Finally the day came , Jay practiced his speech and Fay who was nervous tried her best to stay motivated .
At 7 am in the morning a goverment vehicle came to pick them up . The vehicle was from the secretary of the Head .
Who was initially Ikaros's secretary . But her performance was so good that she was selected to become the third head's secretary .
Jay was all ready as he put on his suit and Fay was also ready but something inside her wanted to go back .
Before the event even began there was constant news coverage counting down on the event. Awaiting the 8888888888888888888888888888888888888888888 of the third Head and all the details which were not officially covered to be revealed today .
Phoenix had prepared a specially crafted speech for Jay to deliver . Which was safe for public consumption .
The public is well aware of the dealings between the Gods and the Immortals . But that's about it . The public is not aware of the underlying issues . There have been rumors about abyss intoxication. But no general statement has been made yet .
And the issue at hand to be solved by someone on the outsider indeed would raise questions on the entire operation
Introducing as a talent recruited by the third Head himself .
There's a saying in this world which is similar to earth .
Why is there no Indian Messi born yet , because he might be plowing the fields or working a job .
Similarly
Why is there no talented within the field . Because they might have been already culled by the heads or ended up dead by something else .
Jay wanted to wear the jacket he wears . But it was destroyed in the process . He had been fondly gotten attached to it. Despite having outplayed its role in fire resistance .Jay still wore it.
We interrupt this broadcast to bring you the freshest and most lagesg news of all time .
This is the capital's most favorite and unbiased news broadcast : Capital Tv .
Finally awaiting lots and lots of answers to be answered . The third Head has called in an award ceremony as well as a press conference afterwards.
Finally we could gets answers for the increase of thousands of immigrants near the outskirts of the capital .
And thebmost awaited response on the increase in the number of patients with irregular symptoms .
As well the most concerning question of all .
What about the Gods ? How does the management tackle the recurring issue of the Gods .
Maybe we'll get the answers today . So stay tuned on capital Tv.
" This is Leela here , reporting live from the awards ceremony held at the most prestigious area where soldiers aim to achieve. The Grand Crown "
The area they had chosen was an open auditorium where everyone from all sides could see the ceremony .
There were many vip from prestigious families invited . Some came on their own , some wanted to see the rising star and some were coerced to come . And this attention bought the attention of all the paparazzi . Who came just to clock pictures of their appearance on the scene .
The entire dragon Slayer battalion unit was present and they were high on victory for winning against a guardian dragon as well as making it join their ranks.
There were tables set for the VIP to sit on and chairs for the masses and both sections were seperated .
In the front row were the news anchors and behind them were the regular audience.
After all the preparations were done the Third Head took stage in front of the masses.
Head :
Good morning, the citizens of the capital. Today is a glorious day, for we have been broken free from a curse that has haunted us for long enough.
We have finally liberated the slave island . From the clutches of those Gods and evacuated every single one of the slaves trapped in a cycle of agaony and pain .
As soon as the Head made the announcement . It became an instant viral event. Hashtags started going off . The viewership of many channels skyrocketed. And sparked am forward narrative in online debating.
King :
This massive operation was successfully because of many key individuals who were heading the operations .
Phoenix Cleft , the Dragon Slayer Battalion and finally two individuals if they were not present the operation would never have succeeded .Jay Garrick and Fay Lor .
I would like to call both of them on the stage and commemorate their achievement with the Medal of Honor .
Jay who was well dressed in a military uniform went in front of the audience and was awarded with the Medal of Honor
The medal was a star studded with gold and various coloured diamonds produced straight from the laboratory.
And even Fay was awarded the same medal of Honor but this time her conviction was strong . She stepped up and took the medal as the third Head put the studded diamond in her neck .
And with this Jay took the mic and he saw the dozens of news reporters , eyes staring at him from all sides , the flashing of cameras .the dozens of drones flying to take a footage. The mini drones in the shape of a dragon fly had made a swarm . The VIP looking at Jay for a response .
Waiting for him to take the stage . A competitor who had made multiple visits with the Head even though it is very hard to make an appointment with Lord Phoenix and even harder with the Third Head.
There were few who knew of his exploits in the lands as the Hero of the Bronx .Talented Survivors taken up by the capital .
Millions of eyes from all across the Foundation controlled territories were on him . It was the moment that he spoke.
Jay :
Thank you everyone , I am honoured to receive this medal .
I wish my parents were here to see me today . They would have been very proud of me (if any of this was ever real )
I wish they were here with me to see what I have achieved
( Even though it's fake ) . But I am glad that all of you citizens of the capital are here .( Did Phoenix write this in his sleep )
Finally I give my utmost thanks to the Third Head , Lord Phoenix and Fay Lor (what did she do again ?) and the dragon Slayer battalion (I do appreciate them for taking care of the dragon boss fight for me ) if they weren't there we wouldn't have able to liberate the island .
