The headquarters of Starship Country's Safe Zone was buzzing with activity when Grace and her team arrived.
Unlike Starfall Isle, which had a more structured military presence, Sunspire City was a mix of researchers, warriors, and civilians working together to push humanity's survival forward.
President Grant greeted them personally. His gaze was sharp as he studied the warriors accompanying Grace.
"You don't waste time," he said, offering her a firm handshake.
"Time isn't a luxury we have," Grace replied simply.
She turned to the warriors standing behind him, noticing there were thirty in total. They were well-equipped, and their bodies carried the signs of extensive training. But training in the safe zone and fighting in the real world were two very different things.
They weren't ready, but they had to be.
