Deep within the underground headquarters, the momentous day arrived as the moon hurtled towards a catastrophic collision with Earth.
They readied themselves to face their fate, their hearts resolute. All eyes were fixed on the display, broadcasting a scene that was a breathtaking blend of awe and courage.
Before them, a colossal red spiral storm unfurled, matching the moon's size, spiraling from Earth toward the moon at a distance ranging from 357,000 km to 407,000 km. It raced at velocities ranging from 16,017 kilometers per hour.
As it drew closer to the moon, the storm transformed, taking on a hand-like form with five limbs at its tip, steadily growing in size. Finally, it reached the moon, swiftly passing behind it to grasp the Sun's hand.
This astonishing sight left the entire Universe in a state of bewilderment.
Suddenly, the storm morphed into a hand, clutching the Sun's hand to halt its inexorable push toward Earth.
People on Earth, their emotions a tumultuous mix, couldn't help but think, "Earth is fighting back, and we're witnessing it."
Some cheered, declaring it a "miracle," Earth's hand," or "God's hand."
Others shouted, "The Gaian Fist."
The collective cry continued, "The Gaian Fist, save us!"
It was as if the Gaian Fist, also known as Earth's Hand, could hear their pleas. It tightened its grip on the Sun's hand, pushing it away from the moon.
In response, the Sun clung to the moon more fiercely, threatening to crush it.
The Gaian Fist, realizing the danger, slowly loosened its grip on the Sun's hand. Suddenly, the Sun began to howl, as if taunting the Gaian Fist.
The Gaian Fist moved closer to the Sun's hand, reaffirming its firm grip.
The Sun's howls turned into cries of agony, emitting waves that caused many species to faint.
Those who bore witness saw the Sun's hand becoming brighter and a darker shade of red than before.
Gradually, the Sun's hand grew thinner, and everyone realized that the Gaian Fist was absorbing it. The Gaian Fist continued to grow, and the moon's descent seemed to slow.
As the Sun continued to scream in pain, voids emerged from its hand, leaping out to feast on the Gaian Fist before returning to the Sun's hand.
Helpless, the Gaian Fist could only tighten its grip and absorb the Sun's hand further, though its fingers became less radiant than before.
Soon, the Gaian Fist began growling more intensely, and blue creatures, similar to the voids, appeared, resembling Aghori creatures from the Aghori planet.
A fierce battle erupted between the blue Aghori and the red Voids on the moon, with the Gaian Fist and the Sun's hand at the center.
The combination of blue and red light produced additive color mixing, resulting in magenta—a color brighter than any other light—enveloping the entire Universe.
As the Aghori defeated and absorbed the voids, merging with the Gaian Fist, both entities turned magenta. The Gaian Fist continued to grow, now twice the size of the moon, and it grew even brighter.
The Gaian Fist began to separate, and as it did, the blue storm also assumed the shape of a hand.
Soon, the Gaian Fist's right side turned red, and its left side became blue. The Sun's hand weakened, and the forceful push from the Gaian Fist's right side caused it to lose its grip on the moon, while the Gaian Fist's left side pushed the moon from behind.
The Sun's hand attempted to grab again, and both the Gaian Fist's right and the Sun's hand engaged in a series of powerful punches. Each punch produced a deafening sound, shaking the souls of all in the Universe, with some unable to endure the immense pressure.
Suddenly, the Gaian Fist's right side seized the Sun's hand and began to transform, taking on the form of a Loong dragon, as it absorbed the Sun's hand and grew back toward the Sun.
Loong (the Gaian Fist) roared and breathed fire as it pushed the moon back to its orbit.
People on Earth couldn't contain their emotions, jumping, screaming, and shouting, "We are saved!"
The entire Universe was in disbelief at the extraordinary events unfolding before them.
As the moon returned to its course, the Gaian Fist's left side released its grip and pushed its axes to anticlockwise. The Gaian Fist merged with Loong, consuming the Sun's hand and pushing it back to the Sun.
As Loong pushed the Sun back to its place and finally dispersed into the Sun, it let out a tremendous roar and breathed fire, calming and refreshing the souls of everyone who witnessed it.
This incredible spectacle brought uproar to the entire Universe.
