Chapter 76
Nox’s presence filled Kaen’s mind. “You must guide Kira in her new
abilities. Prepare her for us.”
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Major Lucas Sandren had lost good soldiers over the years, but having
one transformed into a new type of being was a novel experience. He
scowled as Colonel Kaen relayed the news about Kira’s uncertain condition
to him in his office.
The colonel was surprisingly calm about the whole thing, so maybe it
wasn’t as big of a deal as it sounded. But Sandren knew Kira, and he was
certain that no matter how calm she might appear on the outside, she’d be
filled with uncertainty and concern over what this change meant for her.
“I’d like to talk with Kira,” Sandren requested when Kaen finished his
explanation.
“She already asked to speak with you,” Kaen assented. “I think she
wanted you to fill in her team.”
“Oh, right. Not looking forward to that conversation.”
“She’s alive and doesn’t appear to be in any immediate danger. I look at