Chapter 12: In danger

Erica thoughtlessly ran into the forest in hopes of a successful escape. The forest path was difficult to navigate but provided ample hiding places. That was Erica's thinking when she made the decision. However, Erica forgot that she was alone, while the men were in a group of five. Not to mention, Erica didn't know that those guys seemed quite familiar with the forest, so their movement was much easier and less challenging than Erica's.

The outcome was inevitable when Erica got lost and wandered aimlessly in the forest. And finally, the group successfully apprehended Erica with ease as soon as she realized she had become lost.

"Little girl, where are you going? You made us run all over the place looking for you. What are you going to do now? The consequences you have to bear are our punishment." One of the five men said it with a grin. Erica raised her head and found herself facing bad men. One of them reached out and touched her. Erica trembled and instinctively stepped back.

"Come h