Doomsday Pillars

D-day 470

The meeting day was finally here after months of planning and preparation. Hundreds of people from entourage representing various countries and regions from around the world came and gathered on Bali Island. Some of them had arrived a few days earlier, while others had just arrived today. Those who arrived early chose to spend their time traveling around Bali and observing the situation on the island.

Each entourage who came to the island was given a five-star hotel service accommodation located on the beach with a stunning view. All services provided were the best of the best, ranging from music, welcoming ceremonies, food and beverages, hotel facilities, and, of course, luxury rooms with breathtaking seaside views. Everything provided was the same as the world before the apocalypse, as if it never happened.

Since a long time ago, Balinese people have been known for their hospitality. Hence, Alex coule rest easy because all the preparations starting from the room and the gathering place to the event schedule must have been well prepared. 

Today's meeting has become like an international conference, where each representative group has been given a guide and even a translator to help them.

This morning's schedule started with a breakfast buffet, where every type of cuisine was prepared: Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, Italian and so forth. Those who couldn't find the food they wanted could also share their request with the waiter, who will then forward it to the hotel kitchen. After the hearty breakfast session, there will be a brief introductory session between the representative groups while waiting for the presences of other representatives, who have not arrived.

After busy completing the creation of various artifacts for his group yesterday, today Alex finally got the chance and the time to join their agenda. He actually felt bad about ignoring the representatives, who had arrived earlier because of his busy schedule. But, still, Alex had to prioritize making the artifacts because it involved the safety of his group.

Representatives from 12 countries and regions have been present in this breakfast hall, where one could see various people chatting with their own group or other people of their interest, while they were having breakfast. Before he met these people, Alex had studied their information and situation. So, starting today and the next few days, he wanted to see the accuracy of the information and get to know them better. Naturally, Alex's ultimate goal was the unity of all groups in passing the first tribulation of the apocalypse.

The twelve representatives, who were present for breakfast today were: America, Italy, Germany, Greece, France, Spain, Australia, Japan, Philippines, Israel, Egypt, and Singapore. Unfortunately, not all of them still had a normal running state.

For example, the representatives from Japan were led by a middle aged man with tied hair. This man, who didn't seem to talk much, was Oda, the leader of the fighters from Japan. Oda came with 9 of his fighters who were also quite famous.

The representative fighters from the Philippines were also not part of the government. Instead, they were a group of survivors who had survived the apocalypse using their own strength and unity. With the help of magic raisins and the support that Alex had provided over the past 9 months, they were now able to have a fighter team that was no less powerful than the members of Alex's elite squad.

Both of these countries have been working closely with Indonesia for the past 9 months, both in the economic and military fields. The same things happened with Australia and Singapore too. The representative from Australia was none other than Colonel Angus, while the representative from Singapore was a politician named Sidao. According to the information Alex had read, this man was Christina's uncle.

Another interesting thing happened from the US side, where the representative entourages who came from the US unexpectedly came from two sides of the current US government. The first was a group sent by President Elizabeth and the second one was sent by General Max, each of whom arrived with their own warship.

Looking at these two groups from the same side, but with different stances in their political standing, Alex could not help but to laugh wryly as he shook his head. He recognized Winter and Nathanael who were present with the group. There was also a good friend among them, James Randall.

"Alex!!!" called James, waving his hand when he noticed Alex enter the breakfast hall,

"Mr Randall, you are finally back." joked Alex as he approached the man.

"Yeah! I really miss this island." said the excited man. "It's amazing how much this island has grown since I left."

"Then, I hope you will enjoy your stay here, Mr Randall." said Alex with a smile, teasing this close friend of his.

Alex was very comfortable and close to James, so when he met James, the man did not stop talking about his experiences during his stay in America. He also told Alex that the group sent by General Max was sent with a special purpose, to show the world that they were not inferior to Elizabeth McCord's camp. He then gave a warning to Alex to be careful of them. Alex laughed when he heard this but he still took a note in his mind to observe these people closely in the future.

James also talked about the state of European camps, which was colder when compared to the two American camps. At present, the combined western European camp of France and Spain was experiencing a lot of tension with the central European camps of Italy, Greece, and Germany. 

These groups from central Europe were the representatives sent from the Ahnenerbe organization and from Vatican, from the Pope itself. Both groups combined fighters from Greece really seemed like an odd combination. The leader of the group was a very quiet huge man, Alex could tell the man had an aura which was no weaker than Arief. Among the group Alex also saw Hans, the guy who attacked him in Mexico one and a half years ago. The guy gave Alex a warm greeting and smile as if nothing ever happened. Alex felt a strange vibe from their representatives. He also decided to keep an eye to this group, lest they do something really harmful to the others later.

Obviously, the guests who came to this meeting were not only those from outside the country but also from inside. Regent Suryo and President Rico were also present as the representatives of the Indonesian government. Alex could see Aria and Arief are currently sitting and having breakfast with them.

The room was currently full with more than 300 people not including the Balinese people that currently served them. The only representatives who had not yet arrived were the group from China and Russia.

When Alex was about to talk to James again, a man suddenly approached and greeted him.

"Hello, Mr Alex. Nice to see you again." said the man, stretching out his hand.

"Oh, hello! It's nice to meet you again as well." Alex replied with a smile, shooking the man's hand.

Jurgen, the representative from Israel was the one who was currently shaking hands with Alex. The man was having breakfast and chatting with his members, when he suddenly saw Alex in the breakfast hall. Therefore, he got up from his seat and approached Alex to say hello.

It seemed that he and his group of fighters came together with the representatives from Egypt. Alex looked at the group and noticed a few of the people. Among them, he could see a man who was famous in his previous life, Ardeth. This man with a tattoo on his face, led a group of strong fighters from Egypt called the Medjai warrior.

"We are truly delighted at your invitation, Mr Alex." said the man. "We look forward to your guidance during our trip to the Abyss Gate."

"Of course, Mr Jurgen. You will not be disappointed with us later." said Alex.

Jurgen seemed to have something he wanted to say, but he was hesitant to say it.

"Do you have any other questions to ask, Mr Jurgen?"

"Actually ... I do. I came to ask about a news that worries me."

"Oh? What is it?" asked Alex curiously

"I heard news that there will be an uninvited group who will also join our expedition. Is it true that they..."

Smiling at the man's inquiry, Alex answered. "Yes, you are right, Mr Jurgen."

At the same time, a group of nearly 30 more people came to the breakfast hall. This group of people all wore black robes that covered part of their faces.

"Praise be to our merciful god, that this day has come."

Seeing the group that came, Jurgen was shocked and then became furious, as did President Rico.

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