"Kurtis Perry? Who is she?" Joshua asked, his curiosity piqued by the unfamiliar name.

  [Master, she is one of the most capable individuals in the Immortal World] Nexus replied.

  [Kurtis Perry is a strategic genius with a proven track record in both diplomacy and warfare. Her tactical acumen is good, and she possesses a rare blend of strength and wisdom. She's a natural leader, one who can unite people under a common banner and could make do with the resources at hand]

  [I suggest leaving the development of the Immortal World to her] Nexus gave a suggestion.

  Joshua leaned back in his chair, stroking his chin as he considered Nexus's words.

  It was true that he had devoted most of his attention to the Terra and Di Worlds, leaving the Immortal World somewhat neglected. He had placed sleeper agents across various factions, hoping to keep an eye on the political landscape, potential threats and collect knowledge on cultivation, but had not yet fully invested in establishing a strong presence there. The idea of a leader like Kurtis Perry intrigued him.

  "Very well, Nexus," Joshua said, nodding his head in agreement.

  "Let them lead their respective worlds. I trust your judgment."

  With that, he handed over the reins of power to the four leaders, granting them the authority to make decisions in his stead. Mei Chi, Isabelle, Artemisia, and now Kurtis Perry - each chosen for their unique qualities and proven capabilities. They would be the foundation upon which he would build a new era of prosperity.

  ---

  Weeks passed as the time churned with new life, new hope, and new challenges in each respective worlds.

  Meanwhile, in a secret research facility nestled in the heart of Escalar on Terra, Kane Colson a materials engineer worked tirelessly.

  His eyes burned with a fiery determination as he pored over blueprints and prototypes, his mind racing with the potential of his latest discovery.

  With the knowledge of Runes provided by Nexus, Kane had managed to create a miniature nuclear fission device, a technological marvel that could revolutionize resource and power generation alike.

  The device hummed quietly in the center of the lab, a testament to the power of human innovation and the ancient magic that had been woven into its very core. It was a delicate balance, one that required Kane's precision engineering and the AI's unparalleled understanding of the mystical symbols.

  It was said that the rune knowledge imparted by Nexus was none other than the creation of the elusive master Joshua himself, a testament to the depth of wisdom that lay within the Lord's mind.

  Yet, truth be told, the very essence of the runes that help create the new technology was a side product from the revelation that had come to Joshua during his process of creating his own cultivation art.

  Back then the frenzy energy of the [VOID] was not something that could be harnessed by mere mortals, but in the depths of his mind, he had discovered a way to manipulate it, to bend it to his will after he is strengthen by new realm and increase metal capacity.

  It was a revelation that had come to him in a flash, like lightning from a clear sky. The [VOID], a place of infinite potential and chaos, had become the lifeblood of his new cultivation art.

  The modified runes that he had created could now be replicated across all the worlds he had come upon. It was a revelation that had the power to change the balance of power in each dimension.

  "19, send a message to Isabelle Mower," Kane instructed his personal AI, named 19, his voice filled with excitement.

  "Tell her I've made a breakthrough with the fission reactor. It's fully operational and ready for inspection."

  [Understood] 19 sent the message, and shortly after, the lab's comms buzzed to life with an incoming call from Isabelle Mower.

  Her voice was crisp and urgent.

  "Kane, I've received your report. You're to come to my office immediately. Bring the data with you."

  The message from 19 was clear and direct, leaving no room for doubt. Kane Colson, heart racing with a mix of excitement and nerves, gathered his files and the prototype data of the miniature nuclear fission reactor. He knew Isabelle Mower was not one to be kept waiting.

  Making his way through the labyrinthine corridors of the research facility, Kane couldn't help but marvel at the rapid pace of their progress under Isabelle Mower's leadership.

  The Terra world was flourishing under her guidance, and the technological advancements they had made were already surpassing the achievements of other nation in the world.

  As he entered Isabelle Mower's office, he found her in a deep discussion with Dr. Adrian Castellanos, the medical director of the research facility. The doctor's face was etched with concern, his eyes flicking from a holographic medical report to Isabelle's stoic expression. The room was filled with an air of tension that made Kane's heart skip a beat.

