Tuesday: The First Clues
Ivy Mae replayed the video, pausing at moments that seemed significant. “Listen,” she said, pointing to a faint sound in the background—a low hum. “It’s like... a heartbeat.”
Jas frowned. “Or a countdown.”
They continued watching as Elon Musk stood in the video, pointing at a holographic map. “These ships are appearing all over the world,” he said. “Their message is simple: ‘We bring understanding.’ But what does it mean?”
Roman shifted uneasily. “They don’t look like they’re bringing anything good.”
The video shifted again, this time to Putin pounding the table. “If they want peace, why won’t they explain? This silence is an act of war!”
The recording abruptly ended. Outside, the wind began to pick up.