A Message To

The Outside World

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Summary: During the death and chaos of Hong Kong after the virus' release, Oliver gets out a message to the outside world.

After having narrowly escaped the clutches of General Shrieve in the pharmacy, Oliver and the Yamashiros managed to find their way to an abandoned news station. Which gave the former playboy an idea, one that he felt was best done out in the open. Amanda Waller surprisingly showing up was a bonus as well as she'd not only brought in some help with the inevitable clash that was likely to happen once Shrieve found them, but also had knowledge on how to broadcast his message outside of Hong Kong. Oliver had wanted to question her about this considering she'd been the one for secrecy but the timing involved hadn't allowed it. The fact she wasn't dead is another thing that added to his surprise, and if they lived through this he planned to ask about that as well.

As he waited for the signal to begin to speak on to the camera, Oliver took in his surroundings that made him both sad and glad. Sad this was happening to all these people, but glad it wasn't happening back home. His quiver was fully loaded with arrows and his bow in one hand and he was ready to start firing them off if need be. One of the soldiers loyal to Waller let her know everything was ready and she turned in the direction of Oliver to inform him of the news. "Mr. Queen, everything is ready."

That brought him to give her his attention and he gave a nod to show his understanding. Looking into the camera as he gave a deep breath to ready himself for what he was about to do, he began to talk. "My name is Oliver Queen and I have a message for everyone in the outside world. A rogue element of the U.S. Military has gained access to a dangerous bio-weapon called the Alpha/Omega virus with intent to unleash it here in Hong Kong due to the belief that this place alone could be a dangerous threat to American interests. Unfortunately, while I and my friends were able to inoculate ourselves for this threat, we were unable to stop it from being unleashed onto the public. And now with it out in the air, there is chaos on the streets as many of Hong Kong's people are dying in minutes after coming into contact with the virus. Among its victims is a young boy by the name of Akio Yamashiro. Someone I was even starting to consider a little brother."

As he was talking, many across the world watched him speak. Many were filled with horror as he talked and even showed the chaos around him. He had even pointed out a couple who were the parents of the little boy he'd mentioned, mentioning how they'd taken him in when there was no other option and that justice for their son would be had. For those that knew him, to say that they were shocked was an understatement considering they believed him dead. Slade felt rage growing within him as he watched the broadcast as he strongly felt the kid shouldn't have been so lucky to live yet again. And began to destroy everything in the room. Sara and Nyssa, who had been on a mission somewhere in America and currently staying in a motel room were damned glad to be nowhere near Hong Kong. Though Sara was relieved to see Oliver alive, something Nyssa had taken notice of when she saw the look of relief on her face.

But decided she would ask about it at a later time. And now those who were currently viewing the broadcast could see the determination in his eyes as he spoke. Along with the anger he was feeling over everything that was happening. "The leader of this rogue group is General Shrieve, a man I thought could be trusted. A man I thought was helping not only the Yamashiros return to a normal life, but also helping to get me home as well. But he is nothing but a manipulative maniac out to ruin as many lives as he can. His threat WILL end here today if its the last thing I ever do. Mom, Thea... I love you both. To the Lance family... I am sorry for what happened. And Tommy... Have a few for me would ya? And watch out for my sister."

Before he could say anymore however, he was interrupted by the voice of General Shrieve as he and his men came into the area. Seeing Waller with the loose ends was a bonus for him as it meant he could now take them all out in one go. Hell he never even cared much for Waller as it is due to her attitude. "Well thank you all for being in one place, it'll make things much easier for me and my men to take you down." His choice of words and tone of voice angered many aside from Slade as he was pretty much rooting for the guy to win.

"Shrieve, even I know this is simply too far! You and your men surrender and I will ensure you won't get the death penalty for your crimes against the people of Hong Kong."

The General looked at Waller with an unimpressed look on his face. "HAH! I don't think so Waller, we are doing the right thing for the safety of America. We are heroes of our country!" Little did he know, America was already making motions to deny any knowledge of the man and if he happened to survive. Would be arrested and placed in prison for life if he didn't get the death sentence instead.

"Now... How about I give you the option to surrender yourselves to me and maybe I'll decide to be lenient on the punishments?"

That was something where Quentin Lance could be heard in whatever bar he happened to be in saying that the Queen punk wasn't likely to do that kind of thing. Especially since this guy was obviously a nutjob as it is. Oliver looked over to Waller and then to the Yamashiros before looking straight at Shrieve again and spoke up. "Yeah... You see, I don't think that's gonna happen. I've always had issues with Authority and you are really making a case for why I have issues with Authority. So I think I speak not only for myself but for those with me when I say that the answer is a big Hell no!"

Many cheered loudly over that declaration, including Tommy Merlyn. His father was honestly happy to see his best friend's son alive and apparently doing things like he was currently doing. And wondered if he'd be a perfect asset to his Undertaking should he survive. But he knew Moira would fight him tooth and nail on that idea. Anatoli was strongly wishing he could be there with his favorite American fighting the good fight. But hoped that perhaps there would be a next time to do so. Moira and Thea were just wishing he wasn't doing this and would display some of that selfish tendency he had at times before his death and just leave it all be to come home to them. Though the Queen Matriarch was at least a little bit proud of her son for being willing enough to fight for others.

Though she strongly felt her boy needed a shave and a haircut, something Thea agreed wholeheartedly on. "Well kid, if that's how you feel. Then give my regards to those in the Afterlife!" Shrieve then ordered for his men to start advancing.

Oliver looked to Waller who gave him a nod and then he looked towards Maseo and gave a nod to the man himself. He pulled out an arrow and nocked it up on his bow and took aim at an advancing soldier. "GENERAL SHRIEVE! YOU AND YOUR MEN HAVE FAILED. THIS. CITY!" He declared in a loud angry voice and let loose his arrow on a soldier.

Only the camera, those watching, and the aftermath would show who was victorious in this battle for justice in Hong Kong. A battle that ultimately would make other countries a bit less trusting of America's military. And this would certainly be one for the history books.

Author's Notes: Got to thinking about this recently and it really wanted to come out! So here we are! Hope you all enjoy this one!