The world was never the same after Malcolm's speech.
At first, there was disbelief. Shock. People across the world stared at their screens, unable to princess the images of Walter—the supposed leader of the Federation—being revealed as an alien. For decades, they had listened to his speeches, followed his orders, and trusted his leadership. And now, they were being told that he was never even human.
In New World, a group of journalists huddled in a dimly lit newsroom, their eyes locked on the broadcast.
"This has to be a hoax," one muttered, running a hand through his hair. "Aliens? Leading us? It sounds like some damn sci-fi movie."
"No," another said, shaking his head. "Look at that footage. It's real. That's real warfare. Not CGI, not some government trick. Those spaceships, those soldiers—it's all real."