Xiaozhai went back to Shengtian, taking the green snake with her.
However, the people of Bai Town had no knowledge of this, not to mention that five people had fallen victim to snake-biting so far, Tang Shuo included. Reports of the incident were fermenting online and the press joined in criticizing local authorities. Even officials at higher level in the government were holding the authorities of Bai Town accountable. Municipal officials of Bai Town were so bogged down by the buzz that they finally determined to close down the mountain.
Unfortunately, such an attempt would only prove to be futile.
The tumult would go on for at least half a month and only subside gradually after the public safety was reassured.
