The rumbling sound kept coming from everywhere as if a large subterrainean creature was digging and moving under the earth. The unprepared residents and soldiers were at a lost upon hearing the strange sound underneath their feet.
The heavy slabs of pavement burst open, and earth as well as rocks were sent flying everywhere as a gigantic tentacle lunged out!
¹A genre of local folk dance and song from Northeastern China. It usually consists of two people, a boy and a girl. They sing as well as dance, using folded fans or red square handkerchiefs (which are twirled along as the song is performed) during the dancing portion. It is very popular due to its humorous dialogue and sketches, which have eclipsed the old dances and songs. Suggested translation: Spinning Pair