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Chapter 48 - VIVID PLANET

The spaceship hummed softly as it traversed the cosmic expanse, carrying Kylan and Zede to the mysterious planet of Kotisa. Maxine from S'Quad had discreetly attached a tracker to Zymon's ship, enabling the duo to follow his trail through the vastness of space. As they approached Kotisa, a peculiar sight unfolded before them—a vibrant celebration was in progress, marking the arrival of a distinguished guest.

Welcomed as guests, Kylan and Zede entered the lively festivities, their senses heightened by the sights and sounds of Kotisa. The air was filled with exotic melodies and the vibrant colors of the Kotisians' elaborate attire. Among the revelers, the duo sought information about Zymon's presence.

Shula, a friendly female Kotisian, caught their attention. Approaching her, Kylan inquired, "Have you seen anyone arriving on this planet recently? A stranger, perhaps?"

Shula, with a warm smile, replied, "Ah, many have come to celebrate the arrival of our esteemed guest, the king. Join the festivities, and you may catch a glimpse of him."

Zede and Kylan followed Shula's guidance, weaving through the jubilant crowd. Eventually, they reached a place where Zymon's spaceship was parked. Suspicion crept into their minds, and they exchanged glances, sensing an underlying mystery.

Approaching Shula once more, Kylan asked, "Who is the king, and why is there such grandeur for his arrival?"

Shula hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "He is our beloved king, Zymon, a ruler adored by all Kotisians."

The revelation hit Kylan and Zede like a cosmic shockwave. Zymon, once believed to be missing, was seemingly reigning as a king on this distant planet. A shared glance between the two friends communicated their understanding—something was amiss.

Determined to unravel the truth, Kylan and Zede requested an audience with the king. However, due to the ongoing celebration, their plea was met with resistance. Undeterred, the duo slipped away from Shula and seamlessly merged into the lively crowd, their eyes fixed on the grand stage where Zymon stood.

As they approached, Kylan whispered to Zede, "There's something not right about this. We need to be cautious."

The grandeur of the celebration served as a stark contrast to the tension that gripped Kylan and Zede. Suddenly, Zymon's eyes met theirs, and a flicker of recognition crossed his face. Fear flashed in Zymon's eyes as he issued an unexpected command to the entire planet.

"Everyone, to arms! We have intruders!"

The festive atmosphere morphed into chaos as Kotisian military forces mobilized. Zede and Kylan, now in battle mode, took to the air, confronting the unexpected aggression. Kotisian soldiers surrounded them, their allegiance to their king unwavering.

As energy beams and projectiles filled the air, Kylan yelled to Zede, "We need to find out what's happening here, but we have to defend ourselves first!"

The battle against Zymon's forces raged on, and amidst the chaos, the true nature of Zymon's rule on Kotisa remained shrouded in mystery. The duo fought not only for their survival but also to unveil the celestial deception that had entangled them in this unexpected conflict.

The vibrant celebration on Kotisa turned into a chaotic battleground as Zede and Kylan faced off against the entire Kotisian military, manipulated by Zymon's command. The air crackled with energy beams and the thunderous roars of battle. Amidst the turmoil, the two warriors executed a plan to be captured, allowing them a chance to confront Zymon directly.

Kylan asked Zymon how he became the king of Kotisa. Zymon came down from his throne by stepping down the stairs and ordered everyone to leave the palace. Zede and Kylan were in the small prison that can be uplifted by a dozen of soldiers.

Zymon presented Kylan all the predictions, all the engravings and rock edicts that tell everyone about how these kotisians will get their next king. "And boom on the same day and on the same place I came on this planet. And my original dwarf form resembles the picture of the king shown in these edicts. So now I don't want to turn back into the good looking person now they accept me as I am." Zymon smiled his mischievous smile and sat again on his throne.

Zede, more composed than Kylan, looked at his friend and uttered, "Forgive him, Kylan. There might be more to this than we understand."

However, Kylan's emotions erupted like a tempest. He shattered the prison, seizing Zymon by the throat and slamming him against the wall. Accusations poured out, fueled by the pain of losing Alcor and the lives of innocent humans.

"Now he's telling me he changed, killed my idol Alcor, and took the lives of hundreds of humans, including my mom and dad," Kylan spat, his eyes ablaze with fury. "And you're telling me to forgive him?"

As the confrontation unfolded, Zymon's eyes held a mix of fear and regret, but there was also a glimmer of understanding. The complex web of destinies had brought them to this pivotal moment.

Amidst the chaos, Zede's communicator buzzed with a call from SSHQ. The urgency in the voice on the other end revealed a new twist in the unfolding saga.

Aayam said "Zede, Kylan, return to Earth immediately. A powerful being with white beard and an axe has surfaced in Antarctica, he stepped on it and dipped it into ocean, hopefully it popped up again. We need you to assess the situation and determine his intentions."

The revelation spurred a sense of urgency in Zede and Kylan. While Metalloids were embroiled in their intergalactic mission, the responsibility fell on the shoulders of Zede and Kylan to deal with the mysterious figure in Antarctica.

Before they could depart, Diego said, "Well, looks like the cosmic circus just added another act. Let's see what this geezer from the ice has in store for us."

"Kylan leave him. That old geezer we met on the way is creating havoc on the earth. We need to go there first" said Zede. Kylan left Zymon's throat.

With that, Zede and Kylan departed from Kotisa, leaving behind a planet in disarray and Zymon contemplating the consequences of his actions.

As they rocketed through the cosmic expanse, the weight of their intertwined destinies hung heavy. The unfolding events promised revelations that would shape the course of their journey, leading them from one cosmic encounter to another.