At this point, Helen didn't dare to test Charlie any further. She fearfully backed away and explained, "No! I was just joking earlier. I'm a survivor of the plane crash. I'm from America. If you don't believe me, you can check my passport and plane ticket!" Helen emptied her pockets and threw everything on the ground.
Charlie eyed her suspiciously before picking up the plane ticket and passport to examine them.
"So it really is you. Why didn't you just say so earlier?" Charlie put his machete away. But Helen was still shaken by his earlier reaction. Even though his killing intent had vanished, she remained frozen, trapped in the tense atmosphere.
Charlie said, "Don't be afraid. Since you're a survivor from the plane, you're not my enemy right now. By the way, I have some questions for y
