He paused for the camera. The pause was perfect.
"Eclipse, under the leadership of Guild Leader Kaiden Grey, has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to the defense of American lives and American interests. From unearthing the deplorable leadership of ChronosX and ensuring they were held responsible. To working with us with bravery through the mass dungeon breaks, saving countless human lives. And now, all the way to the elimination of the recent Kaiju-class threat. This young man and his team have stood where others could not, fought what others would not, and emerged as a symbol of what the awakened community can achieve when it works hand in hand with the institutions that serve our people."
Kaiden listened politely and read the room instead of the speech.
His girls wore expressions of diplomatic tolerance in various shades, except for Calypso, who genuinely seemed to be trying to follow along and finding the experience educational.