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In Underground Sector A on Earth,
The Commander, still in shock, questioned his beliefs, "Are we saved, or are we now facing a greater threat than the Sun in the future?"
Zora and Valerie, with wide smiles and hearty laughter, assured him, "We are saved."
Che Cadell hugged both of them and said, "Thank goodness. Sometimes you have to savor the moment. We were literally saved from Earth's destruction."
Evryone roared in happiness that echoed through entire plnaet.
Valerie playfully smacked the Commander's chest and added, "Yes, you big lug. Can you hear the noise everyone is making? That's freedom, and what we witnessed is a miracle."
Everyone continued cheering and shouting, and the entire Earth rumbled with celebration.
In Sector B,
"Why is everyone shouting, Codey?"
Codey, his face lit up with an immense smile and tears glistening in his eyes, couldn't contain his joy.
He embraced Ash tightly and exclaimed, "You missed everything, you lucky mixed bag of luck, you!"
Annarrgeal and Menoetius, standing nearby, shared a unison of happiness as they looked at Ash and said, "We're thrilled that you're back, Ash!"
Amidst the chaos and elation, Ash, caught up in the moment, inquired anxiously, "Where is Leon?"
Codey, wearing a melancholic smile, replied, "He's most likely in Sector A with Amelia and the rest of his squadmates."
Ash, relieved to hear about Leon's whereabouts, sighed in relief and said, "Thank goodness. I was worried he'd blame himself for everything. I hope he's doing alright."
Menoetius then took the opportunity to brief Ash about the incredible events that had unfolded.
Initially skeptical, Ash's disbelief faded as he watched a video capturing the astounding sequence of events.
With a mixture of disappointment and laughter, and despite the pain from his recent operation, Ash remarked, "I wish I could have seen that. It sounds so cool, man."
Codey chuckled, "Only you would say that. The entire Earth was in terror during that time."
Their conversation was interrupted by a sudden rush of people who approached them excitedly, calling out for Ash, Codey, Annarrgeal, and Menoetius. They reassured the crowd and speculated that Leon was probably in Sector A.
As the noise in the room swelled, they noticed a nurse approaching, prompting everyone to make their way towards the exit, retracing their steps as they had entered.
Meanwhile, in Sector A,
Where is Leon, Tell me, Mickey? An unknown guy questioned him while grabbing his throat.
"Jung, how many times must I tell you? I don't know," Mickey gasped for breath, struggling to speak.
Amelia intervened forcefully, shouting, "Stop, Jung! Perhaps it's not our trap he's fallen into, but rather in our favor. Mickey, we may not know who you work for, but steer clear of Auger from now on."
Jung released his grip on Mickey, who swiftly departed.
Amelia couldn't help but voice her doubts, "I don't feel like Earth was saved just a few minutes ago. Look outside and hear that sound—the resounding roar filled with joy. Now look at us; we remain unchanged till the end. Nothing has truly changed. What kind of beings are we, Jung?"
Jung responded with a stoic expression, "We extinguished our last hope. Now you're questioning everything. Don't forget, we played our part in ending him."
Amelia, her smile tinged with sadness, acknowledged, "Yes, I played my part in ending our siblings also. No matter what I do, I cannot redeem myself."
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In DEXTERS HQ on an unknown planet, an unidentified officer humbly sought guidance and asked, "Sir, Midas Cadell, how should we classify this phenomenon?"
Midas Cadell issued a decisive order, "Classify it as a threat on par with the Sun, and find Leon as a matter of urgency. I have every reason to believe he was involved in these events."
Midas pondered in silence, "First your mother, then your father, and now you. What a troublesome family lineage. Erasing you would be a squandered opportunity; harnessing your potential is the prudent path."
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Meanwhile, in The Oldman's realm, a realm shrouded in mystery and wisdom, The Oldman wore a placid smile, seemingly unfazed by the cosmic spectacle that had unfolded.
He mused aloud, "You continue to amaze me, Leon. Who could have foreseen your audacious act of absorbing the Sun's hand, growing another hand in its place, and guiding the moon back to its rightful orbit? Your path is fraught with the potential for salvation or annihilation for this entire universe. Let us see what the future holds for you, Son of Vikora."
[End of Chapter]