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Chapter 28 - Chapter 28: Lightning Never Strikes Twice In The Same Place

Journ's silhouette against the darkening sky radiated a formidable aura. As he summoned his last reserves of strength, the ominous clouds overhead began to swell, swirling with menacing energy that mirrored the intensity in his eyes.

With every ounce of his dwindling energy, Journ focused his power into his javelin, a volatile surge building within it. The atmosphere crackled with an ominous foreboding, the charged air tingling with the anticipation of an impending cataclysm.

The already turbulent sky grows darker, the thunder rumbles louder, and the clouds churn more violently. His surging power intensifies the charged particles within the clouds, creating an abnormal concentration of electrical potential.

The increased energy levels provoke an escalating cycle of electrical activity. Bolts of lightning streaked across the heavens, answering his call and amplifying the imminent devastation.

The enhanced energy concentration induces erratic lightning discharges, creating an environment ripe for unpredictable and frequent strikes.

 The immense electrical discharge and lightning strikes not just around Journ but also across the immediate area. The local weather conditions spiral out of control, leading to an intensified storm zone with unpredictable and hazardous lightning activity.

Journ's actions in charging his attack amid such atmospheric conditions not only endanger himself but also pose a significant threat to the environment, potentially leading to catastrophic consequences due to the uncontrolled discharge of electrical energy.

However, his resolve was unwavering; he intended to obliterate anything and everything within his line of sight, setting the stage for a devastating climax that threatened to engulf all in its path.

This was his final gambit, a relentless attack that could only be sustained for a limited duration.

Exhausted from the ferocious battle with Az, he pushed himself beyond his limits, intent on unleashing destruction upon the base and everything below it.

The ground beneath him trembled as if echoing the turmoil within Az's mind. The weight of an impending decision hung heavy on his shoulders.

For a fleeting moment, the notion of self-preservation whispered tempting promises. The image of safety, a tantalizing escape route, loomed large in his mind's eye.

Az contemplated his options, weighing the cost of leaving against the prospect of survival. His hammers, stood poised by his side. With it, he could outrun the imminent destruction, and evade the lethal fate that awaited him if he stayed to face Journ's charged attack.

But as his gaze wandered, it inevitably settled on Lumi, the beacon of hope amidst the encroaching darkness. The brief separation felt like an eternity as Az and Lumi finally found each other amidst the turmoil.

Their reunion, though fleeting, held a wealth of unspoken emotions. Lumi's eyes, though shadowed by the imminent threat looming above, shimmered with an undying hope that radiated from her soul.

Despite the looming destruction, her gaze remained fixed on Az, a silent testament to her unwavering trust in him. It was a flicker of belief, a beacon in the encroaching darkness that spurred Az's resolve. He couldn't let her down, not when her hope lit a fire within him. The thought of abandoning her felt like a betrayal to his very core.

In that instant, the notion of fleeing alone dissolved into the ether. His resolve hardened as he squared his shoulders. The weight of responsibility settled firmly upon him. The choice was clear; escape wasn't an option.

Az stood firm, the weight of responsibility heavy on his shoulders as he took a deliberate step forward. He plunged both of his hammers into the earth, activating their intricate reloading mechanisms. He knew time was ticking, each passing moment edging them closer to impending doom.

Gritting his teeth, Az concentrated, channeling his focus to the heart of his hammers. With a powerful force, he thrust both hammerheads together, the collision generating a sharp, crackling spark. In that electrifying moment, he intended to synchronize the energy between his hammers, an act of unity to enhance their electrical charge.

Yet, with this action, Az understood the risks. The shared surge of electricity would accelerate the effectiveness of both hammers, but it would also shorten the duration of their enhanced power.

For him, however, even a fleeting surge would be enough—a brief moment of amplified strength to face the imminent danger.

In that tense moment, as the air crackled with charged energy, Az steadied himself, preparing for the storm that would soon follow. He exchanged a final look with Lumi, a silent acknowledgment passing between them. With a resolute determination, Az activated the blaster, launching himself towards Journ, who was still immersed in charging the devastating power of his javelin.

