Chapter 26: The last sprint
A few days ago, X was recalled by the army for an emergency situation leaving Cryo and Iris in charge of the training of the twins. The days passed quietly in an unhurried manner, Nioh was stuck in his laboratory, preparing for the hunt, while sometimes discussing strategies with his team.
The past months have fundamentally changed the team's attitude. Being put forefront of the plan, coupled with the perpetual mentorship from Nioh and X , the twins have become more confident. The influence from the repeated use of their biocore added a hint of edge to their personality. Kol, became more silent but lethal and cutthroat with his remarks while Sol turned extroverted and attention seeking.
Cryo assumed a more mature role since the departure of X, his already cold demeanor turned colder. But a tinge of warmth could be felt as he seemed to have learned a few values.
Iris on the other hand felt liberated from the overbearing rules of the palace, and allowed for her ambition as a warrior to flourish once more.
Nioh was again busy inscribing some runes on a mechanical part when he felt the communication device at his wrist vibrate successively.
His face was lit with excitation, as he read out the messages while the other four members rushed out of the training room because it was the sign that the hunt had begun.
"It's been four years, the archipelago is ready to transform." Iris declared. "Tomorrow, the queen will launch the hunt." She added.
"The uniforms have been sent to your rooms, so rest up we will meet tomorrow in the palace" Nioh demanded.
"What about you?" Sol asked noggin her head close to him as if asking for a pat. He responded accordingly " I still have a few things to finish, don't worry I will see you tomorrow"
After the team left Nioh walked into the training room "Are you sure you want me to release it?"Ekoh asked one last time.
"You helped me fuse 20% of the S-tiers biocores, and you sealed the rest of the energy away because my body could not handle it."