Chapter 40

Acknowledgement of the Philomons

Commander Quest gave a short speech at the main hall of the Military Headquarter. They had the media and the press ready for the announcement of the existence of Philomons, officially. The chief minister of the country, Sir Gaffar Azure declared that the Philomons to be treated equally with the rest of the humans. “… except taking part in the swimming contest. We’ll figure that one out,” he said and grinned. The hall was filled with ripple of laughter. Having the Philomons to join in the Navy was a conspicuous successful decision. The ceremony ended with the entire army stood up to swear an oath of allegiance.

Judah went up to Aamali and gave him a hug. “You did the right choice for your people, Mali,” he said to Aamali.

“Thanks,” Aamali smiled benignly, and holding Xara’s hand. Xara’s face shone with joy. It was a wonderful genesis of turnaround for her and her people.

The proposal