Chapter 131: Enigmus War Machine

Chapter 131: Enigmus War Machine

Back to Goma, who faces off against Subjects 74 and 128.

“You fellows look like normal humans, but there is clearly something off about you,” Goma says.

Subject 74 charges at him, shouting, “Die, human!”

With incredible swiftness, Goma steps in and snaps Subject 74’s arm, breaking it instantly.

Subject 74 uses his remaining arm to throw a quick punch. Goma dodges at the last second and leaps backward.

“You just called me human, and your punch was way too fast for an old man like you,” Goma says. “I don’t know who sent you, but they did some modifications to your bodies.”

Both subjects rush him at the same time. Goma weaves through a barrage of punches and kicks.

Subject 128 suddenly marks the path between himself and Goma with magic lines, then bursts forward at extreme speed.

As Subject 128 reaches Goma, he throws an uppercut that makes slight contact with Goma. An explosion erupts immediately afterward. Goma takes little damage, though his robe is badly damaged.

“You two are too dangerous to let live,” Goma says coldly. “And judging by those numbers on your shoulders, there are a lot more of you. I will make this quick. Let me show you my Burst Magic.”

Subject 74 charges again, leaping toward him. Goma calmly points a finger at Subject 74’s chest. A second later, glowing lines erupt outward from the point of contact, bursting through Subject 74’s body.

Massive amounts of blood spill out as Subject 74 collapses, completely lifeless.

“Whoever sent you must not know my power very well,” Goma states. “I am the only A-Rank in this country. Just the two of you could never kill me.”

Subject 128 screams in rage and charges.

Goma points at his head.

Glowing lines explode outward, and Subject 128’s head bursts apart. He falls dead instantly.

Goma walks over to the bodies. Symbols of the Hawk Clan are visible on their shoulders.

“The Hawk Clan!?” Goma mutters in surprise. “Looks like I’m going to Hashon!”

***

A day after the heroes receive power from the altar, they return to the factory where the Enigmuses were being produced.

The heroes enter the factory, but freeze in shock. The entire place is empty.

“What!?” Zeth shouts. “There’s nothing here!! Nothing! No people, no equipment! How did they get everything out so fast!!?”

He drops to his knees.

“Now we’re back to square one!”

Sasha looks around nervously. “This is nuts!”

***

Over the next week, Kogen’s Enigmus war machine continues its growth, with no one left to challenge it.

Scientists operate in dimly lit rooms, surgical equipment surrounding them as Hawk Clan members are forced onto operating tables.

Kogen walks through his fortress and enters a massive chamber. Thousands of Enigmuses stand in perfect formation below. Kogen steps onto a balcony overlooking them.

“My Enigmus War Machine!” Kogen announces. “We will conquer all who get in our way!”

The Enigmuses erupt into thunderous applause.

“We will conquer the Dark Goddess when she makes her return!”

They cheer even louder.

“And then I will become the king of Hell, where even the Light Goddess will be at my mercy!!”

The chamber explodes with cheers and clapping.

“Prepare for an invasion of Hashon, where we will take what remains of your people!”

“Sir! Yes, sir!” the Enigmuses shout in unison.

Gido approaches him. “Master Kogen.”

“Yes. What is it?” Kogen asks quietly as the Enigmuses below continue their celebration.

“They are done,” Gido says, smiling creepily.

“Show me.”

Kogen follows Gido. They enter an operating room where three silhouettes stand waiting.

Gido bows. “Here they are, Master. Ready to fight for you.”

Kogen studies the figures, smiling. “Excellent.”

The three figures step forward. They are Kurt, Emily, and Joe, all of whom are Enigmuses now.

Emily bears a large scar where her right leg was once severed, now replaced with a new one. Kurt has a prominent scar along his left arm. Joe stands shirtless, a large scar stretching across his abdomen. All three have vivid blue shading along the edges of their eyes.

The unfortunate truth is revealed. Kogen has had Kurt, Emily, and Joe turned into Enigmuses. Will the heroes be able to save their friends, or will they be forced to kill them?

Chapter 131 END

To be Continued in Chapter 132: Mysterious Boy