4 What the Future Holds?
Before the day of the meeting, the Supreme of Wisdom was preparing for the discussion and rested.
• The Day to Discuss the Future •
The Supreme of Wisdom went to the Chamber 15 minutes ahead of the time. He was the first one to get there. Shortly, the Supreme of Peace arrived.
"Let's wait for the others to arrive." The Supreme of Wisdom said.
The other three Supremes arrived at exactly 13:00 then they seated and began their discussion about the future of the world.
"Now, we will begin the discussion concerning the world's future." The Supreme of Wisdom said with a calm face.
"—I will be straightforward. The world... our world... is gone, I don't know when. But, this what I saw in my dream."
The three Supremes were surprised when they heard it. The atmosphere changed — it became more serious and tension built up. The Supreme of Peace was not surprised as he already heard it beforehand.
"Th-Then, use your—" The Supreme of Faith suggested and she was agitated but was interrupted.
"Let me finish explaining things, don't interrupt me. I will entertain questions later." The Supreme of Wisdom continued with a calm tone and calm face.
"Continuing, *clears his throat* I already used my foresight ability however, it was blurry — so, I cannot ensure if my dream was true. And, as I can see the series of possible futures, all of them didn't show the chances of them from happening. It is just... that... it could be precognition." The Supreme of Wisdom explained and his face looked troubled after.
"Given that, you have an ability to see the future; this can be precognition as you said. It could be an aftereffect of your ability." The Supreme of Peace claimed, then he crossed his arms.
"H-How far did you look in the future?" The Supreme of Emptiness asked with a worried face and worried tone.
"My ability allows me to look 2 months up to 20 years ahead of the time. And, as I said earlier, the future is blurry even the 2 months from now." The Supreme of Wisdom answered and he took a deep breath.
"Hmmm... this is hard... I suggest that the five of us work together and inform all the countries to prepare." The Supreme of Peace proposed in a calm and compose manner.
"The five of us can work together for sure, but it will be hard to unite all the countries. Just recently, Anich and Aiss were on the verge of starting a war. Even though they signed a peace treaty, it does not mean that they already trust one another —betrayal can still happen." The Supreme of Faith answered, she then held her hands together close to her chest.
The Supreme of Justice raised his right hand to get the attention of the Supremes and recommended, "Then, how about we split the work? We will shoulder a responsibility that is most preferable for us." Then, he pointed at the Supreme of Wisdom, "You decide what will be our roles."
"We can do that, we can have Ishida-san (Supreme of Justice) and Nakamura-san (Supreme of Peace) do international negotiation. Ishida-san's skill *places his head to his left arm's open palm to rest while leaning backward* is to detect whether a person is telling the truth or not. As we know, Nakamura-san is the most powerful among us when it comes to international diplomacy as he made Harmonia's armed forces the most powerful in the whole world. And we know that the majority of the countries invest almost all their budget in their military. Shouda-san (Supreme of Faith) will handle and inform our residents. Lastly, *he pauses and leans straight* Kato-san (Supreme of Emptiness) and I will make the decisions — I will be the chairperson and Kato-san will be the vice-chairperson." The Supreme of Wisdom replied seriously.
The tension started to loosen and the atmosphere became calm and compose.
"Not a bad idea. Assigning us in our suitable roles is great, but it won't be easy." Seigi Ishida (Supreme of Justice) said.
"Nothing is easy. However, we can always work out a plan. —And, it is our job in the command post so don't worry about it. Your role is to execute it." Chihiro Suzuki (Supreme of Wisdom) replied.
"Okay! —In that case, let's begin planning."
"First, we need to—"
He was interrupted as the Chamber experienced a strong quake.
"What's happening?" Kuuga Kato (Supreme of Emptiness) was puzzled.
"Let's teleport to the surface first." Chihiro Suzuki (Supreme of Wisdom) said.
They teleported to the surface, to found out the Rationals were panicking and in distress — they were running, some of them were bumping into one another, some were trembling badly that they can't move.
The Supremes instantly ordered instructions, helped the stranded, and saved the Rationals.
"Everyone calm down! Stay outside of your home, it will be better if you are in an open area!"
"Don't run! Prioritize yourself!"
"Don't save other Rationals if you are injured and your situation is bad."
"Stop! Don't enter your house!"
However, the Rationals were still panicking and in distress, but some of them immediately stayed in an open area and waited there. Some died because of debris falling on their head, some were trapped and pinned in their respective places.
