Extracting the Codex of Life

"My dear nephew, I'm very glad to see you step forward on your own." General Zod stood at the entrance to the warship in his black armor, a genuine smile appearing on his face. He was pleased that Jor-El's son had come to him voluntarily. Not only could he obtain the Codex of Life, but perhaps he could even bring this nephew under his command. After all, he was Jor-El's son. At the very least, he possessed superior genes. Whether Clark lived or died was something to consider later.