The process continued for nearly two hours.
During the earlier parts, Tyrus still had enough energy to laugh at whatever he was seeing or feeling inside the pod.
It didn't last, however.
There were moments when his entire body stiffened against the restraints, followed by others where his fingers twitched or his legs strained against the supports.
Hans observed everything from beginning to end. Eventually, Tyrus stopped reacting altogether.
The readings continued changing around him for several more minutes before gradually settling.
Then the lights around the pod dimmed.
A tone sounded from the control room.
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[ Personnel Integration Complete ]
[ Candidate Successfully Registered ]
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The transparent cover opened.
Tyrus remained unconscious inside.
The restraints around his wrists, waist and ankles released automatically. Several of the contacts attached to his body withdrew while others remained in place.
Then the entire padded platform beneath him moved.
