Elias pressed forward, his tone firm. "This is why Phase Two is critical. Our recon teams will systematically scout and assess these locations. If there are survivors, we'll provide assistance and escort them here to safety. If there are functioning villages that wish to remain where they are, we will offer them support—supplies, medical aid, and defense strategies—to ensure their survival."
"And," he continued, his gaze scanning the room, "this isn't just about saving people anymore. We have to secure resources. We need food, medicine, fuel, weapons, and technology. If we don't start preparing for long-term sustainability, the people we save today might not make it through tomorrow."
As the weight of his words settled deep into everyone's bones and everyone thought of survival wasn't just about rescuing people anymore but was about making sure those they saved didn't starve and also was about fortifying their future.