Oriental Dominance (Pacific Rim x BINI Au)

2025: The Awakening at the Romblon Shatterdome

In the stillness of the Romblon Shatterdome, the clock struck 2:00 A.M. A dark, quiet room lay wrapped in a thick blanket of silence, the only sounds the soft hum of machinery and the rhythmic ticking of time. This calm was shattered by the blaring of a Kaiju alarm, piercing through the tranquil air like a thunderclap, jolting the sleeping inhabitants awake.

Enzo Lim, a tall young man with tousled hair, stirred first, blinking against the sudden brightness of the alarm lights. His eyes darted to the screen mounted on the wall, where a flash of yellow illuminated the dark room. The words "Kaiju Alert" flashed ominously, sending a chill down his spine.

Below him, Mikha Lim, his younger sister, shot up from her sleeping position, panic flooding her expression. With adrenaline surging through her veins, she quickly threw off her covers and leaped out of bed, rushing to her wardrobe.

"Enzo, we have to go!" Mikha exclaimed, her voice laced with urgency as she fumbled to find her uniform.

Enzo didn't waste a moment; he scrambled out of bed, his heart racing as he slipped into his own gear. The siblings had trained for moments like this, and they knew time was of the essence. With their adrenaline pumping, they quickly dressed, ensuring every piece of their uniforms was secured.

Once ready, they rushed through the dimly lit corridors of the Shatterdome, their footsteps echoing against the metallic floor. The urgency of the situation heightened their senses as they approached the control room, a hub of activity where every second counted.

As they burst through the door, they were met by the sight of Kenji, the control officer, intently monitoring multiple screens that displayed the latest readings and images from the external sensors. His brow was furrowed in concentration, and the atmosphere in the room was charged with tension.

"Enzo, Mikha, you're just in time!" Kenji called out, his voice steady despite the chaos unfolding outside. "We monitored and identified the Kaiju. It's been spotted near the southern coastline. Initial reports indicate it's a Category 3 creature, codename "Ridgebasher."

The siblings nodded, their expressions shifting from sleepiness to focused determination. Enzo took his place at one of the consoles, quickly running through the data streaming in from the sensors. Mikha joined him, her fingers flying across the controls as she helped analyze the information.

As the images from the external cameras flickered on the screens, the siblings braced themselves for what lay ahead. Outside, the darkened sky was illuminated by the distant flashes of lightning, creating a backdrop for the storm brewing, both in nature and the world of Kaiju. They were ready to face whatever emerged from the shadows.

"Keep an eye on the trajectory," Kenji instructed, directing the siblings' attention to the display. "We need to prepare for deployment if it comes this way."

Together, the trio worked seamlessly, each focused on their task as the Kaiju alarm continued to blare. They were aware of the weight of their responsibility; the fate of their homeland rested on their shoulders, and the fight against the Kaiju was far from over. In the quiet before the storm, they steeled themselves for the battle ahead, driven by a resolve that burned brighter than the alarms that surrounded them.

As the control room buzzed with activity, Marshal Lauren approached from behind Kenji, her footsteps echoing on the metallic floor. She exuded an air of authority, her presence commanding immediate attention.

"Kenji, status report!" she requested, her voice steady yet urgent.

Kenji turned quickly, his fingers still dancing across the console as he processed the data flooding in from the external sensors. "Ma'am, we have a confirmed Kaiju sighting near the southern coastline. Initial scans indicate it's a Category 3 creature, heading north. Estimated time of arrival is approximately 30 minutes."