hesitating whether or not to enter, but I was unable to refuse the chance to learn my mother's secret. Even if Nicky was lying, I still needed to know where she came to learn of my mother. Following her voice, I came to a small door next to the counter. There was a yellow curtain. I opened it and entered. I caught a glimpse of Nicky sitting inside. Seeing me, she stood up.

Compared to the mess outside, the inside was well organized. There was even a small bed, which may be where the former owner used to rest.

my mother?" I went straight to

gaze toward me, and there was confusion in them. Nicky shrugged and let out

you know to lie to me about my mother? Who told

There was a smile hidden in her strange gaze as she shook her head. "I won't tell you since you want to know. Anyway, you won't be able to get

Surprised, I subconsciously turned

closed the door before me. Two tall men stood on both

room. She was smiling. There was clearly something wrong with her. She approached me step by step,

you to that remote building last year?" She laughed

had hired someone from a remote area to come over at that time to sell me off to a mountainous area. Could it be that this

the bottom of my heart. Nicky saw my panic, and the smile on her face was even wider. "Yes, I just want

her, one of the men

Nicky pursed her lips