Chapter 180 – The People Are Anxious? What's There to Fear, We Have the Sword God Senior!

The next day, early morning.

The first light of dawn emerged,

Library.

Qin Yang carried Xiaobai as usual, coming to work and clocking in.

During the early morning hours, there weren’t many people in the library.

In the rest area of Zone 1, many colleagues gathered together, their hushed discussions audible. Qin Yang, holding warm meat buns and seeing nothing urgent to attend to, also went over to listen in.

“Have you bought your plane ticket? When are you planning to leave Jianghai?”

“In two days. I just applied for a long leave; I’m even considering resigning now…”

“The Beast Tide is almost here, and Jianghai is in chaos. The official news is so slow to come out!”

“If you’re leaving the city, don’t take the Second Ring Expressway! My aunt told me it’s been jam-packed since last night!!!”

“…”

“Official news?”

Qin Yang listened to the discussions, returned to his usual slacking spot, bit into the warm bun, and pulled out his Phone to check the trending searches online.

Instantly, news popped up on the screen, occupying the top spot in the trending searches—a striking official announcement:

[Jianghai Latest Announcement: Beast Tide Alert, Citizens Please Prepare!]

[Beast Tide Protection Guide…]

It ranked first in Jianghai’s local trending searches and fifth nationwide.

The release time was 5 a.m.

It was still early morning, and as more people woke up, this topic was bound to climb even higher, reaching the top spot nationwide!

“The authorities have chosen to go public… It seems the Beast Tide has finally arrived.”

Qin Yang skimmed through the trending searches and sighed inwardly.

Since the Jianghai higher-ups had decided to inform the citizens… it meant the situation was out of control, and they were preparing for the worst!

If the people survive, the land survives; if the people perish, the land perishes.

If the Beast Tide breached the city, at least more citizens could evacuate. Even if it meant leaving an empty city, it was better than causing innocent casualties.

In the end…

It was all about the common people.

“Living in such turbulent times is not easy.”

Qin Yang continued scrolling through the trending searches.

The screen rolled down.

An official video from the Star Martial Police Department appeared, showing the Commander himself addressing the public, urging all citizens to remain calm and follow official instructions.

Do not leave the city arbitrarily!

However, the trending searches below couldn’t be faked.

Right below the official announcement was the trending topic [Jianghai Travel Guide!]

[Alternative Transportation Options List]

With the storm approaching and disaster looming, everyone was scattering like frightened birds and beasts.

“.”

Qin Yang bit into his bun, neither agreeing nor disagreeing, and clicked on the comments, quietly observing the situation beneath the announcement.

In the face of disaster, the comments varied:

[Anyone know a way to get to Nankou? Heavy reward offered!]

[Look at this expressway—it’s backed up for miles! Can the authorities hurry up? [Image]]

[Can’t even leave the city, everything’s blocked, no plane tickets either… Might as well wait to die in my rental apartment.]

[Don’t panic! Jianghai is our home; we can’t just abandon it!]

[With disaster upon us, if we unite, we can overcome this together!!]

The online comments were a mixed bag, reflecting all facets of human nature—some fanning the flames and spreading negativity, others rallying everyone to protect Jianghai.

As Qin Yang read these comments, he felt a sudden stir in his heart.

Adversity reveals true character; when disaster strikes, all truths and evils are exposed!

Just then.

Another comment caught his eye.【What’s there to fear? At worst, we perish together. Besides, with Sword God Senior overseeing things, why should we fear a mere Beast Tide?】

The number of replies below had long surpassed three thousand floors and showed a growing trend, continuously stacking upward!

“Hmm?”

Seeing this, Qin Yang became interested. He opened the comments and scanned through the content.

【Agreed! Sword God Senior’s achievements are unparalleled—he’ll definitely resolve this disaster!!】

【Jianghai Sword God will surely take action this time!】

【I’ve bought the latest edition of the Divine Sword Plus figurine, hoping to receive Sword God’s protection!】

【With one sword strike that splits the heavens and arrays the stars as a frontline, dealing with these beastly Star Beasts is nothing but a piece of cake for him!?】

His gaze lingered there.

Qin Yang chuckled wryly.

No way…

Are these guys exaggerating too much?

“Am I really that powerful?”

Thinking this, Qin Yang felt somewhat moved. So many people in the city were paying attention to him.

In a way, this was like the power of faith—unity and determination, gathering thousands of beliefs into one. Even without ever meeting, the people had placed their hopes in him.

“Tsk, if the system ever rewards me with the ability to collect this faith, my strength might just level up!”

Qin Yang pondered.

His gaze drifted and suddenly caught an extremely eye-catching comment.

“Nonsense! What Jianghai Sword God? He hasn’t shown up even now—he’s probably already hiding somewhere, right? What a coward!”

“???”

Qin Yang was stunned.

Even at a time like this…

Someone still dares to go against the tide?

How brave!

“Let me check this guy’s profile.”

With that thought, Qin Yang glanced at the username.

【Jianghai Sword God’s Third Top Anti-Fan】

“…”

Damn fox! It’s you again!

Qin Yang was speechless. He had just asked Xiaobai to delete her account last time, and in the blink of an eye, she registered a third one.

Old habits die hard!

So you’re determined to pick a fight with me, huh?!

Seeing this.

Qin Yang fixed his gaze on Xiaobai, who was nestled in his arms. The little fox was catching up on her sleep, dozing soundly. Her fluffy fox tail hung down, curled snugly against her body.

“I think you might have a bit too much fur.”

Qin Yang stroked Xiaobai’s tail, injecting Star Power to numb the nerves. The more he thought about the hater’s comment, the more irritated he became.

He gave it a firm tug!

The next moment.

White fur fell like rain!

Qin Yang, quick-eyed and swift-handed, collected all the fox fur into his Star Ring.

An entire fox tail’s worth…

Now completely bald!

“?”

In her deep sleep, Xiaobai frowned, suddenly feeling a chilly sensation on her back. But she paid it no mind, simply snuggling deeper into Qin Yang’s embrace.

And continued sleeping soundly…

A short while later.

As work time approached.

At the revolving door, Li Zixuan arrived.

“Senior Brother! Good morning!”

Holding her notebook, she skipped over cheerfully to Qin Yang’s side and whispered, “Did you see this morning’s news?”

“About the Beast Tide? Yes, I saw it. The authorities finally announced it.”

“Mm-hmm, glad you saw it.”

Li Zixuan nodded. “The Jianghai higher-ups held an emergency meeting last night and made the decision.”

Just then,

Xiaobai, yawning and raising her tail, was about to change positions.

Two pairs of eyes—one large, one small—met. Li Zixuan’s gaze fell, focusing on Xiaobai’s tail.

“Huh? Woman, why are you staring at this Fairy?”Seeing this, Xiaobai wrinkled her nose and tilted her head to look at Li Zixuan. “Jealous of this Fairy’s beauty, aren’t you? Hmph, perfectly normal!”

As she spoke, she shifted positions, stretched out her paws, and prepared to continue sleeping.

“No…”

Li Zixuan shook her head, pointing at Xiaobai’s bottom as she hesitantly said:

“Little Fox, why is your tail bald?”

(End of Chapter)