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.

I went

shrugged and let out a laugh. "Looks like you've become stupid after giving

you know to lie to me about my

"I won't

Surprised, I subconsciously turned

men stood on both sides of the door staring at me solemnly They were obviously not going to

step by step, while I took a few steps back and put some distance between us. "What are you

to that remote

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

on her face was even wider. "Yes, I

moment, the mobile phone in my bag rang. With one look from her, one of the men by the door ran over, grabbed my bag forcefully, and handed her the

pursed her lips