Chapter 38: New World Order (2)
Everyone turned towards the spokesperson. It was the first time they had heard from the military in over a day. They hoped for good news, but all their hopes were squashed quickly.
"As much as we’d like to welcome everyone inside, it’s neither feasible nor possible," the soldier announced. "You all are aware of the changes in the world. As much as it saddens us, we just cannot support all of you."
That was all the soldier could say before the crowd went berserk. They had paid taxes to the government, so they’d protect them when the time came. Yet, now the navy is refusing its duties?
Neha’s group got agitated as well, but one stern look from her turned them silent. And then...
BANG!
A gunshot rang out, silencing the crowd.
"Silence!" the soldier yelled over the noise. "Let me say my part first! While we cannot support all of you, we won’t abandon a single person here!"
Everyone was confused by the contradictory words.
"As you have noticed, some of us have awakened strange powers. These chosen individuals are welcome inside, to help us expand our influence and gather resources."
The soldier continued, "While the rest of you can get in if you meet certain criteria. People with exceptional intelligence and certain jobs are allowed to stay inside. While some soldiers can also sponsor regular humans."
"As for those who don’t fall in either category, they can stay outside. The soldiers will protect you as they have been doing till now. However, you’ll have to find your own food and other supplies."