Warhammer: Black Emperor

Chapter 79 The Common Choice of the Vostroyan Warriors
After the officers left, Nimrod called Howard and others in and stared at everyone.

"You now have a chance to become a superhuman being."

"I think you already know what they are called. They are called Astartes, extraordinary warriors."

Howard and Bukayo seemed to be thinking about something, while the fighting spirit was burning in the eyes of "fighter" Thierry.

When Nimrod saw this, he knew that they could not clearly distinguish between the Beyonders and the Astartes, so he used his telepathic ability to send a thought pulse to everyone.

Over the years, Nimrod examined the potential and loyalty of all the group leaders and trained them to become extraordinary people in different paths.

"I have given you the ability, and you must understand it, know its true meaning, and truly practice it."

He explained the "acting method" in a cryptic way and then continued.

"You can't afford a huge change all at once. You have to proceed step by step. Although the improvement is relatively slow, the upper limit in the future will be higher."

Nimrod only told them part of the reason, the other part was that he needed to collect potion materials.

Finding potion materials in the vast galaxy is countless times more difficult than finding them on a planet.

He continued to send thought pulses to everyone: "I have given you different abilities, not limited to combat."

"The Astartes' transformation is centered around combat, and the transformation of their brains and other aspects is also intended to enhance their combat capabilities."

"He will allow you to quickly improve your combat power, which is something I can only achieve by giving you abilities that have been upgraded several times."

Nimrod said vaguely that he was still unsure how many sequences would be needed for a path like the "Twilight Giant" that focused on combat power to have combat power comparable to that of the Astartes, not to mention other paths that were not specialized in combat.

"Besides rapidly increasing your combat power, becoming an Astartes has another benefit. After your transformation, you will have a lifespan of thousands of years."

Before being promoted to a higher sequence, the lifespan of Beyonders was shorter than that of Astartes.

By transforming into Astartes, the Beyonders will have more time to advance.

Nimrod finally stated the cold truth in a serious tone.

"It is best to begin Astartes transformation during childhood, but even then there is a risk of transformation failure."

"All of you are past the optimal age, and the chances of dying during the remodeling surgery are much greater."

"Furthermore, once you are transformed, you will have no chance to rest. What awaits you is an endless war."

"So," he emphasized again, "I hope you will seriously consider this."

"This time, I'm giving you the opportunity to make your own choice. You can make your own choice based on your heart."

"Not only you, but also the soldiers under your command. I give them the right to choose."

Nimrod said from the bottom of his heart that they had followed him all the way, and he hoped that in the future he could lead them to establish their own kingdom.

But Nimrod did not want to force them this time. The population policy he implemented had begun to show results. The legion was able to recruit children from Vostroya. The Primarch decided to give them a chance to choose for themselves as a reward for their achievements.

As Nimrod finished speaking, Thierry said decisively.

"My king, I am willing to undergo the transformation surgery. Even if I die, I will never regret it."

"Me too."

Howard, Bukayo and Szczesny spoke almost at the same time, and then Rawlslev and others also reacted.

Nimrod's eyes swept over Rawlslev and Szczesny. They were the most likely to fail in their transformation, as both were nearly forty years old.

Rawlslev has the lowest potential among everyone. He can become the leader and a "warrior" only because he is the most capable among those who have followed him since he was in the lower nest.

Nimrod didn't offer any further warnings. He could clearly sense the unwavering resolve of everyone, radiant within their souls. No one would give up, and any further warnings would only cast a shadow over their hearts.

Now was the time to give them encouragement. The Primarch stepped up to Szczesny and patted him on the shoulder with his big hand.

"I believe you can endure the baptism of transformation surgery and usher in a transformation."

At the same time, Nimrod's mind seeped into the blue mind gate of the "Sailor", leaving a hint in his mind.

"You will definitely pass the genetic surgery!"

For the first time, Szczesny truly felt Nimrod's concern, and he spoke excitedly.

"I won't let you down."

Nimrod then gave the same encouragement to everyone one by one. Every time he encouraged them, he used his "extraordinary eloquence" and implanted the same suggestion in the minds of each of them.

After several years of study, he has become a master of psychic powers in the spiritual realm, and the psychic powers and skills he can mobilize surpass those of a master of the mind.

He didn't feel a bit tired as he implanted his thoughts into the minds of the thirty-nine group leaders.

Among the crowd, even the most perceptive "Midnight Poet" Bukayo did not notice the Primarch's actions. They only felt that after Nimrod's encouragement, their faith became stronger.

Nimrod looked around at the crowd, and after sensing their conviction, he nodded with satisfaction.

"Now, your mission is to inform your soldiers of the transformation and the risks involved, and to confirm those who are willing to undergo the transformation surgery."

"Remember, don't force anyone, no matter how much you think highly of their talent. I give them the right to choose freely."

Everyone obeyed the order, took their leave, and returned to carry out Nimrod's orders.

----

Vostronia, Paragon City, the second tallest nest tower is the Ward family nest tower.

On the night shift, Howard handed the data pad to the butler Kaminsky.

"Follow the above property distribution plan and divide the property among my six children. The title of Earl will be inherited by my eldest son, Fabian, when he comes of age."

"Sir," Kaminsky said with tears in his eyes, "please reconsider this."

"No need to think about it anymore. I have made up my mind. From now on, the Ward family affairs have nothing to do with me. I will follow my Lord."

At the same time, in the Cradle of the Sea, Szczesny frowned and looked at the bronze-skinned captain of the Fourth Company in front of him.

"Joseph, you are already forty-four years old. It is very risky to undergo reconstructive surgery."

"Master Captain, you are almost forty years old now, and you have decided to undergo reconstruction surgery."

"I've already given birth to two children, continuing the Martinez family's bloodline," he said, his eyes sparkling. "I also want to become a superhuman warrior, following in Lord Nimrod's footsteps and journeying to the stars."

----

On the Sawtooth, Nimrod received reports from the various group leaders.

He was shocked to find that except for the five regiments that remained stationed in the Crystal Illusion, the other twenty-nine regiments, totaling 73,311 people, all chose to undergo transformation surgery.

The Primarch randomly selected three people from each regiment, communicated with them, and confirmed with his superhuman perception that they were all volunteers.

[The warriors under my command have all chosen to follow me.]
Just as Nimrod was moved, a fleet jumped out of the void, its flagship was a warship built in the 22nd millennium.

That era was the golden age of mankind.

(End of this chapter)