Chapter 193

McAllen looked through the glass window of the helicopter, coldly gazing at the salvaged icebreaker, which lay quietly on the sea like a dead beast, with a thick layer of ice covering the deck, and the dark openings in the cabin seemed to be telling some unfathomable secret.

The deputy’s voice came from the headset, with a hint of anxiety: “Sir, everyone on the ship is dead, what should we do now?”

McCullen was silent for a moment, his eyes were calm, he spoke slowly, his voice low and cold: “Are there any abnormal signs found on the ship? Did the body leave any clues?”

“Yes,” the deputy responded cautiously, “Most people died of freezing, but some bodies were severely deformed, and their blood seemed to be coagulated by some unknown force. We also found some strange spells and instruments in the cabin. They looked like devices used to manipulate some kind of energy, but most of them were damaged.”

“Ritual…” Macallan repeated the word softly, his eyes becoming more profound, “Their experiment has been initiated, but something has obviously gone wrong. That ship is the bridge to the Supreme Resonance Zone, and now it is sunk. This shows that the power they are trying to control is beyond their grasp.”

There was a hint of uneasiness in the deputy’s voice: “Sir, if these people have failed, has the awakening of the Supreme been terminated?”

“Terminate?” Macallan sneered lightly, his tone full of sarcasm. “You underestimated the determination of the dragon race. Their failed attempt will only accelerate the implementation of other methods. The destruction of this ship only exposes the fact that the power of the Supreme is awakening, and it will not stop because of the failure of these people.”

He turned his head and stared in the direction of his deputy. His voice was as cold as ice. “Block the news. This ship and all the findings on board cannot be transmitted to the outside world. Send an elite team to investigate. Find out the purpose of those spells and their connection with the dragon energy field. If necessary, bring back a complete record. I need to know what they tried.”

The deputy nodded, “I understand, sir. What about this ship and the remains?”

McCarron pondered for a moment and said coldly: “The hull and the remains will be completely destroyed without leaving any trace. Only we are qualified to participate in this game. Notify the Arctic Ocean Base to strengthen the monitoring of the resonance area. If there is any further energy fluctuation, report to me immediately.”

The deputy responded and immediately began to make arrangements.

The helicopter slowly circled up, and McCarron was still staring at the salvaged icebreaker, his eyes as cold and sharp as a hawk. He knew in his heart that this chess game was far more complicated than anyone had imagined, and this ship was just the beginning of the coming storm.

“Supreme…” He murmured in a low voice, with a hint of complexity in his tone, “Let’s go directly to the hatchery now and see how the Supreme is hatching.”
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Inside the Borei submarine, the light was dim, the instruments on the metal bulkheads flickered with a cold light, and the entire space was filled with the tranquility and oppression of the deep sea.

Lu Mingze leaned aside, with his usual indifferent smile on his face. His voice was low and clear in the small cabin: “Don’t worry, brother, Mai and the others have been arranged. Su Enxi will personally send someone to pick them up. They will be escorted to a safe place.”

Lu Mingfei sat in his seat with his hands in his pockets, looking forward with complicated eyes. He did not respond, but his eyes fell on the woman on the command platform who was concentrating on controlling the submarine.

The woman in the submarine’s driving seat stood straight, her fingers operating the console quickly, her movements skillful and calm. Her short hair swayed slightly with the slight vibration of the submarine, and she exuded a tough and steady aura.

“Mom,” Lu Mingfei finally spoke, his tone calm but with a hint of determination that was difficult to conceal, “Just drop me off and go back. This matter has nothing to do with you. I can go alone.”

The woman’s hand paused slightly, but she did not turn around. There was a suppressed emotion in her voice: “Ming Fei, do you really think we will leave you at this time? No matter what you think now, we are your family. We can’t just stand by and watch your decision.”

Lu Mingze chuckled and interrupted, “Brother, they won’t leave. You know, even if you want them to leave, they won’t let go.”

Lu Mingfei raised his head and stared at Lu Mingze sharply, with a warning in his tone: “Lu Mingze, shut up, this chess game was set up by you, don’t try to involve everyone.”

