After finishing her part, Sofia walked towards the lounge and rested for an hour. After two hectic days of work, the shoot was almost done, and the crew got a day off.

The next day, they would be leaving the ancient city. In the morning, Sofia left the shooting site for Shanghan Mountain after informing John that she would be traveling alone today.

After informing Aaron of her plans, Sofia ventured into the mountains, a realm of breathtaking green scenery that belied the lurking dangers within.

The dense foliage and picturesque views were a stark contrast to the perilous terrain, where a single misstep could prove fatal.

The authorities had marked the innermost regions of the mountains with ominous red warnings, signifying the extreme danger that awaited those who dared to travel there.

These areas were not only riddled with hidden traps and treacherous paths, but they were also the hunting grounds of formidable wild animals.

Traveler's had to navigate the terrain with utmost caution, constantly vigilant to avoid becoming prey to the unseen threats that lay in wait.

The serene beauty of the mountains masked a treacherous environment where survival required both skill and luck.

At the Roy mansion, Christ had embarked on a mission to Shanghan Mountain with his team, in search of the elusive lotus-shaped pate flowers—a rare medicinal herb.

This expedition was driven by desperation, as Christ's younger brother, Fallion Roy, had been bedridden for the past year due to a debilitating car accident.

The family had exhausted all their connections and resources to locate this rare herb, known for its potent healing properties.

After an exhaustive search, they finally discovered its whereabouts deep within Shanghan Mountain.

Determined to save his brother, Christ set off for the mountain with a meticulously detailed map, far more comprehensive than the one Sofia possessed.

As Sofia ventured into the mountain's inner regions, captivated by its verdant scenery yet wary of its hidden dangers, Christ was already navigating the deepest parts of the terrain. His journey was fraught with challenges, but the detailed map gave him an advantage in avoiding the traps and wild animals that lurked in the shadows.

Despite the treacherous conditions, Christ pressed on, driven by the hope that the lotus-shaped pate flowers would provide the miracle cure his brother so desperately needed. Christ soon reached his destination and, after a thorough search, his team safely secured the coveted lotus-shaped pate flower.

As they prepared to depart, one of his bodyguards noticed another rare herb nearby. "Boss, there's a rare herb beside this one. I think it's a purple star flower. This could also be helpful in curing the young master. Should we take it?" the bodyguard asked.

"Sure, take it safely," Christ replied, recognizing the potential value of the purple star flower. With both herbs in their possession, Christ and his team began to make their way out of the perilous mountain terrain.

However, just as they were about to leave, a knife suddenly flashed through the air towards Christ. If not for his quick reflexes, he would have surely lost his arm.

"Leave the purple star flower here, or you will die in this mountain," a cold voice echoed through the trees. Christ scanned the dense foliage, but the speaker remained hidden.

Though he couldn't see the person's face, his instincts told him it was Sofia.

The tension was palpable as Christ weighed his options. The voice's cold determination made it clear that any hesitation could result in deadly consequences.

The mountainous silence now seemed oppressive, amplifying the threat posed by the unseen assailant.

Christ had to decide swiftly whether to heed the warning and leave the purple star flower behind or risk confrontation in the treacherous depths of Shanghan Mountain.

Sofia couldn't see the person's face due to the shadows cast by the dense trees, but when she noticed that the purple star flower had been taken, roots and all, she knew the people nearby must have taken the precious herb.

Driven by urgency and determination to secure the herb, she launched her attack without hesitation.

The atmosphere was electric with tension as both Christ and Sofia, unwilling to back down, began to advance towards each other. Each step brought them closer to revealing their opponent's identity.

The wind picked up, rustling the leaves and adding to the suspense, until finally, they stood face to face.

"It's you!" they shouted simultaneously, the realization dawning on them.

Sofia's eyes were wide with vigilance and surprise, trying to process the unexpected encounter.

In stark contrast, Christ's eyes flashed with a dark, predatory glint, intense and unyielding, like a hunter fixated on its prey.

The contrast between Sofia's wary alertness and Christ's dark yet intense eyes made the unknown atmosphere strangely harmonious .