In 2026, the energy landscape is radically transformed by Nautlix Inc.’s Teelium deuterium fusion technology. With the Arc-1 and Arc-2 reactors generating a massive 704 gigawatts of power, California becomes the heart of the Electric Belt, supplying incredibly cheap electricity to Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and Oregon. This surplus of affordable energy triggers a societal shift: gas stoves are replaced by induction cooktops, internal combustion engines give way to EVs, and the once steady trade of electricians becomes the most in-demand profession in the country.

Working as an electrician in Oregon, the protagonist finds himself at the center of this infrastructure boom, overwhelmed by constant calls for panel upgrades and charger installations. The newfound economic stability brings a sense of profound relief to his household. After a celebratory dinner with his partner, Jessica, who has just embraced the all-electric lifestyle with a new vehicle, the couple reflects on how drastically their lives have improved. Surrounded by the quiet hum of a fusion-powered world, the evening’s tranquility transitions into an intense and intimate encounter, fueled by the passion of two people finally thriving in an era of abundance.