I created the myth of the Great Old Ones.

"The good news, folks, is that I know a guy who helps out in the auditorium, and he found me a spot. The bad news is that it's on the roof. Oh well, the view is pretty good too."

On the television screen were images of Miskatonic filmed by him with a handheld camera. Thick fog blanketed the city, shrouding it in mist.

At that moment, at this moment.

Chapter 769 Red-Brained Migo Freddy

The video was shot handheld, which is the most normal shooting method for beginners, especially users of this old-fashioned camera.

Handheld photography, if not handled properly, can easily cause viewers to feel dizzy and nauseous after watching for a while.

Therefore, modern movies, even those aiming to simulate the realism of handheld shooting, will use stabilizers.

Stabilizing shots has always been a challenge in filmmaking. Ordinary camera tracks need to be laid out in advance, which is impractical in complex environments. Most filming still relies on Steadicam vests, which are heavy and complex devices worn on the body to stabilize the camera lens.

It's no wonder that after some drone manufacturers developed handheld stabilization shooting equipment, the entire industry has turned its attention to this area.

There are many classic handheld shots, and some are shot entirely handheld. As for this young photographer's footage, it can only be said that, for a beginner, his hand is fairly steady.

The footage is from some unknown Miskatonic Film Festival, and it has a certain vintage feel. The cars on the street are not the most modern models, and people are still using flip phones and candybar phones; there are no smartphones yet.

Just as the group was wondering what would happen next, a flurry of static appeared, and the videotape stopped playing.

"Huh, what's wrong?"

Scott took out the videotape and examined it, but couldn't find the problem.

The film ended just as the opening ceremony was about to begin, leaving viewers eager to see what would happen next.

"That's all."

Scott examined it for a long time but still couldn't find the problem.

"Didn't his mother say that the videotape recorded his experience at the film festival? How come there's only this little bit of content?"

Talia was puzzled.

"Yes, he died at the film festival, so there should be a sequel."

Scott asked suspiciously.

"Those scenes just now were very uncomfortable to watch."

Valerie was already a little sleepy; she lay half-reclined on the bed, hugging a pillow.

What movie?

Wes, who was taking a break after his shift, adjusted his glasses, got out of the passenger seat, and snatched the videotape from Scott's hand.

Scott briefly recounted what had just happened regarding the movie, which Wes found amusing.

"You actually believe that?"

He didn't seem to believe the old woman's words were true, but rather took them as a scary story to frighten people.

"You may have been influenced by the atmosphere of the room. Looking back now, those movies may have just been poorly made."

Wes put the videotape into the player, watched the movie, and shook his head repeatedly.

"It's too childish. I can see that he's trying to create a terrifying and eerie atmosphere, but the technique is clumsy. It only has emotion, not skill."

He dismissed it dismissively and turned off the player.

"Let's listen to the radio instead."

Back in the passenger seat, Wes turned on the car radio.

Abroad, radio stations are not as strictly regulated, and people often set up radio stations privately to promote their own ideas, especially on highways where it is easy to find private radio stations.

"...This is the Voice of Miskatonic. The film festival is coming up soon, Carter, what are your thoughts?"

"It's always the film festival, the film festival. The only thing that's ever talked about in this city is the film festival. You know what? Whenever this happens, I go to the supermarket in advance to stock up on some daily necessities."

What would you buy?

"Of course, it's those little rubber umbrellas. During the film festival, the amount consumed in Miskatonic is equivalent to more than half a year's worth here normally."

"If I buy some in advance and then sell them later, wouldn't I be able to make a fortune?"

"You're such a clever little devil, haha."

"Alright, let's put aside the topic of making money for now and listen to our first song of the day. It's a song that's perfect for Christmas, 'Red Brain Mickey Freddy.'"

After making their lewd jokes, the two hosts on the radio started playing a rather cheerful song.

Lu Ban knew very little about Christmas songs, only one song, "Merry Christmas," and maybe another, "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence." But judging from the melody, the song was indeed appropriate for the occasion.

You all know about Deep Divers.

