Chapter 639: Dawn of Chaos in the Capital

Boom boom! Boom! Boom!

A violent explosion of spirit energy blended with the sound of shattering bricks and stones.

Gunshots, cries, and roars intertwined above the vast Capital Safe Zone.

Attack helicopters circled from the outermost defensive line while a dazzling, energy-draining massive shield completely enveloped the city, resembling an inverted giant net that sealed off every traitor trying to escape.

Bang! Bang!!

Above the Rongjing Defensive Building, over a hundred Military Third-Stage Awakeneds pursued a former official.

Never had the Middle-Aged Man imagined that the Military would dare act against him. Desperately fleeing through the air, he screamed repeatedly behind him:

“Do you know who I am? I’m the director here!”

“I was appointed by Committee Member Lu! Killing me is treason!”

His voice warped with panic as his chubby face trembled uncontrollably.

Even as he shouted, he didn’t dare slow his frantic escape.

No one knew what was happening; all he remembered was the sudden National War victory announcement moments before, followed by a dazzling light on the distant horizon, as intense as a nuclear blast!

Moments later, he saw a giant sword descend, and then the capital was locked down!

“Where’s Committee Member Lu!?”

“And what about those big shots? Why hasn’t Chief Huang and the others shown up? Why did this batch of soldiers return first?!”

Dreading a terrible truth he had long feared, the man watched in horror as Military Third-Stage troops, disregarding the damage to the capital, advanced on him. In panic, he screamed and dashed toward the nearest residential building!

In his eyes, the capital was a scene of utter chaos—scores of Military Awakeneds were brutally slaughtering high-ranking figures linked to Lu Haishan!

This is insanity! The world must be mad!

Treason?

Before he could reach the residential building, an attempt was made to use the survivors as hostages.

The next second, a cold, merciless shout rang out behind him:

“You know exactly what you’ve done! You bunch of parasites—you should have been eliminated long ago!”

“Attack! Hold nothing back! According to the Prime Minister’s orders, if they dare resist, kill them on the spot!”

Whoosh—Boom!

In an instant.

Unlike the usual leniency shown to departmental representatives, the leading Squad Captain decisively ordered over twenty Third-Stage Awakeneds to strike immediately.

A barrage of concentrated Spirit Energy Skills erupted like a beam of light, obliterating midair the once high-ranking Defense Office Director, who had been fawned over by countless survivors!

With a resounding bang, his corpulent body burst like a blood bubble outside the residential building, sending the survivors inside into shrill screams!

The same gruesome scene replayed repeatedly throughout the Capital Safe Zone.

Meanwhile, atop the Hundred-Meter Building housing the Supplies Department, Wang Shouren—who had once met Yenir—watched in despair at the unfolding carnage.

He could see Military Third-Stage forces closing in on him. Amid chaotic screams, he let out a hollow laugh and even planned to jump from the top floor.

It’s over! Everything’s over!

Having once worked for Lu Tianming and embezzled spirit energy ore, the Defense Office Director knew all too well that the Military would never let him off!

He had never expected this day to come so soon!

Nor did he ever imagine that his support would collapse so utterly!

Trembling all over, Wang Shouren let out a bitter laugh and jumped from the top floor.

The world seemed to collapse before his eyes as he watched legions of Military Awakeneds closing in to capture him. In his eyes, apart from defiance, there was deep regret.

If I had known this fate awaited me today, I would never have crossed that kid!

The wind howled fiercely.

In his final moment before impact, he thought he saw the top of the Research Institute, with someone setting off alongside him.

……

Six hours later.

Mmm…

“Big brother, hug me…”

Mumbling sleepily.

Yenir’s Residence.

Unlike the brutal purge in the inner city of the capital, in a suburban Military Residential Area, Yenir affectionately patted Ye Xiaoan’s head, signaling the Troublesome Girl to continue sleeping.

Looking up, Yenir’s mental energy seemed to pierce the invisible Spirit Shield, catching the unending chaos within the city.

Unlike before, he now felt an unparalleled fullness in his spirit, his entire body brimming with power.

Perhaps ever since his rebirth, he hadn’t had a day’s rest.

After successive battles, this was the first time he slept so soundly, letting years of pent-up pressure finally dissipate.

He paid no mind to the cleansing battle in the capital. After handing his Otherworldly Ghosts off to Fang Hao and the others, he enjoyed a deep, refreshing sleep.

The rebels in the Capital Safe Zone weren’t particularly formidable; they were, at best, just a few stray cats.

As long as Fang Hao and his cohorts didn’t show mercy, the traitors connected to Huang Li and his group wouldn’t pose any real threat.

If there was any trouble, it would only be from the numerous capital officials and committee members colluding with the old regime’s Third-Stage operatives.

Yet Yenir believed that since the Prime Minister had promised him an explanation, he must know exactly what to do.

A quick pain is better than prolonged suffering.

If they’re to be killed, let them be wiped out completely!

He listened intently to the tumult within the city.

Yenir nodded slightly. Thanks to his Peak Third-Stage strength, the level of chaos in the city indicated that the purge was nearly over.

He paid no further mind to these ‘trifles.’

Cautiously, Yenir picked up Little Sister, holding her small hand as he slowly walked outside.

Immediately upon stepping out, he saw his mother busily preparing breakfast in the kitchen.

It was as if two worlds existed—one marred by bloodshed in the city and this peaceful haven. Seeing him, Yenir’s mother hurriedly called him to come eat.

Leaning against the doorframe and taking in the warm scene before him, he felt that everything was worthwhile.

“Mother is still here, and Little Sister is alive.”

“In my past life, at this very moment I was still struggling at the bottom, trying to scrape together enough money for the second test.”

“In the second year, the calamity began, throwing us into turmoil.”

“By the third year, global chaos reigned; Tianfeng fell, and I became a refugee.”

“In the final six months, I finally awoke—but there was no time left for me…”

His gaze was complex, filled with deep emotion.

For a moment, Yenir’s heart was a whirlwind of mixed feelings.

This time, he had finally taken the first step toward the only promising outcome.

The enemies in the capital had been wiped out—from the Military to high-ranking officials, from Liao Hai to Li Xuanguo. Half of China now belonged to him. No longer isolated, Yenir knew that after today, a multitude of supporters would stand behind him.

“Once I eliminate the remaining parasites scattered across China’s Safe Zones, I can rally a nationwide force and execute my second plan!”

His resolve hardened.

Yenir took a deep breath, careful not to disturb his mother busy in the kitchen.

In the blink of an eye, his figure vanished, reappearing outside the house suspended in mid-air.

He watched as dawn slowly rose overhead, the sun beginning to brighten on the horizon.

Silently, he surveyed the capital from above.

Yenir felt as if everything were a new dawn, heralding a fresh start.

“Beep.”

Just as Yenir was about to reach out and grasp the first rays of sunlight,

the next second a private message from Fang Hao rang out instantly.

“Yenir! The purge is over!”

“If you’re rested, come over! All of us are waiting for you!”

“Four hours later, the Prime Minister is set to announce the ‘Address to All Citizens’!”