Outmaneuvering

The demonstration didn't explain Khan's theory or absurd claim about a living element. Yet, seeing him able to summon the scarlet sparks at will proven his ability to deal with the matter. No one knew whether he could fix it, but everyone accepted that he had a deeper understanding than anyone else in the Global Army.

Even Major Foxnor had to give up on the matter. He still feared the potentially negative repercussions, but denying Khan's claim any further would imply rejecting what he had just witnessed, which he didn't understand in the first place.

"I'll leave my nephew in your care, Prince Khan," Major Foxnor felt obliged to say, performing a respectful military salute. "I know I speak for my family when I say we are grateful for your help."

Khan nodded at the Major, but his mind quickly slipped away again and analyzed the topic. Much had to be prepared, but rushing the project could be a mistake, especially while the tournament was underway.