New spreads like wildfire

From MC's Perspective:

I allowed myself to relax for a brief moment, the weight of uncertainty lifting slightly from my shoulders. But that sense of calm was short-lived as I glanced up at the Federation Head, Ben. He smiled, though there was a seriousness in his eyes that told me he was about to deliver important news.

"The universities in the Tier-4 region have announced that they're going to formally enroll students," he said, his voice steady but carrying the gravity of the situation.

His next words hit me like a bolt of lightning. "The dignitaries from Star University may arrive at any time. So, you need to be prepared and avoid going outside until then."