The countdown continued its relentless march.
20:59:42
Jessica stood in the underground chamber staring at the largest
monitor as Micah's systems finished preparing the global broadcast.
Every few seconds another network connection appeared on the
screen.
News agencies.
Government channels.
Independent streaming networks.
Satellite links.
Within minutes, the entire planet would be watching.
Her phone buzzed again.
Micah.
WE'RE ALMOST LIVE
Jessica swallowed slowly.
"Define almost."
Another message appeared.
NINETY SECONDS
Kessler leaned against the console with his arms crossed.
"Ninety seconds until you speak to eight billion people."
Jessica let out a quiet breath.
"No pressure."
Kessler gave a faint smile.
"You'll be fine."
Jessica wasn't sure about that.
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