Chapter 70 Open Public Security Management

Chapter 70: Open Public Order Management

The third day of the apocalypse.

Huasiao awoke, as usual, to the bright, scorching sunlight, a little later than yesterday, with the clock already pointing to 5:30 AM.

Due to the intense workout before bed, she was utterly exhausted and fell asleep the moment her head hit the pillow. She enjoyed a sound night's sleep, undisturbed by the gruesome scene at the entrance of Jinxiu Huayuan the day before.

She groggily got up as usual, shuffled into the bathroom in her slippers, and began her morning routine.

While washing, she opened the game interface to check for any new notifications from the Chinese official channels.

"Chinese Official: Since the launch of the Apocalypse game, the temperature on Water Blue Star has been rapidly rising, leading to countless cases of heatstroke across various regions. Relevant medications are still being regulated, and hospital supplies are under strict control. To prevent drug wastage, scalping, and ensure those in need receive their medication, hospitals strictly require patients to personally visit and take their medication under the supervision of doctors and nurses, with no external carrying allowed."

"Chinese Official: As of 5:00 AM today, temperatures in various regions have reached between 40°C and 49°C. It is predicted that temperatures will be even higher at noon and will continue to rise tomorrow. In some areas, severe heat and sunburns have already occurred. We urge all residents across China to take this warning seriously and implement effective cooling measures. Those who can afford it should promptly purchase Elven Flower Clothes, which not only protect against insect bites but also maintain a constant temperature."

"Chinese Official: Special Operations Bureaus have been established in various regions, and monster-hunting operations are underway. Based on the experience of the monster-hunting teams from these Bureaus, we have compiled some intelligence, which we are now sharing with the public.

To date, the most common monsters appearing in various regions are goblins and werewolves. Werewolves are categorized into ordinary werewolves, Elite Werewolf Bosses, and Elite Werewolf Big Bosses, with hit points of 100, 5000, and 10000, respectively. They can be identified using the Identify skill; otherwise, they can be distinguished by the following visual cues: ordinary werewolves do not carry weapons; Elite Werewolf Bosses are three stories tall and wield a mace; Elite Werewolf Big Bosses are five stories tall and also use a mace as a weapon.

Do not blindly overconfidently engage in monster hunting. Make thorough preparations or form groups before attempting to hunt. The weak points of werewolves are located in the center of their foreheads, hearts, and knees. Attacking these areas will yield better results.

There are also three types of goblins: first, the timid goblin, which is three inches tall and uses a single attack method—throwing stones from a small basket on its back, with minimal damage; second, the ordinary goblin, which is nine inches tall and throws spears, with an attack power equivalent to that of an average adult male; third, the goblin priest, which is twelve inches tall, wields a staff, and can cast spells, launching fireballs, water arrows, and ice arrows.

New players who wish to venture out and participate in monster hunting can start with the timid goblins, which have the weakest attacks, gradually accumulating rewards from treasure chests before attempting to attack higher-level monsters. Goblins' weakness lies in their sensitivity to sound; you can use sound to attract their attention and then attack them from an unexpected angle."

After reading, Huasiao couldn't help but admire the nation's meticulousness and thoughtfulness. They had even summarized the types and weaknesses of monsters, essentially providing a complete guide. What reason did those hesitant to leave their homes have not to give it a try now?

However, for someone like her, who started with ample capital and could dispatch enemies with a single shot, this information wasn't particularly essential.

She quickly skimmed through and moved on to the next notification.

"Chinese Official: Killing monsters will drop a golden treasure chest, which can only be opened by the player who lands the killing blow. The contents of the chest depend entirely on personal luck. Even empty chests should not be wasted—the game will recycle them for 3 copper coins. Please keep this in mind."

"Chinese Official: Item科普 (Item Knowledge Popularization). Currently, items obtained from treasure chests include various types of food similar to those on Water Blue Star, fantasy fruits that increase personal attribute points, various recipes, and different types of items. These items include scrolls (single-use and permanent), game weapons, game accessories, and various attribute materials, among others. The selection is diverse, each with its own uses. Special Operations Bureaus nationwide are purchasing all of these items without exception."

"Chinese Official: Scroll Type Introduction. Currently, officially documented scrolls include the Lightning Scroll, which possesses extremely powerful attack capabilities. Users must exercise extreme caution—without defensive scrolls or other protective items, avoid using it to prevent self-harm; Ultimate Ice Wall: ..."

What followed seemed like a torrent of game-related information—detailed analyses and introductions of various in-game items, scrolls, and their optimal combinations. Scrolling down revealed an extensive list of such information.

Huasiao quickly scanned through it. The items listed were common drops from treasure chests—high-frequency loot. Rare items were not included.

Still, these analyses and guides were more than enough for ordinary players to utilize for a considerable period.

Only a government would be so selfless as to publicly release all this information. It also demonstrated the immense power of the state apparatus. Just yesterday, she had thought about scroll combinations, and today, it had already listed several optimal scroll combinations, complete with detailed analyses of their pros and cons. It was practically flawless—far more efficient than her individual experimentation.

Huasiao memorized a few combinations and quietly checked her scroll inventory, planning to test them out today—putting theory into practice.

Later, when monster levels increased, these low-power scrolls would become less effective, so she had no reservations about using them now.

After scrolling through the analyses, she reached the official notices from Qingcheng.

"Qingcheng Official: Petty disputes and minor thefts have become prevalent in many areas within Qingcheng, severely hindering the patrol teams' rescue efforts and increasing the operational difficulties of the Special Operations Bureau. With the rising number of monsters, the Special Operations Bureau is critically understaffed. Starting tomorrow, patrol team duties will be suspended, and public order management will be opened up. The Special Operations Bureau's focus will be adjusted to prioritize monster eradication. We urge all citizens to strengthen their self-protection, heighten their vigilance, and overcome difficulties by venturing out. Together, we can achieve the ultimate goal of empowering all Qingcheng residents. Once we endure this transitional period of growing pains, the people of Qingcheng will usher in a brighter future. The Special Operations Bureau stands united with everyone in this endeavor."

"Qingcheng Official: Special Procurement Notice. The Research Institute requires a large number of potion recipes, forging recipes, or other formulas. Those in possession of such recipes can exchange them at the Special Operations Bureau—either through bartering or for gold coins. The Special Operations Bureau will also grant access to its game item vault for those who sell recipes."