The exchange in the command room had temporarily come to an end, and everyone returned to their respective posts.
The exchange between the two Inquisitors had also concluded.
Liang Bing grabbed Slaanesh by the arm and said quietly, "There are too many eyes and ears here. Your identity is far too sensitive, so you can't stay long. Come to my laboratory with me, and we'll complete the necessary review procedures while we're at it."
Guilliman immediately understood Liang Bing's intentions.
He likewise did not want Slaanesh's existence made public at this time. It would inevitably trigger unforeseeable panic and division within the Imperium.
He swiftly contacted Sanguinius, who was still en route back, through encrypted communications and briefly explained the situation.
On the other end of the line, Sanguinius fell silent for a moment before understanding Guilliman's concerns and agreeing to keep the matter confidential for now.
The group quickly left the noisy main command center and arrived at Liang Bing's laboratory, which possessed stringent isolation measures.
Naturally, Hilling personnel were present. On the Imperium of Man's side, only Guilliman entered with them—partly for confidentiality, and partly because he had other important matters to discuss with the Hilling side.
Liang Bing gestured for Slaanesh to stand on a circular scanning platform in the center of the room.
An invisible force field instantly enveloped her, and a more meticulous, in-depth scan than before began.
Puni stood silently watching throughout, leaving no possibility for any oversight.
DOOM stood not far from the platform with his arms folded. His icy gaze was almost tangible as it locked onto Slaanesh, making her feel like prey being watched by a savage beast from primordial times. Her scalp prickled.
Although she sensed that he did not seem to be a god, the suppressed, devastating power within