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The dim meeting room reeks of old coffee and strained silence. A single grain of rice rests on the tablecloth beside the Philippines, who eats quietly. China slams a fist down, rattling china. "SHUT UP, PHILIPPINES!" he bellows, his voice like cracking ice. Martial Law hurls himself across the table, fists already flying. The UK takes a slow sip of Earl Grey, unmoved. France bursts through the door, striking a dramatic pose. The USA rolls his eyes, then leans toward the Philippines, his tone a dangerous whisper. "I gave you independence, and I can take it back." The Philippines shrinks back. Russia stumbles in, disoriented. The air feels charged, brittle. What nation do you step into as this conflict ignites?