After William Cole returned, a subtle change happened to the situation in Capital City.
Actions originally targeted at the Northern China Business Association, Thirteen Pharmaceuticals, and Dawn Pharmaceutical, were all temporarily halted.
Everything seemed to be getting better.
William Cole had the Vermilion Bird stay in the Philippines to investigate the Snake Lord, while he reopened Thirteen Hall for inpatient consultation.
His presence seemed to give everyone a backbone.
Thirteen Hall was buzzing again, just like the old times.
Some neighbors dropped by, seeking Dr. Cole's medical consultation, regardless of whether they were sick or not.
"Auntie Brews, you're not sick, you just didn't sleep well."
"Have you been pulling all-nighters recently? At your age, you can't do that too often. Adopting a healthier sleep schedule will help you feel young again."
Auntie Brews nodded, "Yeah, I have been staying up lately."