  "Please take seat, Kane," Isabelle Mower said, her voice calm yet firm as she gestured to the chair opposite her desk.

  Her eyes never left the medical report hovering in the air, the gravity of the situation evident in her tightened grip on the armrests.

  Kane complied, setting his files down carefully as Isabelle continued, "We have a new project for you, one of the utmost importance. Your AI has informed me of your breakthrough with the fission reactor. It's impressive, and we need to focus our efforts elsewhere."

  Isabelle gestured to the holographic display that had been dimmed in her hand, and it flared to life, revealing the blueprints for an intricate suit of power armor.

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  The design was unlike anything Kane had ever seen, a blend of high-tech materials and ancient runic inscriptions that seemed to pulse with an inner life of their own.

  "This is the new project," Isabelle announced, her eyes shifting from the blueprint to Kane.

  "We need a power source capable of sustaining this armor for extended periods. Given your success with the miniature fission reactor, I believe you are the perfect candidate for this task."

  "Is this a power armor for our citizen?" Kane's voice was filled with a mix of awe and apprehension as he took in the details of the blueprints.

  Isabelle nodded solemnly. "Yes, and not just any citizen. This is for the Hydra Knights Order. We need to ensure that the 'Blood Knights' can operate efficiently in the most extreme conditions, and that requires a power source that won't fail them when they need it the most."

  The mention of the Hydra Knights Order piqued Kane's interest. He had heard whispers of the fearsome warriors that served under Isabelle's command. Each knight had been transformed by the [Bloodline Seed] into a super soldiers of immense power, capable of standing against the mightiest of foes.

  There are currently four knight orders that stand as the vanguard of the four worlds under Lord Joshua's protection: the Blood Wolf Knights Order from the world of Di, the Hydra Knights Order from Terra, the Dragon Knights Order from the Immortal World, and the Chimera Knights Order from the Mageck world.

  "Ohh yes, I almost forgot to tell you that Nexus will be overseeing the project," Isabelle added, as if it were a mere afterthought.

  Kane felt a sudden chill run down his spine at the mention of the AI's involvement. It was well-known that Nexus is the personal AI of the Lord, Joshua Carter. He had never met the AI before, and the thought of being under its scrutiny was both exhilarating and terrifying.

  "Understood, I'll get to work immediately," Kane replied, his mind already racing with ideas.

  Isabelle nodded and dismissed them both with a wave of her hand. As they stepped out of her office, Dr. Adrian Castellanos offered a warm handshake to Kane.

  "Congratulations on the fission reactor," he said with a genuine smile. "I'll be looking forward to working with you."

  Kane felt a strange mix of pride and anxiety as he nodded, his mind racing with questions.

  "But I thought your expertise was in clinical expertise. How can you help with the power armor?"

  "You'd be surprised, Kane," Dr. Castellanos replied with a knowing smile.

  "The creation of the 'Blood Knights' was a project of biological enhancement that I participated in. Their training and performance data will be invaluable in tailoring the power armor to their specific needs and capabilities."

  The doctor's words hung in the air, hinting at a deeper connection between the two projects than Kane had initially thought. He looked at Adrian with newfound respect, realizing the extent of the man's involvement in the advancement of Terra's military might.

  Kane was ecstatic, his mind racing with questions about the 'Blood Knights'.

  He couldn't help but ask Dr. Castellanos, "How powerful are these knights? And is it possible for me to become one?"

  The doctor's smile grew as he replied, "The 'Blood Knights' are indeed powerful, Kane. Their physical capabilities are almost beyond human comprehension. However, their purpose is clear - they are the embodiment of warfare, engineered for battle and not for people like you who are researching and crafting wonders. Becoming one of them would mean leaving your research life behind, as their minds are honed for combat, not innovation."

  "Ah, I see," Kane nodded, feeling a slight pang of disappointment but understanding the necessity of specialization.

  "But wait I had seen these people participate in the scientific research, aren't they also capable of such tasks?"

