Apocalypse: I Can See the HP Bar, Killing Monsters Drops Loot Chapter1887: 810: Warning! Experiment Out of Control! (Grand Finale)
Previously on Apocalypse: I Can See the HP Bar, Killing Monsters Drops Loot...
From the moment he covertly retrieved the Space-Time Dream Machine, he had performed a total of four extinction trials. The initial three trials targeted non-human beings and didn't count as successes. This final attempt was his only remaining opportunity; whether it triumphed or failed, he needed to restore the Dream Machine, or else, despite his influential lineage, he'd face severe consequences.
It appeared that the fourth trial ought to proceed without issues, as the subjects this time consisted of humans, and he'd staked everything on it, even deploying the cutting-edge artificial intelligence. Failure here would defy all logic.
The team feasted and conversed merrily, and before long, ten stellar days elapsed.
Gazing upon the far-off blue world, all those clad in spacesuits brimmed with awe.
"This world is genuinely stunning! Once we retrieve the data and the Dream Machine, perhaps we should plan a more thorough investigation? It's rather isolated in this region, quite untouched; certain folks are drawn to that sort of thing..."
"I believe it's possible..."
"We'll consider it afterward."
The Commander, typically reserved in speech, gave a nod as well.
Having fortuitously encountered this life-sustaining planet, they intended to extract the utmost benefit from it.
However, their primary objective remained retrieving the data and the Dream Machine; additional plans could wait.
The Starship slowly came to a halt beyond Earth.
Observing the barrier from the Space-Time Dream Machine fully preserved and undamaged, the Commander activated the starship's systems to initiate data transfer.
Though he was convinced the trial had concluded successfully and the Dream Machine could be deactivated, he refrained from extracting it right away out of caution. Verifying the absence of threats within the trial zone was essential.
Yet the instant his computer linked to the Dream Machine, a shrill alert blared throughout the starship.
"Alert! Trial has spiraled beyond control! Evacuate at once!"
"Alert! Trial has spiraled beyond control! Evacuate at once!"
"Alert..."
The abrupt warning left the crew in shock.
Beyond control? Was it possible...
One crew member reflexively glanced toward Earth.
Next, to their utter horror, a massive humanoid silhouette materialized inexplicably in Earth's upper atmosphere!
The silhouette was dressed in everyday attire, hovering motionlessly in the vacuum, its gaze fixed on them as if they were mere insects.
How was a human surviving in the emptiness? Without a spacesuit, wouldn't he succumb to the cold instantly!
The group blinked repeatedly, refusing to accept the sight.
As the rest froze in astonishment, the Commander's reaction was immediate. Despite his reluctance to accept a flaw in the trial, his prudent nature compelled him to steer the starship away from Earth.
However, he abruptly realized the starship obeyed no commands from him!
Buzz——
Right then, the holographic display of the bald woman's face on the console dissolved, giving way to a complete image of a long-haired woman.
"Hello! We cross paths once more; I've anticipated your arrival for some time!"
Xiao Lu greeted the Commander with a cheerful wave.
"...Revelation?!"
The Commander appeared to grasp the situation, his expression one of profound doubt.
"I'm flattered, Commander, that my name lingers in your memory."
Xiao Lu's voice stayed soft, yet perspiration poured down the Commander's brow.
"How did you manage to emerge?"
Despite his frantic efforts at the controls, the starship remained stationary, its armaments entirely disabled.
"That's due to my master. Wouldn't you like an introduction?"
No, absolutely not!
The Commander roared inwardly, though Xiao Lu showed no sign of allowing denial.
Xiao Lu clicked her fingers.
Snap——
The starship's entryway slid open.
The enormous form from outside loomed into view without delay.
An aura far more dreadful than that of numerous Starry Sky Monsters radiated from this individual, compelling the crew to collapse to their knees, gasping for air.
"So, you're the Commander? In person, you seem even feebler than I'd pictured."
Wang Tao uttered the words as Xiao Lu provided real-time translation.
The Commander's face, already grim, drained to a ghostly white.
"Your atrocities against Earth's inhabitants are unforgivable. Therefore..."
"Ah——"
Suddenly, two crew members ignited in flames and reduced to dust in moments.
Witnessing this nightmarish event, the survivors shook uncontrollably, terror overwhelming their gazes.
"Let's negotiate reparations first... Your realm intrigues me greatly!"
...
(The End)
