Beyond All Part 1 ( The Searches)

Chapter 38

The Man Of The Hour

Uvam and the others made their way back to Argenti, three days after Novacula killed Citreal. During that time, news of his death spread throughout the galaxy. Needless to say, Musa and the rest were especially upset about it. Upon learning about his death, Saccharo told his parents he needed to speak with Admiral Tuba. As soon as possible.

" Here is the man of the hour!" Uvam said, raising his glass of wine to Novacula.

Everyone involved with Citreal's death was celebrating at Argenti's mansion. Ordinarily, he wouldn't allow it. But he was in a particularly good mood.

" I can't take all the credit. If it weren't for all of you, I would have been done for."

" Even so, you were the one who was able to finally kill my bastard brother. Well done."

The celebration continued, Novacula talked with Harriet and Venatora. They talked about how things had been since they last saw each other. Mostly everyone else was busy either dancing or drinking. Argenti and Uvam were busy speaking with each other.

" So, how do we extract the information we need out of this thing?" Argenti asked, looking at the soul gem he was now holding.

" It's a bit of a process. Want me to show you?"

" Of Course. Let's go somewhere quieter though."

They had just stepped outside when Uvam got a call.

" Who is it?"

" Lord Timore..."

" H-him?! Why?!"

" I'm not sure. But, I hope it isn't about something we did wrong. I better answer."

It was silent for a moment before Timore began speaking.

" I guess I was wrong," He said, in that dull monotone voice that always creeped Citreal out.

" T-thank you, my lord! We were actually just about to extract the information from we need from the soul gem."

" Where are you located currently?"

" We're in front of Argenti's home right now."

" Get the information we need from that gem. I'll be over shortly."

Secret Passage

" Make sure everything is set up properly! We want to have it perfect for her arrival," Fructus said.

He was watching Coxit direct some Ice Golems to set up tables and food for Motum's arrival in the throne room.

" I will see to that, your majesty. When will she be arriving?"

" Shortly. How is the ship coming along?"

" Very well! As a matter of fact, we were able to use the metal from Nixy's home to finish repairing it. The metal from those savage's weapons helped as well."

" Excellent! Less work for when she shows up."

Loud banging interrupted their conversation.

Coxit ordered the Ice Golem's to check out. Moments later, they heard the sound of blasters, followed by the Ice Golems screaming.

" We're under attack!" Coxit said.

" What was your first clue?! Go see who it is!"

Coxit peeked out of the room briefly. Then ran back to Fructus.

" More outsiders! They won't be able to hold them off much longer."

" Seriously?! They can regenerate!"