Apocalypse - Evil Shelter System

"So you're from the Special Ability Squad!" The group realized, their eyes lighting up. "We've also encountered the Demon Insect Tribe. If we join forces, we can definitely take them down."

"In that case, please lead the way," Alex and Addison agreed with nods.

"Alright."

The group collectively agreed and then hurried toward the northeast.

After about half an hour, Alex and the others finally arrived at their destination, a dense forest with trees that blocked out the sky. The foliage was so thick that it was impossible to discern any clear direction.

"This is our base?" Alex looked around in astonishment. The place seemed desolate and uninhabitable.

"That's right."

Aiken nodded and said, "We didn't send many members this time, only about three hundred. These Demon Insects are very strong, so we need to be cautious."

"What do we need to do?" Alex asked.

"First, channel your internal energy to the maximum, releasing your strongest deterrent. This will make the Demon Insects fearful and prevent them from launching a reckless attack. Only then can we calmly kill these Demon Insects; otherwise, we'll suffer heavy losses," the man explained after a moment of contemplation.

"Got it," Alex nodded.

"You go ahead. We'll stay here and guard. If you run into any trouble, just call for us," Aiken instructed.

"Understood."

Alex responded, then signaled Addison, and the two headed into the forest.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

Taking a deep breath, Alex channeled his abundant internal energy, creating a powerful energy storm that filled the air.

Sensing this terrifying aura, the nearby Demon Insects seemed to pick up on the danger and quickly hid themselves.

"Roar—"

Suddenly, a fierce roar echoed from a part of the forest, and a massive black shadow leaped out from the dense woods.

It was a giant spider, completely black, with sharp claws under its abdomen that glinted with a cold, eerie light.

Chasing behind the giant spider were seven or eight Demon Insects. They had gaping mouths and their scarlet tongues flickered as they emitted hoarse, piercing screeches.

"Not good!" Seeing the sudden appearance of the giant spider and the Demon Insects, Alex's face turned deathly pale.

The aura emanating from the giant spider was overwhelmingly strong, making Alex feel incredibly oppressed.

"Run!" Alex quickly turned and fled.

Addison, equally terrified, followed Alex in a panic.

Several Demon Insects pursued relentlessly, their scarlet tongues flicking as they let out sharp, nerve-racking cries.

Despite their best efforts to escape, Alex and Addison were soon cornered by the giant spider.

"Damn beast, if you want to kill us, it won't be that easy," Alex gritted his teeth, bringing his hands together as a flame danced in his palms. The intense heat distorted the surrounding air.

"Blazing Flame Seal!"

With a roar, Alex struck out with his palms, sending the ball of fire hurtling toward the giant spider like a falling meteor.

"Buzz—"

The giant spider's head glowed with a dark sheen. It opened its mouth slightly and shot out a black beam, carrying a terrifyingly destructive aura, which collided with the Blazing Flame Seal.

"Boom!" The Blazing Flame Seal exploded, producing a heart-shaking sound and a scorching wave that threw the giant spider back.

"Splurt!"

At the same time, Alex coughed up a mouthful of blood, his face as pale as paper, and he collapsed to the ground.

Seeing this, Addison's face turned pale with worry. She quickly supported Alex and asked with concern, "Alex, are you okay?"

"Cough, cough..." Alex weakly waved his hand. "I'm not dead yet, but we're surrounded. If we want to survive, we have to take down this giant spider."

"But this creature is too strong. We might not be able to defeat it," Addison frowned.

Alex was silent for a moment, then looked up at the giant spider and murmured, "We have to take a gamble."

Hearing Alex's murmured words, Addison was momentarily stunned. Then she understood his intent. Determination flashed in her eyes as she clenched her fists and nodded firmly.

"Roar!"

At that moment, the giant spider, which had been forced back, charged at them again, its scarlet tongue flicking in and out, emitting a hissing sound that made one's scalp tingle.

"Blazing Flame Seal!" Alex shouted, bringing his hands together as the fireball in his palms grew hotter, faintly infused with a pale yellow energy.

"Whoosh—"

In the next instant, Alex flicked his fingers, and the fireball flew out, tearing through the air and slamming into the giant spider's body. The impact sent the spider stumbling back several meters, leaving a charred mark.

"Roar!" The giant spider roared in pain and anger, its scarlet tongue flicking furiously as if it wanted to tear Alex to pieces.

However, Alex ignored the spider's rage and continued to cast the Blazing Flame Seal. One fireball after another shot out, engulfing the giant spider.

"Boom—boom—boom—"

With thunderous explosions, the raging flames completely engulfed the giant spider, and wisps of smoke rose into the air.

"Howl!"

The giant spider's continuous wails of agony were heart-wrenching and terrifying.

After an unknown amount of time, the flames finally dissipated, and the giant spider had long been reduced to ashes.

Seeing this, Alex breathed a sigh of relief.

"Finally, it's over," Addison said, wiping the sweat from her forehead, her expression slightly relaxed.

Alex smiled wryly, "Although we killed the giant spider, we paid a heavy price. My internal energy is almost depleted. I won't last much longer."

Addison's brows furrowed in worry, "What should we do now? We're surrounded and can't find a way out."

"It looks like we might meet our end here today," Alex said, shaking his head with a look of resignation.

"Howl!"

At that moment, a bloodthirsty and cruel roar echoed through the valley.

From the forest about five or six meters in front of Alex and Addison, a dozen large Demon Insects emerged, moving slowly.

Each of them was about three or four meters long, with blood-red eyes and flicking tongues, their grotesque faces looking extremely ugly.

These Demon Insects wore armor and exuded a thick, murderous aura. Their presence was menacing, clearly not ordinary creatures.

"These disgusting bugs have reinforcements?" Addison's face turned pale.

"This is bad," Alex's expression darkened even more.

"Alex, what should we do now?" Addison asked in a panic, her body trembling slightly.

Alex stared at the group of Demon Insects ahead, a glint of determination in his deep eyes. "Since there's no way out, we can only fight with all our might. There might still be a slim chance of survival."