I stared at the small bridge opposite and said, "Of course not. There are rocks all around here, so the speargun is useless, but since we can only cross here, we need a rope."
"This way. , let’s pass one person at a time, tie the rope to the body first, and the others will catch them from behind. He tightened the rope to help him cross the bridge, so that even if the bridge did collapse, the people crossing the bridge would not fall. After crossing to the other side, we would untie the rope. , then pass the second person, wait until four people have passed on the opposite side, if the fifth person is not surprised If you are outside, just walk directly to the opposite side with the rope, and the person on the opposite side also holds on to the rope."
"In this way, the strength of the people on both sides will be almost the same, and then we will use force at the same time, and we will flatten the rope. The people below grabbed the rope and tried their best to ensure the highest safety, but I want to say one thing, those who can get through are lucky. If something happens in the meantime, then others will have to be appointed."
Jiao Ba looked at me and said, "I agree, it's all a gamble anyway. , I think this method is feasible, what do you think, Mr. Mai?" Jiao Ba turned his eyes to Mr. Mai again.
Mai Lao frowned, and after thinking for a few seconds, he said, "Okay, let's do it according to the loyal method. Others don't have any objections."
"No, as long as you can survive, I hope you can." It's okay." Steamed Bun seemed to be making sarcastic remarks, which made people feel uncomfortable.
"Then...who will pass first?" Jenny looked at everyone and asked.
"I will stay at the end. You can discuss who will be the first to cross."
I directly stated that the person who crosses last is the most dangerous. This bridge can bear the load. How many? No one knows that as long as the first person passes safely, the next three or four people will basically have no problems.
But maybe after several people pass by in a row, the wooden plank and rope will no longer be able to support it. When people behind pass by again, it will easily cause the bridge to break. Once the bridge collapses, even if we have the rope, we cannot protect ourselves. safety.
Especially the one who stays at the end to cross the bridge. If someone else appears in front of me, it will be easy for me to be brought in. There are many people on the other side. Fortunately, after all, I have enough strength. But here I am left alone to pull the rope, and I can't support it at all.
Once the bridge is broken, the person in front of me can directly take me down. This is the most dangerous link. It is equivalent to the person in front of me, which directly affects my fate, but after all, this attention It was me who did it, so this most dangerous link should be done by me.
In fact, the ropes in our hands do not play a very safe role. They are just to give everyone some comfort. People who understand can see through it at a glance. When the human body drops rapidly, then This power cannot be held by just a few people.
"No need to discuss, I will be the first to cross." It's Li Xin again. This girl is really brave. The last time she crossed the Heihe River, she also took the lead.
"Ah? Are you going to be the first to pass again? I think it's better to forget it. Now is not the time to show off." Jenny tried to dissuade her from the side again.
"I'm not trying, I know what I'm doing." Li Xin spoke firmly.
"Listen to me, okay? I don't want to see anything happen to you." Jenny took her hand and said worriedly.
Li Xin smiled and said, "Don't worry Jenny, it will be fine. Just stop trying to persuade me."
The others didn't say anything. Jiao Ba and Chang Shan also With Shunzi, none of the three of them spoke. I don't know if they agreed or something. Jiao Ba's eyes kept falling on the small bridge. It is estimated that he may not have heard what Li Xin just said.
Shunzi lowered his head and said nothing, Chang Shan's eyes were wandering, and he didn't know what to think about. The big man and the others couldn't count on it. It seemed that they would have to find Mai Lao.
Mr. Mai and I looked at each other, and then I turned to Li Xin and whispered, "Li Xin, this time is no better than last time. Basically, there is no certainty. The bridge may be broken anytime, anywhere. "It's very dangerous."
Li Xin leaned into my ear and said, "No matter how dangerous it is, it must be done." Are you going? I believe in myself."
"I said, this is not a joke. You were the first to pass it last time. That's because I am sure. I know it this time. Once you suddenly fall, we may not be able to catch you." I looked into Li Xin's eyes, hoping to dispel her idea.
"I know, don't worry, I've prepared for the worst." Li Xin still looked cold, but her eyes didn't match her expression. In her eyes, There is a kind of gentle gaze, very clear and warm, maybe I misunderstood it.
"No, you have to."
"In this case, I'll do it. There are so many men among us, and we can't let you take the lead as a woman. I feel a little bit overwhelmed." I haven't said anything yet. When it was over, Mr. Mai interrupted me directly.
"Well, let's settle it then. Mr. Mai, you go first." While Li Xin didn't speak, I quickly made a decision.
