Shen Liqing slowly opened his eyes, taking a few seconds to regain his senses before realizing that he was actually still alive.

The sunlight seeped through the gaps in the bushes and fell upon his face, making the small scars even more prominent. Due to being washed by the fast-flowing water, the slightest movement made every bone in his body ache as if it would fall apart. Moreover, at his age, he could hardly withstand such torment.

He knew Shen Lu, if he continued to stay here, he would definitely be found by Shen Lu. Time couldn't be delayed any longer. If he was taken back by Shen Lu, it's hard to imagine what kind of treatment he would suffer. Moreover, Shen Lu now harbored a deep hatred towards him.

Shen Liqing dared not face Shen Lu, because the person he liked was Shen Lu's mother. Every time he saw Shen Lu, the guilt in Shen Liqing's heart would intensify.

After a dozen seconds, Shen Liqing slowly raised his body, allowing himself to adapt to the pain in his limbs. Although he initially limped while walking, he gradually grew accustomed to it. His whole body felt numb, and Shen Liqing didn't know where he should go. Everything happened too suddenly, leaving him feeling somewhat bewildered.

He knew very well that he could no longer go back. With his reckless nature, if he were to be found, he would undoubtedly face inhumane torture.

After walking for over three hours on foot, Shen Liqing watched as the sun gradually descended from its slanted position towards dusk. Nightfall was approaching, and the surroundings remained tangled in dense shrubs. Shen Liqing forcefully roused himself, trying to regain some clarity in his eyes.

The temperature drops in the mountains at night, not to mention that he is completely soaked, wearing thin clothes that offer no warmth. Nobody knows what creatures might come out at night.

If he couldn't get out of this thicket, it would be difficult for him to survive the night and he would also be covered in injuries.

Could it be that his life really ends here?

Thinking of this, Shen Liching felt a bit unwilling. He had escaped from Shen Lu's pursuit and survived the turbulent river. What else could destroy him?

He continued to travel in the direction of the setting sun, not daring to stop for even a moment. He was afraid that if he rested, he wouldn't be able to get back up. Along the way, he picked some wild fruits to replenish his energy, realizing that as he approached forty, his physical strength was truly not what it used to be when he was young.

After walking for an unknown period of time, Shen Liqing saw a hillside. He glanced downward and could faintly make out a winding mountain road. Indeed, there is a way out.

Shen Líqīng, who was already exhausted, gathered his strength and stood up. He had to flag down a car on the road before it got dark. The area here was sparsely populated, otherwise he would have to walk to the nearby town on foot after reaching the road. He knew that he didn't have enough stamina left.

He glanced at himself, looking like he had just been robbed. He smiled bitterly. He had never been in such a sorry state in his entire life. He had never imagined that he would end up like this. He had even planned out his future life, with everything running smoothly at the company. However, the current situation has disrupted all of his plans.

When Shen Liqing walked to the side of the road, he felt depleted. His gaze remained fixed on this road. After a while, still no vehicles passed by. Very few people would come here. Shen Liqing, feeling somewhat desperate, lay down on the side of the road.

Suddenly, Shen Liqing saw a red sports car driving towards him not far away. Every cell in his body trembled with excitement. He quickly stood up and limped to the middle of the road, carrying the last glimmer of hope, and waved towards the approaching vehicle.