NOVEL NEXT Solo Leveling: I Am The Only Supreme With the Cheating System
Chapter 506: Battle For Survival 9: Humanity's Last Stand
[Back to Nia.]
CRACK!
BOOM!!
A cataclysmic explosion ripped through the mountain range, sending shockwaves that shattered the very air. Dust and smoke billowed outwards, a suffocating cloud that threatened to engulf everything in its path.
"Hold on?!"
Sheehan shouted, his hands tightening on the steering wheel. The Lexus screeched, tires protesting as he slammed on the brakes, bringing the vehicle to an abrupt, jarring halt. The Audis trailing behind followed suit, their occupants wide-eyed and terrified.
Nia, her expression a mask of grim determination, watched the approaching dust cloud. A frown creased her brow as she opened the car door and stepped out onto the ravaged terrain.
"Nia, what are you doing?!" Elara cried out, her voice laced with panic.
Ignoring the terrified cries of the travelers, Nia extended her hand to her side.
"Fafnir, emerge."
The very fabric of space shimmered and tore, revealing a portal of raw energy. From its depths, a magnificent phoenix, ten meters tall and wreathed in flames, materialized.
"Use, [Fire Wind]!"
Her command was firm, unwavering.
BOOM!!
Fafnir hovered before her, its eyes burning like molten gold. With a powerful flap of its wings, a torrent of fire and wind erupted, tearing through the dust cloud and dispersing it instantly. The collapsed mountain, now a jagged scar on the landscape, was laid bare.
"What force could possess such destructive power?" Nia murmured, her gaze fixed on the pulsating light that still emanated from the horizon.
"Haha! Miss Nia, you've saved us!"
"Yes, she's truly the best!"
"Miss Huntress is our savior!"
The travelers erupted in cheers, their voices filled with relief.
"Silence!" Nia commanded, her voice cutting through the noise like a blade. The crowd fell silent, their eyes fixed on her.
She turned her attention back to the distant light, her mind racing.
"Fafnir, investigate."
The colossal phoenix nodded and soared into the sky, its wings carrying it towards the source of the light.
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While Inside the Lexus, tension hung thick in the air.
BUZZ!
Sheehan and Elara turned to the car's radio, their eyes widening in alarm.
[Breaking News... The Monsters' Ruler is advancing towards Amerisa. All citizens are strongly advised to seek refuge within the game city. Log into your accounts immediately and remain within the city's boundaries. It is the only safe haven. For those who are not players, we implore you to create an account and enter the city. I repeat: Do not approach Amerisa. Proceed to the city.]
A wave of dread washed over Sheehan and Elara as they exchanged horrified glances.
DING!!!
Their AI bracelets vibrated, and the AI's voice echoed in the minds of every human.
"Hidden functions?" Nia, who had returned to the car, was stunned. The phrase hung in the air, heavy with unspoken implications.
"A hundred percent discount?" Nia repeated, her voice incredulous.
Still in disbelief, she raised her bracelet to her lips.
"AI, buy a Legendary-class sword that complements my stats."
< Acknowledged, Player Huntress.>
< Searching store...>
< Weapon selected, purchased, and transferred to your inventory.>
Nia flicked her wrist, and a magnificent flaming sword materialized in her hand. The blade pulsed with an inner heat, its handle cool to the touch.
"This... This sword costs six million in-game diamonds. And I obtained it for free?" She was still struggling to comprehend the situation.
AI next word shattered her reverie.
< Note: Items acquired during this period, such as pets and weapons, can be used in the real world. They will vanish upon entering the game city. >
< Note: All game functions have been temporarily suspended.>
"That's acceptable," Nia said, her voice firm.
WHOOSH!
She looked up to see Fafnir returning, its wings beating with renewed urgency.
"What transpired?" she demanded.
'Master... I strongly advise immediate withdrawal,' Fafnir responded telepathically, its voice laced with urgency.
"Withdraw?" Nia questioned, her confusion growing.
BOOM!!!
A colossal head, severed cleanly, hurtled through the air, landing with a sickening thud before them. Nia's eyes widened in horror as she recognized the head of a massive bear.
**GRRAAAAAAAAAA**
A chorus of monstrous roars echoed from the distance.
"Monsters! The light... it was a gate?!" Nia exclaimed, her blood running cold.
She whirled around to face the car.
"Father! Take Mother into the game!" she yelled, her voice filled with urgency. "What are you all waiting for?"
The travelers, their faces etched with fear, nodded frantically and logged into the game. Those without accounts scrambled to create them, their fingers flying across their bracelets. Within a minute, the road was deserted, leaving only Nia, her father, and the cars.
"Nia!"
Sheehan stepped out of the Lexus, his eyes filled with concern.
"What are you doing, Father? What about Mother?" she cried.
"Your mother is safe in our mansion within the game city. Your guild members are watching over her. I cannot abandon you here, not with those creatures approaching!" he said, gesturing towards the horde of green-skinned orcs marching towards them. Their red eyes glowed with malevolent intent.
