"Haven't you been watching the news these past few days? The flu is getting worse and worse, I heard some professors talking about it when I went to the cafeteria yesterday. They were saying that the university might close down because of it. That's why Old Chen has been so idle these past few days – he has had to cancel his meetings."
"Oh right, the flu."
Dust Beater remembered the news he heard when he was having a meal with his friends yesterday, and with some concern he said:
"Some of my friends abroad told me that people there have started to hoard medications and masks. It's really causing panic. Even though it hasn't happened here yet, I think it will soon."
"I heard they might impose citywide lockdowns."
Brother Behind the Risk said in a low voice:
