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Apaurushya - The Continuum 63: Stacked Instances
Creed and Falco noticed the abrupt burst of flash in the distance and looked away. Colt and Rain also turned around a little bit. Since they were at a distance the light didn't affect them as much. "Shit! This is Nakiya's final card! " Colt uttered with haste, "She never uses a flash unless she's out of all options….""How long is it gonna take?" Rain asked, "Agenor is down… they are struggling a lot…""..." Creed said nothing. "Okay!! okay!! Now that kid is learning the sequence… How about just the three of us, take her down? Falco can go help them out… right?""Yeah! Fair point…" Falco cried in frustration, "I don't even understand why am I even here? It's not like I'm contributing anything to this battle…"They all acknowledged that Creed was gradually getting accustomed to sequence random patterns. However, Falco was still only reacting to Creed gestures which don't seem to be working. Falco was still a wrench in the whole system. Hence, it made a lot of sense to cut him off so
Apaurushya - The Continuum 64: Mental Repulsion
"Damn, these freaks of nature…""Rain! you realise how fucked up this is, right?""You've gotta be kidding me!" Are we a fucking joke to them?"It took us three months of blood and sweat… and they learned it in just 3 minutes?"What they never anticipated began to transpire soon after. Falco removed the training wheels altogether. Creed and Falco were now on the same wavelength. From time to time, both their weapons began to juggle in their hands.Creed and Falco quickly established a new framework and synergy. Their confidence and fluidity began to cascade into a progressively sophisticated sequence of patterns. Falco's smile showed that he was now in a good mood. His body only requires his intuition and some eye contact to execute the moves necessary to corner the Angel.Creed's expression was laser-focused, as if he were clinging to an unseen rope by the tips of his nails. The stress and pressure of digesting so much information at once caused him to sweat from every pore of his b
Apaurushya - The Continuum 65: Treacherous Titania
The giant was trapped in a four fold maze that had no escape. The more she struggled the more she lost her grip on the battle. She was like a trapped lion, chewed and mauled by 4 starving hyenas.So far none of them have made any decisive strike. They were just strangeling and strangeling as much as they could. The crux of the chaos sequence was to find that one single vulnerable spot that could turn out to be inescapable. The position, the timing, the angel, and every other factor must work against the opponent, is what they must watch out for. ~SCRREAAAACCCHHH The Angel wailed in anguish at this moment. At the top of her lungs, she shrieked. Her expressions could not be more repulsive. However, something began to shift that alarmed Colt and Creed.She had absolutely lost her cool. The angel's hair began to turn crimson, and a ghastly aura enveloped around her. A cataclysm rhythm erupted, breaking their rhythm.The next second, the giant mustered all of her strength and brutally t
Apaurushya - The Continuum 66: The Crown
The skull of the Titania got completely crushed by the arrow's unsettling impact.Creed fell to the ground head first and skidded through the muddy ground. Maira and Nakiya turned around. The blinding light of her flame sword diffused into nullity, and her headless body fell on her knees. An outline of black thunder bolt stretched in their vision that cut through the bright light. Their pupils dilated from the blinding glimmer that vanished before it reached its peak intensity. They caught the glimpse of black tear in the space that vanished faster than they could blink. "Shit! They really… killed her!""What the hell was the black streak? Did you see that?""Yeah, I saw that… but that's an absurd amount of power, even for a Soul-Armas!!""I know… that rhythm almost tore my guts from the inside… I can't believe they really took her down!""Alright! Celebrations later… "Agenor smirke, "First we need to get outta here…"Maira and Nakiya had been using tactical weaponry such as smoke b
Apaurushya - The Continuum 67: Petite Stature
A loud burst of anguish echoed in the area. Holt rolled on the muddy ground like a writhing snake trying to cover up the hole in the leg with his hands. Grisha, Alia and Varun turned their necks at Creed in fury. Justin pulled out his sword. Alia clenched her teeth and took a merciless shot at Creed's shoulder. Creed—however—had no interest in her threat and just ignored her without even making an effort to dodge her arrow.Her arrow left the bow at a breakneck pace. However, before it could reach him, it crashed Rain's rapier and impaled the ground 5 meters away. Rain's eyes turned blood red this time. She vanished from her position. Her figure flared in front of them while she closed the gap. Rain scurried forward like a slippery eel as Varun and Grisha rushed forward to stop her. Before they could stop her she appeared right next to Alia at a breakneck pace.In a blink of an eye, she dug her boot inside Alia's gut and kicked her in the air. The molecules of oxygen escaped her lu
Apaurushya - The Continuum 68: Time's Up!
