Chief Chadwick Neal

Lauritz Hagan's eyes brimmed with sorrow, mingled with a righteous fury and a fierce determination. 

Born and bred in the vast expanse of the cosmos, he and his comrades had weathered trials unfamiliar to Braydon Neal.

In a hushed tone, he pressed on, "You were born human. In weakness, strive for the betterment of our kind. In strength, wage battles in the cosmic expanse, shaping the fate of our race. Stand sentinel, guarding our territory and ensuring our survival.

"We are human by birth, so we have no choice. Unless you have the intention to betray our kin!"

Lauritz's words dripped with a palpable hostility, unable to fathom Braydon's resistance. 

Why did he persistently shun their offer to nurture him?

The final assertion stoked Braydon's ire. 

"I, Braydon Neal, may tread many paths in life, but betrayal of my kin is not one!