Chapter 24 (1/2)

Jakod

Watching the video of the Tauri attack on the military installation the Genii leadership sat in stunned silence. To achieve this level of destruction the Genii would have had to utilize an atomic device. Somehow the Tauri had done this with some type of simple gas. The stunning realization of the military power their enemies possessed was frightening.

”When the Wraith cull worlds they at least leave survivors. This attack in terms of manpower was far more lethal and devastating than any Wraith culling. Are you telling me we are now at war with a race even more bloodthirsty than the Wraith?” asked Prenum, leader of the Genii people.

”We knew beforehand they were a formidable enemy. All this shows us is their willingness to commit unimaginable atrocities on the people of this galaxy. Their weakness is also evident in their willingness to only attack one world instead of all our worlds.” said Heiron, the confident although slightly misguided leader of Genii military forces.

”Before we proceed further we need more information on the enemies coming moves. Gather this from the far corners of the galaxy, by force if necessary. We will find out what we need to know. They may think their gas weapon is invincible, but they cannot drop such a weapon on us underground.” finished Prenum.

Atlantis

Stepping through the gate under armed escort was Todd. Quickly he was ushered to the conference room where sat Colonel Sheppard and Mr. Woolsey. Taking his seat, the sought after discussion began.

”You've accomplished much since your return to this galaxy.” said Todd.

”Todd, we're not here for small talk. You wanted to talk so talk.” said Sheppard.

”As you can see my use of the one you called Michaels research has paid great dividends. Those treated no longer require the need to feed on your race.” said Todd.

”You must be made aware of my government's level of apprehension regarding the use of that research. Michael didn't exactly endear himself to our endeavors in this galaxy.” stated Woolsey.