Ten minutes later.
On the screen in the sky, the scene shifted to the White House in Washington D.C. Takumi was shaking hands cordially with the representatives there. Under the witness of survivors across the country, the world's first contact across time and space was achieved.
Afterwards, the two sides actively began a conversation. Takumi first expressed concern for the Americans in this world in the name of the officially certified Pan-Eagle Alliance under Dimensional City.
The so-called Pan-Eagle Alliance was just something created by Takumi, and he was the only member at the moment. But the American people in this world did not know that. They simply listened and thought a place like Dimensional City and the Pan-Eagle Alliance sounded incredibly impressive.
In addition, since Takumi had actually helped them deal with the zombies across the country, they felt that this Pan-Eagle Alliance was simply too powerful.
President Miller, the representative there, did not dare to be negligent. After all, it was being broadcast live, and the eyes of the people across the entire country were watching him. He quickly expressed his thanks and took the opportunity to bring the topic back to the Pan-Eagle Alliance Takumi had mentioned.
Takumi smiled and explained: "The Pan-Eagle Alliance is an organization built by Americans from different worlds, based in Dimensional City. It is intended to closely connect Americans from all over the multiverse, allowing them to exchange what they need, help each other, and advance and retreat together to achieve the beautiful vision of all Americans being one family."
"Now, besides the initiators, you are the second relatively mature American nation we have connected with. We simply didn't expect this world to be experiencing such a disaster. At the same time, this makes us firmly believe in the necessity of the Pan-Eagle Alliance's existence."
President Miller, not knowing the full truth, was convinced after hearing this.
"Yes, if you hadn't arrived in time, with the current failure of our modern electronic products, the situation would likely have become much worse. Please allow me to express my gratitude to you again on behalf of the people in this world."
Takumi felt a bit embarrassed being treated this way. After all, the truth was that he had deliberately delayed his action until quite late. He really couldn't claim the word "timely." Thinking of those who were infected during that period, Takumi could not help but say with a guilty look: "I still arrived too late."
When President Miller heard this, he also looked sad, but he still said comfortingly: "Please, you do not have to feel that way. This was our burden to bear. It is enough that you were able to come at all."
When Takumi heard this, he thought it made sense. If he hadn't come, far more people would have died.
On the other hand, if he had taken action from the beginning, other nations would definitely have noticed. They would have been jealous that the Americans were receiving help, and it might even have led to a world war. At that time, before the zombies were so rampant and the armaments of all countries were still in good condition, a war would not have been as simple as an EMP. It would have been a global nuclear explosion and nuclear pollution!
Takumi, finding a reason to excuse his timing, finally let go of his guilt. He wasn't a perfect person, so there was no need to dwell on it. Then, Takumi started to talk business with President Miller.
"The most important thing now is to help you recover. We can provide you with a batch of electronic components for partial equipment replacement, but due to the trade limits of Dimensional City, the quantity will not be massive."
As soon as he heard there were supplies—electronic components that were currently in short supply—President Miller's eyes lit up and he said quickly: "I understand the difficulty, but I would like to know the quantity of these materials."
Takumi provided a list and the quantities. These electronic components were actually collected from factory warehouses and large supermarket warehouses across the continent after he decided to change his policy two days ago. Having been stored in Dimensional City during the EMP, everything was intact.
However, Takumi did not take them all out at once. He divided them into three phases: the first phase was only one-tenth, followed by 30% and then 60%. Even so, President Miller felt a bit breathless after hearing the numbers. This wave of EMP explosions had been thorough, and many were targeted specifically at the USA, so the damage was severe.
Almost all factories across the country had been rendered non-functional, and there were very few usable components left. They were desperate for this batch of supplies. Although many things could eventually be repaired, restoring things to pre-disaster levels for the military and government would take at least three or four months. For the general public, it could take more than a year. With Takumi's help, they could save at least half of that time.
