It was perfectly normal for those with guilty consciences to be afraid. Duke Victor was now a Skyfather. If they used him to stir up trouble and he came looking for them afterward, what would they do? The law could not restrain a Skyfather.
A Skyfather was more exalted than a president. No one dared to look down on one.
There was no need to say more about that. Duke Victor was not the focus today, so after saying just one sentence, he stepped down. Next, Director Newman focused on introducing Dave.
Dave's appearance caused a sensation throughout the venue. Reporters frantically took pictures of him, while excited cheers erupted both at the press conference and in front of screens everywhere. The newly promoted Skyfather Dave was so embarrassed that he felt a little awkward.
Most Americans were quite uninhibited, but there were shy people among them too. Dave, this shut-in, was one of them.
In truth, Dave had never wanted to step into the spotlight. He preferred quietly staying in the background and getting things done, but this time was different. Director Newman needed him to draw attention, so she sent him out.
"Mr. Dave, you are humanity's savior," a reporter said with utmost sincerity.
That was why everyone was cheering. They truly believed Dave was humanity's savior, because his Magic Array could minimize civilian casualties as much as possible.
"I'm not that great. Although the Magic Array operated successfully, it still has some flaws..." Dave said awkwardly.
Director Newman was speechless. Dave's IQ was fine, but his EQ was absolutely below zero. Otherwise, he would not have gone all these years without getting a girlfriend. This was America, after all.
"This Magic Array successfully transferred several million civilians..." Director Newman immediately began listing Dave's achievements.
The reporters were