The White Room Dropout - A CotE Fanfic

Epilogue

The arrival of the new year cast a somber shadow over the country, its people still reeling from the traumatic events that had transpired on the previous year. The day that would become etched in history as "Black Christmas" had unleashed a wave of chaos and despair that had yet to recede.

For the first time since the tumultuous year of 1936, Japan had found itself in the throes of a coup, a shocking development that had sent shockwaves through the nation. Those responsible for orchestrating this audacious takeover were none other than a faction of the SDF, an entity that had long stood as a symbol of security and protection for the country.

The audacity of the event extended beyond the coup itself. That fateful night, explosive devices were surreptitiously planted in densely populated areas, primarily bustling shopping and commercial districts within major cities. These explosives weren't intended to cause casualties but instead to sow chaos and confusion. The intention was clear: to divert attention away from the coup, creating distractions that would hinder any swift response.

As night descended, the government found itself ill-prepared and overwhelmed in the face of this sudden and audacious insurrection. The initial hours were chaotic and fraught with uncertainty as loyalist forces scrambled to regain control.

However, thanks to the quick and coordinated efforts of the PSIA, loyal SDF units, and the assistance of allied nations, the tide began to turn. In the following afternoon, the coup plotters found themselves facing a united front determined to put down this unprecedented threat.

The aftermath left Japan reeling from a staggering toll. The death toll was nothing short of astronomical, with thousands paying the price for the audacious coup attempt. The confirmed casualties numbered 3,878 dead, 14,812 wounded, and an additional 287 missing, making it the deadliest event the nation had witnessed since the devastating earthquake and tsunami of 2011.

As the nation grappled with the shock of the coup, it also faced the grim task of bringing the perpetrators to justice. The individuals behind this audacious plot were a mix of high-ranking military officials and parliament members affiliated with the ultranationalist party. Their participation in the coup underscored the depth of the crisis.

Many of the perpetrators were apprehended, arrested, and brought to justice. The authorities, fueled by a collective resolve to ensure that such an event never occurred again, spared no effort in pursuing those responsible.

Yet not all were captured. A few individuals managed to evade arrest and fled the country, seeking asylum in nations willing to offer them refuge. For most, the destination of choice was North Korea, a nation that was hostile to Japan and its allies.

Meanwhile, the international community reacted with shock and empathy towards the Japanese people. News of the events spread rapidly across the globe, capturing the attention of world leaders, media outlets, and individuals alike.

From the highest office in the United States, the President addressed the nation, expressing deep condolences and solidarity with Japan. He described the event as "One of the darkest days in Japanese History," drawing a comparison to the 9/11 attacks that had shaken America years before. The President assured the Japanese government of the full support and cooperation of the United States in apprehending those responsible for the heinous acts.

Not just the United States, but countries from all corners of the world responded with similar sentiments. Even nations known for their strained relations with Japan, such as China and Russia, offered their condolences over the loss of lives and expressed their willingness to assist in any way possible. The global outpouring of support was reflected in social media, where hashtags like #PrayForJapan and #StandWithJapan trended for several weeks.