Only Self Interest

March 24th, 2029

The morning sun cast long shadows over the barren landscape of the Nevada desert, a place known for its isolation and history of nuclear tests. Today, it was the stage for another groundbreaking experiment. Michael Reyes and his team had set up a temporary base near the testing site, where they were preparing to test the Weather Manipulation Satellite for the first time.

Michael stood outside the command tent, taking in the vast emptiness of the desert. The air was still, and the only sound was the hum of the generators powering their equipment. 

"Good morning, Mr. Reyes," Dr. Elena Martinez greeted him as she walked over, holding a clipboard. "Everything is ready. We're just waiting for your go-ahead to start the test."

Michael sipped his coffee, savoring the warmth as he looked out over the desert. "Let's do this," he said, nodding to Dr. Martinez.