Creed and others rushed towards the exit as fast as they could. Everyone was injured and exhausted thoroughly. The entire ground was still infested with ghouls. Staying on Pandemonium in this weakened state was no better than sitting in the middle of a busy road. TThey had achieved their end goal and the hunt was practically over for them. Unfortunately, Colt turned around and noticed the several footsteps trailing behind them. "Man! They are still at it?" He sighed as he ran past the ground, "Sore losers"'Agenor peaked behind and saw several people following them. He too felt his breath escaping his lungs."Can't blame them… since most of us are too exhausted!""I have a two more stun grenade and 3 smoke bombs… " Nakiya replied, "Let's just run for now!" Maira replied with a smirk, "They'll soon regret coming after us…" "And here I thought we were going to take a different route…" Colt show his disagreement"I know you don't like this plan… but we have no choice. Everyone is too
Apaurushya - The Continuum 69: Call of the void
With the rope untied, Rain fell nonchalantly into the abysmal pit of inescapable demise. Every Rha member's heart sank into crippling anguish. The taste of victory was stained by regret and misery.When Creed saw her tumble into the Valley of Ghouls, his tears turned crimson. The jaws of Agenor and Falco were so tightened that multiple veins on their forehead were apparent. Colt, Nakiya, and Maira all gazed at Wolf with unfathomable rage.Just glancing at Rain's eyes as she fell to her own demise caused their lips to foam. There is no agony or anguish that can compare to the death of a comrade. This was a devastating loss for the entire team.Rain fell directly in the middle of a terrifying swarm. The collision not only killed some of the ghouls that were protecting her, but it also fractured the bones in her legs as soon as her feet hit the ground.They expected her to die swiftly and painlessly, but Rain was still alive despite her fragile bones. This turned out to be much scarier,
Apaurushya - The Continuum 70 : Will To Live
"So what if I did? My life is worthless already!""I'm starting to think you are right!" Creed nodded while killing the horde"Just...get out of here! Please, let me be… " "Not happening. Coz some asshole leader told me that if you die… I'm off the team!""...He didn't mean it that way! Just leave me here… save yourself at least!" "..." Creed replied with ignorance.~tch"What is wrong with you?" Rain yelled as gritted her teeth. "Why are you so stubborn?""I'm not stubborn. I'm a soldier.""You idiot…" Rain muttered as she saw more and more ghouls coming from all sides, "Now we are both going to die…" ".... Maybe!!" Creed paused for a second and replied, "…isn't that what you wanted?""Wait!" Rain felt a jitter in her heart, "What do you mean 'maybe'? You still think we can get out of here?""Yeah! Unlike you, I still have some hope. I still believe that one of us might survive… unfortunately, the chances of my survival are much lower than yours!"Rain pupils shrink when she reali
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Apaurushya - The Continuum 108: Blue Sun Dojo
A few days later inside the archery facility, Target 101, Kendrik was still busting his ass on the endurance range. However, today for some reason, he was more enthusiastic than ever. Although, his expression told that he was really struggling but the subtleties of his body language during the practice hinted otherwise.Though his limbs were twitching with pain, body drenched with sweat, and veins burst with blood rush, regardless, he was still humming as if he was enjoying his training regime. This shouldn't come as a surprise since he was finally noticing some changes in his shots. Over the past few days Kendrik noticed that his accuracy has slightly increased and he has finally gotten a hang of the customized training regime. This training regime was extremely taxing but after everyday's practice and consistent effort he realized that starting from scratch—as Creed advised—was not bad advice after all. He was also diligently taking the pill that Creed prescribed, and coincident
