boyutpedia Chapter 949: Final phase
Chapter 949: Final phase
Chapter 949: Final phase
That heavy mindset accompanied Khan throughout his return to the Headquarters, which didn't leave even after entering the vast lab. Usually, he would have used that chance to fly away and face packs on his own, but the expansion had reached a critical point, forcing him to stick to orthodox plans.
Praises tried to escape the scientists' mouths but remained stuck in their throats before Khan's aura. Some screens and consoles also flickered, disturbed by his mindset. Even his target suffered from his influence, but everything stabilized after a few seconds.Nôv(el)B\\jnn
Khan stopped before a tall hologram depicting Senerth. Three-quarters of the planet was red now, highlighting the area under Khan's control. The army only had a few battles ahead left, but they were bound to be problematic.
The many battles had dealt with most packs, even those outside the perimeter. However, they had also cleared hunting areas for the monsters that had stayed behind.
The remaining packs had enjoyed a short period of abundance of resources and space, increasing their numbers. Those unconquered areas also featured large deposits of Senerth's strange mineral, occasionally creating proper hills and caverns that could facilitate the monsters' growth.
"There's movement in the remaining quadrants, Prince Khan," Garret announced, approaching the holograms to stand at Khan's side. "These creatures are fighting for territory."
"Is it good or bad?" Khan questioned.
"Both," Garret revealed. "They are killing each other, so their final number won't be as high as we predicted. However, the survivors will be stronger than anything we have faced."
Garret held back from giving his opinion. Khan and Lieutenant Dyester were in charge of the mission's military aspects, so Garret only added his insights when explicitly requested. Also, he knew Khan was already exploring his options.
However, Khan also wanted to excel, creating the best possible outcome through his power and skill. The situation's theoretical restraints meant nothing to his mana, and abiding by them would go against its very nature.
"Run a few simulations," Khan ordered, "And coordinate with Master Carl. I will launch surgical strikes on my own. I just need the right targets."
Garret didn't expect anything less from Khan. Truth be told, he had already taken similar orders into account, laying the ground for the requested simulations. Khan's unclear abilities left gaps in the software, but they could be discussed later. Resting was paramount now since the remaining quadrants had to stabilize, and Khan also had something else to address.
"It will be done, Prince Khan," Garret announced. "I must also inform you that the communication array has been improved. Miss Solodrey has already tested it, and its quality should be acceptable."
Khan diverted his gaze from the holograms, his bright eyes gaining a trace of humanity. Senerth's unstable situation and Monica's duties had prevented the two from interacting too often. Even when they did, they limited themselves to short calls disrupted by the planet's barebone technology. Flying to the Leviathan could solve the issue, but Khan simply couldn't leave.
"Is she available?" Khan asked.
"Miss Solodrey did provide a window, Prince Khan," Garret nodded. "You are still in time."
Khan immediately turned to leave. He knew the communication array and where to hold a private call. Yet, the hesitation in Garret's mana made him shoot a questioning look at the
scientist.
"Forgive my boldness, Prince Khan," Garret said. "I know time is short, but your appearance might need attention."
Khan looked down at himself, recalling his state. He was more blood than skin, with gore littered over his cape and trousers. The corpse stuck on his foot was gone, but the severed head on his shoulder had somehow survived his return to the Headquarters. If anything, Khan was surprised the scientists could recognize him, but they had probably gotten used to that sight in those months.