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"Yeah, they're totally not on the same level as us anymore. That much is clear," Gibson muttered just loud enough for Urek and Berk to hear.
The two remained silent, but their faces reflected their agreement to his words.
Indeed, Nick and Pat aren't at the same level anymore. Whether they meant it or not, they exude a faint pressure as they approach, both figuratively and literally.
On the outside, nothing has changed. They still looked the same as they did all those years ago. Only, they look more stressed and exhausted. But in terms of sheer presence? Yeah, there had been an explosive change that cannot be ignored.
If they hadn't known these two personally and they weren't in the Human Council HQ, they would've thought that they were facing the Bug Empress in disguise.
"Urgh!!!" Patricia groaned. Her face crumpled as she plopped down in the chair next to them.