Apaurushya - The Continuum 107: Threat of a Geno-Script
Creed walked out of the medical facility feeling despondent. He was undoubtedly thinking about the discussion that he just had. He continued to mutter to himself, agitatedly. "What a stupid facade…""And what the hell was I even thinking?? Of Course, she's not gonna tell me shit!! This must be what they call the classified information!! Not to mention that grumpy old man was also sitting right there gawking like a freaking viper!!""Meh… Whatever!! It doesn't matter… At least, now I know that there are more variables in the picture.""Argh fuck!!" Creed cursed under his breath, slapping his forehead with frustration. "What was I even thinking, promising that scumbag Varun a favor? I got nothing in return... what a waste of time!!"Creed went back to his home with no leads at all. Finding 'Eos' and getting him to talk about his unusual weapon was his only lead. Unfortunately, with him leaving without a trace, Creed was out of options now. Nevertheless, one thing was crystal clear. If
Apaurushya - The Continuum 106: Shunya?
Varun stared at him for a few seconds before smiling, "If you are that desperate, alright fine. But don't back off later, or I'll shank your ass in your sleep.""Just take me to her," Creed ignored Varun's warning.Varun led Creed to another floor, and as they walked, Creed couldn't help but notice the stark contrast between the efficient, advanced, state-of-the-art equipment in this medical facility. This facility had by far the most efficient, advanced, state of the art equipment available to humans. It reminded him how difficult it was to bridge that gap between privilege and non privilege.Compared to this, the hospitals available to the general public were absolutely garbage. Creed was creeped out by how well funded, and well designed this facility was. It almost seemed as if he arrived like a planetary hyperspace launch station."So this is what true aristocratic privilege looks like?" Creed whispered, "What'd you say?""Uhm… I said… I've never seen a hospital like this before!
Apaurushya - The Continuum 105: Favor
Creed opened his straining eyes pulsating with throbbing agony. As the vision grew slowly, he could see nothing past the blur of lights and shadows. He tried to move his limbs, but a sharp pain shot up his arm. He groaned in pain. All he had were the brief flashbacks of memories from the night before. The Formless beast, the Serpent Woman, and most importantly, Eos' daunting trickery.He tried to move, but he immediately felt restrained. His naked body was wet. His body was completely naked and afloat in a viscous fluid. His eyeballs jittered once he saw the silver edges of curved encasing. He was trapped in a box like a barbie doll.Panic flooded inside his mind when he realized he was inside a bionic pod. He knew what had happened to him? Creed immediately struggled against the restraints, but they held firm. Soon, he heard footsteps approaching, and a door swished open."Ah!! Mr. Gryffon, you're awake!!" A voice landed in his ear. It was a woman's voice, calm and professional. "Hm
Apaurushya - The Continuum 104: Uncanny Idiocy
The serpent woman's spine-curling screams pushed even the Formless beast to his limits, causing him to reconsider his position in the hierarchy of dominance, as they served as a warning and clear indication of the carnage she was capable of unleashing.She issued an open threat against the formless beast that he must not take another step forward. This situation was way beyond Creed's caliber. ~GRRRARGGGGGGHHHHSoon enough, the formless beast also roared on top of his lungs. His killing intent directed at the serpent woman forcefully standing between him and Creed. Both creatures relentlessly tried to force each into submission but were also greatly wary of each other's powers.Creed was encountering a clash between two superior predominant entities. The last thing Creed wanted to do was fuck around and find out. Right now, His atoms in his body were screaming at him to run away but his body was in dreary paralysis because of her presence. However, the next second, the snake woman
