Why Did This Appear on My Computer?

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In fact, Inquisitor Jerome Serx came to the Forge World Galia only to investigate a Chaos Space Marine warband.

No matter how capable he was, or how much resentment he harbored towards the Space Marine, he wouldn't dare to vent his anger on the Ultramarines.

After all, the Ultramarines are not only the First Founding, but also the direct Chapter that Lord Regent Roboute Guilliman has ruled over Terra for seven thousand years.

If these people were to write an article, it would be an excellent thesis on the level of "My Lord Regent Father"!

The Inquisitor dared not go against them.

For some reason, after the battle, a new Ultramarines approached him and reported that the Ultramarines Chapter Second Captain was suspected of being corrupted by Chaos, requesting the Inquisition to investigate.

Serx: ".?"

Don't mess with it.

Bro, don't mess around.

Are you sure you want to file charges against him?

"Company Commander Titus has been corrupted by Chaos, Inquisitor Serx."

"Only those who have fallen into Chaos can be exposed to such intense Warp energy unscathed."

That's true, but are you really not going to consider reporting this to the Chapter Priest instead of leaving it to me to handle?

Corruption has broken out within the Ultramarines. Report this to the Battle Priest!

Why are you telling me this?

The Month of Shame had already happened once, and he didn't want to go through that again with the Ultramarines.

If things escalate and the other faction responds, their descendants could truly overwhelm the entire Imperium of Man!

In particular, the existence of Chapter Priest was already stipulated in the Codex Astartes. Unless there are widespread signs of corruption, the Inquisition will not deliberately interfere in the internal Chapter, especially First Founding, and even more so in the internal affairs of First Founding like the Ultramarines.

But the Ultramarines recruit insisted that Titus had been corrupted, and according to his account, it was indeed suspicious that he could come into such close contact with Warp energy.

This is really embarrassing.

What to do?

According to the Codex Astartes, contact with the chaotic energy of the Warp will corrupt one, so Space Marine must avoid direct contact with artifacts containing large amounts of Chaos energy and notify the Chapter's Librarian as soon as possible for destruction upon discovery.

But what about Titus?

As the newly appointed Second Captain the Ultramarines, he not only tore apart the Orks warlord leader on the planet, but also tore apart the Daemon Prince who had just ascended to demonhood using Chaos energy.

Finally, he overloaded the Chaos Artifact with his bare hands and used the overloaded Chaos Artifact to detonate the Warp Rift, thus stopping the Portal from expanding further.

Even after doing all of this, he was still alive and unharmed!

There wasn't a single trace of corruption on his body, and he returned to his unit smoothly, just like any other loyal Ultramarines.

He's practically a superman!

This is not something a normal human being could do; clearly, Company Commander Titus has been corrupted by Chaos.

Or is he naturally immune? — Of course not, the holy texts don't include any additional entry about immune groups other than the Blank.

There was no way the Inquisitor could refuse to accept the case given how outrageous the situation was and the fact that someone had reported it.

Ultimately, with the help of the small Black Templars Company accompanying him, he took away the man who possessed the combined magic resistance of all Ultramarines — Titus.

An entire century.

Throughout the next century, the Inquisitor tried countless cruel methods of torture to force Titus to submit.

Even an Ogryn could admit to being corrupted by Tzeentch under such intense criminal interrogation.

Yet it's as if they've never felt fear at all; there's absolutely no...

—Does this mean that Titus was actually innocent?

No!

So stubborn and defiant!

This further demonstrates that Titus was influenced by the power of Chaos; it was this strange Warp power that made him insist on not uttering a single word under torture!

Even though Inquisitor Jerome did not obtain any evidence as a result, the current situation left him no choice but to believe it.

She detained and tortured an Ultramarines Chapter without any evidence for nearly a century. If Ultramarines Chapter Master Calgar were to find out about this, it is unclear whether the Month of Shame incident would happen again.

But Inquisitor Serkes knew he had no way to escape.

"Seal him in Stasis Field and do not receive any inquiries from the Calgar Chapter Master in Star Language. Just pretend he has disappeared into the Warp."

"Damn it, how did the Imperium of Man end up in this mess?"

The moment the Stasis Field dissipated, Kasgar couldn't help but exclaim.

Corruption, inefficiency, and incompetence mean that when problems arise, the first thing they do is try to cover them up.

To imprison an Imperium war hero in this private prison without any charge, all for one's own wishful thinking, is tantamount to rebellion.

Sometimes it's no wonder that there's a constant stream of Space Marine defecting to Chaos, even though they know Chaos is worse, because not defecting to Chaos means death, or a fate worse than death.

(Actually, even if you vote for Chaos, these are the two options.)

"Cough! Ugh!"

With Kasgar's help, the moment the Stasis Field light dissipated, Titus's robust body collapsed to the ground, exhausted from the long interrogation, seemingly still panting heavily.

"How long are you going to hold out, Inquisitor! Who are you?"

Titus, who had been half-squatting and struggling to stand up, looked the other person up and down with suspicion.

