The escapees and the Qing Consortium's combat brigade eventually reached a standoff. The escapees had no intention of attacking the combat brigade; they just couldn't accept the situation.
Everyone initially ran over in enthusiasm to seek "refuge" with the troops, but they backed off when the guns were pointed at them.
In reality, Ren Xiaosu felt there was nothing wrong with the actions the Qing Consortium took. If it were him, he would have done the same.
But the escapees felt that even though they could not get near the Qing Consortium, it would be good enough to follow them. So they decided to rest on the spot. When the Qing Consortium set off, they would quietly follow them.
At the very least, the Qing Consortium would know how to get to Stronghold 109, right?!