Apaurushya - The Continuum 103: Intrusion Of Numen
With a roar, the ferocious beast charged at Creed, its killing intent crystal clear. Creed's heart pounded in his chest as he braced himself for impact. His sword sliced through the beast's flesh. But that was not good news, but quite the opposite. As Creed's sword locked inside the creature's body, the beast taunted him with a cruel grin. Creed's heart sank as he realized he had made a fatal mistake.The cunning bastard rendered his sword orbit completely useless with his flawless strategy by letting him dig his sword into his own non vital organs. Creed's hair stood straight behind his neck as he understood how intelligent this abnormality was."Fuck! Is this it?" ~huff ~huff ~huff "I guess… I bit more than i could chew— "Before Creed could finish his sentence, his breaths turned shallow. The beast viciously ripped his arm from his shoulder. The beast then slammed him to the ground with such force that Creed felt his bones shatter beneath him. ~arggghhhHe wheezed much oxygen
Apaurushya - The Continuum 102: Caliber Of Death Bringer
The next instant, Grisha's eyes were splashed with His blood, which finally forced her to return to reality. She was even more surprised by Creed's frantic scream."LIEUTENANT, SNAP OUT OF IT!! I CAN'T HOLD HIM FOR TOO LONG!!!""You change your mind??" Grisha yelled, "Now is not the time!! Just FUCKING DO SOMETHING!! Don't make me regret my decision!!"Grisha's eyes changed to the deepest shade of purple the following instant. Her eyes radiated an atmosphere that was more viscous than molasses. The earth beneath her feet darkened, appearing to be on fire.A rhythmic shockwave erupted and spewed noxious gas into the air. A razor-sharp crescent slice spread into the air, illuminating it with a neon brilliance. The sword stroke struck the beast in the chest, pushing him away from Creed.She appeared right next to Creed and pulled him up from the ground. "How long does your berserk skill last?" She asked, "5 more minutes! then i'll probably pass out!" Creed answers, "Yours?""6 minute
Apaurushya - The Continuum 101: The Only Escape
Grisha let out a bellow of frustration, "Shit! I have to go back! We need to help him!"Creed's mouth twisted into a sinister grin. "No! Wait!" he hissed. "This is our opportunity. Let's run, Lieutenant. We can't handle this anomaly. But now, while it's distracted, we might be able to slip away. It's our only chance.""You heartless bastard!" Grisha spat."What?" Creed jerked his head in surprise."You're going to leave him behind?""Why not?" Creed nodded immediately. "I did everything I could! But it didn't work out. What else can we do here but save ourselves?"Grisha clicked her tongue in vexation. "I'll never understand you. What if he has a family waiting for him?""Lieutenant, stop wasting time. That creature is no joke. If we stood a chance, I would have helped, but we don't. Besides, I don't even know the guy. Why should I risk my neck for him?""You're despicable. ASSHOLE!" Grisha jeered, "You know what? Just fuck off... I'll help him myself."Creed's eyebrows twitched viole
Apaurushya - The Continuum 100: Bringer Of Death
"For fuck's sake, Lieutenant!! It's my soul radix that's keeping him paralyzed! Happy now?" Creed replied in frenzy and ran like a lunatic, leaving them behind, "Trust me we are still within his reach. Stop with the questions and fucking run!!""Oh Crap!!" Grisha immediately understood why Creed was pressing them to run. "Should have told us earlier, you idiot!!"Grisha, realizing her stupidity, grabbed Eos by his arm and bolted forward once again. The ground caved inside with her feet from the impact. However, just after taking a couple steps she felt a claw sinking deep inside the armor's back plate reaching all the way to her spine.Blood gushed out like a fountain, as if a dam had burst within Grisha's body, staining the ground crimson and creating a pool of death beneath her. Eos was frozen in shock for a moment, but the sight of her bloodied back snapped him out of it. The beast was so close that its foul breath rubbed against his neck, draining the life out of veins. He wanted