He had never seen a Space Marine like this before.

The other person was even taller than him, and with his gleaming and magnificent armor, he looked like an ancient warrior from a book who had descended to earth once again.

"My Kasgar Sherlock, Chief Lord Commander of the Emperor's Children Legion."

And just as he had expected, the ancient warriors from mythology actually appeared before him.

That's the situation.

"As the Chief Lord Commander of the former Sons of the Emperor, female Primarch Fulgrim, I invite you to join me in the fight to save the entire Imperium of Man."

This time, Kasgar did not face his opponent with a false image, but instead wore his magnificent purple-gold Armor of Fate, removing his helmet to face the opponent directly.

"Hundreds of years have passed since the Forge World Galia, and the position of Second Captain of the Ultramarines has now been taken over by a newcomer named Cato Sicarius."

"And after my examination of Inquisitor Jerome Serx, I also found that he had committed serious acts of treason—he may have always believed himself to be a loyalist, but all his actions showed that he would destroy the entire Imperium of Man."

"During the investigation, we discovered a list of those who had been acquitted by the Inquisitor, and your name as the Second Captain of the Ultramarines was on it."

"That's right. The Ultramarines company commander has been accused of corruption, and they will be ashamed because of my crimes."

Titus clutched his head in frustration. Although he was no longer tormented by the Inquisitor, and freedom lay ahead of him.

But at this moment, Titus found himself unusually afraid to face his former acquaintances.

Or rather, after a long interrogation, even Titus himself began to doubt whether he was truly affected by Chaos.

He also had no way of explaining why he was able to come into close contact with the Warp explosion without being affected.

"No. Although I didn't find any requests from the Ultramarines in Serx's letters, I think they will also protest because of this unjust trial."

Kasgar certainly wanted to tell them that the Ultramarines Chapter had been asking the Inquisition about his whereabouts, but had not received a response for a long time.

But he was also worried that Titus would run back to Macragge and ask to rejoin the team without saying a word after hearing that the Ultramarines were still looking for him.

He's the only talent we've just recruited; we can't just let him get away like this.

Since there's no Ultramarines available for you to go back now, you might as well join Kasgar in rebuilding the Emperor's Children Legion, which would be a way to continue contributing to the Imperium of Man.

"I understand, but we—"

Titus looked around in bewilderment at the countless Astartes, mortals, Inquisitor, and even Xenos sealed within the Stasis Field.

"Are we just leaving like this?"

"And what about them? What exactly happened, Hero Kasgar?"

"I have no doubt about your identity. Your strength and courage prove that you are the brave warrior who protected us ten thousand years ago—but shouldn't we save them all before we leave?"

"No--"

Just as Kasgar was about to explain to Titus why he still needed to hide his identity and why he could only save Titus at this moment, the warning lights behind him flashed a dazzling red light.

[Beep beep beep—]

[Anomaly detected; unidentified individuals have breached the top-secret dungeon. Requesting strike team clearance to proceed.]

The Black Ship's defense system, or more precisely, Black Ship Machine Spirit, detected the abnormal passage signal, which appeared glaringly obvious in its code.

Kasgar's Psychic Flame can deceive machines, but they cannot deceive Machine Spirit.

"Wait? Hero Kasgar, how did you—you didn't just barge in here, did you?!"

Titus noticed that the other person was wearing an awkward smile.

"The Imperium of Man is currently in a state of internal turmoil, so I must keep a low profile." With that, Kasgar put his helmet back on.

"I need your strength, Titus. If you are willing, you will serve as my lieutenant as Nullus and work with me to rebuild the Emperor's Children Legion and eliminate all threats within Imperium."

"Of course, you can refuse me."

"However, in that case, you might need to explain to the Inquisitor yourself why you were released into the Stasis Field by the intruder."

"And in the end, you may never escape being judged as a heretic and bringing shame to the Ultramarines Chapter."

"I am not a heretic!"

Titus shouted anxiously, and he could even sense that it was a threat from the other party.

"I believe in you, Titus, and I also believe in your loyalty to the Imperium of Man and the Emperor, but the entire Imperium of Man has fallen into a morbid situation of mutual denunciation and exposure."

"You know this best, Titus."

Kasgar's words immediately silenced him.

As a proud Space Marine of the Imperium, he killed the invading Orks warlord leader in the Forge World, killed the leader of the rogue Space Marine warband who was ascending to demonic possession, and then detonated Chaos artifact to blow up Warp Rift.

From any perspective, he should be considered an undisputed hero of the Imperium.

But under the accusations of the Inquisitor and the newcomers to the Chapter, he, who was originally a hero, was forced to become the Inquisitor's prisoner and suffer torture.

Titus was certainly loyal, but that doesn't mean he had to bear these accusations that he shouldn't have to prove his loyalty.

Ta-da!

Kasgar could sense footsteps approaching them from above at an extremely fast speed.

Judging from their pace and speed, and the calculated weight of their armor, they appear to be an elite Astartes squad.

The troops on the Black Ship are on their way here.

