After saying their goodbyes Laurel left the house and headed straight toward the broadcast station located near the center of the fortress, where several technicians were already waiting for her arrival while the communication system connected to every loudspeaker inside the fortress was prepared.
When the signal light turned on Laurel stood in front of the microphone and spoke calmly.
"This is your commander speaking."
Across the fortress, people paused in their work as her voice echoed through the streets.
"I will be leaving the fortress today to retrieve resources necessary for our survival, and during my absence, the authority of this fortress will temporarily be handed to Grandpa Wayne."
She paused briefly before continuing.
"Everyone will continue their training and their assigned work as usual, and all orders given by Grandpa Wayne will carry the same authority as mine."
Her voice remained steady.
