This imposing structure, capable of directly enhancing the combat experience of military units, had been positioned in the upper levels of the Hive City ever since Marcus won it in a lottery.
Furthermore, after the initial exploration and preparation phases, the Academy of Immortality had already acquired the true functions of a military academy.
Its purpose was to cultivate elite special forces, similar to the Tempestus Scions, as well as mid-to-high-level military officers.
However, due to the short timeframe, the first batch of soldiers and officers who entered the Academy of Immortality for advanced studies had not yet graduated, and thus, they had not yet joined the war against the Greenskins.
Gazing up at the magnificent academy, hundreds of meters tall, exclamations erupted from the crowd who had just disembarked from the assault ship.
"I wonder if we'll ever have a chance to go in."
Within the squad, some members whispered.
"I think you're dreaming; you should just stick to being a common soldier."
The other squad members rolled their eyes in response.
Just as Chris was about to lead his team members to the square in front of the Academy of Immortality for a unified report, an unexpected voice reached their ears.
"People still need to have dreams; perhaps after you earn merits, you'll have a chance to go in and study."
Chris turned his head and saw that it was Marcus, the mysterious Ishimura Captain, whom even he, an Ishimura crew member, had rarely seen.
"Ah! Planetary Governor!"
Compared to Chris, the other squad members were even more shocked, some verging on panic.
Their ingrained habits when facing Imperial nobles made them immediately kneel, not daring to look directly at the high and mighty Planetary Governor.
Moreover, the news of the Planetary Governor's personal appearance spread rapidly, from one to ten, and from ten to a hundred.
Other Avarax PDF Soldiers in the vicinity all knelt down.
Only the soldiers from the United Government and the ICA stood awkwardly in place, unsure whether they should follow suit.
Marcus, the subject of their reverence, shook his head and then spoke.
"By the name of the Planetary Governor of Avarax, I command you to stand up."
After receiving the Planetary Governor's direct command, the PDF Soldiers stood up somewhat hesitantly.
"You are all brave soldiers; you did not fear or retreat when facing the enemies of humanity, and there is even less need for you to kneel before me."
Of course, Marcus knew that a mere slogan could not instantly change the long-standing habits ingrained in the residents of Avarax.
To completely eradicate the various shackles that the Imperium of Man had imposed on the residents of countless planets over the past ten thousand years would require a very long period of educational work.
Perhaps it would take several generations to truly take effect.
After a slight sigh in his heart, Marcus applied Psionics to himself, then ascended into the air and flew towards the Academy of Immortality.
"You're making quite a scene."
Alexia, who had arrived at the entrance of the Academy of Immortality before Marcus, looked at the commotion in the square and commented.
"Who told you I was the Planetary Governor?"
Marcus shrugged, then pushed open the door and walked into the Academy of Immortality.
Compared to when it was first summoned half a year ago, the interior of the Academy of Immortality had undergone significant changes.
The previously empty academy was now bustling with various types of students.
The origins of these individuals also varied; there were both local Avaraxians and those from the Resident Evil world.
Soon, the ICA might also send people here to study various war courses.
"It's the Planetary Governor and Principal Alexia!"
As soon as they entered, a student noticed the two of them.
The news spread quickly, and soon, more than half of the academy's population was drawn over.
"You're the principal? I just found that out now."
Marcus looked at Alexia beside him in confusion.
"Just an honorary principal; the true management of the academy is handled by the 'Academy Council,' which is composed of all the teachers."
Alexia explained to Marcus while calling over academy staff to disperse the surrounding students.
Following that, the two of them took a stroll around the academy as if on a leisurely walk.
In fact, it was mainly Marcus's impromptu idea to observe the current situation of the Academy of Immortality. As an honorary principal, Alexia occasionally came to the academy to give some public lectures to the students.
However, her main topics were not military courses, but rather management courses.
After touring the academy's interior, the two arrived at Alexia's principal's office.
"How are the preparations for the parade progressing?"
"It's almost done. According to the report, the outdoor venue will be ready in a few more hours."
Marcus pulled back the curtains and looked at the huge square outside the academy.
At this time, a large crowd had already gathered around the square, including soldiers from various worlds and Hive City civilians who had come to watch the excitement.
Marcus, with his keen eyesight, also spotted some Adeptus Mechanicus personnel dressed in distinctive red robes.
Outside the window, a small spaceship bearing a clear Adeptus Mechanicus symbol slowly descended.
"It seems our guest is about to arrive."
Without making Marcus and Alexia wait long, Biological Magos Halifax soon appeared in the office.
"Planetary Governor of Avarax, you said you would have something that interests me."
Followers of the Omnissiah are always straightforward and to the point.
Halifax had appeared in person because not long ago, Marcus had proactively contacted him, stating that he would have something that he, as a Biological Magos , could not refuse.
Only Marcus, Alexia, and Halifax were in the room.
All other lower-ranking individuals had exited and completely closed the door.
"Tech-Priest Halifax, how much do you know about Catachan?"
Marcus spoke first.
"A green hell, the most notorious and deadliest death world in the galaxy."
Halifax said in a slightly mechanical voice.
As a Biological Magos , he had personally visited Catachan many times to study the various miraculous and deadly animals and plants found there.
"You should know that the planet Catachan itself possesses a certain planetary consciousness."
Marcus continued.
"Some Magos in the Adeptus Mechanicus have proposed this hypothesis, but it has not been confirmed."
Halifax shook his head.
"Speak directly, Planetary Governor of Avarax."
Marcus nodded and immediately handed a paper document to Halifax.
It contained some research data on the planetary consciousness of Pandora in the Avatar World, known as Holy Mother Eva.
After scanning the document at a rapid speed, Halifax said in a deep voice.
"I need the location of this planet, now."
As a Biological Magos , Halifax knew better than anyone the immense value of such a planet, or rather, the value of Holy Mother Ewa.
"Calm down, Tech-Priest."
Marcus did not answer Halifax directly; instead, he asked him about his views on the current Imperium of Man.