February 2010, New Human Era, more than ten years after the Earth's destruction...
After two months of research, calculation, discussion, and verification, the team of scientists finally finalized the preliminary budget for the entire nuclear fusion project.
This budget covered the scope of the massive endeavor, including the "nuclear explosion reactor" and the "spaceship."
This meeting was critical, the first major gathering after the New Year holidays.
Rumor had it that a viable solution to bypass the "Great Filter" had been found. Many Federation executives and engineers made a special trip from the surface. Naturally, they had heard the whispers beforehand and were somewhat prepared.
But this preparation was quickly shattered by a devastating reality.
During the meeting, Jason stared out the window with a grim expression.
