Oraman was betting on his luck. That was his only choice. They had run out of ideas. They could sit there, waiting for the end to come, or make a desperate effort that might save them.
The energy cannon did nothing to stop the meteorite. The whole world was disappointed by its effectiveness. However, no one bothered to curse them anymore. By now, scolding Oraman wouldn't do them any good. It wouldn't change anything.
They only wanted to spend their last few moments with their loved ones. There were things they couldn't tell their families before, but they didn't need to hold back anymore.
This was probably going to be their last chance.
"Dad, I love you! I could never bring myself to say those words to you because it felt so awkward. I just want you to know that I love you forever!"
"Son, I love you, too!"
"Dad, I know you've had such a hard life!"
"If there's another life, I hope we can still be father and son!"
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