The Director in his black suit and tie stepped up to the wooden podium, his movements deliberate and confident. The room was filled with the subtle rustle of people adjusting in their seats, the kind of quiet anticipation that comes before something significant. Jade's eyes scanned the space—high ceilings, tall windows letting in soft light, and large flags from various nations lining the walls, each symbolizing the power and unity of the world's leading nations gathered here. The floor beneath them was a polished marble, cool underfoot, reflecting the serious mood of the gathering.
He placed his hands firmly on the podium, pausing for just a moment before speaking. "As the Secretary-General mentioned," his voice carried effortlessly across the room, "we're here to begin a crucial new chapter for humanity. But it's not just about progress—it's about survival. We face threats from three different fronts, and those threats are active, here and now."
