### *Tobias: Election Day*
The morning sun rose over Evergrand Island, casting its light on a city still grappling with uncertainty. The day had finally arrived—Election Day. Across the island, citizens made their way to polling stations, eager to cast their votes for the next mayor. Miyu’s campaign had shaken but not collapsed after the debate. Her promises to end the blackout still resonated with many, even as whispers of doubt lingered in the wake of Tobias’s revelations.
For Tobias Kain and the other Penitatas, Election Day was a day of waiting. As Penitatas, they were barred from voting, a law rooted in their status as individuals serving cycles for their crimes. Still, the stakes felt just as high for Tobias and his friends as they did for the voting citizens.
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### *The Atmosphere in the Streets*
Tobias and his friends—Martha, Bruno, and Luna—walked through the city streets, observing the buzz of activity. Portable polling stations dotted the plazas, powered by generators still running due to the ongoing blackout. Lines of voters stretched down the sidewalks, their faces a mix of hope, determination, and exhaustion.
“This is it,” Tobias said, his gaze fixed on a nearby polling station. “If Miyu wins, everything we’ve done could be undone.”
“People are desperate,” Bruno said quietly. “Even with the evidence we showed, some might still vote for her.”
Martha crossed her arms, her ears twitching. “She’s a master manipulator. Some people just want a quick fix, even if it’s from someone like her.”
Luna smirked, though her sharp grin lacked its usual mischief. “Well, we’ll know soon enough. Let’s just hope the voters are smarter than she thinks.”
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### *Inside the Polling Stations*
Inside the polling stations, voters stood in booths, making their choices. Large posters of Miyu adorned the walls, her campaign slogan—*“A Brighter Future for Evergrand”—*displayed prominently beneath her image. Next to her name on the ballot was the name of her opponent, a local community leader named Gerald Flanagan, who had been quietly campaigning to restore power through grassroots efforts.
Miyu’s supporters were vocal, their confidence buoyed by her promises and polished rhetoric. But Tobias’s debate had planted seeds of doubt, and whispers about her potential involvement in the blackout had spread.
“I don’t trust her,” an older fox whispered to a friend as they stood in line. “That debate showed her true colors.”
“But what if she’s the only one who can fix this mess?” the friend replied, her brow furrowed. “We need power back. We can’t keep living like this.”
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### *Tobias’s Observations*
As the day wore on, Tobias and his friends made their way to the central plaza, where a large screen displayed live updates on voter turnout and election coverage. Crowds gathered, discussing the candidates and the future of the island.
“Do you think Gerald has a chance?” Martha asked, glancing at Tobias.
“He’s honest,” Tobias replied. “And his plan is solid. But Miyu’s got resources and influence. It’s going to be close.”
Bruno nodded. “The real question is whether people care more about a quick solution or the truth.”
Luna leaned against a nearby railing, her sharp eyes scanning the crowd. “If Miyu wins, what’s the plan?”
Tobias’s tail flicked as he considered the question. “We keep fighting. Exposing her in the debate wasn’t enough, but it’s a start. If she becomes mayor, we’ll find another way to stop her.”
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### *The Results Loom*
As the sun set, the lines at the polling stations began to thin. The tension in the air was palpable as the citizens of Evergrand Island waited for the results. For Tobias, the waiting was the hardest part. He knew the stakes were high—not just for the island, but for the fight against Miyu’s larger plans.
Back at the Kains’ home, Tobias sat with his friends, the television tuned to the live coverage of the election. The anchors discussed the significance of the race, the impact of the blackout, and the fallout from the debate.
“It’s out of our hands now,” Tobias said quietly. “All we can do is hope.”
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### *The Future of Evergrand*
As the clock ticked closer to the announcement of the results, Tobias couldn’t shake the feeling of unease. Miyu had proven time and again that she was willing to manipulate and deceive to get what she wanted. But Tobias also knew that the people of Evergrand were resilient and capable of seeing through her facade.
“This isn’t just about who wins,” Tobias said, his voice firm. “It’s about making sure the truth comes out, no matter what.”
Martha nodded, her mechanical rabbit clutched tightly in her hands. “We’ll be ready, no matter what happens.”
The fight for Evergrand was far from over, but Tobias and his friends were prepared to face whatever came next. As the first results began to trickle in, the battle for the island’s future hung in the balance.
