CHAPTER 42: LEAVING EARTH

"Nova Military School?"

"Who is this gentleman, Grandfather?" Camilla asked, curious about Torin’s identity.

Being protected by an unfathomable transcendence, they wondered who he was.

"This is Torin, a Tier 1 Scientist under the Nova Government."

"Tier 1 Scientist?"

"A Tier 1 Scientist is equivalent to a Void General in terms of status. Torin’s main area of study was the genetic potions that could evolve a first-generation human."

Hearing a barrage of information, Nash’s mind began working in overdrive, analyzing every bit of information.

Nova Military School, Tier 1 Scientist, Void General, Genetic Potion, evolution of first-generation humans...

Seeing their puzzlement, Arthur only laughed.

"A Void General is the third rank after the Void Warrior and Void Commander."

"As for Tier 1 Scientists and information about first-generation humans, you will learn more once you attend the Nova Military School."

"Go to Nova Military School? No, it’s too far away," Charlotte complained, not wanting to be away from her family and friends.

Elijah and Camilla also grew silent, having the same thoughts as Charlotte.

"You don’t have a say in this. You must step into a wider world if you don’t want to be mediocre."

"Then can we at least stay here for a while?" Elijah asked.

He still wanted to free Earth from Arleanian rule.

Once they won in the cosmic competition, Earth would gain its independence.

No matter which family, organization, or civilization, no one could touch Earth under Chronos Law.

"Unfortunately, you can’t. I will leave this planet in a few hours at most, together with your grandfather."

Entering a private territory was already stepping out of bounds.

Staying longer might incur the attention of those guardians from above.

"Then can you free Earth? With your status, it shouldn’t be difficult."

"Unless Earth becomes my property, I cannot impose any influence here." Torin shook his head.

Although scientists held exalted status, they were still bound by the Chronos Law.

Furthermore, the Arlean Civilization ruling over Earth had a War God in its midst, something even the reputation of a Tier 1 Scientist couldn’t intimidate.

"Is there another way?"

"Sure. As long as your grandfather becomes a Tier 1 Scientist, Earth will be protected under Chronos Law."

"Don’t worry. I should be able to become a Tier 1 Scientist in just a few years," Arthur said confidently.

He was only one step away from becoming a Tier 1 Scientist.

Arthur only lacked some advanced materials and results to prove his theoretical output.

After submitting his research to the Nova Journal, they even sent a Tier 1 Scientist like Torin to facilitate his experiments.

"Huh? Really?"

"What do you think of your grandfather? How could I joke about something like this?"

Realizing Earth was about to be freed, the people in the room couldn’t help but smile.

After hundreds of years of suppression, the news of their impending liberation brought enormous joy.

With no more burdens, they were also eager to explore the wider world.

"Can I take others with me?" Camilla suddenly remembered.

She was no longer alone in this world. Besides her family, she also had friends to look after.

"I’m afraid not. The three of you are sufficiently talented to enter the Nova Military School. As for the others..."

Although Torin didn’t say the rest, Amber and the others quickly understood, they were not considered talents.

"Impossible!" Camilla quickly denied it.

She could understand the others, but how could Nash not be a talent?!

"Captain..." Nash muttered, stopping Camilla.

Although he also wanted to go to this safe haven, Nash knew his talent.

If not for the runic space, he might never have become a Void Warrior.

"Can’t you just take them away from Earth?" Camilla still insisted.

"You underestimate me. Being able to take your grandfather away is because of his research talent. Being able to take you along is because I’m sure you can enter the Nova Military School."

"Beyond that, I would be offending the Arleanian Civilization and even those families of interest."

"But—"

"Camilla!" Arthur yelled, seeing his granddaughter still not yielding.

Being able to talk to Torin was already an honor. How could they ask for more?

"Captain, you don’t have to worry about us." Amber cheered.

"That’s right, Captain. You should pursue a better future!" Emily hurriedly nodded.

"Just don’t forget us when you get big, Captain," Hector added.

"You guys..."

"If you miss me, you can just contact me in the Virtual World," Nash joked.

"Hmph! I’ll contact you to death so you won’t have time to eat or sleep!"

Seeing the atmosphere lighten, the two children couldn’t help but join in.

"Brother, be sure to take care of yourself."

"Brother Nash, I’ll call you every day so Cousin won’t be able to!"

Saying their final goodbyes, they quickly began to prepare.

Using an advanced flying car, they returned to each of their residences, picking up memorabilia and relics important to them.

Seeing the insignia symbolizing the Nova Government, no ignorant rebels dared to stop them.

Finally, after a few hours of rushing, they arrived at the starship launch site in Astral City.

"Welcome back, Scholar Torin!"

"No need. I’m just here to pick up some people." Torin smiled, pointing at Arthur and the others.

"This—"

"Don’t worry. This is all in compliance with the Nova Government. Here are the documents."

"A prospective Tier 1 Scientist and three prospective students of the Nova Military School?"

"Is there a problem?"

"N-no, no. You are welcome to escort them to the Nova Planet. We wish you a safe journey."

What a joke—hindering a prospective scientist and students was seeking a death wish.

Soon, escorted by the Earth Horizon rebels, Torin and the others boarded their starship.

"You miss that brat already?" Arthur sighed, seeing his three grandchildren’s expressions.

"Slightly..." Charlotte unconsciously nodded.

Holding back her emotions, Camilla didn’t answer and looked blankly outside.

"What about you?"

"I’m not that superficial. I know I can meet Brother Nash soon. I’m just a little emotional leaving my home planet."

"Earth... Don’t worry. This blue planet will always be our home, always will be..."