Free Web NovelChapter 135: When Nightmares Merge (2)
Shinon and Lova fought with all their strength and skill, their blades slashing through the air in a deadly symphony.
However, it became evident that they were outmatched by the Queen of the Insectoids. Her speed and agility surpassed their own; her attacks were precise and relentless.
The Queen’s insectoid features seemed to grant her an unnatural advantage, allowing her to anticipate their every move. She dodged their strikes effortlessly, countering with her own devastating blows.
Each clash of weapons sent shockwaves through the chamber, the force of her attacks threatening to overpower Shinon and Lova.
Despite their best efforts, Shinon and Lova found themselves on the defensive, desperately evading the Queen’s onslaught.
Their bodies bore the marks of her ferocious strikes, wounds that pulsed with pain. Blood stained their clothing, a testament to the severity of their battle.
Lova’s psychic abilities surged forth, attempting to restrain the Queen, but the hybrid creature quickly shrugged off the mental restraints.
She taunted them with a mocking smile, her voice dripping with disdain. "Is this the best you can offer? Pathetic."
Shinon’s grip tightened around his Blade of Chaos, determination burning in his eyes. He refused to give in to despair, even as he felt the weight of exhaustion weighing him down.
"You sure have a big mouth for an insect," he growled, his voice filled with defiance. "One pest control van is enough for the likes of you."
"Huh, I wouldn’t have expected anything wittier than that from your kind." The Queen shook her head, unimpressed by Shinon’s attempt to mock her.
"Bet you didn’t expect this either!" Lova screamed, pushing the Queen downstairs.
However, the Queen simply spawned a pair of wings and flew right back to the top. By this time, it was clear that the Queen wasn’t even fighting them seriously... she was just toying with her prey.
"Is that all?"
"Let’s go together!" Lova yelled, and Shinon followed suit.
They knew if they did not get rid of the Queen, every human in the city would be in danger of losing their lives.
With renewed resolve, Shinon and Lova launched a coordinated assault, their attacks a whirlwind of blades and psychic energy. They fought with synchronised precision, aiming to overwhelm the Queen with their combined strength.
But the Queen proved to be an elusive opponent, quickly slipping through their defences. Her attacks were relentless, swiftly bypassing Shinon and Lova’s defences.
Shinon gritted his teeth as the Queen’s razor-sharp claws tore through his flesh, leaving deep gashes in their wake. Simultaneously, The Queen targeted Lova before she could do anything.
Lova’s machete slipped from her grasp as the Queen’s forceful kick sent her sprawling across the ground.
Pain shot through her body as she collided with the reinforced walls, momentarily knocking the wind out. She struggled to regain her footing; her vision blurred as she was on the verge of collapsing for good.
As Shinon staggered, his blood mingling with the dirt beneath his feet, he clenched his fist. The fire of resilience burned within him, fueling his resolve. With a primal roar, he launched himself at the Queen, his Blade of Chaos gleaming in the dim light.
Lova, despite her temporary setback, channelled her psychic abilities. She focused on the Queen, determined to create an opening for Shinon. A surge of energy pulsed through her veins as she rose from the ground. freёweɓnovel.com
The Queen had already prepared to counter their assault. She anticipated their moves with uncanny accuracy, weaving through their strikes with almost supernatural grace. Her insectoid attributes granted her an advantage in speed and reflexes, enabling her to maintain the upper hand.
Shinon’s blade clashed with the Queen’s claws, each clash sending sparks flying into the air. He fought with all his might, his muscles straining against the resistance.
But the Queen’s strength surpassed his own, her blows overpowering his defence and driving him backwards.
Lova unleashed a surge of psychic energy, attempting to distract the Queen’s movements. But the hybrid creature was already aware of the extent of Lova’s power and dispatched her feeble attacks with ease.
Despite their determination, the fight was slipping from their grasp. Shinon and Lova were caught in a whirlwind of pain and desperation, their bodies pushed to exhaustion.
As they struggled to regain their footing, the Queen closed in, her eyes gleaming with malice. She revelled in their pain, savouring their weakened state.
"You are nothing," she hissed. "Weak and insignificant. I am the true power here."
