1460 The Watcher Intervenes (1/2)

”I gather that you've absolutely no idea who they are and what they are doing here,” Theon said, summarizing Jiang Fei's explanation.

”Correct. Anyway, for the meantime, I would like to invite you to my humble abode,” Jiang Fei suggested invitingly.

For now, the truth shall remain hidden behind the veil. There were things that not even his master could comprehend about the invaders.

”I accept the invitation. However, I will take my leave soon to investigate the aliens myself,” Theon answered.

”Master, about your… ride.” Jiang Fei gawked at the planet-sized Ultralisk.

”I'll leave it here,” Theon said. He of all people knew just how unnatural it was for an Ultralisk this size to be amongst others.

A bright light flashed and both Jiang Fei and Theon were teleported back to Turandot. Teleportation of such degree was nothing but an easy feat for Theon.

”Can I serve you anything?” Jiang Fei asked as he arranged an empty room for his master. There was literally no one left on Turandot except his own men. Empty rooms were everywhere and a few were left unkempt.

”Gather everything you have on the aliens and send me a copy. The more detailed, the better,” Theon requested him.

”At your service, my master. Please wait for a bit. I will prepare them now,” Jiang Fei said and left the planet to board the commander's ship of the Fifth Hybrid Fleet.

…

”Huh?! Commander Jiang Fei? Where have you been?” one of the captains asked.

”Why am I obligated to inform you of my whereabouts?” Jiang Fei hummed as he glared at the captain ominously. The scar on his forehead opened slightly and a dimmed black light glowed for a second.

”Huh? Why would I say such a thing?” Jiang Fei came to his senses immediately after uttering such words. He knew that he had been momentarily hijacked by the black malice. However, by the time he took notice of its effect the black matter noticed it and had disappeared without a trace. His forehead returned to normal.

”Shit…” Jiang Fei sighed.

This thing inside of him was probably not a ticking-time bomb but a bomb nevertheless that exploded at random times. That worried him. A lot. Problem was, he could never find it on his body. There was no way for him to isolate it. For now, perhaps… hopefully…

”Sorry about that. I need you to gather and consolidate every bit of information we have on the Alpha Sector phenomenon. I need them fast,” Jiang Fei ordered.

A higher ranking officer of the fleet came and took the responsibility. Everyone was wary about Jiang Fei's sudden behavior and was careful to tread light around him.

Jiang Fei fled the bridge and into the walkway. When he was alone, he let out a long sigh.

”We meet again, Jiang Fei.”

”You are?” Jiang Fei said. Although he recognized the man, he could not remember his name nor the reason why would he say ”again.”

”Forgive my appearance. It is me, Velon, the Watcher.”

”What are you doing here?” said Jiang Fei as he averted his gaze. There were so many problems brewing inside his head and he could not welcome another one. Based on previous encounters, a Watcher making his presence known to Jiang Fei never was beneficial.