As Az ascended above, he intentionally collided with the rubble-strewn ground, a strategic move to reload his hammers. With each collision, he felt the surge of energy coursing through both of his hammer blasters, propelling him faster and faster. It was a calculated escalation, a dance of power and speed building with every reload.

The rooftop base soon became a distant memory as Az breached its confines, rising into the open sky. Journ, having completed the charging process, unleashed the fully charged javelin toward Az. The clash of titans was imminent, two formidable forces hurtling towards each other.

Az's eyes remained fixated on the approaching javelin. He knew he couldn't directly confront the overwhelming power surrounding it, but he had one option—to alter its trajectory.

With precise timing, as he swung his hammers at the tips of the javelin, he unleashed the reserved electric charge within them. The hammer blasters ignited, their speed doubling as they merged their reserved power with the electrifying force of the incoming surrounding the javelin.

In that climactic moment, two powerful beings collide with each other, a clash that could shape the outcome of this chaotic battle. Az, fueled by fierce resolve, screamed out, meeting the full force of Journ's charged attack head-on.

The collision of their powers created a dazzling display, a clash of electricity and force that reverberated through the air.

The air crackled and shimmered with unleashed power as the redirected javelin, now a devastating force of unleashed electricity collided with the side of the base. The energy, coursing through its path, tore through everything it touched, ripping the structure apart as if it were made of mere paper. The once-sturdy walls and support beams crumbled like sandcastles beneath the relentless onslaught.

The tremors echoed like an earthquake, shaking the foundation of the base and rattling the souls of those within. Within moments, the chaos wrought by the javelin's destructive might seemed almost apocalyptic. Sparks flew, and the air buzzed with surging energy, illuminating the night sky with an otherworldly glow.

The sheer force of the attack surged through the structure, setting off a domino effect of destruction. Buildings adjacent to the base splintered and collapsed, trees bent and splintered as if caught in a tempest, and the very ground trembled under the immense pressure. The thunderous roar of the attack echoed for miles, a symphony of destruction.

As the javelin's catastrophic power continued its rampage, it struck the nearby river with unparalleled force. The impact was cataclysmic, an explosion of unprecedented magnitude.

The river, once serene and tranquil, now became a chaotic vortex of energy, transforming the water into mist that shrouded the entire area. The bridge alongside the river was vaporized in an instant, leaving nothing but echoes of its former existence.

In the aftermath, the base stood battered and broken, surrounded by an eerie shroud of dissipating energy and billowing mist. The devastation left behind by Journ's attack was a testament to the overwhelming force at his command.

The base, now spared from the full force of the charged attack, stood as a testament to Az's sacrifice.

Az's efforts to divert the javelin's trajectory drained his remaining energy, both of his hammers, once his faithful companions, crumbled in his grasp. Piece by piece, the remnants of his trusted weapons slipped through his fingers, falling alongside him as he descended towards the ground below. As he plummeted from the sky, he scanned the sky in search of Journ, hoping to locate his foe. 

But what met his gaze wasn't the sight of the alien captain but an eerie phenomenon that sent chills down his spine—an eye vast as a galaxy, its cosmic gaze fixated directly upon him.

A shiver ran through Az as an inexplicable feeling engulfed him—an enigmatic blend of fear and mystery, as if the universe itself had turned its gaze upon him. It was an entity beyond his comprehension, a presence that seemed to dwarf the very essence of existence.

As he plummeted back to the ground, a gesture of defiance erupted from Az. He raised a middle finger toward the colossal eye, a silent vow etched within his heart that he would unveil the secrets of this mysterious entity someday.

The sky remained serene, the eye watching silently as Az descended, leaving an aura of unfathomable mystery hanging in the air. It was a moment that would linger in Az's memory, an encounter with an entity that transcended understanding, leaving him with more questions than answers.