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As dawn broke, the sound of "bang, bang, bang" echoed through the air as tear gas canisters were fired into the crowd. Armed with riot shields, the armed police and SWAT teams directly intervened in the chaotic scene.
With the support of the NJ Military District, soldiers replaced the police in their blockade duties. The combined forces of law enforcement and military personnel finally began to suppress the riot that had lasted for over ten hours.
Inside Pudong International Airport, all corpses had been eliminated, and piles of bodies were stacked on the runway, beginning to burn. Even in the Second Quarantine Zone, one could easily smell the acrid stench wafting through the air.
A layer of gloom enveloped the entire city.
Due to the H Virus's weak airborne transmission and survival capabilities, this odor was merely a byproduct of burning corpses.
At the same time that military and police forces entered the Second and Third Quarantine Zones to quell the unrest, countless images of clashes between civilians and soldiers circulated online, becoming front-page headlines and live news reports for various media outlets.
Once footage of violent confrontations spread across the internet, it caused a significant uproar. Coupled with some individuals fanning the flames, the repercussions of this incident far outweighed those of the virus infection itself.
This was the second global outbreak of the H Virus, ringing alarm bells for countries around the world. Although the H Virus had low airborne transmission capabilities, it required heightened vigilance regarding those who remained alive among the infected.
In terms of controlling virus spread, the efficiency of the Chinese Empire far surpassed that of Kapa City, which had been completely unprepared during its outbreak.
In an international metropolis with a population density and flow far exceeding that of Kapa City, over fifty thousand people died directly or indirectly from the virus. While this number was indeed substantial, it paled in comparison to Kapa City's death toll exceeding one hundred thousand.
However, aside from those who died from the virus, casualties resulting from the riots were also significant. The actual death toll from the riots was much lower than that from the virus, but injuries exceeded one hundred thousand, and property damage was incalculable.
Simultaneously, all responsibilities and errors were largely shifted onto those in power amidst various undercurrents, exacerbating existing internal conflicts.
"I never expected it to escalate to such proportions." Yang Xiaoyou remarked as she holstered her handgun and made a record. Her heart felt somewhat helpless at that moment.
It all stemmed from changes in Kapa City that led to Huang Jing's escape, which triggered a viral outbreak and intensified conflicts. The butterfly effect was indeed quite significant.
With domestic tensions escalating to this extent, many future events would likely take a noticeable turn. Notably, the Common Unity Party, which had been lying low during its incubation period, would probably accelerate their agenda.
During her time in Pudong District, Yang Xiaoyou personally experienced the chaos and vividly remembered those circumstances. In this world, there are no absolute rights or wrongs—only differing perspectives. She felt a sense of tragedy for Shichen, who was continuously under fire.
As the world's leading economic entity, the Chinese Empire was shaken by a significant event, the repercussions of which were felt globally. The origin of all this chaos stemmed from the actions of Yang Xiaoyou in Kapa City.
In the past, he could clearly foresee the trends of the future, but now everything had become rather murky.
"What a pity it is to have real guns and not be able to use them," Huang Wei lamented as he waited outside for Yang Xiaoyou to finish his statement.
In the strictly regulated environment of the Chinese Empire, opportunities for close encounters with real firearms were rare. It was even more regrettable that Yang Xiaoyou had tossed one to them earlier, allowing each of them to handle it for a while.
"I’ve heard that many schools will be temporarily closed soon. I wonder if ours will be affected," Yang Xiaoyou said, feeling somewhat exhausted. His injuries were still present, and the psychological burden from his personality assimilation weighed heavily on him.
At this point, external media had yet to mention any issues regarding the incident, likely to avoid causing panic. However, the body of the deceased would surely be discovered, and the cause of the incident could easily be traced. Consequently, various preventive measures would likely be expedited.
To ensure that no other threats slipped away, it was reasonable for high-risk areas like schools to implement temporary closures. With the Mid-Autumn Festival approaching, it seemed likely that this would be combined into an extended holiday.
"It should happen. Luckily, this outbreak occurred at the airport and not at our International Anime Expo; otherwise, it would have been a huge problem. Still, it's a shame we couldn't get a closer look at those corpses," said a chubby friend as he finished eating and walked over.
While Yang Xiaoyou was busy returning his firearm for documentation, Huang Wei and his group waited outside for him. Of course, their main purpose was not just to wait for Yang Xiaoyou but also to get closer to Feng Lin.
Meanwhile, the Cat People had already returned home after two exhausting nights.
Qi Menglu and her parents were unaware they had arrived in Shanghai, which spared them from having to check in with them. Concerned about her own parents, she managed to contact them once; however, they had already left Hongqiao Airport for Osaka due to some issues that had cast a shadow over their boss's view of the Chinese Empire.
Just when Yang Xiaoyou thought there was no need to contact anyone else, his phone rang with a familiar tone.
"Hello? What’s up?" he answered after seeing who was calling, rolling his eyes.
"Hey! What do you mean by that? Did you think my words fell on deaf ears? Someone contacted me just now! Didn’t you attend that party initiation ceremony last night? You’re driving me crazy!" Liu Lianyue's voice came through with an exasperated tone that conveyed her frustration. Even over the phone, he could sense her weakened state.
Her injuries were not something that could heal easily. Fortunately, she usually presented herself as delicate and sickly; this time she didn’t have to pretend. The fact that she still had the energy to call showed how much she cared about this matter.
"You think I wanted this? I came to Shanghai for the International Anime Expo and ended up getting quarantined. I just got released," Yang Xiaoyou complained.
"Oh? You're in Shanghai too? Well, never mind. You go ahead; let's leave it at that for now. I'll think of a way to help you later. Just stay put and don't go anywhere during this time," Liu Lianyue replied, sounding somewhat surprised. She hadn't expected Yang Xiaoyou to be in Shanghai as well. Given her firsthand experience of the situation, she could understand Yang Xiaoyou's frustrations, and her tone softened considerably.
"Uh, there might be a problem during this time. You know the Mid-Autumn Festival is coming up, and with everything that's happened, there will probably be a long holiday. I might need to reunite with my parents," Yang Xiaoyou said helplessly. She thought about visiting that irresponsible fellow and also stopping by the company to remind them of her presence.
Lying on the hospital bed with one hand in a cast and a bandage wrapped around her forehead while holding her phone with the other, Liu Lianyue felt a surge of irritation when she heard the first part of Yang Xiaoyou's statement about having problems during this time. When she heard the latter part, her expression momentarily froze.
She then seemed to sink into a bit of gloom, her gaze becoming unfocused as if lost in thought. After a while, she sighed softly and said, "Parents, huh? It is indeed important to spend time with them during the holidays. Go ahead."
The gentle breeze blowing through the window lifted her shoulder-length hair, giving Liu Lianyue an unexpectedly delicate appearance at that moment. It was somewhat similar to her business demeanor at school but also distinctly different, carrying a hint of quiet loneliness.
"Oh? She's being so nice; could it be that someone is with her?" After hanging up the phone, Yang Xiaoyou appeared somewhat surprised. Ever since Liu Lianyue had revealed her true nature in front of her, their conversations over the phone and their time spent alone together had always been genuine performances. It was only when outsiders like Liang Wuxuan were present that Liu Lianyue would speak to her in such a tone.
Before Yang Xiaoyou could delve deeper into her thoughts, she suddenly shivered involuntarily. A glance revealed Feng Lin staring at her phone with a peculiar expression.
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