As this unfolded, another alarming issue came to light. Reports from various regions indicated that entire city populations had vanished without a trace.
The sudden disappearances sparked widespread panic, and speculation ran wild. Many high officials believed it was the work of the devils, a calculated move to sow fear and chaos.
Unfortunately, Tier 1 cities couldn't spare anyone to investigate, fearing the reports were part of a larger strategy to weaken their defenses before an attack.
"Are you serious? We're just going to abandon the Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities like that?" one politician shouted, his voice trembling with frustration.
A military officer, calm but resolute, responded, "We have no choice. This could be a deliberate ploy by the enemy to spread us thin. The president has given clear orders: focus all resources on protecting the Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities."