Lu Mingze shrugged, the smile on his face not diminishing: “Brother, I didn’t say to let them get involved. These choices are made by them. Besides, you know, I’m just watching the show from the side.”

The woman in the driver’s seat took a deep breath and finally turned around. Her face was a little tired, but still determined. She stared at Lu Mingfei with a mother’s unique warmth and unshakable will in her eyes.

“Ming Fei,” she said, her voice low and firm, “Why do you think we stayed here? To help you complete the mission, or to protect you? No matter what you have to face, I will be here. Even if there are mountains of swords and seas of fire ahead, you can’t bear it alone.”

Lu Mingfei’s throat moved, but in the end he said nothing.

The submarine slowly moved towards the target area. The deep-sea terrain on the screen reflected strange light and shadows, like hideous faces mocking their insignificance and ignorance.

“Brother,” Lu Mingze’s voice sounded again, with a hint of amusement, “Do you know? No matter how you resist, the final choice is still up to you. What we can do is to accompany you and see how you find your place in this game.”

Lu Mingfei closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and said slowly: “Okay, if you want to stay, then stay. But if something happens…” His voice suddenly turned cold, “Don’t expect me to forgive you.”

The atmosphere inside the submarine became more solemn. Everyone knew that this deep-sea journey was more than just an adventure. The instruments in the cabin made a slight buzzing sound, as if whispering the secrets of the deep sea.

The woman in the driver’s seat tilted her head slightly, revealing a faint smile, but a complex emotion flashed in her eyes: “Ming Fei, since you know we will not leave, there is no need to say these words. No matter what the result is, we are your family, and we will always be.”

Lu Mingze clapped softly on the side, his tone full of joking: “What a touching family drama. Brother, your stubbornness and their persistence are simply a perfect confrontation. However, perhaps it is because of their presence that this chess game does not seem too boring.”

Lu Mingfei glanced at Lu Mingze and didn’t respond. He turned his eyes to the submarine screen, which showed the increasingly complex deep-sea terrain ahead. In the dim light, it seemed as if something indescribable was quietly waiting for them.

“How far is the target area?” Lu Mingfei suddenly spoke, breaking the silence in the cabin.

The woman in the driver’s seat quickly checked the instrument and replied, “At the current speed, there are about ten minutes left.”

Lu Mingze leaned against the bulkhead, looking at the scene on the screen with deep eyes: “Ten minutes is enough for you to sort out your thoughts, brother. What you have to face is not only the conspiracy of the dragon clan, but also your own answer.” “Shut up.” Lu Mingfei’s voice was low, but it revealed an unquestionable coldness.

Lu Mingze spread his hands, shrugged, and chose to remain quiet.

The submarine continued to move forward, and the oppressive feeling of the deep sea became stronger and stronger. The display on the screen began to be disturbed, as if some powerful energy was affecting the surrounding environment. The alarm light on the control panel flashed, and the woman in the driving seat immediately frowned.

“What’s wrong?” Lu Mingfei asked.

The woman quickly adjusted the equipment and her voice became more alert: “There are strong energy fluctuations, like a resonance effect. We may be close to the target area.”

The display on the screen gradually became clearer, and a huge deep-sea crack appeared in front of them. A faint blue light emanated from the crack, like some unknown breath in the deep sea.

Lu Mingze stared at the screen, smiled slightly, and said with a hint of meaning: “It seems that we have reached the edge of the stage. Brother, it’s up to you to perform next.”

Lu Mingfei stood up and slowly walked towards the porthole of the submarine, staring at the deep-sea crack with calmness and determination in his eyes.

“Now that you’re here, stop talking nonsense.”

The sea water in the distance was dyed bright red, like a burning deep sea. In front of him, a huge underwater mountain range rose from the ground and rushed straight to the sea surface, spewing out dense black dust columns. Behind its head were two rows of huge dragon pupils, from small to large, blooming with cold light in turn. Each dragon pupil was composed of countless hexagonal single eyes, dense and deep, as if watching everything in the world.

Its body stretches like a mountain range, its structure follows the rules of the genetic spiral, and countless lives have been sacrificed as the foundation for its growth. Coral-like branches and bamboo-like ends intersect and multiply, constantly replicating and expanding, and finally forming this huge existence, like an eternal giant spirit under the sea.

