Xue Ruqi’s composure began to fray. The first call he had taken during dinner at the Fool’s Residence had been from his wife. She informed him that the doctors were requesting a hospital transfer.0

At first, Xue Ruqi thought it was a simple matter. He immediately made two calls to powerful local figures, confident he could handle it and take his daughter to the capital for further examination and treatment. Both contacts readily agreed.0

But the following calls began to feel off. Soon after, he received a call from a high-ranking friend working in a national ministry. The message was delivered politely but unmistakably. Do not resist and cooperate fully with the government's upcoming arrangements.0

In that moment, a deep shock gripped Xue Ruqi’s heart. The Mount Tai Meteor incident had indeed been strange and beyond explanation. Could it be that his daughter...0