Under the dim streetlights, people in uniforms scurried back and forth, far outnumbering the tourists who stopped to watch.
In the uneven buildings, windows were flung open, some people poking their heads out despite the drizzle.
The villagers of Jiali Village, never having experienced such a scene, looked on with grave expressions and blank stares, while their WeChat groups were animatedly expressive:
[So many police have arrived, wonder who died.]
[If only this many police had come during the demolition, we'd all be left in the cold.]
[Is your family wealthy now? Lend me some money if you are.]
[Police don't show up for no reason, what are they here for? Everyone better stay alert.]
