"Mother, put the knife down! It's me, Emily! "In the darkness I could see my mother's tense face! Her breathing appeared to be more rapid than usual. When she recognized me, the dagger instantly slipped from her hand with a sharp sound and fell to the ground.

"Emily, you're finally here!" My mother hugged me happily, "Let's get out of here while your father hasn't come back yet!" "

"Where are we going?" I asked puzzled, "You don't look good, I think I should find a doctor to check your physical condition first!" Mother, you need treatment!"

"Enough, don't say any more!" My mother cried out furiously, picking up the...