"Thank you very much for your help. When can these supplies arrive?"
"The first shipment will be delivered very quickly. Our people are already gathering them in another world; in another two hours at most." Takumi said, then changed the topic: "Now, it is time to discuss the conditions."
When President Miller heard this, his expression became solemn. The people watching the screen also understood that there are no free lunches. They had received a massive favor, and now they had to pay the price.
"Please, speak."
"Do not be so nervous; it is not a big deal." Takumi smiled and waved his hand. "The conditions are mainly for the benefit of Dimensional City. Some shortcomings were exposed during this incident, so we are taking corrective measures. I hope you will respond positively and contribute to the infrastructure of the Pan-Eagle Alliance. First, population immigration. Second, various materials needed for expansion."
As Takumi narrated the requirements—two hundred people for immigration and a list of materials—President Miller and the viewers went from nervous to confused. It wasn't that the request was too much, but that it was so simple. They were ready to be exploited, but the requests were quite basic.
"That is all?" President Miller asked.
Takumi shrugged: "That is all. Dimensional City is still in its initial construction stage and cannot handle too much at once."
President Miller breathed a sigh of relief. He did not change his respectful attitude just because Dimensional City was in an early stage. The fact that they could connect different worlds was enough to treat them with the highest standards.
"We fully agree to your conditions and will respond to the call of the Pan-Eagle Alliance. Regarding materials, we will deliver them as soon as possible after production resumes. As for immigration..." He looked at the camera and smiled: "I believe our people will respond positively to this great cause."
His words were broadcast to the people.
"I'll go! Not for anything else, just because they saved us."
"Dimensional City, the place that connects the heavens? Count me in!"
"I meet the requirements and want to sign up!"
"Wait, why don't they want men? Shouldn't the hard work be done by us?"
"Maybe their methods are different?"
Afterwards, Takumi talked with President Miller about other details. Finally, President Miller, representing the Americans of this world, formally signed a franchise agreement, becoming the first member of the Pan-Eagle Alliance. It was a great development opportunity, and he would have been a fool to pass it up.
When he found out he was the first member, President Miller was surprised. Takumi explained: "The situation in other worlds is complicated, often involving mysterious powers, so we have not yet established formal contact with our compatriots there."
Takumi then took him outside, opened a Dimensional Gate, and in front of everyone, moved out the agreed first shipment of supplies. President Miller quickly had people count them and expressed his gratitude again. He immediately ordered the restoration of communications and railways. He also issued orders to restore order, relocate people, and assess agricultural conditions.
Takumi waited for him to finish before ending the projection. After saying goodbye to President Miller, he returned to Dimensional City.
"I have to say, a leader is indeed a leader; he arranged things so orderly under pressure." Takumi thought back to the meeting.
"Master Takumi."
At this time, Kanae Kocho approached with her sisters, Busujima Saeko and Sanjouno Haruhime. Haruhime had been brought here by Takumi to act as an anchor point to ensure the time flow between worlds remained stable.
Takumi nodded: "The mission is over. You've worked hard these past few days, so I will give you two days off. Take a rest in Orario and take Busujima Saeko to get acquainted with the city."
"Yes." Kanae Kocho was relieved. Moving supplies had been exhausting. She looked forward to showing her sisters around Orario.
Afterwards, Takumi went to arrange BB's work. The main task was to redesign the urban planning of Dimensional City. Then, he was ready to sleep. He hadn't slept for days.
When he returned to the house, he saw Hestia. She had changed her white dress for a more conservative outfit, and her hair was tied up.
"Are you afraid that others won't know you are no longer a pure goddess?" Takumi joked, noticing she had followed his suggestion about her clothing.
"That's right. I want everyone in the world to know that I am already yours," Hestia declared boldly.
Takumi looked at her with suspicion. "What's wrong? Who are you jealous of now?"
"I am not jealous!" Hestia panicked for a second.
"Forget it then. I'm going to sleep."