Chapter 322: The Divide
As the rumor about the President''s rescue spread, the National Police finally took action and verified the matter. Some were swayed to go back to the old government while others were adamant to stay.
In the end, the people who wanted to join the old government were the minority who couldn''t adapt to the new world. They longed for the old system where they could just follow the government for a safe, boring life filled with a veil of obscure sense of protection that barely separates the evil from good.
ck Haven already prepared their stance against the event. The Guild (above organization) would not stop anyone from leaving, however, their citizenship and rights would be revoked stopping their usage of all Guild facilities.
For the survivors who were already used to hunting and trading resources within the guild, switching sides was never an option. In before, they were living a poor lifecking with everything. Now that they be stronger, they are literally feeling on top of the world.
Some even loved the neutral-grayness of ck Haven. As long as you don''t go overboard, ck Haven wouldn''t stop whatever shady business you were doing.
Inside the meeting room of the town hall, Chief Paolo Cas had a grim expression on his face after his subordinate ryed shocking news.
ck Haven wanted the National Police out of the territory.
Jun initially paid no attention regarding the open-spy sitting at the center of the main town for ck Haven. The stronghold city up north was a mess with a lot of dictating powers trying to pull the strings from the dark. It would be impossible for them to be a threat unless they be united.
And that time was about toe.
The President has been rescued, and even if some group of people with different interests tried their best to fight over authority, the general public would still follow the President. With the President at the steering wheel, setting the direction for everyone, it would take no time for the old government to catch up.
With unityes strength and division brings weakness. Simply, even the weak, unorganized group would be strong after they be united.
And the first thing that ck Haven needs to prevent is the outward flow of information. They can''t afford leaks to research advancements, and the overall situation of the territory. If the enemy doesn''t know any information, they can''t make future ns and the status quo would be maintained.
As for future spies? He could just easily make Rene add a use to the contract that if you''re a spy, you would dance around naked once you signed the contract. Those who tried their luck would be caught dancing on the spot and would immediately be detained to undergo interrogation.
And if you don''t sign the contract after reading the use? You would appear suspicious and would still undergo interrogation. If you''re clean and nothing was found against you, you would be free to go. However, if caught trying to escape due to the use, that person would be sent for some fun time.
Survivors who only wanted shelter, a safe ce where they could live would have no problems and qualms about most of the use. Only people with different intentions would frown upon it.
Of course, the National Police doesn''t know his reasoning for booting them out. Even if they know, they have no choice but to move out.
Currently, the National Police had 600 survivors, not including themselves. Half of them were nonbatants while the other half works their asses for various needed supplies.
Paolo Cas understands deeply how the stronghold works. Thebatants would surely be weed with open arms, quickly fitting in. However, the other half would surely have a hard time adjusting and fitting in with the stronghold.
Although he didn''t stay for long at that ce, he knew it wasn''t as friendly towards the weak and innocent. Bringing these people would result in harsher situations.
Paolo Cas doesn''t know what to do. He knew he can''t oppose ck Haven''s will, or they would be annihted on their spot without being able to fight back. In terms of equipment alone, ck Haven already monopolized all the top tier materials while the First Army had second-hand top-grade equipment. Even with unprecedented kind of luck, it would be impossible for them to win.
Left with no choice, Paolo Cas finally gave orders to his subordinate waiting in front of him.
"Inform everyone that we''re leaving. We are going towards Antipolo where the President currently stays and join with their expedition to go up north."
"What about the reason? People would ask why were leaving. Should I tell them about ck Haven kicking us out?" the officer replied trying to remain calm as much as possible. They were once gloriousw enforcement officers, and yet here they are, having to walk on their toes as a new boss in town directs his gaze upon them.
"ck Haven isn''t kicking us out, carve that in your mind! We''re moving out on our own to reunite with the old government. We won''t stop anyone from staying, but make sure that everyone in the volunteer group joins us. They''re great power that can help with the expedition to the north."
"I understand." the officer saluted and walked out of the door.
Even though he was alone in the room, Paolo Cas couldn''t help but search the dark corners and only calmed down after making sure there was no one else here.
Just as he leaned back on his chair, the door suddenly opened.
He nced at the open door but found no one there.
He frowned, "Is anyone there?"
BANG!
The door was shut tight as if someone was having a bad day.
All the hairs on his body stood up. For a brief moment, he saw a familiar silhouette staring at him. Deep inside him, he felt like he knew who it was, and yet he decided to not pursue the matter. All that matters was he was still breathing, alive.
"Kukuku. Are you saying that you''re always watching? Hahaha!!!"
Paolo Cas clenched his fist so tight that blood almost stopped flowing on his hands. He helplessly leaned back, then his eyes wandered exhaustedly on the letter on top of his table.