Xin Qing's body grew taut the moment she heard that voice. Tremors shook her body, and she had to struggle with all her might not to bolt right then and there.

"What's wrong with you?" William had noticed Xin Qing's strange behavior and was just about to step closer to help her, but another hand emerged from behind Xin Qing's body and beat him to it. Xin Qing barely had time to react before a pair of tiny, soft, white hands touched her face.

"Ah... uh... ma..." ...