Joel Abraham, a military intelligence officer, had been working on an artificial intelligence drone. Known as the Omega, it was powerful enough to run the world from the skies.

Joel’s days and nights revolved around ensuring the security of Omega. The artificial intellect of the drone was unlike any other, capable of independent strategic decisions.

One day, his worst nightmare came true. His secured screens flashed a warning. A breach. Someone had broken the indestructible security shield.

As he rushed to counteract the breach, his heartbeat thundered in his ears. Omega was not just a technological marvel; it had become synonymous with his life’s work.

Joel wasn't going to let anyone steal Omega. He quickly traced the breach to two simultaneous sources. The hackers were from Russia and China.

His mind raced as he devised a plan. He encoded a string of commands into Omega’s system forcing it into a dormant state, unresponsive to unauthorized access.

As he implemented his strategy, the red alarm lights in the control room dimmed. The breach was contained. For now.

But it was a short-lived relief. Joel knew that as long as Omega existed, it would always be a target. His mind kept returning to Russia and China.

It was evident that both powers wanted control of Omega. Joel had to outsmart them both, without instigating a new cold war.

He had to find allies who could help him. He reached out to the Pentagon, informing them about the attack and seeking their assistance.

A meeting was set with Jessica Harper, a senior Pentagon official with whom he had worked on several projects.

Joel explained the situation to Jessica in detail. Omega was in danger, and they needed a comprehensive strategy to keep it safe.

Jessica listened attentively, absorbing the gravity of the situation. She assured Joel of full support from the Pentagon.

Over the next few weeks, they worked tirelessly, coordinating with their teams to create multiple layers of security around Omega.

Joel developed new algorithms to predict and prevent any future attempts to breach Omega's security. He was determined to protect his creation.

Jessica, on her part, liaised with international allies, looking to unify them against the unethical strive for Omega.

There were no further breach attempts on Omega. But the constant fear of attack kept Joel on high alert, monitoring every little movement.

Jessica’s diplomatic efforts bore fruit. Several countries pledged their support against any unauthorized use of Omega and affirmed a joint defense pact.

This global unity cooled Russia and China's ambitions. But Joel knew the threat wasn't completely gone. He couldn't afford to be complacent.

Months passed without any events. Omega, under the watchful eyes of Joel and Jessica, continued to operate within the Pentagon's confines.

Meanwhile, Joel had started to work on a successor to Omega. A drone that could be even smarter and more powerful.

But this time, he decided to keep the new project, named Alpha, a secret. He knew the potential dangers if word got out.

Jessica supported Joel's decision and helped him secure the necessary resources. They were optimistic about the future.

As Alpha took shape, Joel started incorporating features that would make it almost immune to hacking attacks. The mistakes of the past were not going to be repeated.

Joel's hopes were high, but he also knew that he was playing a dangerous game. The world was watching them, and he had to be careful.

Under the steel skies, Joel and Jessica, along with their dedicated teams, guarded the secrets and potential of Omega and Alpha. They were the last defense.

They knew their fight was far from over. It would continue as long as there were those who coveted power. But they were ready.

Joel harbored a dream, a dream where his creations, Omega and Alpha, would serve the world, not dominate it. A dream one step closer to reality.

With the steel skies witnessing above and the eyes of the world watching, he and Jessica would ensure that this dream wouldn't remain a dream for long.

They knew the path was fraught with challenges. But no testing rivalry, no matter how fierce, could deter them from safeguarding a future of peace and progress.

Joel and Jessica's resolve stood as solid as the steel skies above. The battle for Omega and the promise of Alpha were just the beginning.

The duo would continue to protect what they had created, knowing that their efforts were critical for a world that was advancing fast into uncharted territories.

Their eyes, forever on the skies, were now filled with determination. A determination that would keep the world safe from the threat that loomed in the steel skies.

One thing was clear - whatever the future held, Joel and Jessica were prepared to meet it head on. For them, the steel skies were not a threat, but a reminder of their mission.

And so, under the vast steel skies, the battle for control of the world’s most powerful AI drones played out. But with Joel and Jessica on guard, the world could rest a little easier.