Chapter 422: Purge
While multiple news headlines with different descriptions hit the hotline, a rare statement, a video, and pictures attracted most Weibo users. The video covered the scene where Spirit Fox surrounded the military vehicles till the two sides engaged in a fistfight.
Many were stunned by the confrontation. What the heck happened while they were at work? The most talked about on the internet was the scene, where Jiang Yu soloed so many of the military soldiers. Or KOed everyone.
Why were both parties so intent on fighting as if civil war would break out at any moment? Some rumored that the military hindered Spirit Fox's progress. A few hinted that perhaps the corrupted military harbored and hid the criminals, which was backed by many netizens, claiming they were near the area and heard the arguments.
More rumors sprouted in an uncontrollable direction. Most of Province N citizens believed Spirit Fox more, given the original reputation and the conduct in the past months.
The special unit always addressed violent crimes and arrested powerful people. There had been numerous rescue operations, albeit in a smaller size. These victims, who had experienced the joy of living, supported Spirit Fox, making the statement of the military being corrupted more viable.
The military public relations team was quick to respond, releasing an official statement.
'There has been a misunderstanding between City N Police and the garrison because of some miscommunication. Because of the chaos in the city, we sent out our most readied unit to assist the police in quelling the predicaments. Unfortunately, the robbers exploit this gap, causing the two parties to mistrust each other, and take an opportunity to escape.
We urge our citizens not to believe the rumors spreading outside easily, especially some malicious parties intending to deepen the enmities between civil and military. We are sincere in cooperating with the police to apprehend the robbers and bring justice to the people. Please be patient and wait for further news. We swore to protect, serve, and defend our nation.'
Likewise, Yang Qingyue ordered her subordinates to release a post to support the military to show the cooperation between the two parties to bring justice. An irony for her, for the first time in exchange for benefits, she sold her morals. Just wait, in a few years…
Although a few netizens expressed disbelief, these were quickly submerged by official statements to confuse the civilians' knowledge. Only a sane one could guess that both parties took a step back to prevent overspilling conflicts. That also included the gangs, who were quite disappointed that the fire didn't spread.
The name and reputation of Spirit Fox had been in the limelight lately, offending several parties, including some officials. In broad daylight, everyone applauded the success but in the dark, no one spared the energy to trip over like they had done to Yang Qingyue.
Many discovered to defeat Yang Qingyue, they must first extinguish Spirit Fox. Sooner or later, they would receive bad news. Nobody in a big position was clean and safe once Yang Qingyue launched another massacre.
Many heads would roll again. As soon as they obtained the news that the military confronted Spirit Fox, they leaped in joy and contacted the military circle, expressing condemnation and support for cooperation.
Even though military big guys denied it on the surface, their tones displayed there were rooms to play. Everyone understood the hidden meaning and flattered by pointing at firm equalities, and sacredness of the military. The officialdom was deep.
Unknown to those corrupted politicians, Yang Qingyue's Operation SkyClear commenced, targeting these people. Vehicles departed from the staging area in several directions. Particularly, Spirit Fox team leaders joined their partners and issued orders from above. The officers rode on their patrol vehicles and rushed to the destination escorted by Special Operators to arrest.
An overkill obviously. A summoning was enough but operators would use violence to detain them.
City N Police's newly formed SWAT remained on standby to reinforce any directions and to serve as protection for the temporary HQ. Cai Ning listened to various reports and made adjustments based on the situation. Her mind raced as problems and solutions came and went.
When she discovered Yang Qingyue lazing around, she took in a deep breath to prevent her emotions from bursting out. It was so annoying to see a free person when she was busy.
Yang Qingyue felt her spine chill and noticed Cai Ning's fiery glare. She coughed with guilt and stood up, pretending to work. After all, everything was well-prepared, what did she need to do? Apparently, she didn't have any work.
So, she focused on a convoy which was in contrast to the ones participating in Operation Skyfire. The convoy was formed by herself to reinforce Tang Ziyi's air assault group.
The Aegis vehicles formed a convoy. Several armored trucks rolled on the street with might, menacingly approaching the Tiger gang's location. If Tang Ziyi's group couldn't handle it well, they were the cavalry.
By now, the informants could report the news to let the gang prepare defenses. Since Athena took full control and received unlimited permissions from Ling Qingyu, she would solve these hidden dangers.
Plus, by now, Azi's helicopter formation should be near the scene to rain hell upon the tiger gang. Even if reports reached the gangs, everything was over.
Normally, police needed to obtain warrants or permission from higher-ups to deal with top criminals like Mr. Hu, a gang leader. However, Yang Qingyue had sufficient evidence and threats to ensure judges passed the paperwork easily.
Going through legal procedures would expose the mission prompting her to follow Xiao Yue's suggestion. Kill before answering.
Not to mention, the Governor must give face to her and accept the outcomes, no matter how Yang Qingyue overstepped. Tiger gang leader's connection and life talisman had run out. This was the fate of going against the government.
Even if his network spread inside the political circle, once he broke the rules, he must die. Although Mr. Hu didn't really break the hidden rules, Yang Qingyue's intervention and Spirit Fox's powerful determination to root out his force destroyed the original balance.
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When his power decreased gradually over the attacks caused by Spirit Fox in the past months, his reputation also dipped—nobody in the circle took him seriously. He was considered a goner. Xiao Yue's strategy worked like a gem without any political consequences. Cutting losses after his men got arrested was like losing his arms. His power weakened dramatically.
Now, Spirit Fox delivered a final decisive blow. Yang Qingyue's eyes drifted to a radio on her waist, given by Tang Ziyi. A gift.
The radio device was very advanced despite looking very plain outside. She was waiting nervously for the news from Tang Ziyi.