Author's Note: Unedited Chapter
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The lead scientist pointed to the holographic display. "Our sensors have detected a massive concentration of the pollution moving through space. It's on a direct course for our planet. Our models predict that it will arrive within a few centuries, and this time, it will be at least ten times more powerful than before."
Fraumbultin the 51st's expression hardened. "We must find a way to stop it," he said. "Our people have endured too much to be destroyed now. It's a good thing we have enough time to prepare."
The scientist nodded. "We've been analyzing the data, and it appears that the matter has become more volatile and aggressive. It's as if it has a purpose."
Gustav felt a chill run down his spine as he watched the scene. "It is specifically targeting Humbad? But last I checked, it didn't have consciousness."
