The infinite heavens begin with American horror.

Three days later, the morning air in Shawshank Prison was still thick with a tense and oppressive atmosphere. However, amidst this somber mood, two figures were walking towards the warden's office—Li Qing and Andy.

The door to the warden's office was gently pushed open, and Li Qing and Andy stepped into the room. Warden Norton, who was sitting behind his large desk, quickly stood up upon seeing them, a fawning smile on his face.

“Mr. Li Qing, Andy, you’ve finally arrived. Please, have a seat!” Warden Norton greeted them warmly, his voice revealing a hint of anticipation and eagerness. He personally carried two chairs over and placed them in front of the two men, gesturing for them to sit down.

Li Qing and Andy exchanged a glance, then slowly sat down.

Norton is nothing like the powerful figure he once was.

Warden Norton returned to his seat, crossed his arms, and glanced back and forth between the two men. He cleared his throat and said, "I've called you here today because I have some good news to tell you..."

Sitting in his chair, Li Qing glanced around the office and noticed that the hole behind the embroidery had been filled in, and the safe was nowhere to be seen. It seemed that Norton had learned his lesson and dared not hide the safe in the office again.

.......

“I asked my friend to help investigate the case of Ulmore Blatche and we have found out that there is indeed an inmate named Ulmore Blatche in Von Maas Prison, who was sentenced to six years in prison.”

“This year marks Umor’s sixth year in prison, and he will be released in a few months,” Norton said.

......

Two hours later, Li Qing and Andy walked out of the office.

The joy on Andy's face was indescribable! It was as if the whole world had brightened up because of this good news.

Umor has finally been found, which means he is one step closer to freedom, and with Tommy as a key witness, everything seems to be going in his favor.

Andy firmly believed that it wouldn't be long before he would be able to walk out of the closed gates of Shawshank Prison with his head held high, completely bidding farewell to his status as a prisoner.

At that time, he will be reborn and embrace a bright future.

Thinking of the tunnel that hadn't been dug yet inside the cell, Andy instantly lost the motivation to continue digging; it was no longer necessary.

Since they could leave Shawshank openly and honestly, there was no need to dig a tunnel and sneak out of Shawshank.

After all, nobody wants to live a life of hiding as a fugitive.

.......

Shawshank Prison sports field.

A shout rang out behind Reed.

"Rider!"

Upon hearing the shout, Reed, who was playing ball with Herwood and the others, quickly turned around to look back.

Red saw Andy walking towards him, a baseball in his hand, a broad smile on his face.

"Hey, Red, I have some great news to tell you!" Andy said excitedly.

"What good news?" Reed asked curiously.

"We've found Ermo Bratch!" Andy's voice was filled with joy.

“Really? That’s wonderful!” Reed was happy for him too.

"Moreover, with Tommy as a key witness, I believe I will be free soon!" Andy's eyes gleamed with hope.

Red patted Andy on the shoulder in support.

"Congratulations, Andy, you deserve it."

Suddenly, Andy's expression changed, becoming somewhat serious. "Reid, I have something to tell you..."

Hearing this, Red paused for a moment, then, seeing Andy's serious expression, he understood something and pulled Andy away into the distance.

.......

“Red, do you still remember Old Brooks?” Andy said slowly, a complex light flickering in his eyes.

Reed frowned slightly, staring at Andy, and asked in confusion, "Of course I remember, why are you suddenly bringing up Old Brooks?" His eyes revealed a hint of incomprehension and bewilderment.

Andy was silent for a moment, seemingly considering how to express his deepest concerns. Then, he said softly, "Red, you've been in Shawshank Prison for almost thirty years, but the outside world changes so fast, it's different every year... Just like Old Brooks, who spent fifty years in prison, couldn't adapt to life outside after he got out..."

Red listened quietly, a heavy feeling rising in his heart. He knew Andy was right; he, like Old Brooks, had spent too many years behind those high walls, his contact with the outside world dwindling, and his understanding of the real world becoming increasingly blurred.

Andy continued, "You're my best friend in Shawshank Prison, and I don't want to see you repeat the same mistake and end up like Brooks."

“Andy, some things are beyond my control, like parole. I’ve been denied parole twice already, and I don’t know if I’ll succeed next time. Maybe I’ll spend my whole life in Shawshank Prison and die there.” Red’s tone was low and somber, as if he already knew what would happen to him after his release.

“Besides, I can’t adapt to the outside world. I’ve been completely institutionalized. In Shawshank Prison, I was the one who could get you anything, but once I’m out, I’m nothing. I don’t know where to start or how to start.” Red sighed helplessly and continued, “I might have as much trouble as Old Brooks even getting a job at a supermarket.”

He is different from Andy. Andy was wrongfully imprisoned and only had the opportunity to be released with the help of Li Qing and Tommy, but he was indeed imprisoned for murder.

Although Red longed for freedom deep down, he couldn't imagine what life would be like after he actually got out of prison.

Before his imprisonment, Andy was a renowned banker with profound financial knowledge and exceptional intelligence. Given his abilities, even if he spent twenty years in Shawshank, he would still be able to achieve success in the outside world after his release.

But Red is different; he doesn't have Andy's talent and abilities.

He knew that once he left prison, he might end up with nothing and might not even be able to survive.

Therefore, for Red, freedom was not a pleasant thing. He preferred to stay in prison and continue living a familiar life. At least here, he still had a certain status and value, and could earn the respect and trust of other prisoners. If he were out, everything would become unfamiliar and difficult.

It's actually best for him to stay in prison for the crime of murder...

“No! Red, I have a feeling you’ll be able to get parole next time!” Andy said quickly, looking at the somewhat dejected Red.

"Maybe......"

“After I get out of prison, I plan to leave the United States and go to a place I’ve always wanted to go.” Andy raised his head, his eyes filled with endless longing for freedom.

"Zihuataniho..."