Chapter 220: Retreat
Reggie quickly grasped Lute’s implications and concerns.
Indeed, while the planet’s surface ecosystem appeared relatively normal, something unfathomable seemed to lurk beneath.
Was that giant creature an anomaly, or merely the tip of the iceberg? If an entirely separate, hidden ecological system existed, then using that monster’s capabilities as a baseline, encountering creatures capable of leaving the planet didn’t seem implausible.
If such entities emerged, could the spaceship in orbit still be considered safe?
And if too many of the crew entered stasis, a sudden threat could spell disaster.
“Major Camis, does the escort team still have the capability to investigate the site where Staff Sergeant Hasmu detonated the nuke?” Reggie inquired.
Camis deliberated before responding, “We suffered heavy losses earlier because we were unprepared. Now that we are forewarned, a preliminary survey of anomalies should be manageable. However, conducting an in-depth investigation might be beyond our current capacity.”
“That will suffice. For the time being, Major Camis, focus on gathering as much useful intelligence as possible. The more we uncover, the greater our accomplishments. Lute, assist Major Camis with your team.”
Lute and Camis exchanged glances and nodded. With their interests aligned, cooperation was natural.