The Birth of A Volleyball Legend

Chapter 195 Aftermath

Beep... Beep... Beep...

Yuki didn't know what had happened to him. One moment, he remembered being in the middle of a study tour, and now he found himself in the middle of nowhere, accompanied by an annoying beeping sound.

'Where am I? Why is it so dark here? Oh, how stupid of me. I forgot to open my eyes.'

He opened his eyes slowly, trying to figure out at least where he was. However, he regretted that decision a second later when his eyes were blinded by the bright light above him.

"Urgh..." he groaned weakly at the sudden exposure. However, it was enough to gain the attention of the people around him, as he heard someone—likely some kids he was familiar with—squeal in excitement.

"YUKI-NII!"

"You finally woke up from your sleep!"

"We were so worried about you!"

"Please, don't do this again!"

Hearing the kids cry for him filled him with guilt. Yuki rubbed their backs gently, wincing as he finally noticed how painful it was to move his body. He turned his head slightly and, when he saw the tears in the corners of Aiko's eyes, he felt as if someone had punched him in the gut.

"I am... Sorry..." he said weakly.

"Oh, don't be," Aiko replied, wiping the tears from her face. "You did a good job protecting Kato-chan. If it hadn't been for you, I don't know what would have happened to that lucky girl."

"As for the cause of the incident yesterday... well, it's complicated." She sighed deeply.

Yuki frowned, knowing it wouldn't be simple at all. He should have expected that, considering that a leaked poisonous solvent alone was enough to create a national disaster, let alone the subsequent explosions. The only question he had right now was about the cause of all of it.

"I don't know how to explain it, but you will certainly understand how messy this situation is when you read this." She handed a piece of newspaper to him. Yuki was confused, skimming the front article quickly. When he reached the bottom of the page and processed what he just read, his mouth gaped wide in disbelief.

"Is this real?"

There, he read the controversial article printed by the Tokyo Shimbun about what had happened yesterday—or more accurately, the lack of information provided in the article.

Pharmacy Factory Incident Raises Safety Concerns Amidst Miscommunication

An incident at a local pharmacy factory on Tuesday resulted in the accidental leakage of a volatile solvent, sending shockwaves through the nearby community. The solvent evaporated rapidly, creating a hazardous atmosphere that significantly impacted those present, leading to symptoms ranging from dizziness and nausea to severe disorientation that required several individuals to seek emergency medical attention. This unfortunate event escalated further when the evaporated solvent contacted nearby electrical equipment, triggering two small explosions within a short time frame, though thankfully, no fire ensued.

Among the victims were two high school students visiting the facility as part of a study tour. The students had inadvertently separated from their group when the incident occurred. Emergency responders promptly transported one of the students to a nearby hospital, where he remained under observation due to unconsciousness. The other student, though shaken by the experience, has since been released after receiving treatment for mild symptoms. The school district has expressed concern over the incident and is currently reviewing safety protocols in light of this event.

In light of the incident, our team spoke with the head of the pharmacy group, who attempted to contextualize the events, emphasizing the factory's commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. "While we take such matters seriously, it is important to note that the incident was quickly managed and that our safety protocols were largely effective in preventing any long-term harm," the head commented. Despite the troubling circumstances, the spokesperson sought to reassure the public that the situation is under control, urging that it be viewed through a lens of caution rather than alarm.

As investigations into the incident continue, the pharmacy factory encourages patrons and local residents to remain calm and assures them that steps are underway to prevent any recurrence. The management has reiterated their commitment to transparency while ensuring that safety measures are strengthened moving forward. With the injury of a young student involved, the community watches closely, hoping for a swift recovery and a solution that safeguards all individuals who engage with the facility in the future.

As Yuki kept reading the article from the top to the very bottom of the newspaper, there was only one reaction in his head at that moment.

"Holy shit!"