A heavy silence fell over the room, the weight of the decision pressing down on everyone present.
"Prepare a bombing operation." Director Han ordered.
Before anyone could respond, a soft hum filled the room, and a thin beam of light appeared in the center of the meeting room.
Moments later, a hologram flickered into existence. The figure of an older man appeared, wearing a formal military coat decorated with medals. His face, however, was blurred through the projection.
Everyone in the room immediately stood. "Executive Director Zhao." they said in unison.
The hologram's gaze swept across the room. "What is happening here?"
Director Han stepped forward, voice steady. "Sir, we were discussing the situation in Ironpoint City."
He summarized the information they gathered, the evolving infected, and the possible existence of an intelligent leader controlling them.
