chapter 173- Being in control 2
Author: D.twister
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

The room reset, and the real chaos only became background noise for the re-ignition of the fight as the air grew thick with tension. Clarke's clones materialized, ready to attack; this time, Stephen had a plan, as did Enoch and Victor.

"Stay focused!" he yelled above the din. "We need to split them apart, get to the core!"

They sprang into action, dodging the first wave of clones. Enoch grabbed a metal chair and swung it at one of the clones, sending it crashing to the ground. Victor fired a shot and took out another before it got anywhere near them. For a moment, the clones recoiled, disoriented.

Clarke merely stood his ground, arms crossed, oozing with confidence. "You really think this will change anything? You're still trapped in my game!"

"Not for long," Stephen said, dashing back to the core's control panel. He had to keep Clarke's attention on him. The glowing core behind him was really humming with energy now.

"Enoch! Victor! Distract him!" Stephen yelled, his head twisting ar
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