Chapter 224 Confrontation. (5)

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the doorkeepers were unlike anything rex had encountered before. they stood at nearly 15 meters tall, their grotesque, insectoid frames covered in thick, gleaming black exoskeletons that radiated a faint green glow through jagged cracks. their six limbs were built for destruction; two massive arms wielded long, spear-like weapons that pulsed with an ominous energy, while their lower limbs looked like they could crush steel beams with ease. each of their heads was adorned with massive, curved horns, and their glowing, predatory eyes scanned the approaching group with cold precision. as soon as the champions' group and rex came within a certain distance of the entrance, the doorkeepers moved. with deliberate, thunderous steps, they advanced forward, blocking the path. the sound of their heavy limbs meeting the organic ground reverberated through the hangar. they crossed their energy spears in front of the group in one smooth motion, the tips of the weapons humming with dangerous power. rex froze in his tracks, his instincts screaming at him to be on high alert. his suit's scanners activated almost instantly, analyzing the immense energy readings emanating from the doorkeepers. [scan complete.] threat level: tier 6 (peak). warning: individuals detected possess stellar energy manipulation and enhanced organic durability. combat is not recommended without appropriate support. rex's breath hitched slightly. these weren't just guards; they were some of the strongest beings he had ever seen. if he made one wrong move, these doorkeepers could end him before he even had time to react. the champions accompanying rex stopped in unison, their movements calm and rehearsed, as if this were a routine occurrence for them. one of the khryssari champions stepped forward, and it was t'kalthar. "we are here under the orders of the hive queen," t'kalthar said, his voice firm but respectful as he addressed the towering guards. the doorkeepers tilted their massive heads slightly, their glowing eyes narrowing as they processed his words. but they didn't move their spears. instead, one of them spoke, its voice deep and guttural, vibrating through the air like the rumble of an earthquake. "the human," it growled, its massive, chitinous face turning toward rex. "step forward." rex stiffened, his muscles tensing. the weight of the tier 6 creature's gaze felt suffocating, like he was being crushed under an invisible force. "well, darling~," ys said from beside him, her usual playful tone doing little to hide the slight edge of nervousness in her voice. "looks like they want to have a chat with you." rex shot her a sidelong glance, his voice low. "what kind of chat involves two walking tanks blocking my path with spears?" ys giggled, though it was clear she was trying to ease the tension. "don't worry, they just want to assess you! think of it as a little... test." "a test?" rex muttered, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "great. i love tests. they're so much fun." still, rex knew he didn't have much choice. the doorkeepers massive frames loomed over him, their unblinking eyes locked onto his every move. if he hesitated too long or showed any signs of weakness, it might be interpreted as an insult, or worse, a threat. taking a deep breath, rex stepped forward, his boots sinking slightly into the organic floor as he moved past t'kalthar and the other champions. he could feel their eyes on him, but it was the oppressive gaze of the doorkeepers that made his skin crawl. the immense pressure in the room hit him like a tidal wave, a force that made the air feel heavier, the walls seem closer, and every step feel like a battle against gravity itself. this was a level of energy unlike anything rex had ever encountered before, an aura of power that seemed to warp the very space around it. rex gritted his teeth, his armor straining slightly as he forced himself to move forward. his hud was blaring multiple warnings in his vision, the words "extreme gravitational stress detected" flashing across the screen. "are you okay, darling?" ys asked, her usual teasing tone absent as she placed a hand on his arm to steady him. she was kneeling now, clearly accustomed to the weight of her mother's overwhelming presence. rex, on the other hand, refused to kneel. his legs trembled slightly, his body straining against the invisible force trying to crush him, but his determination burned brighter than the pain. "don't worry," he said through clenched teeth, his voice unwavering. "i'm good. nothing's going to make me kneel. not today, not ever, unless i'm dead. let's just hope i don't die today." enjoy new tales from empire she gave him a small, worried smile but said nothing, her admiration for him shining through her expression. with each agonizing step, rex forced his legs to move forward. the chamber stretched out before them, impossibly vast and ornate in its alien design. the organic walls shimmered faintly, pulsing with green bioluminescent light that seemed to mimic the rhythm of a heartbeat. massive tendrils and spires rose from the floor and ceiling, creating a surreal, cathedral like atmosphere. after several minutes of walking through the oppressive environment, they finally arrived at what appeared to be the queen's throne, a massive, elevated platform carved directly from the organic structure of the chamber itself. it was adorned with intricate patterns of glowing green veins, resembling the circulatory system of a living being. and there she was. rex's breath caught in his throat as he laid eyes on the hive queen for the first time. she was a towering figure, nearly 20 meters tall, her body exuding an aura of regal dominance and unparalleled power. her shimmering, iridescent black exoskeleton reflected the dim light in eerie, shifting patterns, creating an almost hypnotic effect. her elongated thorax and abdomen gave her a commanding presence, making her look like a living monument to both beauty and terror. her legs, sharp and silver-like, clung to the edges of her throne with elegance and menace. her wings, though folded neatly behind her, unfolded slightly as she stirred, revealing intricate translucent blue veins that glowed faintly, like the night sky etched onto fragile glass. her head was crowned with a massive crest, giving her the appearance of royalty beyond comprehension. six glowing green eyes stared down at rex, burning with intelligence, predatory cunning, and an almost supernatural awareness. her long, elegant mandibles twitched faintly, a subtle reminder of her raw physical power. his scanners immediately flashed an alert in his hud: [scan complete.] threat level: tier 7 (peak). warning: run. rex's hands clenched slightly, his instincts screaming at him to leave, to run, to escape this overwhelming presence. but he stood his ground, even as every fiber of his being told him he was standing in front of a living god.

Chapter 224 Confrontation. (5)

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