The Affinity Virus Crisis: Understanding the B Subtype Mutation
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This report examines the 19-year history of the Affinity Virus, focusing on the recent, dangerous mutation of the Affinity B subtype, which is causing violent, antisocial behavior and escalating social tension as the Special Administration Bureau attempts to contain the threat.
Guest: Professor Li, Virologist
Key takeaways
- The Affinity Virus has persisted for 19 years, currently split into two subtypes: A and B.
- Subtype B is associated with recent, alarming "berserk" incidents characterized by extreme aggression and antisocial behavior.
- The Special Administration Bureau has been established to manage and control individuals infected with the Affinity B strain.
- Infected individuals of the B subtype appear to show intense, unexplained fervor toward Affinity A carriers.
- The situation is escalating, with reports of hijacked transport vehicles and hostage situations involving high-risk B-subtype carriers.
The Emerging Threat of the Affinity Virus
Nineteen years after its initial emergence, the Affinity Virus remains a significant public health challenge. While the virus was historically considered to have only mild impacts on the immune system, recent developments have reignited public concern. The virus has evolved into two distinct subtypes, A and B. While Affinity A carriers generally remain healthy, the B subtype has been linked to a series of violent "berserk" attacks.
Virologist Professor Li notes that these incidents suggest the B subtype may have undergone an unknown mutation, driving extreme aggression and antisocial behavior in those infected. As these attacks become more frequent, the government has responded by forming the Special Administration Bureau to implement mandatory control programs for B-subtype carriers while research into a definitive cure continues.
Escalating Conflict and Social Unrest
The public is increasingly on edge as incidents of violence rise. Reports from locations like Qiuxiao Manor highlight the fear surrounding individuals identified as Affinity B carriers, with communities often isolating those affected. The Special Administration Bureau now manages high-risk cases, but their heavy-handed, secretive operations have fueled further public anxiety and skepticism regarding the true nature of the virus's evolution.
Tensions have reached a breaking point, with reports of hijacked transport vehicles and hostage situations. Intelligence suggests that B-subtype carriers are showing a disturbing, unexplained fixation on Affinity A carriers, further complicating the containment efforts. As the Bureau struggles to maintain order, the line between medical containment and humanitarian crisis continues to blur.
Timestamps
- 00:00Understanding the Affinity Virus Mutation — Professor Li discusses the evolution of the Affinity Virus into subtypes A and B, noting the recent violent outbreaks associated with subtype B.
- 00:59Bureau Involvement and Public Concern — Siyuan begins a new role at the Special Administration Bureau, while public concern grows over the virus's spread.
- 04:01Crisis at Qiuxiao Manor — Bureau forces respond to a violent incident at Qiuxiao Manor involving an Affinity B carrier.
- 10:01The Lingering Threat and Transport Incident — After a time jump, survivors navigate a world still impacted by the virus, while the Bureau attempts to transport high-risk infected individuals.
- 16:58Hostage Crisis and Escalation — The transport mission goes wrong as B-subtype carriers hijack the vehicle, leading to a hostage situation.
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00:06Let's get our update on the Affinity Virus. Nineteen years since it first emerged, [Affinity B Patients'] a definitive cure for the virus [Berserk Attack Incident] has yet to be developed. [Raises Public Concerns] The Affinity Virus, however, has shown no significant dangers beyond mild impacts on the immune system of those infected. Until recently, a series of berserk attack incidents involving the infected has reignited public concerns over the virus. Therefore, we've invited Professor Li, a virologist, to join us, and discuss the latest research updates on the Affinity Virus. The virus has evolved into two subtypes, A and B. Recent berserk incidents
00:36seem to have occurred only among individuals infected with Affinity B. The subtype may have undergone an unknown mutation, leading to extreme aggression and antisocial behavior in those infected.
00:59[Urgent Mission Received]
01:12Siyuan!
01:25You just got that bandage from tripping while running. But still, reckless as ever. Because I feel happy for you! I heard about your promotion. But Siyuan, your new position at the Special Administration Bureau, is it dangerous? It's all over the news. "Affinity B infected attacking people", or something like that. Don't jinx it.
01:48Got a normal blood test result? Don't worry. To this day, I've always been a healthy Affinity A carrier.
01:59Okay now. Got an urgent call from the Bureau, duty calls. We'll have a feast after this. Join me for now. We can get home together later.
02:12Siyuan, isn't that a Special Administration Bureau's vehicle? Seems to be a major case.
02:22To date, the Affinity Virus is known to spread only through bodily fluids and from mother to child. There is no need for excessive panic. The government has recently established the Special Administration Bureau, launched a mandatory control program targeting individuals infected with the Affinity B virus. Meanwhile, urgent work is underway to develop a cure. Urgent news. Receiving reports of a possible berserk attack involving Affinity B infected at Qiuxiao Manor.