"No need, Mr. Mai, I've already decided, so I'll go there first." After Li Xin finished speaking, she took the rope and tied it directly to her body. It seemed that no one could persuade her. She did.
"Okay, then be careful. When crossing the bridge, be careful where you step." Mai Lao nodded to Li Xin, and finally had no choice but to agree to her.
After Li Xin responded, she walked to the edge of the bridge. I walked next to her and told her, "Remember, don't be too nervous. Try to stay calm. We will try our best to catch you from behind. Don't Be anxious, your feet must be steady, and you must walk slowly.”
Li Xin. Nodding to me, "Well, don't worry, I will walk to the other side safely."
At this time, I realized that Li Xin's forehead was actually sweating, and her face was also darker than before. She was a lot more nervous, some were white, and even her breathing was a little rapid.
I knew very well in my heart that she was erecting herself. No wonder, whoever it was, the first person to cross the bridge would be a little nervous.
Logically speaking, this task should be done by Mr. Mai. Only with his courage and ability, he is the most suitable to take the lead. But Li Xin insists on taking on it. What is she doing? She has to risk her life or death. risk.
I reached out and wiped the sweat on her forehead with my thumb, "Remember, if you are scared, step back and don't stiffen, it will not be good for you."
"Well, I understand, you Don't say any more, it's time for me to cross the bridge." After Li Xin finished speaking, she took a few deep breaths and prepared to cross the bridge.
"Everyone pull the rope closer, don't let go." I turned around and shouted, walked behind Li Xin, held the rope tightly in my hand, "Let's pass."
Li Xin slowly began to walk towards the bridge , she had a rope tied around her waist, and she was holding on to the two ropes on the bridge with both hands. When she first stepped on the wooden board of the small bridge, I could clearly hear the wooden board making a "squeaking" sound. It was obvious that the board could no longer bear any weight.
After Li Xin stepped down for the first time, she stopped. Her back was turned to me. I couldn’t see her clearly, but I could clearly feel her rapid breathing. It is an abyss of endless darkness. It takes a lot of courage to walk through it.
"If it doesn't work, come back. Don't force yourself." I whispered to her. For a woman, no matter how strong she is, her heart is still relatively fragile.
Li Xin glanced at me sideways, but said nothing, turned around, and then started to walk forward. She walked very slowly, very slowly, but every time she took a step, the wooden board under her feet They all make a "squeak" sound. This sound makes my heart hang in the air and I can't calm down.
Although Li Xin was walking in front, I felt more nervous than crossing the bridge by myself. My palms were covered with sweat, and I stared at her without even daring to blink. Afraid of accidentally falling down like this.
She has walked four or five steps. Although the wooden boards on the bridge made a creaking sound, none of them were broken. So far, she is relatively stable. I turned around and motioned for everyone to stop. The rope was pulled closer and the others nodded to me.
I know that they are as nervous as me, and everyone’s face is very heavy. If Li Xin passes, it’s okay, but if she doesn’t pass, and the bridge is broken on the way, not only her life is at risk , all of us might have to be buried here.
The surroundings are extremely quiet now. No one of us speaks much. The entire cave space seems extra quiet. Even if a pin drops to the ground, you can clearly hear the sound. It is dead silent, and there is dead silence again.
When Li Xin walked a third of the way, she actually started to speed up her pace. Maybe she thought that the bridge just looked scary, but it was actually quite safe. This was her biggest mistake. , it’s already this time, we must not act too hastily.
"Li Xin, slow down, don't be anxious, hold steady, be sure to hold steady." I shouted forward. I had to remind her that speeding up would cause the wooden planks of the bridge to suddenly Under stress, broken boards will inevitably appear.
Li Xin answered me loudly, "It's okay, I'm safe, you don't have to worry about me."
She took another big step forward, but because her speed increased Okay, after she stepped on the wooden board, suddenly, I heard a "click" and the wooden board at the bottom of the bridge broke.
"Be careful." Jiao Ba shouted anxiously behind me.
But it was still a step too late. Because Li Xin didn't step on her foot, she fell directly into the air. Her body tilted outward and she was about to fall. It was her reaction. Quick enough, she quickly reached out and grabbed the two ropes on the bridge with both hands, which prevented her body from falling. But even so, her body could not stand still for the time being. Because of her sudden movement, the small bridge began to shake violently. The shaking from side to side was obvious, and it was also accompanied by the sound of the bridge breaking at any time, which made people fearful. The scene is so shocking