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Chapter 2

  Within 48 hours, the United Nations convened an emergency meeting with world leaders. Despite their already demanding schedules, every major nation ensured their participation. The meeting was brief, void of formalities, and immediately focused on the escalating crisis.

  Ukraine was the first to present their disaster management strategies. But before their report could conclude, India interjected, its tone sharp with frustration. "We must address the lack of transport for aid," India urged. "With earthquakes and thunderstorms ravaging entire regions, neither aerial nor water transport is viable. Unlike floods, where boats can provide some relief, this time we have no such option. We need an alternative—now, or humanity will face dire consequences."

  A murmur of agreement swept across the room. The UN Chair quickly called for coordinated efforts, emphasizing the reliance on satellite communications and alternative solutions.

  Pakistan, attending under a state of emergency, voiced its mounting frustration. "We’re holding our nation together with emergency power, but what exactly is the disaster agency doing?" the representative demanded, glaring at the screen. "This is no longer just an inconvenience. It’s survival. Immediate action is needed."

  The room fell into an uneasy silence. The tension thickened, almost palpable, before the disaster agency and crisis management teams presented their reports. Unfortunately, their news provided no comfort.

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  "Our weather research has yielded nothing," one official admitted, his voice laced with hopelessness. "The patterns we’re witnessing are completely erratic—beyond scientific explanation."

  The disaster management agency mirrored the sentiment. "Our monitoring systems aren’t providing early warning signs. Every predictive model has failed us. The only time we register movement on our disaster detection tools is mere seconds before catastrophe strikes. We have no explanation."

  A heavy silence lingered over the room. For the first time, it was clear: humanity wasn’t just battling nature—it was facing the unknown.

  “We cannot afford to back down now. Containing this crisis is our top priority,” China’s representative said firmly, his voice unwavering.

  The U.S. Chair leaned forward. "Agreed. But before we do anything, we need a capable research team. We need one now." His words carried urgency, almost demanding compliance.

  The U.K. official shook their head. "Public safety is at stake. There's a constant threat hanging over us, and we don't know when the next disaster will strike. Tell me this—can these so-called 'capable men' truly make a difference in such uncertain times? Instead of gambling on unknown results, wouldn’t it be wiser to focus our resources on protecting our people now?"

  The room fell silent, each representative considering the gravity of their words. Then the U.S. Chair spoke again, his tone more measured this time. "You're not wrong, my friend. But for how long will we last if we don't prepare for the worst? Our resources are already strained." His gaze swept across the room. "I’ll personally handle the research. We can't wait any longer."

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