Chihiro Suzuki (Supreme of Wisdom) told Kiyoko Shouda (Supreme of Faith) to use her ability to inform the Rationals — her ability allows her to communicate to each and every Rational regardless of time and place. "Everyone, stay calm. If you are outside make sure to watch for falling debris and wait in an open area. For everyone trapped in their houses, go underneath any solid rigid objects."
The Rationals stopped panicking and followed the instruction.
"Are you okay?" Kazuya Nakamura (Supreme of Peace) asked after helping a child trapped inside his house. He brought the child into an open area. "Stay here, okay?"
"Pl-Please sa-save my p-parents, th-they are also trapped in our house." The child begged while crying heavily.
"Don't worry, I'll save both of your parents. So, don't cry anymore." Kazura Nakamura (Supreme of Peace) smiled and left the child in the open area where hundreds of Rationals stayed.
The devastating earthquake ended after three minutes — thousands of lives are lost, hundreds are injured, most of the Rationals are helpless and homeless. Chihiro Suzuki ordered the newly-formed Panels to build temporary shelters in the plaza and guide the survivors and treat the wounded.
•••••
The newly-formed Panels consist of engineers, workers, and nuns. They are now under the supervision of Chihiro Suzuki (Supreme of Wisdom). Their purpose now is to improve the roadways, infrastructures, and to take care of the orphanages in the Land of Wisdom.
•••••
The Supremes felt that something was wrong, a feeling that bewilders them.
"What in the world is happening?"
The Supremes were baffled.
"I-Is this p-part of the precognition Suzuki-san saw...?"
"Suzuki-san, you didn't see this from happening?"
"I... did not see this... The aftereffect of my ability started three months ago, but... before then, it is not part of the infinite series of possible futures." "—I think, this event is planned, and there's a power that can alter or manipulate the future."
"We should go back to our domain and investigate this phenomenon. Gather information first before we talk."
"I agree. For now, collect information and I'll send all of you a telegram sooner."
The four Supremes hurriedly left the Land of Wisdom.
Chihiro Suzuki together with the Marahuyo directly inspected the damages done to the Land of Wisdom.
After a week of thoroughly investigating, they found out that the Harmonia collided with another country, Kerchief, and it looked like a whole new country as the two countries became one. Chihiro Suzuki immediately wrote and sent a telegram to each Supreme to inform them about this. After that, he and five captains of Marahuyo went to Kerchief to talk to the head of the nation.
•••••
URGENT! IMPORTANT!
My fellow Supremes,
We are facing a huge problem right now, after a week of in-depth investigation, we found out that our nation collided with Kerchief. By the time you receive this, I am already in Kerchief discussing the situation with Lord Aslam Perchang.
I will write another telegram to discuss our findings after my visit to Kerchief.
Chihiro Suzuki
The Supreme of Wisdom
URGENT! IMPORTANT!
•••••
Chihiro Suzuki and the Marahuyo arrived at the Palace of Kerchief shortly, his arrival was sudden which left the people there surprised. It created a commotion as the people began to murmur. An attendant showed up and he was invited inside the council room, where he saw the head executive of Kerchief. Then, the head of Kerchief, Aslam Perchang, confronted him.
The Marahuyo just stayed and waited outside of the Palace of Kerchief.
"W-welcome, Chihiro Suzuki the Genius, w-what can I do for you?"
"I'm sorry for my unannounced visit, Lord Aslam. I came here to talk about an important matter."
"...Then, please take a seat first."
As Chihiro Suzuki took a seat, Aslam Perchang called his attendant. A maid showed up and bowed gracefully. He then whispered to the maid. "Please prepare a snack and tea for him."
"Continuing on the topic on hand, after a week of our investigation, Harmonia and Kerchief collided with one another and became one. We suspect this happened due to the earthquake that was felt all over the world."
"So... you are here to discuss how it will affect our respective nation?"
"Not today, but sooner. —For now, what I want is information. So, if you have additional information, I will be grateful and in your debt, if you are going to share it with us."
"Given that this phenomenon was unexpected and lots of things remain unknown, collaboration and sharing of details is a great idea especially that Kerchief and Harmonia combined. —But, I'll only share our findings if you will also share your information."
"Then, I take that as a yes. I'll look forward to collaborating with Kerchief. I'll take my leave now."
"Thank you for visiting us, be careful on your way home."
Chihiro Suzuki left the Palace of Kerchief, before going back to the Land of Wisdom, he instructed some of the Marahuyo to stay in Kerchief and investigate the aftermath of the earthquake there.
