Hawthorne's mind raced through scenarios, each one ending in American defeat.
"What are our options?" Morrison's question carried the weight of national security.
Major Blake hesitated before speaking.
"Detroit remains Arthur's suspected location. A concentrated nuclear strike could eliminate the threat before it escalates. Although many will die, we will also kill the biggest threat to our establishment and authority."
Nuclear option. Against an American city.
"Are you insane? What would we even say to the public? Everyone is awakening talents; you aren't just killing Arthur Fate, you are killing tens of thousands of awakened. And some of them might be Humanity's trump cards, they could have B, A or S-Grade talents, we would essentially be killing humanity's powerhouses." Stevens responded with shock plastered all over her face.
Blake's suggestion made her lose her cool.
Blake responded without hesitation.
