Fate's Choice: Livestream at the Start Summoning Billions of Ravens

Two days after the Roosevelt family meeting concluded.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Park, Washington, D.C.

Reporters and broadcast vans from hundreds of mainstream media outlets around the world packed the park's entrance area.

The lenses of long and short lenses were piled up together, forming an impenetrable wall.

Several news helicopters hovered at low altitude, their enormous rotor noise mingling with the clamor of voices on the ground to create a cacophony of sounds.

Led by James Roosevelt and Anna Roosevelt, more than fifty members of the Roosevelt family, both direct and collateral relatives, dressed in matching black suits, walked through the crowded streets and stood solemnly before the famous bronze statue of President Roosevelt.

It was exactly 10:00 AM.

Under close surveillance from both the Oval Office and the Pentagon's underground command center, Anna Roosevelt emerged from her family procession and walked toward the makeshift podium set up for the press conference.

She stood in front of dozens of microphones, facing the global live broadcast cameras.

Anna began by briefly reviewing the achievements of her ancestor, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, from leading the country out of the shadow of the Great Depression to ultimately winning World War II.

Her narration is plain yet powerful, without any unnecessary emotional embellishment.

Anna then naturally turned her attention to Archer, the extraordinary figure who had descended upon Wall Street a few days earlier.

"Regardless of the true origin of that being, and regardless of the mysterious laws governing his appearance."

"His actions, everything he demonstrated, embodied the core spirit of Roosevelt's 'New Deal'—that is, when the system becomes rigid and unjust, there must be the courage and strength to break with convention and protect the interests of the vast majority of the people."

"We, the Roosevelt family, are willing to follow and support this spirit."

Anna continued her announcement.

"We believe this is the only right way to address the new challenges of our time."

The speech was drawing to a close.

Anna slightly raised her head, her gaze becoming earnest, piercing through the cold lens.

"We, and this torn nation, need your wisdom and guidance more than ever before in history. If you can hear our voices, please respond."

The moment the words were spoken, the tens of thousands of people gathered inside and outside the memorial park fell silent for a moment, then erupted into a deafening roar.

Countless voices converge on the same name.

"Roosevelt!"

"Roosevelt!"

"Roosevelt!"

...

Rome, inside a hotel suite.

Jiang Ming leaned back on the sofa, watching the live stream on the virtual screen.

Deep within his consciousness, on the interface of the [Fate Selection System], the number representing his emotional value was steadily and resolutely climbing upwards.

[Emotional Value Balance: 113,450,000]

[Emotional Value Balance: 113,980,000]

[Emotional Value Balance: 114,210,000]

This "spirit summoning" spectacle, directed by Roosevelt's descendants and broadcast live globally, far exceeded expectations in its effectiveness.

...

Meanwhile, in the White House press secretary's office.

The phone rang incessantly, with inquiries from major media outlets around the world nearly overwhelming the lines.

But the office was empty, and no one answered any of the phone calls.

Memorial Park, Washington, D.C.

Anna Roosevelt stood on the podium, facing the still-frenzied crowd, and bowed deeply.

Three hours after the press conference ended.

The White House finally held an emergency press conference.

Facing a barrage of flashing lights, the newly appointed spokesperson repeatedly emphasized a few dry, official phrases.

"The federal government has the full capacity and the unwavering resolve to address all the challenges we currently face."

"All citizens are urged to remain calm and trust the government."

However, when reporters asked any specific questions about Archer, the Holy Grail War, or the Roosevelt family's statement, the spokesperson simply repeated "no comment" or called on the next reporter.

The entire press conference felt more like a clumsy, perfunctory affair.

The White House press conference ended just half an hour later.

The Pentagon held a completely separate press conference.

The Minister of Defense personally presided over the announcement of a major personnel appointment.

A four-star general named Mark Thompson has been officially appointed as the first commander of the newly established Paranormal Threat Response Command (PTRC).

General Thompson, dressed in a crisp army uniform with his chest adorned with medals, stepped onto the stage, exuding the strong aura characteristic of a tough soldier.

"I have only one mission, and that is to defend America's national sovereignty and social order at all costs."

Thompson's speech was brief and direct, every word carrying weight.

"I hereby warn any entity or individual that attempts to challenge the existing order in this country, regardless of who you are, where you come from, or what power you possess, that the armed forces of the United States of America will respond with the most resolute force."

The Pentagon’s tough stance contrasts sharply with the White House’s ambiguity.

Online, public opinion was instantly ignited.

A fierce debate has erupted on various social media platforms between those who support the Roosevelt family and believe that a "New Deal" is needed to solve social problems, and those who support the military's strong intervention and believe that national sovereignty cannot be challenged.

The social divisions were magnified dramatically at this moment.

Just as this antagonism was escalating, the Roosevelt family's official social media account posted a new message.

The message was very simple.

They will return to Roosevelt Memorial Park in 24 hours for a peaceful candlelight vigil, quietly awaiting Archer's response.

One hour after the announcement.

Newly appointed PTRC Commander General Mark Thompson signed his first command order.

The 1st Armored Brigade of the National Guard, stationed in Virginia, immediately moved into Washington, D.C.

The order mandated a complete physical lockdown of Roosevelt Memorial Park and three surrounding city blocks, citing "maintaining public safety in the capital."

Night falls.

The heavy rumble of tracks grinding against the ground echoed through the streets of Washington.

M1 Abrams main battle tanks and M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles formed an iron torrent and drove into the heart of the city.

Military Humvees with flashing red and blue lights led the way.

Fully armed National Guard soldiers, expressionless, set up lines of barbed wire and barricades along both sides of the street.

Cold armored vehicles and steel barricades completely surrounded the Roosevelt Memorial Park.

Outside the defensive line, more and more people gathered, drawn by the news.

Holding portraits of Roosevelt or lighting candles, they stood in silent confrontation with the heavily armed soldiers.

The live broadcasts by global media captured this scene in real time, transmitting it to every corner of the world.

The tense atmosphere suddenly escalated to its peak at this moment.