Chapter 184: Time of Compromise

Days stretched into what felt like an eternity within the Nexus Prime control room. Silence hung heavy in the air, broken only by the soft hum of the monitoring equipment. The delegates, their once-vibrant melodies tinged with worry, awaited any update from the observers on the Krell-occupied reality. "This wait is agonizing," Dr. Va'lor finally confessed, her voice tight with anxiety. "What if the Krell decided to make an example of Xylo and his team? What if..." Thalo, ever the stoic leader, raised a hand, silencing her. "We must remain hopeful, Doctor," he rumbled. "Xylo is a skilled diplomat, and his empathic abilities could prove invaluable in swaying the Krell." Lyra, her once-bright melodies flickering with uncertainty, chimed in. "But what if their message of peace falls on deaf ears? The Krell are a warlike species. Will they be swayed by words alone?" Just then, a flicker of activity on the holographic map caught their attention. A data stream pulsed from the