"We must save humanity, whether it be the Xenos and Chaos outside, or these High Lords and Inquisitor who have gone mad."

"Good."

After a moment of contemplation, Titus slowly stood up, his gaze resolute.

"But if you have even the slightest selfish motive or intention to destroy the Imperium of Man, I will be the first to stop you."

"That day will not come, Lieutenant Nullus. Welcome to our ranks."

Kasgar extended his hand and shook it.

Ta-da!

The footsteps were getting closer and closer; it seemed the other party would soon be able to break down the door.

"Our identities must not be discovered by them yet. Prepare to teleport, Lieutenant Nullus."

"Psychic Power? But—"

"There are no 'buts', Lieutenant. Those fanatics will only see us as heretics. We must leave here immediately."

"But--"

Before Titus could finish speaking, a blue light enveloped the two of them.

Kasgar now possesses very strong Psychic Power.

Through these days of practice and familiarization, he naturally became more adept at controlling his own Psychic Power.

Especially short-range Psychic Power.

With just a flash of light, he could be teleported from the Black Ship docked in near-Earth orbit above the planet Kasgo to the Red Scorpions camp below.

Just like now.

Bathed in a faint, chilling light, Titus and Kasgar—

—Still standing in the same place.

They looked at each other in bewilderment.

Broken.

Kasgar forgot about this B- Titus —he's Magic Immunity!

It can't be transmitted.

The Psychic Power that had been so common since Kasgar awoke actually lost its function at this moment.

"Hero Kasgar, I may have been born this way."

Ta-da!

The footsteps outside were getting closer and closer; Kasgar could even hear how eagerly the people on this side were trying to rush into the Inquisitor's private cell.

There's no time!

Kasgar needs to repel the Space Marine squad while minimizing the exposure of his own forces and ensure the safe evacuation of Titus!

That's easier said than done!

The people who could serve as Serx' assistants in this Inquisition are very likely a squad of Space Marine from the Black Templars — Kasgar had previously seen these people when he infiltrated the Black Ship.

Black Templars, these are Black Orks!

Once they're caught up in the frenzy, how could they possibly listen to their own words?

"It seems that we have no choice but to use that method."

"I'm sorry, Your Emperor."

What do you want to do?

Titus asked Kasgar with some confusion.

He felt that the other person's tone was somewhat disappointed and sad.

—Are you still a little impatient?

"But they forced me into all of this."

Kasgar continued.

Immediately afterwards, a dazzling golden Guanghua shone throughout the entire Inquisitor's Prison.

"Who!"

"Ah!"

Where is this?

"Serx!!!"

As the designated special envoy of the Inquisition for the Badab War, Chief Judge Ferean slowly awoke from a bout of dizziness.

In his last memory, he was in his office reviewing documents when he suddenly felt dizzy and woke up to find himself in this place.

Where is this?

Chief Judge Ferean looked around and saw only the dissipating Stasis Field beneath countless golden Guanghua. It seemed that he, like the chaotic crowd, had also awakened from that Stasis Field.

Unconsciously, Chief Judge Ferean looked in the direction of the shimmering golden Guanghua, and saw that at the source and end of the light, there seemed to be a person, a tall and majestic being, standing on the other side.

That was the being that Chief Judge Ferean had longed to see through his endless prayers.

"My Lord?!"

At that very moment, Chief Judge Ferean saw the Emperor's true form under the Guanghua.

"My Lord."

Chief Judge Ferean was in tears.

That's the Emperor!

That's right, it's the Emperor—

The next moment, Chief Judge Ferean stood frozen in place.

Not moving at all.

How did you do that?

To the Magic Immunity Titus, it seemed as if Kasgar had merely flashed before everyone's eyes, before falling into an inescapable state of chaotic confusion.

Some covered their eyes with their hands; some turned their heads away; and some even shouted, "You are not Emperor!"

Amidst the chaos on the Black Ship, Kasgar successfully seized a shuttle and escaped with Titus from the Black Ship.

"What kind of witchcraft is this, my friend?"

This effect is far more powerful and terrifying than the magic of Chaos.

"Uh, I used some subtle tricks to make them believe my disguise."

Kasgar spoke in a deep voice from beneath his helmet.

"What on earth happened!?"

Confusion.

The entire Black Ship was thrown into chaos.

The Black Templars company commander, who rushed to the lower deck, discovered that everyone there had fallen into an indescribable state of self-isolation.

It was as if everything had been turned upside down, and they refused to talk about what had happened before.

"It is very likely an attack from Chaos Sorcerer. Investigate the monitoring equipment."

The Black Templars Company Commander reacted swiftly.

"No one in our strike team has revealed what they saw. We need to retrieve surveillance video footage from the scene to determine who is responsible."

We've found it!

That's right, the battle footage was preserved in the recording device of a Servitor in the passageway leading to the lower deck.

"The real culprit is very likely here."

The Black Templars silently uploaded it to its Thinker Array.

Then came a long silence.

Silence.

Still, silence.

Finally, he spoke.