Chapter 30: ch-30 t the Federation hasn’t reached Tier-7 yet
Admiral Kevin wasn’t particularly impressed by the teleportation device.
To him, teleportation was old news—an achievement the Human Federation had mastered long ago. In fact, their scientists were already pushing the boundaries of quantum-level teleportation. Still, something about this device felt... different. He couldn’t explain it, but the sensation nagged at him.
Turning toward his six accompanying researchers—experts in genetics, but well-versed in tech like this—Kevin gave a subtle nod. They instantly understood the silent command. One of them approached William, preparing to take a blood sample.
They needed proof that he was human before any talk of Federation citizenship.
As they moved, Kevin shot another glance at the teleportation array. His instincts told him this wasn’t standard Federation tech. It was cleaner, faster... maybe even smarter. When he looked back at his team, they shook their heads—each one signaling, wordlessly, that they couldn’t identify what made this teleportation system different. Not by looking. Not without deeper analysis.
Before Kevin could drift into speculation, a familiar voice broke his concentration.
"Welcome aboard, Fleet Admiral."
Kevin and the rest turned. Standing ahead were two figures: William and Elsa. William had cleared his throat to draw their attention. He smiled now, arms slightly open.
"Welcome to my humble ship," he said. "Admiral, gentlemen... Federation representatives."
Kevin was caught off guard—not just by the greeting, but by the fact he hadn’t sensed their presence until they were right in front of him. That was rare. Troubling.
Still, he stepped forward with calm poise. William extended a hand. Kevin shook it. Elsa simply nodded.