She revelled in their pain, savouring their weakened state. But her arrogance would soon be met with a surprising twist.
"Are you sure about that?" Shinon smirked, a glimmer of confidence in his eyes.
He focused his energy, channelling the power of shadow within him. In an instant, a surge of soothing aura erupted from his being, enveloping him and Lova in a radiant glow.
The healing energy swept over their wounds, knitting flesh and bone, erasing the pain and weariness that had plagued them moments ago.
Their injuries faded away, replaced by renewed strength and vitality. The Queen’s smug expression faltered as she witnessed the miraculous recovery.
"What sorcery is this?" The Queen’s gaze narrowed, her surprise giving way to a cunning smile.
Her attention shifted from the chaotic battle to the potential prize standing before her. Shinon, the bearer of unique powers, had caught her interest.
"You possess an extraordinary power," the Queen purred, her voice dripping with curiosity and desire. "I have been searching for a suitable King who can help me further my cause. Join me willingly, and together we can reshape this world."
Shinon’s eyes narrowed as he assessed the Queen’s proposition. He knew the consequences of succumbing to her allure, the dark path it would lead him down. He could not allow his powers to be twisted for her nefarious purposes.
"Sorry to disappoint, but neither am I into Formicophilia nor necrophilia," Shinon shrugged before pointing at all the eggs around them. "Also, have some shame; your kids are watching you. What will they learn?"
The Queen’s face twisted into a malicious grin, her patience thin. "So be it. If you do not willingly join me, then I shall make you mine by force."
"...really? I didn’t think I was so popular these days." Shinon scoffed.
"Get your head out of your ass and focus!" Lova yelled at Shinon while trying to push the Queen back, but her attempts were in vain.
With a swift movement, the Queen lunged towards Shinon, her agile form instantly closing the distance between them.
Her claws swiped through the air, aimed at his vulnerable points, seeking to incapacitate and bring him under her control.
But Shinon was not taken by surprise. He had studied the Queen’s movements, anticipating her every strike.
As her claws neared, Shinon opened a small portal to this domain, summoning the essence of Darkwing, his loyal companion, to intervene. Darkwing materialised in a flurry of shadows, immediately rushing towards the Queen.
Within moments, Darkwing’s talons found their mark, tearing into her face with relentless force. A guttural screech escaped the Queen’s lips as Darkwing’s claws dug into her eyes. Her vision loss momentarily disoriented her, breaking her rhythm and weakening her assault.
Seizing the opportunity, Shinon launched his own counterattack. He closed in on the Queen, his Blade of Chaos gleaming with deadly intent. With each precise strike, he aimed for her vital points, exploiting the advantage Darkwing had created.
The Queen, though momentarily blinded, was far from defeated. She relied on her instincts and heightened senses, desperately defending herself against Shinon’s onslaught.
Now recovered from the disorienting effect of Darkwing’s power, Lova called upon her psychic abilities again, focusing her energy on the Queen. With a surge of mental force, she attempted to disrupt the Queen’s concentration, further hindering her movements.
But the Queen was relentless. She lunged toward Lova, snapping her arm in half, incapacitating her.
Watching her fall, Shinon pressed forward, his Blade of Chaos cutting through the air with deadly precision. Yet, despite his efforts, the Queen’s exoskeleton proved to be a formidable barrier, deflecting most of his blows. Just then, an idea hit Shinon like truck-kun.
"Lova, the eggs!" he called out, his voice laced with urgency. "We need to use them against her!"
Lova’s eyes widened with realisation, her psychic powers reaching the eggs. But she was too weak to do it by herself, and that’s when she saw Shinon lending her his strength by using shadows to assist her.
She willed the remnants to rise with concentrated effort, weaving her power with Shinon’s shadowy tendrils. Together, they formed an intricate web of energy, ensnaring the Queen within a pulsating cocoon of her offspring.
The Queen wanted to break out of the makeshift trap, but she couldn’t because she feared harming her children. Her insectoid form writhed and contorted, her fury evident in her snarls and hisses. But being blind, she couldn’t afford to act out.
"You... you dare!!!" The Queen screamed as Shinon struck her through the gaps within the web. "I will kill you!"
"Oh yeah? Worry about not killing your babies first."
