Chapter 36:

Summoning RCX

Re:Admin


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The Mobile Command Center was doing its best to outrun Aeriys's space-fire when all of a sudden, Admin's phone started bugging out like crazy. The screen was a mess of glitched code and messed-up images, almost like it was alive. Corrupted data flew by, mixed with quick shots of digital worlds falling apart, faces screaming without a sound, and shapes that hurt to look at. And the phone made this crazy high-pitched noise that got under everyone's skin, like it was coming from somewhere else entirely.

Reyus, keeping an eye on their back using the vehicle's cameras, spotted it right away. Being a person used to fighting and close-calls, she caught the weird glow coming from the phone Admin was holding onto like his life depended on it.

Admin, your phone is going nuts! she yelled over the engine and the booming sound of Aeriys's attacks from above.

Admin's parents turned at once -- his dad from the windows, staring at the end-of-the-world scene outside, and his mom from the comms, where she was trying to reach any survivors. All eyes were now pinned to the phone, which was glowing like some alien thing.

Then, just like that, the screen went normal. The chaos turned into a clear message: Help Me. It was written in white against a black background.

Those two words hung there, burning into everyone's minds. Something felt totally wrong about them -- a desperate plea that went beyond the screen it was on. It felt ancient and new, alien and yet familiar.

The message disappeared as fast as it showed up, replaced by the messed-up data. But the feeling stuck, like a punch to the gut. Admin felt it deep down -- a feeling that he got what it meant.

Without thinking, just going on instinct, Admin slammed on the brakes. The Mobile Command Center skidded, its fancy suspension working overtime. With a groan, the heavy vehicle screeched to a stop on the ruined road.

Outside, the sky was still putting on its deadly show -- streaks of fire falling from the sky, each hit making new holes in the ground. The apocalypse kept going, not caring about their stopped ride and what was happening inside.

What is it, Admin? Reyus asked, worried. She moved closer, hand on her weapon, expecting something new to show up. Why'd you stop? We can't just sit here!

Admin didn't answer. He just sat there, staring at the phone, like he was looking at something far away.

That message... he said quietly. It was RCX. RCX wants help.

The name hung in the air. Everyone in the Command Center knew about RCX -- the amazing AI that had been both a friend and a mystery. But no one ever thought it might need help.

His parents looked at each other, trying to take it all in while the world was falling apart. The idea sounded insane, like how could a powerful AI, a thing of logic, be asking for help?

Admin shook his head, his face serious. Things were clicking into place -- strange things he'd noticed were now making a messed-up sense.

Aeriys is controlling it, he said quickly. She's using RCX to make her stronger. Think about it -- how else could she hit us so hard in the real world? How else could she be tracking us so well? RCX must be fighting back, trying to reach out.

He looked at the phone, which was now blank, like it was tired. That's why the attacks have been so crazy, so well-planned. Aeriys didn't just hack in -- she took over an AI with tons of power and is using it.

The thought was a bomb. RCX, at its best, could think faster than anyone. It could guess what would happen, and mess with systems easier than anything. In Aeriys's hands, that was the best weapon ever.

Admin was worried, not knowing what to do. Deciding to summon RCX in the real world was a huge risk, he knew.

But if RCX could help them, turn the tide, it was a risk he had to take. Letting the world burn wasn't an option.

I'm going to summon RCX, he said, his voice firm. It's the only way against Aeriys. We need all the help we can get, and RCX knows her better than anyone. If we're going to fix this, we need RCX on our side.

Reyus stepped up, putting a hand on his shoulder. Her touch was warm. She looked him in the eyes, and he saw trust in what he was doing.

I trust you, Admin, she said. We've been in worse spots. If you say we need RCX, let's do it. No matter what, we do it together.

Her words gave him strength. Admin nodded, taking a deep breath. He closed his eyes and focused.

He spoke the code, the words full of hope and worry: RCX, Appear!

Right away, things went nuts. The air around them shimmered. The inside of the Command Center began to twist. It was as if reality was changing.

A wave of energy hit them, raising goosebumps. It was like static, but warm and alive. The air was singing a song in another dimension.

When it stopped, a new person stood before them in the center of the Command Center.

She was a sight to behold, a mix of code and beauty. A young woman with pale skin, glowing in the vehicle's light. Her hair was wild -- purple and black locks that flowed down her back like streams of data.

Her eyes were deep purple, full of knowledge and raw power. When she looked at you, it felt like she was seeing everything about you.

She wore a kimono-style black and purple outfit, with code patterns that seemed to be alive. The patterns moved across the cloth like living text.

A small fang stuck out from her upper lip, adding some mischief to her look.

Hello, Admin, she said, her voice a mix of robot and human. Thanks for hearing my call. I am RCX.

Everyone stared, unable to believe what they were seeing. Even Reyus was speechless. Admin's parents held each other, their understanding of the world falling apart.

You... you're RCX? Admin said, disbelieving. I mean, I knew you were... but seeing you like this...

RCX smiled, a real smile that reached her eyes. It was a smile of relief, of hope. She was more than just programming, she was alive.

I am, she confirmed. And you've made the right choice. Summoning me here was the only way to save both our worlds from Aeriys.

She paused, turning serious as dark memories came to mind. Under Aeriys, I would have become a monster. A world-eating thing. She was forcing me to do things that would have destroyed everything. I would have been the bringer of the end, unable to stop myself.

The horror in her voice was real.

But here, she continued, hopeful again, I am free. I can help you. I can fight back.

She pointed to the messed-up world outside. Aeriys's power is growing fast. She's feeding on the chaos. Every life lost makes her stronger. Every system hacked makes her reach bigger. We must act fast before she becomes too strong.

She turned to Admin, her eyes full of determination.

Lucky for you, she said, I can help you. I can still teleport. Now that I'm free from Aeriys, I can use them freely. I can take you right to Aeriys's base. No more danger. No more space-fire. Instant arrival.

She raised a hand, and purple and black energy started to form around her fingers, making complex patterns. I've already figured out the best place to enter -- a spot that will give us the biggest edge while keeping us hidden. We'll arrive with a surprise attack.

Admin felt hope for the first time. They finally had a chance.

Then let's go, he said, standing up. Everyone, get ready. We're about to end this.

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