And finally there was a claps from all sides . And Jay took off from the stage to the side .
Fay took the stage. Her hair reflected the beginning of spring. As it was ordained with many flowers which suited her green hair quite well .Before that it was winter though snowfall is most commonly seen in the northern regions. While this time Jay was in the south. Where the temperatures are warm .
Fay :
I am Fay Lor , I once belonged to a tribe whose name has been erased from these lands . I have spent my childhood on the island . As a prisoner and a slave . With the help of other islanders
I escaped the clutches of the slave traders, the filthy nobles and the pirates . I hid myself on to the boats going towards the lands .Despite mang unfortunate circumstances.
I survived and made my way to the capital . Planning to exact vengeance and give freedom to the ones who have put their faith on me . Today all the souls which were yearning for revenge have been finally put to rest .
For me these medals are just glazed metals . I have achieved what I had sought out to do. But if the Third Head and Lord Phoenix and my friend Jay Garrick was not there . This plan would never had taken off rather than succeed .
And thank you the citizens of the capital for sharing the same sentiments with us .
The audience roared with the auditorium with claps . Her tough stance and speech had put Jay's to shame . Even though Jay basically had spearheaded through the entire thing .
The two dragons the Roaring Moon and the Tearing Moon were given bio synthetic arms and claws and they had become more deadlier than usual . Adding to the army of the Foundation
After this was the press conference where they would divulge the information . Curated for the public .
But the media is ruthless . The third Head has given theedia the right to ask questions even though they might be uncomfortable . For the citizens had the right to know . But even excessive knowledge would lead to panic among the people . So which news to be cover was necessary.
If news were to spread about a wall closing in which will kill you . It will lead to people hoarding resources , fights happening all over the capital . So this time even the news will be at the mercy of the third Head . The news media have been suppressed and the coup makers who the Third Head had eyes on already had been arrested for coup .Finance has been kept under tight control .
Massive import orders of food , medicines and androids and weapons to fight have been given . As well as small evacuations are under way.
The plan is while the capital will be busy basking in the glory of the slave island liberation and the battle with the gods .
They will engage with the third opponent and push forwards the Mep plan even if a few seconds or minutes earlier .
Now it was time for the press conference which took place in the afternoon at 2 pm . Hundreds of press was gathered there and as the immortal had already grabbed the media by its throat. There was no chance for any difficult questioning.
And the questions came in .
Reporter 1 :
How did you liberated the slave island .
Jay's answer :
It was a forced acquisition. Due to their oversight the troops were able to easily infiltrate the island and begin the mission as well as the quest for liberation .finally the entire island could be liberated .
Reporter 2 :
What role did the both of you play in the liberation
Jay:
My patner here was familiar with the structure of the island so we were able to strategize with good data . Also when the island burned down she took down the Master of Shadow Fire on her own .
As for me I just assisted Fay . ( I already have too much on my plate ,now don't want to public eyes on me ) .
Reporter 3 :
How did you deal with the Regional God and the Twin dragons ?
Fay :
Lord Phoenix and the Dragon Slayer Battalion defeated the dragons and the God then mysteriously disappeared.
Fay was very clunky when giving her explanation which the reporter took it as nervousness as it was her first interview .
Reporter 4 :
Lord Phoenix is it true that you defeated the twin dragons .
Phoenix :
We actually didn't defeat them instead we recruited them to our side.
This feat made the others gasp in awe .
Reporter 5 :
If the island is liberated then why are all the islanders living outsider the capital ?
Phoenix :
After the fires ended the entire area had become unlivable . It must undergo clean up before rebuilding can take place .
Finally one of the reporters spoke up . It was Leela from Capital Tv
Reporter 6 :
Leela from capital Tv here. There have been many mysterious deaths in the capital . Showing intoxication symptoms but no alcohol or other drugs were detected in their systems .
What do you have to speak about this.
Phoenix :
Wherever you have gotten your information , must have been faulty . There are no such deaths in the capital .
Reporter 6 :
Sir , the victims were found in their homes always clutching a black diamond which was found to be around 238 karats .
Phoenix :
Then this must be the murderer's MO . Rest assure we will catch them soon enough .
Reporter 6 :
Also one more thing why isn't Lord Ikaros or Lady Lopez present today. And they haven't made seen by anyone for months.
Phoenix was answering but the Third Head took it from here .
Head :
Leela was it. Unfortunately both couldn't attend because Lady Lopez is working on her magic and Lord Ikaros is out of capital .
I think you don't have any questions do you .
Leela saw the Head's eyes and she felt an uncertain pressure about how she shouldn't dig deeper than that.
And so Leela sat down shivering.
And the press conference countinued as they were asked really tirivial questions. Everyone answered as per their script .and finally the press conference ended .