Self-preservation

Colonel Norrett and Major General Arngan didn't use that chance to escape. They weren't sure where the following exchange would happen, so moving was dangerous. Also, they couldn't miss out on a battle between two evolved warriors. The opportunity was simply priceless for soldiers at their level.

However, the reality was quite grim. Colonel Norrett and Major General Arngan could see everything happening in the battle, but following and understanding it was challenging. If anything, most of what landed in their vision was utterly illogical.

Khan was too fast, too overbearing, and too powerful. He had merely delivered kicks and slashes, often failing to touch Miss Christen's directly. Still, each of his attacks carried a destructive force that Miss Christen couldn't oppose, leading to her body seemingly splitting and opening on its own.