**Heh-Heh-Heh! Food!**
The orc leading the charge tossed the severed leg of the bear to the side, its eyes gleaming with hunger.
"These... They are all Level 50 monsters. This means that gate is a..."
"...B-Rank gate. The weakest is Level 30, and the strongest... Level 60!" Sheehan finished, his voice grim.
"We cannot prevail against such numbers, Father. We must retreat," Nia whispered, and Sheehan nodded in agreement.
Sheehan produced a gray grenade from his game inventory.
The orc soldiers, numbering in the thousands, halted, their eyes fixed on the grenade.
"See you later!"
He smashed the grenade against the ground, and it exploded in a cloud of thick smoke, enveloping Nia, Sheehan, and Fafnir.
The orcs watched, stunned, as the smoke dissipated, revealing an empty space.
**.....?!**
The orcs looked up to see Fafnir soaring away, carrying Nia and Sheehan on its back.
**Hehehe... Come on.**
The orc leader grinned, and the horde resumed their march towards Amerisa.
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[Second City. Luncheon.]
Mika rose from her desk, her face etched with shock.
"This is dire. Even the AI is urging us to seek refuge in the game city." She turned to the five men standing before her.
"Proceed immediately. Ensure that every citizen is within the game city. Leave no one behind!"
"Yes, President Mika!"
The men nodded and departed, leaving Mika alone in her office. She sank back into her chair, a wave of exhaustion washing over her.
"This is overwhelming," she murmured.
"It seems someone is finding the burden of leadership challenging."
Mika sprang to her feet, her eyes widening as she saw the Founder perched on her sword outside the window.
"Founder?!"
She rushed to the window and threw it open.
The Founder smiled and entered the office, settling onto the couch. She gestured for Mika to join her.
"Come, dear. There is something I must convey."
Mika approached the couch and sat beside the Founder.
"What is it, Founder?" she asked, her voice tinged with curiosity.
"Mika, in the months since you assumed the presidency, Luncheon has flourished. It has grown stronger, more prosperous than ever before. It is a testament to your leadership." The Founder paused, a sigh escaping her lips.
"It is a cruel twist of fate that these monstrous gates have appeared now."
She continued, "The Founders of the five major cities have convened with the lords of the remaining twelve. They have reached a agreement: if we manage to survive this cataclysm, all the cities will merge with Amerisa."
Mika was rendered speechless. She blinked, her mind struggling to process the enormity of the proposition. "They agreed? The lords, I mean?"
"When their cities are teetering on the brink of annihilation, what choice do they have?" The Founder smiled gently, her hand reaching out to caress Mika's hair.
"I wanted to express my gratitude for your dedication. And I also wished to solicit your opinion. What are your thoughts on this merger? Should we proceed?"
Mika fell into a contemplative silence, her mind racing.
'A merger? With Amerisa? What would that mean for Luncheon?'
After a moment, she looked up at the Founder.
"I trust your judgment, Founder. I will abide by your decision."
"Splendid!" The Founder's smile widened.
Knock! Knock! Knock!
A sense of unease settled over the two women. They exchanged puzzled glances and turned towards the door.
"Enter!" the Founder called out.
BOOM!
The door exploded inward, splintering into a shower of wood fragments that scattered across the office. Goblins, their eyes gleaming with malice, surged through the shattered doorway, brandishing crude weapons.
The Founder reacted instantly, her hand flashing out. A surge of energy erupted from her palm, obliterating the goblins in a blinding flash of light. Dust motes danced in the air where the creatures had stood moments before.
Mika and the Founder exchanged horrified glances. They rushed to the window and peered down at the city below. Their eyes widened in disbelief and terror. Buildings were ablaze, and monstrous figures rampaged through the streets, attacking anything in their path. The sight of the chaotic city sent a chill through Mika's heart.
"How? Why didn't we sense their approach? This is impossible!" Mika exclaimed, her voice filled with panic.
The Founder lifted her gaze to the sky. Hundreds of meters above them, a figure hovered in the air. His red eyes, burning with malevolent intensity, surveyed the destruction below. A cruel smile played on his lips.
"That's Deimos! We must escape before he notices us!" The Founder's voice was urgent.
She stretched out her hand and shattered the window with a blast of energy. She then summoned her sword, which materialized outside the window, its size miraculously increased.
"Come on!" she shouted, grabbing Mika's arm.
She pulled the stunned Mika through the shattered window, and they landed on the enlarged blade.
Without hesitation, the Founder propelled the sword into the air, soaring towards the city's border.
Deimos turned his head towards them, his eyes narrowing. A sneer twisted his lips.
***There is no escape. Amerisa will be next.***
His voice echoed through the air, carried on the wind, as the monsters continued their rampage, engulfing the city in flames.
Mika looked back at the burning city, her heart heavy with sorrow. She sighed deeply.
"Don't despair, Mika. Everyone has received the alert. They should be safe within the game city," the Founder said, her face grim.
"Where are we headed?" Mika asked, turning to the Founder.
"To humanity's last stand."
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