Calm and relief spread across all those present. They try to steady themselves and relax after the psychological disturbance caused by Sand.
Hossam stands calmly and walks in a normal manner, as if he understands that this is not the right time to draw attention or display his power.
Everyone looks at him with exhausted eyes, as if asking:
When will this never-ending meeting finally end?
A faint hope appears in their eyes as they look at Hossam, wishing he will not prolong his report so this meeting can end quickly.
Hossam smiles and thinks about Sand, saying to himself:
"Is this what you wanted? To annoy me, you idiot."
He then looks at Sand, who smiles back at him, appearing interested… even innocent, as if he understands nothing.
Hossam sighs, knowing that everyone will focus on him now. This is work, and there is no time for rest.
But he must carry the responsibility and make them active again…
for the sake of his other friends whose turn will come later,
and also because of what Sand has done to those present.
———
If I ask you:
Who is the best character that has appeared in the meeting so far?
Who would you say?
Mustafa?
Sand?
Minister Hussein?
The President of Egypt?
Well… it does not matter much.
Because there are still characters who have not fully appeared yet, and they are no less important.
One of them… is Hossam.
The responsible figure who, no matter the challenges, overcomes them,
carries the problems of others, and solves them with complete ease.
Is he foolish?
No. Not at all.
He knows exactly whose responsibility he will carry, and why.
He does not choose or befriend just anyone to bear responsibility, because he himself is responsible.
He is intelligent, strong, and dependable no matter what happens.
He knows his own limits and capabilities well.
That is why he was appointed President of Sinai Academy,
responsible for the education and upbringing of schools around the world.
All students of the academy and its graduates — who now hold some of the most important positions — agree on one thing:
He is their spiritual father.
He does not care about one individual only.
He does not look only at the strong and treat the rest as tools.
All of them are students.
And on his shoulders lies the duty to make them heroes, no matter their level or weakness.
This is the first step for all students:
to prove to Hossam that they deserve what he does for them,
and that the time has come for them to rise and bear the responsibility of the world.
That is why all graduates and students of the Global Sinai Academy are distinguished by their sense of responsibility in the face of challenges — unmatched by anyone.
And do not think he is kind only…
He is the person most feared by nations.
They have given him the title: The Absolute Beast.
When he becomes angry, or when someone threatens his responsibility,
he sees no one before him… and destroys everything.
Once, a school under his authority in a distant country obeyed an order from that state:
to exclude and obstruct one of the school's geniuses,
and persuade him to participate in a scientific research project.
But that research was in fact a plan to kill him…
or destroy his future,
because the son of a state official was greedy for his talent.
They tried to take him.
It was impossible.
So they chose to destroy him.
The Justice Organization discovered the matter, arrested everyone involved, and saved the child.
But before that…
Hossam was there.
Like a raging beast,
destroying a nation,
searching for the school principal, the official's son, his father, and every collaborator.
The country was literally on the verge of destruction.
To calm him down, it required three organization leaders.
Even Sand was about to appear — risking the exposure of the Intelligence Organization — just to stop the Absolute Beast.
From that moment on, every nation understood:
The schools within their borders are protected by the Director of Sinai Academy — Hossam.
No one can approach the students or teachers.
Otherwise, they will face Hossam when he becomes the Absolute Beast.
And the students became protected by this privilege — untouchable.
That is why many poor families strive to enroll their children in these schools,
to protect them from any threat — especially if they are geniuses.
This is the definition of the Director of Sinai Academy.
And currently, the most important person.
Because he is the one who shapes the future.
And the children of humanity are under his authority.
———
He speaks calmly:
"The time of the first Golden Generation has come."
Everyone pays attention, though they are not fully energized yet.
Hossam continues:
"As I expected, the passion of the youth has reached its peak.
Everyone wants to prove that he is the best.
That he will protect the world.
That he is the strongest of this generation.
Therefore, all students of the Golden Generation will give their absolute best.
And the graduates as well —
even if they are not from the Golden Generation —
they will prove they are the best.
Titles do not matter."
Then his tone grows heavier.
"But unfortunately…
The Golden Generation does not mean the best.
And if you are not part of it, that does not mean you are weak.
In truth, the Golden Generation plan is about raising and preparing thousands — even millions — of students for the coming war.
Every person will be responsible for the comrade fighting beside him.
The world…
And the battles at our doors…
have begun with this generation.
It is the Golden Generation…
Or rather…
The Cursed Generation."
Silence fills the room.
"A generation that may be destined to die entirely, without mercy.
It is only a matter of time.
Therefore, my responsibility is to protect this generation…
even if it means sacrificing my life."
His voice lowers.
"Unfortunately… our children are the heroes of this generation.
Which means… they may die."
He exhales slowly.
"Life is truly strange.
There is no escape.
No rest.
No safe place… except death.
And we hate death…
Even though it is the one that saves us."
Everyone looks at him, their eyes struggling to hide the sorrow they all understand.
The truth is clear:
Their children may be the first to die.
They feel complete helplessness.
Suddenly… Hossam laughs.
"Since the Golden Generation is cursed…
Then I will be their first curse.
And I will make them all stronger — without exception."
His tone rises.
"In one month, the Golden Generation will officially begin.
So… say your goodbyes to your children well.
Because I will not be lenient in raising them.
And I will be held accountable for this before Allah on the Day of Judgment."
Then he concludes calmly:
"To Allah we belong, and to Him we shall return."
Next Stop:
There is no mercy… so prepare.
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