Chapter 199: Echoes in the Static

Days bled into weeks within the Nexus-Krell Joint Research Facility. The air crackled with a nervous energy, a constant vigil for any sign of success, or failure, from the Krell resistance. Dr. Va'lor monitored every available data stream from the Krell Dominion, her antennae twitching with a mixture of hope and anxiety. "There's nothing yet," she reported, her voice heavy with disappointment. "No surge in dissent, no signs of the resistance's messages taking hold." Zara, her gaze fixed on the holographic display of the Krell Dominion, refused to give up hope. "It takes time," she argued, her voice firm despite the gnawing doubt in her heart. "Remember, they're operating in the shadows. One wrong move could spell disaster." Krax rumbled in agreement. "Patience is a virtue, young one. The seeds of rebellion, once sown, take their time to germinate." Lyra, her bright melodies shimmering with a hint of worry, chimed in. "Perhaps we need to refine our coded messages.