by Celeste Raye
The French investor inquired, "What type of weapon is it? What's its source of power?"
Kelan replied, "It's a refined form of laser that takes its energy from the very air we breathe. Within its mechanisms, the air is compacted so densely that it is emitted as a killing ray. If you will give your attention to the monitor, we have a visual recording of a test done in the lab."
Michelle touched her keyboard, and the twelve-foot monitor came to life. On screen, a lab technician held a dull gray piece of metal. It was shaped like a water pipe but had two triggers. The technician tossed it into the air and caught it easily with one hand to demonstrate its light weight. He walked to a glass enclosure and slid the end of the weapon through a hole that was just its size. Within the enclosure, there were mannequins representing men, women, and children. In their center, was a gunman. The technician pulled the smallest trigger, a thin white light streaked across the room, and the gunman fell. The camera zoomed in to show there wasn't a mark on any other mannequin. It then turned on the equipment that monitored chemicals, radiation, and other destructive components. The air was clear. The camera came back to the technician. He pulled the larger trigger, the end of the pipe spread into hundreds of tiny fingerlike projections. The white light shot out of each one, destroying all the mannequins. The equipment proclaimed that the air was still clean. Michelle stopped the recording.
Kelan declared, "This was a prototype, and the results were recorded last night. The room has continued to be monitored for pollutants. None have been detected. The weapon needs to be tested on larger targets: planes and tanks for example. We need to see its actions in open spaces and perfect its rather ugly appearance. For these things, we need money and the power to get the governments behind the project. In other words, I need all of you. Everyone in this room has reason to want this weapon to succeed. With the universe opening to our eyes, it's essential to protect not just our own countries, but the entire planet. We don't want the wars to touch a hair on our families’ heads. We don't even want them to realize those wars are a possibility. This weapon is our best defense against Earth being touched by anyone and keeping the peace between countries. It can ensure that there is still an inhabitable planet for future generations. Do I have your backing?"
The woman from England replied, "You have earned my trust over the last two years. I've never been disappointed in anything you've built or discovered. My riches have been quadrupled by investing in your enterprises. The weapon seems viable and revolutionary. You have my backing."
The French gentleman stated, "I'm impressed by the lab tests and would like to see more. If you will allow me to attend some of the future testing, I will back you as well."
Kelan's biggest rival, the owner of another defense company, demanded, "Before I hand over any money, I want to shoot that thing myself. Recordings can be faked. I'm a skeptical man, and my company has never seen such technology despite my contacts in the government."
Kelan smiled and answered, "I expected there to be skepticism and demands for hands-on proof. Of course, I will accommodate your wishes. I have nothing to hide." Not in business anyway, he said to himself.
All in attendance agreed to invest vast amounts of money to build and test the weapon. Michelle spent the next several hours writing separate agreements to specify each investor's demands. Dessert and wine were served while she sat with each one and carefully constructed the deals and had them signed. Kelan wouldn't want them to leave without striking an agreement. He was careful to have them sign before they were influenced by outsiders. Michelle also followed his requirement to have them sign a nondisclosure agreement. What was seen and heard in this room was to remain there. It was simply good business.
By the time everyone had left, it was late in the evening. Michelle cleared the conference room, gathered her personal belongings, and tried to shake off her worry. It was far later than she usually worked, and she feared what Jackson would have in store for her as punishment. Maybe she would get lucky, and he would be out drinking with his buddies or passed out in the bed. If not, his anger at her for not having a meal ready would probably earn her some more bruises. Since she was already so late, she would stop and pick up his favorite pizza and beer. It might placate him enough to save her from a beating. The triumph and pride the meeting had provided slipped into oblivion. Reality came crashing down as she drove toward home.
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