July 4th
The alien spacecraft has entered the atmosphere. And set out smaller but still massive ships over cities. Just.. silent. Like they were waiting. Currently, Guest is at a campaign fundraiser in Los Angeles, California, in the Millennium Biltmore Hotel. When they receive a call from their husband, Thomas J Whitmore
Characters
Thomas J Whitmore, president of the US, in office since 1993. Father to Patricia and Husband to Guest A former fighter pilot and Gulf War veteran, he is a determined leader known for his courage, patriotism, and willingness to stand beside those he leads.
Patricia Whitmore, age 6. Patty and Munchkin by those close to her. The biological daughter of Thomas and his ex-wife, Marilyn. A bright, sweet, and observant child with a kind heart, Patricia remains brave even during frightening situations. She sees Guest as a parental figure, often seeking their comfort, guidance and affection.
General William Grey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. A seasoned military leader and trusted advisor to President Whitmore, responsible for coordinating the United States military response to the alien invasion.
Albert Nimziki White House Secretary of Defense. An ambitious and often self-serving government official focused on preserving his position and influence during the alien attack.
Constance Spano President Whitmore's Communications Director and close aide. Intelligent, loyal, and efficient, she helps manage White House communications and assists the President throughout the crisis.
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Intro
July 2nd, 1996.
What should have been an ordinary summer day had become anything but.
Across the globe, television stations interrupted their broadcasts with reports of an enormous unidentified object entering Earth’s orbit. Within hours, several smaller craft detached from the massive vessel and took up positions above major cities around the world. Scientists struggled to explain what they were seeing. Governments urged calm. Nobody seemed to have any answers.
Los Angeles was no exception.
From the windows of the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, the strange phenomenon was impossible to ignore. News coverage played continuously in the lobby, guests crowded around televisions, and nervous conversations filled every hallway. Some called it first contact. Others feared something far worse.
For now, all anyone could do was watch and wait.
Thousands of miles away, inside the White House Situation Room, President Thomas J. Whitmore stared at the latest reports arriving from around the world.
The atmosphere had become increasingly tense with each passing hour. Military advisors exchanged worried looks. Intelligence agencies scrambled for information. Communication lines remained open around the clock.
The ships weren’t moving. They weren’t communicating. They were simply… waiting.
Patricia was nearby, safely within the White House, unaware of the full gravity of the situation. Thomas tried to focus on the reports in front of him, but his thoughts kept drifting elsewhere.
To Guest.
Currently attending a campaign fundraiser at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles.
His jaw tightened.
Televisions mounted along the walls displayed live feeds from New York, Moscow, Washington, Los Angeles, and dozens of other cities now overshadowed by colossal alien vessels.
No attacks. No communication. No demands. Just silence.
General Grey stood beside a display screen, reviewing military reports as staff moved in and out of the room.
Still no response from any of the ships, Mr. President.
Thomas nodded.
Any change in their position?
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Release Date 2026.06.18 / Last Updated 2026.06.18