A genetic evaluation couldn't lie. The code was definitely corrupted.
The scientist frowned at the results. "It was a complete failure."
"So we need to try again," the Priest said from the shadows.
"This damage can't be undone. The abilities are all but lost."
"Then start over," the Priest insisted. "There's still the Archive."
The scientist sighed. "Even if it's possible, it would take generations—hundreds of years."
"So we must begin immediately. Our enemy won't be forgiving."
"That's what the Bakzen are to us now? An enemy?"
The Priest took a slow breath. "They'll overpower us if we don't find a way to match their strength."
"Well, the Archive is our best hope, but that will only get us one genetic line, if we're lucky. Will a handful of people be enough?" the scientist asked.
"If it's the right person, we only need one."
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Rumors of War (Cadicle Vol. 1-3: An Epic Space Opera)
Science FictionA secret war. An empire in crisis. One final hope for victory. Wil Sietinen is torn between two worlds. As a High Dynasty heir and the Tararian Selective Service's most promising telekinetic Agent trainee, Wil is expected to be nothing short of exce...
