Of all the news that could disrupt Khan's newfound peace and sense of fulfillment, that was the worst. He could face gargantuan monsters and obliterate planets without breaking a sweat, but his mind went blank as soon as his brain acknowledged Garret's words.
Khan felt the universe was mocking him. He had found the Nak, all his projects were advancing steadily, and even Raymond was behaving, for now. Everything was going well for Khan, but the world appeared unable to let it stand.
The news was obviously good. Problems aside, the Niqols were another potential ally that could significantly help in the fight against the scarlet eyes. Khan believed they wouldn't hesitate to join him, but he diverted his gaze anyway, staring at the tall waves under him while memories and troubling thoughts filled his vision.
