[Second Ring District · 13:02 PM]
[10 hours since the war began]
"City-State News, bringing you the latest updates."
"At 10:19 AM today, the Rebel Army breached the Core Area checkpoints and charged towards Central City. The Dawn System did not respond in time..."
"Residents with combat power have spontaneously formed guardian squads, attempting to halt the progress of the Rebel Army. Watermelon Station will continue to bring you the latest developments..."
"The city has fallen into a standstill. Councilman Kolby reiterates that all residents should remain calm. Perhaps humanity should contemplate whether the living space we provide for those with inferior personas has bolstered their burgeoning ambitions..."
In the tavern, the leader of the battle group, Che Kylstia, listened to the radio with furrowed brows.
"Leader, wasn't our goal to break into Central City? Now, with a bunch of mages suddenly clearing the way for us, why aren't we following right behind them?"
