Chapter 2 Allies

“I represent South Vietnam and the issue there is corruption, nepotism, and administrative ineptitude,” said Ai Le. “I represent Japan and I know there's a lot of sad history that Japan has had and it was horrible, the 1st issue is the comfort women that happened from 1932 to 1945,” said Kaeya. “It was the government that ruled over that time and when I learned of this it made me upset that cruel things can happen when all those women wanted was a peaceful life and the other main issue was labor costs and political issues along with petty fines and the death penalty,” said Kaeya. Hi I represent South America and the issue is the environment, soil erosion Water Pollution, and water Scarcity along with sea level rises and poverty, an issue everywhere and this is a significant problem,” said Clover Lilac. “Well, I represent North America and the issue is conflict and political issues and shootings and violence and stealing,” said Penelope Lupin. “I represent France and it’s known for many things and sightseeing, and the key issues are the undergrounds where everyday people and tourists get kidnapped for their looks and beauty if you are not careful, and this issue needs to be fixed,” said Sylvie. “I represent Africa and their issues are almost the same as some of the other countries but a bit different and the issue there is hunger and malnutrition, climate change threat to economic, social and environment, disease,” said Omari Ade. “The country I represent is Mexico and the major issues are the dangerous city located in Mexico and the other main things are crime, violence, kidnapping and human trafficking, human migration, and Discrimination,” said Azura Cielo. “I represent Germany and we were known for the war a long time ago, the significant issues we deal with are surveillance and freedom of media, women's rights, climate change policy and Impacts, and Racism, antisemitism, and Islamophobia, including violent hate crimes,” said Stern Otto. “I represent England and the issues there are drug abuse, violent crime, teenage delinquency, family breakdown, welfare dependency, poor urban environments, educational failure, poverty,” said Daemon. “Sounds like everyone has finished on what they represent so onto the next phase,” said Kaeya as she glanced at Daemon. “The reason I invited you all here is to clean this world of the mistakes that were made in the past and selfish actions that cause people to suffer,” said Daemon. “It seems we represent our countries and the major issues of past and present issues,” said Kaeya. “Why don’t we move on to the real reason, why we're here from almost every part of the world,” said Daemon. “Now that is over, why not tell us what you plan to do with all the knowledge we acquired from our countries along with the places we visit and research,” said Kaeya. Everyone was curious and eager to know what was going on. They all leaned in, listening intently to the conversation at hand. It was clear that what they discussed was of great importance and piqued everyone's interest. The anticipation in the air was as they waited for more information to be shared. “It seems everyone is waiting for the news, I did make you guys wait but I will now tell you the big news,” said Daemon as he took a deep breath. “I want to change the world and make it a place where everyone has equal rights and no fighting and people getting along without hurting the innocents,” said Daemon. It was a truly moving speech that touched the hearts of everyone in the room. They were so moved that they couldn't help but shed tears of joy and happiness. “A few things moved all of you I said just like that,” said Daemon. “We can tell you mean it since it’s coming from your heart,” said Kaeya. “Aren't you all sweet for that, why don’t we drink some tea, I bet you guys are tired from talking a lot today,” said Daemon as he made the tea himself. “For once you brew it yourself, half of the time when I visit, you tell me to do it, or when you are at my place I still have to brew the tea myself,” said Kaeya. “Hey, I take offense to that remark, I just like it when others brew the tea plus it tells me if you put any dedication into the pot before boiling,” said Daemon. “Since you made it yourself, let's see how good your skills are,” said Kaeya as blew on the tea. “So how it is, not bad right?” said Daemon. Everyone was stunned by how good it was and was mind-blown by the Daemon tea skill. “You even made it better than me,” said Kaeya. “Cousin you're just going to have to up your game on this,” said Daemon as he laughed and won his victory for the day. “Everyone will have a turn at making refreshments for the club along with snacks,” said Kaeya. They agreed to it and continued to enjoy their tea for the time being. “My question is when we take action, what will you call this planet,” said Kaeya. “Instead of Earth number 40 is what they call it since there are so many earths out there in this vast universe,” said Daemon. “I didn't even know so many existed out there and I’m not saying that other planets don't exist,” said Ji-Hu. “My thing is why do many people think that the world could be a square, are they idiots?” said Azura. “It could be due to how we can walk in a straight patch and not land upside down,” said Anong. “They should get it in their thick skull that the world doesn't work like that, how foolish of them,” said Jaw-Long. “I doubt they would care about what we have to say,” said Chien. “Is there any way to make them realize that half of the things they do are wrong? Their so-called equality doesn't work,” said Sylvie. “People are cruel and full of lies aren’t we also made up of them as well,” said Ai. “Yes but we want real change, not this garbage they dish out to everyone like it's okay,” said Clover. “We have to consider the animals as well, they have done nothing wrong and many have died due to the recklessness of people driving around like bugs,” said Stern. “That is true, it’s dumb they don't realize that animals have souls as we do and feelings,” said Penelope. “We have a lot to fix but with all our knowledge we can fix this planet and make it flourish,” said Omari. “Let’s