There's no wall in the world that doesn't leak air. The case of the dismemberment eventually still got out, and the rumors became increasingly exaggerated. By the time night fell, there was nobody on the streets of the capital.
Long Che and Muta gave speeches on television to stabilize public sentiment, but it seemed to have little effect.
It wasn't until the third day after the crime that Long Che returned.
On the fourth day, Tong Yao also came back. Stepping through the door, she tossed out four simple words: "No leads whatsoever." Then, dragging her weary body, she ascended the stairs. Days and nights of continuous work had taken a toll on her physically.
On the fifth day, after the relocation of the Divine Eagle team was complete, the first thing that Tong Airui did upon returning to the capital was to deploy his team to assist police in 24-hour patrols through streets and alleys.
Seeing this overwhelming display of presence, the citizens gradually began to feel at ease.
