But this was only the beginning. Shortly after the man left, thick smoke began to spread from the direction of the corridor, seeping through the gaps in the glass door.
The speed at which the smoke spread was unnatural. Within just a few minutes, it filled the entire office, and the intense smell of burning filled the noses of all three.
Fortunately, they were prepared. During the day, a group of them had bought a bunch of supplies, including simple fire escape masks used in case of fire emergencies.
They quickly put on the masks, but the effect wasn't great; they were still coughing incessantly, but at least they could open their eyes. The visibility improved significantly, and that intense burning sensation on their faces was alleviated quite a bit.
"We can't wait any longer. Let's go out now, head upstairs," Zhou Mingxiao, also a man of resolve, acted immediately. Overthinking would only waste opportunities.