  "Ah, yes," Dr. Castellanos chuckled, "You're referring to the 'Noble Knights'. They are indeed capable of research and production. However, their role is vastly different from the 'Blood Knights'. While the 'Blood Knights' are engineered for combat, the 'Noble Knights' are a class apart. They possess a balance of both martial prowess and intellectual acuity that is quite extraordinary. Each 'Noble Knight' is a master of multiple fields, a veritable polymath. They can navigate the intricacies of both the battlefield and the research lab with equal ease."

  The revelation intrigued Kane, and he couldn't help but probe further.

  "What is the difference between the two, exactly?"

  Dr. Castellanos leaned against the corridor wall, his eyes twinkling with amusement.

  "Ah, Kane, you're eager to learn. It's refreshing."

  He took a deep breath before explaining.

  "The 'Blood Knights' and 'Noble Knights' are indeed both enhanced by the genetically modified. However, their purposes are as different as night and day. The 'Blood Knights' are bred for the art of war, their cognitive abilities honed for strategy and tactics. Yes, they have enhanced mental capacities, but their intelligence is specialized, tailored for the battlefield. They can calculate and analyze situations with unparalleled speed, making them formidable opponents. But when it comes to the nuances of research and invention, their minds are akin to a hammer to a sculptor's chisel - powerful but lacking in finesse."

  Kane nodded slowly, taking in the doctor's words. It was a sobering thought, realizing that his own path was set apart from that of the knights he had idolized.

  "Then could I be transformed into a 'Noble Knight' instead?" Kane inquired, his curiosity piqued by the mention of their broader capabilities.

  "Ah, Kane, the creation of a 'Noble Knight' is not a simple matter," Dr. Castellanos said with a gentle shake of his head.

  "It is a process that Lord Joshua himself oversees. The secrets of their creation are guarded closely, known only to him. The 'Noble Knights' are not just enhanced warriors; they are the embodiment of perfection in every aspect. Their minds are not merely sharpened for combat; they are expanded to encompass the full breadth of knowledge and wisdom. Their intellect is so vast that they can best and surpassed even todays scientists."

  Kane was further disappointed by the revelation that he could never become a enhanced person. Dr. Castellanos seemed to sense his inner turmoil and decided to share more information about the knights.

  "The 'Noble Knights' are indeed magnificent creations," the doctor began, his tone sober. "They are the epitome of what we strive for. But let me be frank with you, Kane. They are as much a product of science as they are of the human desire for perfection. And with perfection comes a cost."

  Kane's curiosity grew as he listened intently to Dr. Castellanos's words.

  "In my personal opinion," Dr. Castellanos continued.

  "They are more than human, yet less than we are," Dr. Castellanos said, his eyes lingering on the image of an 'Noble Knight'.

  Kane nodded, understanding the gravity of the doctor's words. The 'Noble Knights' were indeed a marvel to behold. Their actions, though human, were devoid of the emotions that governed the lives of mortals.

  They were the pinnacle of genetic engineering, their every move calculated and precise that are comparable to a machine.

  Kane ask one last question, could the 'Blood Knights' procreate? Dr. Adrian Castellanos looked at him thoughtfully for a moment before answering.

  "Yes, Kane, the 'Blood Knights' are capable of reproduction," he said, his voice measured and calm.

  Kane's eyes widened with astonishment. "But how? they're so... different?"

  Dr. Castellanos nodded solemnly. "Indeed, they are. Yet, the essence of their humanity remains intact. The [Bloodline Seed] does not replace the natural human genetic code; it merely enhances it. They can still bear children, though the offspring may not inherit their parent's full abilities. The 'Blood Knights' are still human, Kane, in the most fundamental sense of the word. They feel, they love, they dream. Their enhancements are a testament to the potential of our kind, not a denial of our humanity."

  Dr. Castellanos, with his usual swift gait, led Kane through the gleaming corridors of the research facility, passing by other scientists and engineers who nodded in deference.

  "Alright we should be our on way," Dr. Castellanos said, patting Kane's shoulder with a firm grip.

  "I have a meeting with other researchers regarding the 'Blood Knights'. Why don't you get started on the power armor project? Nexus will be there to guide you."