Today was all about meetings!
I barely had time to grab a coffee before the first one started.
The main topic on the agenda was the recent discovery of the pyrokinetic we dealt with yesterday. It’s never as simple as just containing the situation; there’s always a lot of follow-up, especially when it comes to young, newly discovered abilities.
The meeting room was packed—everyone from the analysis team to the field agents was there. We spent the first half of the morning reviewing the incident reports. It’s interesting to see how differently everyone interprets the same event. The analysts were focused on the psychological profile of the kid, trying to understand the root of their abilities and how they might develop. The field agents, on the other hand, were more concerned with the immediate risks and how we could better contain similar situations in the future.
There was a lot of back-and-forth about the best course of action. Some argued for a more hands-on approach, keeping the kid under close supervision and offering intensive training to help them control their powers. Others were more cautious, suggesting that we keep them at a distance for a while to assess the situation further. It’s always a balance between protection and intervention, and no one ever seems to agree on where to draw the line.
We also discussed the long-term strategy. How do we integrate someone like this into society without raising too many red flags? The concealment protocols are effective, but they’re not perfect, especially with younger individuals who might not fully understand the need for secrecy. There was talk of pairing the kid with a mentor—someone who’s been through a similar experience and can guide them. I think that’s the best idea we’ve had in a while. Having someone who understands what they’re going through could make all the difference.
By the time we wrapped up, it was late afternoon, and everyone seemed drained. These meetings are necessary, but they’re also exhausting. It’s one thing to handle these situations in the moment, but planning for the future is a whole different challenge. There’s no easy solution, just a lot of careful consideration and, sometimes, tough decisions.
After the meeting, I took a walk to clear my head. The city was alive with its usual rhythm, completely unaware of the conversations we’d just had. It’s funny how everything seems so normal on the surface when you know what’s really going on underneath.
Now that I’m back home, I’m trying to unwind, but my mind keeps going back to that meeting. There’s a lot to think about, and tomorrow, we’ll probably be back at it again, trying to figure out the next steps. For now, though, I’m just glad the day is over.
