"Strictly forbid discussing the Evil God and Shadow Creatures. Violators will be severely punished!"
"As for the Evil God: don't listen, don't believe, don't spread, and don't participate!"
"For the peace and stability of our home, spreading fear is strictly forbidden."
After Chen Shouyi reported the intelligence, the military immediately took it very seriously. That afternoon, they swiftly began taking measures.
By evening, the town's walls were covered with large slogans. At the same time, large numbers of soldiers and town government staff took to the streets to deliver lectures. However... the effect wasn't good.
It was easy to break people's faith, but hard to dispel fear. Still, they had at least managed to suppress the growing trend of discussion.
Three days later.
"Then I'll be off. See you all again if we get the chance," Chen Shouyi said to Wang Lie and Zhu Xueqing.
"Mm. Chief Chen, take care on the way," Wang Lie said, shaking Chen Shouyi's hand.
"Remember to keep in touch by phone!" Zhu Xueqing stepped forward and hugged him. Her eyes were red as she spoke.
Chen Shouyi nodded, released her from the embrace, and walked toward the military helicopter parked nearby. Soon, it slowly rose into the air.
He looked out the window as the war zone gradually receded into the distance.
He turned his gaze away and leaned back in his seat, relaxing all over. He closed his eyes, and a wave of sleepiness washed over him. Before he knew it, he had fallen asleep.
He didn't know how long he'd been asleep.
Chen Shouyi was suddenly jolted awake.
"Chief Chen, wake up! We've been spotted by an otherworldly bird. Please take your parachute in case of an emergency. The helicopter is preparing to make an emergency landing!" the pilot shouted nervously.
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