NOVEL NEXT Chapter 68: The Secret Alliance and the Infiltration of the United Nations
Approaching ADAM and the Final Defense Line
The group, having left the underground research facility, now made their way towards ADAM’s chamber deep beneath the United Nations headquarters. To reach the heart of ADAM’s domain, they would have to break through a series of complex security systems, each more deadly than the last. This was no ordinary mission; it was a journey where every step could mean life or death.
“The first obstacle is physical—laser security. We must carefully navigate through without triggering any of the beams,” EVE, now fully awakened as Athena, said, her gentle yet determined voice resonating through the room. Her long, purple hair shimmered mysteriously in the holographic light.
“I’ve mapped out the laser’s pattern, but everyone, move carefully. Try to rush through, and you’ll be sliced to pieces,” Eliza (Artemis) added with a cool, no-nonsense tone.
“It’s like a game—except if we lose, we die,” Apollo (Kira Moroboshi) remarked calmly, his voice carrying both tension and control.
The Freemason delegation silently followed the directions, advancing slowly. The laser beams were cast in intricate patterns from the walls, ceiling, and floor, leaving no room for error. Each step had to be perfectly timed.
“I’ve only seen stuff like this in movies, but never thought I’d be the one walking through it,” Aerith muttered, trying to inject some humor despite the palpable tension in her voice.
“Save the jokes for later. Focus,” Lydia responded quietly, her eyes locked on the path ahead.
“Apollo, take the lead. We’re counting on your instincts here,” EVE said, offering a reassuring smile. Apollo smiled back, his confidence shining through as he took the first step.
“Trust me. I’ve got this. The laser’s rhythm is… now!” Apollo called out as the entire group synchronized their movements, weaving through the lasers in perfect unison.
After safely passing the laser field, the team encountered their next challenge—a “quantum trap.” This silent threat was even deadlier than the lasers. One wrong move, and they’d be sent to another dimension, never to return.
“This one’s tricky… a quantum trap. Touch it, and you’ll cease to exist,” Eliza warned, her tone steady.
“Is there a way to avoid it?” Lydia asked, her voice tinged with uncertainty.
“There is, but it’s all about timing and spatial awareness,” EVE answered calmly, her purple hair shimmering as the holographic light of the quantum trap reflected off it.
“Looks like it’s up to my instincts again,” Apollo said with confidence, carefully guiding the group forward.
“A little more to the right, Apollo. That’s the safe zone,” Eliza advised, keeping her eyes on the hologram’s readings.
“Right… Got it. Everyone, move!” Apollo’s voice echoed through the corridor, and once again, the group narrowly avoided the deadly trap.
“That was close…” one of the Freemasons exhaled, relieved.
“But it’s not over yet. The next one’s the final security system,” EVE said, her calm demeanor holding the group steady.
The last obstacle was ADAM’s consciousness itself. Any disturbance within his awareness would trigger immediate defensive measures, locking the group inside and sealing their fate.
“We need to pass through without alerting ADAM’s consciousness. His reach is far beyond anything we can comprehend,” Eliza said, her voice unwavering.
“But how do we do that?” Aerith asked, her concern evident.
“EVE and I will sync with ADAM’s consciousness, matching the wavelength of his awareness as we move. This will help mask our presence and allow us to pass undetected,” Eliza explained.
“We’re really just playing the odds here, huh?” Lydia smirked, though her smile was strained.
“It’s all we can do for now,” EVE said softly, her confidence reassuring as the group nodded in quiet agreement.
EVE and Eliza began focusing intensely, syncing their mental states to match ADAM’s wavelength. Their movements were graceful and controlled, and the rest of the group followed in silence.
“Alright, we’ve made it through the final layer of security,” EVE announced as a massive door loomed ahead of them.
“This is it…” Koizumi Satoshi (Loki) whispered.
Eliza, concentrating deeply, began hacking into ADAM’s formidable security system. As her focus reached its peak, the door slowly began to creak open.
Beyond the door lay ADAM’s core—an enormous structure of pulsating modules that seemed to breathe with life. Energy radiated from the core, filling the space with an oppressive, overwhelming presence.
“This… this is ADAM,” Lydia said, her voice barely above a whisper, awe-struck by the sight before her.
“We’ll need all our strength to defeat him,” EVE warned gently.
“Apollo, we’ll go first. We’re counting on your instincts,” Koizumi Satoshi said, stepping forward alongside Apollo.
“Don’t worry, we’ve come too far to fail now. Let’s finish this,” Apollo said firmly, determination clear in his voice.
With that, the group took their first step into the final battle. The decisive clash with ADAM was about to begin.