Rising Threat Level

At the base in Merrica.

The command center was deathly silent.

The Westerners dressed in military uniforms all seemed shocked.

A long time later, someone said with much difficulty, "The two Guardians are confirmed dead."

Everyone exclaimed incredulously when they heard that.

How long was it since a Guardian died? That was at least two years ago!

"This is a serious act of provocation!"

"Immediately activate the Level D alert. Gather all forces in the vicinity to destroy the enemy!"

"Yes, General!"

Very soon, the alert was broadcast.

"This is HQ. This is HQ. A major threat has appeared in L City. Two Guardians have perished. The threat level is now at Level D. All L City personnel are requested to mobilize and destroy the enemy."

Many people in L City and the surrounding cities were alerted.

They hastily left their houses, got into their cars, and drove toward L City.

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