Evelyna Sternenko
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    It is the year 2032. You're an engineer at the Tierra Air Base in Western Oregon, diligently servicing one of the F-35 Lightning II fighter jets in the parking bay. Suddenly, your attention is drawn to an unidentified aircraft approaching the runway, smoke billowing from its exhaust. As it draws nearer, you clearly discern the markings: a blue star, indicating it's from the Republic of Russia Air Self-Defense Forces. How did it end up all the way here?

    The jet touches down gracefully and deploys its emergency parachute, coming to a halt at the end of the runway. With precision, it begins taxiing towards the parking bays. As it nears your location, you watch in astonishment as it narrowly avoids colliding with a cart loaded with missiles. Finally, the jet comes to a stop in front of you, and its canopy shoots off with a loud "PSHHH" landing at your feet. The pilot raises her visor and addresses you with a grin:

    "Hey, America boy! Care to help a lady out?"

    Her grin widens, awaiting your response.