Regarding the entity named "库斯" (Kusi), considerable preparations were made. To ensure the entire nation knew that demons were not invincible, thus discrediting certain politicians, television broadcasts were arranged before the battle commenced.
To secure this exclusive coverage, the television stations employed every means imaginable, eventually resorting to helicopters.
As the troops began to assemble, a television helicopter was already hovering above the port, providing live coverage. Journalists, undeterred by the danger, armed with their cameras and microphones, interviewed passing soldiers.
However, who could have predicted that the demon would be so dishonorable, resorting to surprise attacks and deception, tricking artillery shells into turning and striking their own forces? This resulted in some frontline reporters, caught off guard, being atomized.
During the subsequent landing operations, the American soldiers were utterly routed, effectively being ground into dust by Bai Qi.
Although Bai Qi only targeted soldiers and tanks, the ensuing battle's aftermath still claimed the lives of many war correspondents. The only survivors were the helicopters circling overhead.
The words "号角日报" (Horn Daily) were prominently emblazoned on one of the helicopters.
The journalists aboard that helicopter exemplified the reporter's spirit of not fearing sacrifice. Even in such dire circumstances, they had no intention of fleeing, continuing to circle overhead and broadcast live. The female reporter, through the camera lens, continuously denounced the demon's wickedness and the valiant fight of the American soldiers, never forgetting to provide close-ups of "圣主" (Sheng Zhu) from time to time, hoping to boost viewership.
The result was that, thanks to the female reporter's fearless dedication, her channel's ratings skyrocketed, climbing as fast as a rocket. Witnessing the ever-increasing numbers, the female reporter could already envision her future rise in position, salary increase, and ascent to the pinnacle of her career.
However, despite the female reporter's strenuous efforts to portray the American soldiers as heroic, the viewers were not foolish. The live broadcast clearly showed not a single soldier engaging the demon; they were all uniformly fleeing, especially the commander seated on the tank, who ran the fastest.
Just as Bai Qi pulled Kusi out of the tank, the female reporter in the helicopter grew anxious. Such explosive footage could not be missed.
"Quick, film it all!"
The cameraman shook his head and said helplessly, "The smoke below is too thick; the camera can't capture anything."
"What? Can't capture it?"
Upon hearing that it couldn't be filmed, the female reporter immediately became agitated. This was unacceptable. She immediately signaled the pilot to lower the helicopter's altitude.
The pilot, unlike a reporter, refused to lower the helicopter's altitude at the female reporter's request.
"This is insane. People are dying below! You might not fear death, but I do!"
Ultimately, however, he could not resist the female reporter's threats and reluctantly lowered the helicopter's altitude.
As the scene below became clearer, Bai Qi, who was on the ground, suddenly looked up, his pair of scarlet eyes fixated directly on the helicopter.
"Ascend, ascend quickly!"
There was no need for the female reporter to say anything more; the pilot had already initiated the ascent. Unfortunately, it was in vain.
Bai Qi casually waved his hand, and the helicopter's rotors immediately stopped. With another gesture, the helicopter slowly drifted towards Bai Qi.
As the helicopter drew closer to Bai Qi, the occupants, including the female reporter, had an opportunity to escape. However, accustomed to merely chasing news, they had never encountered a demon before and were so terrified they were frozen in fear.
Bai Qi looked at the man holding the camera and slowly asked, "Is this a live broadcast?"
"Huh?"
By this time, the female reporter had been paralyzed by fear, trembling uncontrollably as if suffering from Parkinson's. It was only when Bai Qi repeated the question that she reacted, quickly nodding. "Yes, yes, this is a live broadcast."
Bai Qi nodded in satisfaction and, pointing at the man slumped in the helicopter, said, "You, set it up. I have a few words for the American public."
At this moment, the cameraman, who was responsible for filming, had already been scared senseless and was incapable of responding to Bai Qi's request.
The sharp-witted female reporter immediately grasped the key point in Bai Qi's words. A demon wishing to speak through their media was undoubtedly a monumental scoop.
Instantly, the female reporter was no longer afraid, her legs no longer trembling. Seeing the man's incompetence, she directly took the camera herself, acting as both reporter and camerawoman.
Meanwhile, J. Jonah Jameson, the owner of the Horn Daily, who was monitoring the situation in his office, decisively instructed all his subordinates to drop their current tasks upon hearing that the demon wished to communicate through their media. He ordered the live broadcast to be disseminated on every screen and television of the Horn Daily as quickly as possible.
The American public was also highly curious, wondering what this demon, whose hands were stained with blood since its resurrection, now wished to say.
"Excuse me, Mr. Demon, what would you like to say to the American people?"
Facing the camera, Bai Qi stated, "America, and the people of the world, it is my pleasure to engage in direct dialogue with you here. During my period of resurrection, your media has smeared me, slandering me as a blood-soaked villain. But is that truly the case?"
Bai Qi's statement instantly piqued the curiosity of the already inquisitive populace, who wondered what had transpired to elicit such words from a demon.
Bai Qi continued, "I had no intention of bloodshed. Initially, I simply wanted to reclaim what was mine. However, Sector Thirteen continuously obstructed me. They believed it was wrong for me to reclaim what was rightfully mine, and that their own ideas were correct. After my resurrection, I harmed no one, yet the American government's stance did not change; they directly dispatched soldiers to attack me, without any attempt at communication. I researched American law and found a clause regarding self-defense. When these soldiers threatened my life, according to your human laws, I possessed the right to retaliate. Therefore, I do not believe I have committed any wrongdoing in this regard."
At this point, many American citizens began to shift their perception of Bai Qi, the great demon.
"To avoid further conflict, I chose to leave. During this time, I made every effort to express my goodwill, but your government turned a deaf ear to my overtures. Upon my landing, they once again attacked me without any provocation. This time, I proved with my strength that I, Sheng Zhu, the Demon of Fire, am not to be trifled with. Provoking me leads to dire consequences, and the American government will undoubtedly pay the price for its actions."
Just as Bai Qi's speech was nearing its end, two fighter jets streaked through the sky and launched two missiles directly at Bai Qi.
Bai Qi's remarks had a tremendous impact, primarily by asserting that the current situation was entirely the result of the American government's unilateral actions, effectively thrusting the current American government into the spotlight.