Clink, Clink, Clink.

The sharp sound of three bullet casings hitting the tiled floor was almost drowned out by the piercing screams that erupted throughout the restaurant. Panic swept through the patrons like a tidal wave, sending them barreling toward the exit in a frantic scramble reminiscent of a stampede. A few unfortunate souls stumbled and fell, only to be crushed beneath the rushing tide of terrified diners scrambling for safety.

Just moments before, laughter and clinking silverware filled the air as couples and families savored their meals. But in an instant, the atmosphere shifted to one of horror. The kitchen doors swung open, and a few chefs staggered out, their faces pale and eyes wide with madness. Then, without warning, they lunged at the unsuspecting diners, their primal instincts awakened as they sank their teeth into the flesh of their terrified patrons, turning a peaceful evening into a nightmare. Chaos erupted as the once-charming restaurant became a scene of unimaginable carnage, fueling the instinct to flee—or fight—for survival.

Amidst the throngs of panicked people, stood Zhu Yuan, her heart pounding in her chest. Dressed in a stunning white long V-neck dress that flowed elegantly around her, she completed the look with sleek black open-toe ankle strap high heels. Tonight was supposed to be special, an evening promised to be filled with laughter and romance. She had even splurged on a glamorous necklace that sparkled under the lights. Yet, as the minutes dragged on, her excitement turned to disappointment; her date had vanished, leaving her without a single reply to her growing list of texts and calls.

But now, her focus shifted sharply as chaos erupted around her. "DON'T RUN!" she shouted, desperate to quell the rising tide of instinctual fear that gripped the crowd. Panic-stricken bodies collided, and she watched in horror as a few people tripped, their fate sealed in the chaotic rush. “REMAIN CALM!!!” Zhu Yuan cried out, determination igniting her spirit. Just as she pushed her way towards the entrance, she was suddenly shoved aside, crashing hard onto the floor. The impact stunned her, leaving her momentarily dizzy.

Regaining her bearings, she used the nearby wall to pull herself into a crouch, her eyes darting around the dimly lit hallway that led to the staff room. Peering around the corner, she felt dread wash over her—more of those undead creatures were shambling toward the noise of chaos outside, their grotesque forms silhouetted against the flickering lights. “SHIT!” She muttered under her breath, frustration mixing with fear.

The once-bustling restaurant now lay deserted, eerily silent except for the haunting screams that echoed from outside. Fueled by adrenaline, Zhu Yuan regained her footing, steeling herself for what lay beyond the doors. With a deep breath, she stepped outside, ready to face whatever horrors awaited her, only to find the relentless swarm of creatures that had first emerged from the kitchen now prowling the streets. That's when her phone buzzed. She pulled it out, and well, what she saw wasn't something anyone expected. An alert from the government about how several cities had been ordered to evacuate.