The storm outside had become increasingly terrifying. After a pleasing little drink, Da Pan, with his slightly flushed face, began to worry again.
He stood at the cave entrance, staring at the terrifying noises outside, repeatedly turning his head to look back at the two women inside.
Su Li and Xue Guo both saw the look in Da Pan’s eyes, but neither of them spoke up.
Without needing to say it, they all knew what Da Pan was worried about.
Lazily stretching, Su Li squinted his eyes and began to fake sleep.
Xue Guo bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, her lips opening and closing a few times before finally closing them. She shifted her position slightly to use her body to block some of the bright flickering firelight to make Su Li more comfortable.
Seeing Su Li and Xue Guo’s reactions, Da Pan felt his spirit sink even deeper and became even more anxious.
Not just Da Pan, but the audience in the live broadcast was also getting anxious.
Especially the fans of Wang Bai and Xie Susu, who had long been causing an uproar in the comment section.
Su Li’s name was frequently mentioned, with most comments being quite unpleasant.
They accused him of being cold-blooded, indifferent, selfish, and lacking compassion.
Seeing that Su Li and the others were having a relatively good time while their idols were suffering was extremely troubling to them.
Su Li, Da Pan, and Xue Guo were all dragged out and bitterly scolded, until the sight of Da Pan’s urgency minimized the barrage directed at him.
Comparatively, the impassive Su Li and Xue Guo faced even more vitriol.
In particular, extreme fans even declared in the comment section, that if something happened to Wang Bai or Xie Susu, they would never forgive Su Li.
They accused him of being inhuman and heartless.
It was as though the misfortunes of the others were all orchestrated by Su Li.
This argument even received a lot of agreements.
Seeing that Su Li was almost falling asleep, Da Pan finally couldn’t hold back anymore. He stepped forward and said loudly, "I have a request, and I hope you two can agree."
As he spoke, without waiting for the others to ask, he continued, "Even though there were some minor disagreements with others at the beginning, I feel that we still should not just ignore them."
"We should find them and bring them here. During times like these, it’s better to have everyone united and working together."
Da Pan was filled with a sense of justice.
Those watching the live broadcast, who originally felt indifferent towards this boxing sports star, began to see his merit.
Many bystanders became his fans because of his words.
Su Li dug at his ears and said softly, "Why are you yelling like that? I’m not deaf."
Seeing that Su Li had responded, Da Pan quickly urged them, "Then let’s hurry, the situation outside is getting worse."
Su Li smiled but made no move, asking, "You just looked outside. Do you think it’s wise for the three of us to go out in this condition?"
Da Pan’s expression stiffened as he became momentarily at a loss for words.
Indeed, as Su Li said, the storm outside had come too fiercely. A tree thick enough to require a child’s embrace was being uprooted by the strong wind.
Their light and delicate bodies would most likely be swept up into the air the moment they stepped outside, let alone walking to find the others whose location was still unknown.
Furthermore, the painful pelting rain, which was enough to sting when it hit, made it impossible to keep one’s eyes open just standing at the cave entrance.
In such conditions, to speak of going on a righteous mission was simply a fool’s talk.
Da Pan awkwardly said, "So we’re just going to let them be?"
Su Li glanced at Da Pan with a smirk that didn’t reach her eyes, "Intervene? You should first consider your own capabilities before making such grand statements."
Su Li could see right through Da Pan’s intentions.
It was nothing more than wanting to increase his goodwill in front of the live audience.
But stepping on her to rise up was something Su Li could not tolerate.
She spoke bluntly, almost outright saying, "If you’re not capable, don’t pretend to be a big shot, making grand statements and becoming a laughingstock for no reason."
Da Pan was utterly embarrassed, he had not anticipated that Su Li, who appeared gentle and weak, could speak so sharply.
The thought that everyone had witnessed his foolishness was completely contrary to his initial expectations.
In a rush of impulse, his questioning words blurted out.
He pointed at Little Monkey beside him and challenged, "We might not be up to it, but surely this monkey can, right?"
"He listens to you almost like a lapdog, let it lead the other monkeys to find the others—that should work, right?"
Xue Guo was taken aback that Da Pan would say such things, his gaze shifting slightly with a dim look.
Da Pan, however, stood tall, unyielding, firmly believing he was not incorrect.
Human life supersedes all other forms of life, obviously the lives of Wang Bai, Lang Erping were more important than those of beasts.
Su Li saw through Da Pan’s underlying message, a hint of mockery at the corner of her lips, "In my eyes, all life deserves respect."
"I won’t put other lives in danger just because of what I want."
"To me, they are all equal."
As soon as Su Li finished speaking, the audience in the live broadcast went mad.
Instantly, the topic #SuLiColdBlooded topped the entertainment section.
In most people’s self-perception, no life is as important as their own.
Su Li’s comments were taboo, especially under these circumstances, touching everyone’s bottom line.
How could humans be equated with animals.
Because of these controversial words, Su Li quickly became known nationwide and even globally.
Due to an unavoidable natural disaster, the livestreamed guests trapped received widespread attention.
International media also reported on the event, with more and more people following the rescue progress.
The director’s original intention to go viral was realized in an unusual form, but he wasn’t feeling happy.
Compared to domestic opinions, foreign audiences were more tolerant of Su Li’s comments.
Though still controversial, there were also some who agreed.
Believing that all lives matter.
Da Pan was frantic, but with Su Li unmoved, he was powerless.
Trying several times to dash into the rain alone, he still couldn’t overcome his psychological pressure.
After all, when making that suggestion, he had taken into account all factors including the troop of monkeys.
As time passed, some audience members in the live room also began to see reason.