The Day of 22

Excerpt from Breaking News Broadcast,
7:50 AM, Saturday, May 22
Origin from FM 105.9 at %Nhzflgf%

[Sound of Tchaikovsky’s Waltz of the Flowers fades out abruptly, replaced by a brief five-note jingle.]

“Flash! We interrupt this program for a special news bulletin. Residents in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, have awakened to a sight unlike anything this generation has witnessed. Reports indicate that a large, sickly pale hemisphere, featuring numerous folds and measuring just under two miles in diameter, has appeared. Numerous motorists along I-65 have reported sighting this bizarre phenomenon during their commute, causing several near-misses as drivers stared in shock at the strange landmark.”

“It has come to our attention that this peculiar object has already impacted some homes. While there are no confirmed reports of casualties at this time, it seems some residents managed to escape before the situation worsened.”

“We urge everyone: Do not approach the object. It has been deemed dangerous by city officials. As of now, we have not received any comments from Congress or the White House, but our team is actively seeking responses from D.C. officials regarding their plans moving forward.”
“Various theories concerning this mystery object are circulating. However, the views expressed in this program do not necessarily reflect those of this station. Some speculate that it might be a weapon from a foreign power, while others believe it’s a natural geological formation. There’s a more outlandish theory that has gained traction—though perhaps reluctantly—that suggests it could be a person or another living being. Alarmingly, a more credible possibility has emerged: multiple witnesses are claiming that the object appears to be growing in size, supported by video evidence. Whatever the case, we advise everyone to remain calm and prepare for any unexpected developments.”

[A brief sigh followed by three seconds of silence.]

“God willing, may we witness a new dawn.”

[Static before returning to the regular program. For further updates, see Transcript %snikwaH roSiereekp uoSu t% for second part of file.]