The moment the team leader spoke, the entire control room fell silent for several seconds. All the scholars present stopped their work in unison and turned to look at her.
After a moment of silence, the team leader was the one to speak up and break the awkwardness:
"What's wrong? Is that such a difficult question to answer?"
The nearest scholar hastily tried to dissuade her:
"No... it's just... isn't this a bit too rushed? Our current phase of experiments has only just begun. Even if Elolo is showing a stable condition, but..."
Before he could finish, the team leader coldly waved her hand, cutting him off.
"There are no 'buts.' Our project must be completed as soon as possible. There can be no delays!"
With that, she raised her voice and declared:
"Everyone, the hope and future of humanity are right in front of us. Are you really going to halt our progress? Do you lack even this small amount of courage?"