This is a so-called planetary life form, without the nurturing of parents, and completely originated from the deep womb of the Arctic Ocean. It devours all genes and organic matter as nutrients, completing incredible evolution. However, it is not the sacred image in the ancient dragon legend, but a kind of deep-sea giant catfish over 100 meters long. It carries the remaining coral-like growth terminals, and its appearance is rough and simple, but the two rows of blazing dragon pupils indicate its identity as an intelligent life, although all other characteristics are hidden in its huge and frightening body.

Those compound eyes were like an icy lighthouse, staring coldly at the Borei submarine through the dark sea, as if they had sensed the presence of the intruder.

Lu Mingfei stood by the porthole, staring at the scene on the screen, his face livid. He took a deep breath and spoke in a low voice without a trace of trembling: “Is this the so-called ‘Supreme’? It seems that your legend is nothing more than this.”

Lu Mingze leaned aside, his mouth slightly raised: “Brother, don’t be deceived by his appearance. The real horror is not how big he is, but his will. He is not a simple giant beast, but the embodiment of the core will of the dragon race. Every inch of his body hides unimaginable power and wisdom.”

“In other words, he is not only the embodiment of power, but also the supreme commander of you guys?” Lu Mingfei said.

Lu Mingze shrugged. “That’s about it. But, in the final analysis, the relationship between him and the dragon clan is one of mutual benefit. His birth is a continuation of the dragon clan’s will, but it is also a kind of devouring. The dragon clan monarch wants to borrow his power, and he will in turn dominate the dragon clan.”

The woman in the driver’s seat turned pale, but she still controlled the submarine calmly: “Ming Fei, how long can our shielding device last? Once he discovers us completely, we won’t be able to even get close.”

Lu Mingze smiled lightly, with a hint of amusement in his tone: “He has sensed us, but he hasn’t made a move yet. Brother, the question now is – how are you going to face him? Confront him head-on like a hero, or bet like a gambler that he won’t notice you?”

Lu Mingfei looked at Lu Mingze coldly, his eyes as sharp as a knife: “You say it easily, what about you? Aren’t you here specifically for this kind of situation? Tell me, does this guy have any weaknesses?”

Lu Mingze smiled, with a hint of intrigue in his tone: “He is not invincible, but the cost of defeating him will be higher than you think. His weakness lies in his core, which is the key to maintaining all his life activities. As long as you can break his core will chain, he will collapse.”

“Core Will Chain?” Lu Mingfei narrowed his eyes, with a hint of vigilance in his tone, “You mean, all his power depends on this core? Where is it?”

Lu Mingze pointed at the screen and said softly: “It’s right there, behind the pair of compound eyes, hidden deep in his body. But you also know that it is almost impossible to get close to there – unless…” He paused, with a hint of complex emotion in his eyes.

“Unless what?” Lu Mingfei pressed.

“Unless you are willing to take advantage of the resonance between you and the dragon clan, use your blood to attract his attention, and lock his will on you, you will have a chance to get close.” Lu Mingze’s voice was low, but it struck everyone’s heart like a heavy hammer.

There was a dead silence in the submarine.

Lu Mingfei lowered his eyes, a sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth: “So, you want me to be the bait again, right? Lu Mingze, this really suits your style.”

Lu Mingze’s smile faded a little, and there was a hint of seriousness in his tone: “It’s not just a bait, brother, this is the only chance. If you are willing to take a gamble, this game of chess may really end.”

The giant beast on the screen shook slightly, as if its attention was attracted by some energy fluctuations. The light in its compound eyes suddenly became more intense, as if it was looking in the direction of the submarine.

“He’s moving!” The woman in the driver’s seat had a hint of nervousness in her voice, “Ming Fei, make a decision! Should we retreat, or -“

Lu Mingfei took a deep breath, raised his head, and his eyes showed a trace of determination: “No matter what the result is, I’ve made the bet.”

“But you have to be careful, brother. It’s just an embryo now, but if it eats you, it will almost hatch…”

(End of this chapter)