Shadows of the Deep Space Chapter 1768 - 553: Clash (2)

Hegrud’s AT Barrier vibrated violently, mirroring the path of the relentless assault as it passed by.

All that could be seen was the Star Destroyer, Star Hidden, and a multitude of defensive armaments unleashing a furious offensive.

Just as Hegrud attempted to target Star Hidden, a blinding white torrent of energy struck directly, impacting the AT Barrier.

Instantly, the AT Barrier fragmented with shocking force.

"Hegrud, I never imagined you would join this conflict!"

General Angulat materialized, piloting the VI Generation Primordial Series Mecha, the Divine Warrior, and spoke with a chilling tone.

"It’s you! Excellent, today I shall avenge Hekains!"

Hegrud’s fury erupted instantly, the Kais biological reaction within its form surging uncontrollably. Its massive body contorted, and countless dark, tumor-like appendages unfurled, lashing out towards Angulat.

"Avenge? Hekains was extinguished by Su Ming; why are you directing your vengeance toward me?"

Angulat wielded his blade, severing the probing tentacles one by one as he swiftly retreated to establish distance, utterly perplexed by the response.

"Hmph, regardless, you are all in league. If he dealt the blow, then so did you."

Hegrud’s form crackled with terrifying arcs of dark lightning, and numerous spike-like tumors erupted, launching toward Angulat like a deadly downpour.

Angulat expertly deflected the tumorous projectiles with his blade, a sense of irritation growing, though the logic, however flawed, seemed internally consistent.

At this crucial juncture, Admiral Mia, Admiral Aifulin, Vice Admiral Su Yao, and Major General Su Yuan, alongside others, piloted their mecha to launch a pincer attack from the flank, unleashing nuclear payloads and energy beams towards Hegrud.

Boom, boom, boom~

Hegrud’s AT Barrier Clothing flickered erratically under the onslaught.

"A swarm of insignificant gnats!"

Hegrud was incensed, its large, bulbous form bristling with countless smaller tumorous growths that pulsed with crackling arcs of lightning!

Crackle! Crackle!

Streaks of energy erupted outwards in all directions.

Mia and the others executed evasive maneuvers at high velocity.

Seizing this moment of distraction, General Angulat piloted the Divine Warrior Mecha forward, executing a swift, powerful cleave across Hegrud’s exposed form.

Hegrud’s AT Barrier Clothing recoiled violently, its inherent danger-sensing capabilities activating, unleashing a torrent of power that manifested as numerous tentacles sweeping towards Angulat.

Angulat skillfully maneuvered the Divine Warrior, severing the attacking appendages while simultaneously circling Hegrud at breakneck speed, diverting its attention as he unleashed a barrage of energy beams.

Before long, Hegrud’s AT Barrier Clothing was significantly depleted.

Angulat immediately issued a decisive command.

"Everyone, initiate withdrawal!"

Mia and the others acknowledged Angulat’s order and promptly maneuvered their mecha into a dispersed formation.

At this precise moment, Angulat activated his missile bay, launching a Dark Meteor Anti-Matter Missile and vanishing with a blinding Light Speed Fold Flash.

Boom!

A miniature sun, wreathed in dark lightning arcs, detonated. The cataclysmic explosion engulfed Hegrud, causing the very fabric of surrounding space to warp and collapse.

As the incandescent aftermath subsided, a one-third-sized void was blasted open in Hegrud’s colossal form, revealing the writhing, exposed biological tissues within.

Heavily wounded, Hegrud emitted a bizarre, high-pitched wail before channeling its remaining power to simultaneously mend its damaged body while commencing a strategic retreat!

"Attempting to flee is futile! All forces, engage at will!"

Angulat, observing Hegrud’s desperate attempt to escape, promptly relayed the order.

"Understood!"

Mia and the others responded with heightened excitement.

Simultaneously, from within the Federation Defense Line, Star Hidden, the Crystal Origin Fortress, and a vast array of orbital weaponry, alongside numerous starships and mechanical legions, all locked their targeting systems onto Hegrud, unleashing an overwhelming volly!

Swish, swish!

Missiles and energy beams, obscuring the starry expanse, converged upon the V-type Fortress-class Chilami Hegrud like an unstoppable tidal wave.

Boom, boom, boom~

Countless explosions rippled across the void, illuminating the somber celestial canvas, their sheer brilliance compelling all observers to involuntarily shield their eyes.

As the dazzling spectacle of the explosions began to fade.

Angulat and his comrades observed in stunned silence; Hegrud remained utterly unscathed.

An AT Barrier, deployed with immense force, had repelled all incoming attacks.

Emerging from the light, a colossal creature, standing approximately 150 meters tall and resembling a flying ant, came into view. Its menacing insectoid head was adorned with two crimson, ruby-like eyes, its entirety encased in hardened black carapace, with pulsating dark red fleshy protrusions dotting its surface. It brandished a pair of wickedly sharp touch blades, and a pair of dark red wings unfurled from its back, exuding an aura of profound menace—this was indeed the Chilami Clan’s Fourth Elder, Remwaco.

"Hegrud, cease your actions and stand down!"

Remwaco’s voice resonated with cold authority.

"Lord Remwaco, facing so many adversaries, I shall remain to aid you in battle."

Hegrud replied with utmost respect.

"There is no need. I am capable of handling them alone."

Remwaco’s Kais biological reaction surged through its being, causing the touch blades, akin to curved swords, to elongate and flare with violent arcs of dark lightning, projecting an overwhelming and imposing presence.

Witnessing this display, Mia and her allies felt an unprecedented wave of dread wash over them.

"Yes!" Hegrud beat a hasty retreat from the chaotic battlefield. General Angulat, witnessing Hegrud's withdrawal, felt immense displeasure but refrained from pursuing. Instead, he fixed his gaze upon Remwaco and taunted, "Did your Chilami Clan dispatch merely a single Elder? Where are the others, cowering like timid turtles?" "I am more than sufficient to annihilate you all! Disruptive Stance!" Remwaco declared. Instantly, he unleashed his formidable power, sending invisible waves rippling outwards, shattering all the energy barriers erected by Mia and her companions. Upon observing this, Angulat piloted his Divine Warrior Mecha, charging furiously towards Remwaco. At this critical juncture, Remwaco's twin crimson eyes blazed with intensity. His vision precisely tracked Angulat's incoming attack trajectory. Casually, he raised his left hand's touch blade, intercepting the assault. Swiftly, he brought his left hand's touch blade around in a fierce slash.