02:41[Affinity] Let's focus on the scene. Special Administration Bureau forces have arrived. You can see behind me that control measures have been initiated at the scene. Stay tuned to this channel for further developments.
03:09Mr. Wu, I'll stay right here and go nowhere.
03:14Let's go.
03:20Hello, madam. Could you tell us about the family that lived here? It was a family of three. The couple was quite cultured. But their boy, has been quite a loner. He never smiled or greeted us whenever he saw us. He and my son had been in the same high school. My son said that the boy was found to be an Affinity B carrier in a school physical examination. Just like they said on the news. They will turn crazy and become antisocial. Just look at this. Those were his own parents... - Look! - They're coming out! Please stand back. - They're coming out! - Bureau operation, please stand back. How's the situation inside? Was it because an Affinity B carrier went berserk?
03:53We are not taking any questions. Bureau operation, please stand back. Will the Special Administration Bureau - issue an official statement regarding this matter today? - Stand back. We are not taking any questions. Please stand back! Look here! Stand back! Can you please give us an answer? - Has the Affinity Virus developed - We are not - any uncontrollable mutations? - taking any questions. - Will there be more victims? - Bureau operation, please stand back. Bureau operation, please stand back. Stand back! Please answer our questions! - Please stand back! - Please answer our questions! - Yeah. - Please answer our questions! Thank you for your cooperation. Stand back!
04:22Please answer our questions! Have the Affinity B infected lost their humanity? Over here! Please answer our questions! Over here! Please stand back! Bureau operation, please stand back.
04:37Please answer our questions! Stand back! Please answer our questions! - Please answer our questions! - Stand back! Stand back! Please answer our questions! Thank you for your cooperation. Can you please answer our questions? Go and check that. No filming or photos! Over here! What's going on? Don't tell me there's a bomb inside.
04:58Sir, there's nothing inside.
05:14He's staring at her. He's staring at that girl. Are you interested in this girl? Are you in a relationship?
05:25Please answer our questions. What's your relationship? Do you two know each other?
05:34- Hello! - Please answer our questions! Urgent notice from the bureau. They wanted us to be advised. The Affinity B infected individuals seem to be showing unexplained excitement and fervor toward Affinity A carriers. Why didn't you tell me earlier? Hurry and take him inside! Please answer our questions! What source do you work for? Bureau operation, please stand back. Turn that thing off!
06:01♪The touch of your warm embrace♪ ♪I'm a slave to you♪ ♪Can you feel that you're my fire?♪
06:27It's already been five years, yet he still haunts me in my dreams.
06:52Luckily, I'm leading a wonderful life now. Hope all goes well with my research institute internship.
07:15Found some mushrooms growing near the road, stewing them now. Come and have some.
07:25Hope we can still make it for the internship registration. Besides. Are we really going to eat these mushrooms picked near the road?
07:41What's wrong? You're right. Shouldn't have eaten those mushrooms.
07:48I need to relieve myself.
08:05It's so spicy.
08:17Isn't that a Special Administration Bureau vehicle? You are transporting three high-risk Affinity B infected individuals. Proceed with extreme caution while escorting them back to the Bureau. Roger that.
08:30What was that noise? Stop the car. We'll check that.
09:04They got the latest inhibitors.
09:09I smell Affinity A carriers.
09:41You smell great. Become mine.
09:49Just do your part and comfort me.
10:18Three Affinity B infected individuals had hijacked the transport vehicle on Qingqi Street and fled. They got one hostage. Requesting reinforcements.
10:33[Connecting]
10:50A6688. Surrender now! Stop the vehicle!
11:08Boss! I'm losing control! Then take an inhibitor shot. Hang in there. We'll be free soon.
11:20A6688. Surrender now! Stop the vehicle!
11:40Requesting air support, take out the target! Roger that.
13:29♪You smell like something strange♪ ♪Like wood♪ ♪Like wine♪ ♪Like the fading rain♪ ♪It's not a problem I can fix♪ ♪Maybe I'm just meant to be your toy♪
14:42It can't be! No inhibitor shots left.
14:46Get off if you are done here.
15:00It's getting out of control. What's wrong with you? Did I hurt you just now?
15:15I already gave you a chance.
15:20It's your choice to stay here.
16:38Don't touch me!
16:56I like your smell. From now on, be mine, okay?
18:21♪Someone's choking me♪ ♪I cannot breathe♪ ♪Maybe I lost my mind♪ ♪Trying to read your eyes♪ ♪Console me and hug me♪ ♪It's all just wishful thinking♪ ♪I'm stuck here. There's no way to leave♪ ♪The last time I touch your face♪
18:49♪You smell like something strange♪ ♪Like wood♪ ♪Like wine♪ ♪Like the fading rain♪ ♪It's not a problem I can fix♪ ♪Maybe I'm just meant to be your toy♪
