The meeting at the United Nations headquarters eventually came to an end several hours later.
Leaders slowly began leaving the massive assembly hall while media drones floated through the skies outside the building, broadcasting summaries of the discussions across every major network in the world. Delegations exchanged handshakes, assistants gathered documents, and security escorts prepared convoys for departure.
The atmosphere throughout Dominion City remained calm and optimistic.
Humanity was peaceful.
Humanity was united.
And for the first time in years, the future genuinely looked bright.
Jayden had just stepped out of a private discussion room together with Camilia when the phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated.
He glanced at the screen.
Charlotte.
His expression changed slightly.
"She usually doesn't call during meetings unless it's important," Camilia said immediately after noticing his face.
Jayden answered at once.
"Charlotte."
