Negotiations

Khan didn't expect a General to sponsor his promotion, especially since he had close allies who could perform the same task.

However, the event wasn't too surprising either. Khan's fame had gotten big enough to spread concerning doubts about his figure. The public had to be reassured and a Colonel might not cut it.

Of course, the matter worked in Khan's favor, but he couldn't help but feel hesitant. Clearly, many big figures had gotten interested in his training methods and alien techniques. Major General Arngan didn't seem the type to play those political games, but Khan worried nonetheless.

"A week," Khan announced. "That's sooner than I thought."

"The promotion isn't scheduled yet," Monica explained. "It's not even official, but everyone knows it will happen."

Khan didn't need to read Monica's expression to understand what she implied. The same thoughts had popped into his mind, and a helpless sigh inevitably escaped his mouth.