"When the great flood first started, we didn't pay attention."
"Everyone just thought it was nothing more than an ordinary torrential rain."
Zhao Huiyao spoke, a hint of reminiscence on her face.
Everyone present also showed a hint of reflection.
Indeed, when it initially started raining, no one thought that what seemed like a normal heavy rain could last until now.
Zhao Huiyao's voice pulled everyone back to the summer a year ago.
"Although we lived in the villa district, we were among the first to be affected when the great flood came."
"In less than a week, our villa was submerged, and many homeowners, being forced by the situation, started fleeing one after another."
"Some swam towards the community, others found ways to go to their other residences."
"Those living in Xinghai are all wealthy, with more than one home in the city center."
"At that time, I wasn't cautious enough and didn't leave immediately; instead, I moved to the top floor of our house."
