The chapter opens with rumors of a newbie being deleted, then focuses on internal chatter about the dangers of 'Erzge' and powerful operators. Later, it shifts to a group of kids and then to a live announcement by a new moderator named Aiden. Aiden reveals that the nearby viruses are eliminated and introduces a new system where NPC and players are integrated and he is looking for operators with a specific skill set, inviting them to take a test. Aiden promises protection from viruses under the new system.