Debris
Khan and Colonel Norrett shook hands, lingering longer than necessary in that gesture. Their light squeeze attempted to test their respective strength, providing decent results but opposite reactions.
Khan confirmed what he had already sensed. Colonel Norrett was no ordinary soldier. The attempted evolution had pushed him past the limits of the fifth level, and his stance matched that power. He had probably been away from the battlefield for years, but his prowess was unaffected.
That obviously pleased Khan. He didn't only respect strong warriors. He also needed someone closer to the Global Army to expand his reach. Moreover, completing the Colonel's training would add a loyal, evolved soldier to his ranks, which the situation desperately required.