As more time passed, the village faced a different kind of test.
It was not sudden. It did not come from the lake or from weather. It came slowly, through comfort.
Several generations had grown up without seeing any major disaster. Systems worked well. Supplies were stable. Trade was strong. Because of this, some people began to question the need for constant drills and reviews.
A group of young adults suggested reducing the number of emergency practices each year. They argued that resources used for drills could instead be used for entertainment, travel, and expanding trade opportunities.
The council did not reject the idea immediately. They studied the numbers. They reviewed past records. They also organized open meetings where citizens could speak.