work hard on this long project of ours and make it a success,” said Mi-Young. “That's great to hear from all of you and let’s do our very best, shall we,” said Kaeya as she cheered for their future success. “This is why I picked all of you guys for this project, I'm grateful for the assistance in this,” said Daemon as he raised his teacup in the air and everyone raised theirs. “What is the plan for world change? Said Kaeya. “What we all learn is the 1st key and analyzing and what we can do with it and to study all the missing parts that are,” said Daemon. “This world is so big, how can we accomplish that?” said Mi-Young. “Think about all the countries that were said and those that weren't those are the missing parts we need,” said Daemon. “Is there a deadline or do we have enough time to finish?” Said Azura. “Not really we have a penalty of time, this club is for planning things thoroughly,” said Daemon. “You want us to pick the remaining place that wasn't mentioned and see what the issue is over there right?” said Kaeya as she looked at the book. “That doesn't seem to be too hard, we can just travel there on our break and write down all the hardships that happen,” said Penelope. Everyone nodded and agreed and they all looked at all the books to see the remaining place they had to head to once their break started. “Gather around and choose where you want to go,” said Daemon. “We should pick 4 each and make it easier and for the remaining, we’ll all go together,” said Kaeya. They began to pick out the other countries and got started on planning. “When spring break happens, all of us will report back in to tell the news of their discovery,” said Daemon. They nodded and continued to enjoy the tea and after-school clubs ended. “Hey Daemon, what name did you come up with for the club?” said Kaeya as she walked beside him. “The name of our small little club is Meridian,” said Daemon. “Where did you come up with that name?” said Kaeya. “It came to me in a dream, the name kept echoing in my head and I thought it sounded like a great name to use,” said Daemon. “From now on we have to study and be the best if we want our goal to be a reality,” said Kaeya as she stretched her arm into the air. “I have my grades covered and you should work harder at number 2 on the ranking list of the elite school we're in,” said Daemon as he walked off. “Hey don't count me short on this, you're always head because you study every day without break,” said Kaeya as she walked ahead of him. “Look here cousin, I’m just saying to step up your game or that guy will take 2nd place from you,” said Daemon as he passed her. “You mean the guy with the funny name and attitude, ha he got nothing on me, I can say that with confidence,” said Kaeya as she passed him. They began to run to see who could make it home faster. They lived next to each other and both of their moms are related to each other making Daemon and Kaeya cousins. “You can't beat me, eat my dust,” said Kaeya. “I’ll be kissing my shoe if you lose to me,” said Daemon as he ran faster. “Not in your life, I won't,” said Kaeya as she beat him. “You won't be lucky in the next race and watch out for water leakage on the way in,” said Daemon as he cracked a smile. “Thanks for the concern but watch your step on the way in,” said Kaeya as she smirked. They open the door and look around to see if the close was clear and when they let their guard down a soap bar fell on Kaeya’s head along with water falling on her head. “OUCH! WHAT THE HELL, this is my favorite outfit,” said Kaeya as she pouted and walked up the stairs soaking wet. A giant cake appeared in front of him and a pie slammed into his face since he couldn't see, he fell onto the cake and landed on the ground. “AH MY FACE AND MY OUTFIT!” said Daemon as he sulked and went to wash up. They started screaming in the shower due to the incident at the door. Kaeya’s parents were confused since they didn't see anything and all they saw was water and soap on the ground. Daemon’s mom saw smash cake and pie on the ground. “He got me good with that prank but I won't lose next time,” said Kaeya. “She might have gotten me with a tempting cake that got ruined and it had to be a cheesecake, how could she, I’ll get her next time for that,” said Daemon as he sobs quietly in the shower. They finished up their shower after a long day of school and after-school club. The next morning at 6:00 am they got up and got ready, talked to their parents, and left for school. “How did you like the water and soap prank,” said Daemon as he laughed. “That lame prank of yours wasn't funny and how did you like my prank,” said Kaeya as she laughed at him. “How dare you, I like cheesecake and you go and tarnish my favorite thing, which I love eating the most in the world, you have some nerves,” said Daemon. “Hey, what about my outfit that was the prettiest one I ever made,” said Kaeya. “It seems we're equal, it was a good prank you came up with,” said Daemon. “You're not too bad with pranks either and let’s see who has the best prank,” said Kaeya. They weren't mad at each other, just upset at their belongings that got ruined. They shook in agreement, laughed it off, and headed to school, they waited for the bell and went to class, they only had a few classes together. The club members would all meet for lunch, club meetings, and occasional outside meetups. From behind the scenes, the guy would take notes of their activity and what they were planning. Kaeya turned around and saw him being sneaky and kicked him to the ground. “Violence doesn't suit you,” said the guy. “Rank 20, I suggest you go away, you're a pest, what do you want?” said Kaeya. “Nothing and don't call me that I have a name you know,” said the guy as he got up and tried to punch her. She swung her arm at him and he fell on his face within 5 seconds. “It seems luck was on your side, I’m not fighting back due to not wanting to injure your face,” said the guy. “Ha, quite lying to yourself, you want to hurt me back for all those times for kicking your *** across the hall or into the classroom for being slow,” said Kaeya as she glared at him.

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