[Black goat calves, Shatak birds, and Shoggoths]

Nightmare and Hydra

[Also, Juggle fungus]

But do you remember?

What is the most detestable creature among them?

[Red Brain Migo Freddy]

[Has a sticky brain]

If you unfortunately see this

[They will scream and go crazy]

But upon hearing the lyrics, several people frowned.

What song is this?

Valerie, who was almost asleep, suddenly became more awake upon hearing the song.

"I think I've heard this song before, but the lyrics are definitely not like this..."

Scott also found it strange.

Is this some kind of random singing?

Talia was confused.

Lu Ban had never heard the original version, but the strange words in the lyrics felt somewhat familiar to him, like the monsters he had encountered in a foreign land.

Amidst the cheerful melodies of Christmas songs, the lyrics are anything but festive, even evoking a sense of unease.

"Turn off the radio, it's making me uncomfortable."

Valery screamed.

"Isn't this creating a great atmosphere, Scott? Did you capture it?"

Wess showed no fear whatsoever, and instead had Scott record it immediately.

After the song ended, the two hosts started talking again.

The dialogue was much more normal than the songs, consisting mainly of dirty jokes and teasing about the film festival, which suited the tastes of long-distance drivers and was sufficient as background music.

"I'm going to sleep!"

Valerie put on her headphones, curled up in bed, wrapped herself in a thin blanket, and gradually drifted off to sleep in the swaying RV.

Talia and Scott also fell asleep quickly, and they would wake Scott up in the middle of the night to take turns driving.

Lu Ban lay in bed, thinking about the radio station, Feng Yu, and the videotape, and soon fell asleep with the slight swaying.

After an unknown amount of time, Lu Ban noticed that the hypnotic shaking seemed to have stopped.

He slightly opened his eyes and saw the driver opening the door to get out of the car. He thought it must be a shift change, so he closed his eyes again.

But after waiting for a while, the car didn't start moving again.

Lu Ban opened his eyes again. This time, he saw James and Wes smoking outside the car, while Scott sat in the driver's seat, checking the instruments.

At that moment, a faint hum of electricity filled the space.

Lu Ban heard a slight static-like sound, and he felt something light up his face. Looking over, he realized that the television had been turned on by someone at some point.

On the television screen, a handheld camera showed the state of the auditorium.

"Hey, it's about to start, this is so cool, this is a fantastic viewpoint, you definitely won't see this from anyone else."

The TV program seems to be showing a sequel to the movie that was left unresolved earlier?

Chapter 770 Outsiders

Lu Ban couldn't help but take a closer look.

"Look! That's director ■■■■■, my favorite is his debut film, it's full of talent!"

"If I had to pick one movie I've watched the most times, it would definitely be [movie title]! I never expected to see him at this film festival!"

"As expected! As expected! I knew ■■■■■ would be there this time!!!"

Upon seeing those famous directors and actors, the person filming became excited, and the camera shook even more violently. Clearly, this little fan, upon seeing the idols he had been following for so long, almost forgot that he was filming a video.

However, whether it was his pronunciation or intonation, the names he said were very vague, and Lu Ban couldn't understand who those directors and actors were. He couldn't tell from the footage either. Otherwise, he could have checked the information to confirm which film festival it was.

"Oh, I'm so sorry, I got too excited and forgot we were still filming. But I think anyone who loves movies would be excited and thrilled to see this."

The voice sounded a little calmer, he explained, but his body still obediently continued filming the opening ceremony.

Just as Lu Ban was wondering if the next few tens of minutes would be footage of the opening ceremony, he noticed that the well-dressed guests on the stage seemed to be circling around something.

"Hey, it's a sacrifice."

The photographer's voice suddenly rose a little, like a child watching a street performer—curious, expectant, and excited.

Most importantly, it doesn't feel out of place at all.

His tone of voice was like watching fireworks explode, devoid of any cruelty or tyranny, yet precisely because of this, it gave people a truly cold feeling.

Children are often said to be innocent and naive, but sometimes they can be ruthless in torturing and killing small animals.

The photographer gives the impression that he has never seen the real world and has only received the wrong education since childhood.