Utilizing his incredible speed, Subaru swiftly transported the two terrified individuals back to the room he had initially entered from.
And With their safety ensured, he resumed his mission to locate any remaining survivors within the vast confines of the facility. To his relief, one of the men disclosed a more expedient method that would aid him in his search, offering a glimmer of hope for his mission.
"Wow, those Insects were actually telling the truth when they claimed that this would simplify my mission... Just take a look at that! Almost every single missing person is right there, visible on the screen."
Subaru finds himself fixated on a screen positioned within the confines of a guard room. The screen displays a detailed map adorned with vibrant green lights, some of which are in motion while others remain stationary.
"This will really make everything easy." Subaru's face lit up with a wide grin as he reached for the phone resting on the table. With a swift motion, he connected the device to the computer, ready to download the mind-numbing program that would undoubtedly simplify everything.
"Finally !"
After successfully installing the tracking program on his phone, Subaru quickly verified its functionality before declaring, "It's time to head out." With those words, he bolted out of the room with the speed of lightning, leaving a vibrant streak of orange energy in his wake.
...
With Subaru having finally found a method to locate the individuals trapped within the expansive facility, he decided to adjust his approach.
Instead of meticulously searching each room, he opted to reduce his superhuman speed and head directly towards the nearest survivors from his current position.
"I hope they're still alive" As he navigated through the corridors, Subaru couldn't help but whisper to himself, expressing his hope that those he was about to reach were still alive. Determined, he swiftly made five consecutive turns along one of the lanes, and then...
"H–h..elp!"
As Subaru neared his final destination, a piercing scream echoed through the halls, beckoning for assistance a mere ten rooms away from his current location. "am on my way!," Subaru declared with a furrowed brow, his keen senses picking up on the distress in the voice that cried out for aid.
—His voice does not bode well.
And because of his supernatural hearing abilities, Subaru could discern that the individual in need was in a dire situation.
And Upon reaching the source of the cry, Subaru's worst fears were realized as he laid eyes on a person trapped beneath a pile of debris, their lower body completely engulfed by the rubble.
Subaru's face contorted with a mix of disgust and displeasure as he uttered, "Nah, this is hopeless." The sight before him was nothing short of terrible - it's obvious that the ceiling had collapsed, burying the lower half of the man in front of him under a heap of soil and stones.
But what truly disgusted Subaru was the dark, ominous pool of blood that stained the ground. It was a grim realization that there was no glimmer of hope left for this poor basterd, because presence of such dark blood could only signify that every single organ and bone within the person's lower body had been mercilessly crushed, leaving no chance for survival... but still.
"Surviving and being able to ask for help even in such dire circumstances... Wow, you're one tough son of a gun," Subaru remarked, unable to suppress a slight grin as he looked at the man struggling for his life.
After all Subaru held a deep admiration for those with unwavering will and determination, but the smile of admiration quickly transformed into one of sympathy.
"But it's truly unfortunate that you were unable to fulfill your full potential as a valuable asset to my dearest Stormfront due to the circumstances that unfolded. Your skills and contributions would have been greatly appreciated, but alas, fate had other plans for you...and so am i".
"Ple-ase just hel-p m—
As the dying man gazed at Subaru, he attempted once more to cry out for help, but his desperate eyes widened in fear and his tongue failed to form the words he needed to utter. Just then, a sharp sound pierced the air, followed by a crimson line slowly encircling the man's neck.
Unexpectedly, the man's head and body suddenly disconnected, rolling away in opposite directions, leaving a pool of blood spreading across the ground.
"That's just the funny thing about it man, Up till now, I'd have never used my hands to kill someone, always burned them".
A mischievous grin spread across Subaru's face as he playfully wiped his blood-stained hands on his jacket, removing any traces of the gruesome encounter.
And with a hint of amusement in his voice, he continued, "Well, it seems you were fortunate enough to receive a death that was, in a way, merciful... Consider yourself lucky."
Then Subaru shifted his focus to his phone, eager to discover the identity of the next person in need of his assistance. However, as he glanced at the screen, a perplexed expression crossed his face. "Curious," he murmured under his breath, his eyes fixated on the map.
Some of the green dots representing individuals were darting across the display with an unusual swiftness.
And this abnormal movement piqued Subaru's interest, prompting him to conclude, "Well, that certainly confirms one thing - they are definitely not injured... or dead"
With a sly grin on his face, Subaru shifted his gaze towards the potential location of the people. "Alright, it's time to save them," he declared. In an instant, a vibrant orange aura enveloped his body, pulsating with energy. Without wasting a moment, he darted through the corridors with lightning-like speed, effortlessly surpassing the fiftieth corridor.
Then he came to a halt, and his entire acceleration took him only a mere five seconds.
"I think they are all are located on the other side of this, "Subaru mentioned while running his hand along the surface of an immense wall.
According to Subaru's estimation, this wall spans around one hundred meters in length and fifty meters in width. As Subaru pondered how such a structure came to be, he eventually came to the realization that he had now arrived at the foot of the mountain and subaru didn't need to use his super eyesight to figure that out.
"Amazing!"
Subaru couldn't help but exclaim in awe as his voice reverberated through the vast hall. Gone were the cramped hallways and small rooms, replaced by an expansive space that seemed to stretch endlessly.
And what truly took his breath away was the sight that greeted him when he tilted his head upwards - a breathtaking view of the big mountain bottom, visible from where he stood. The sheer scale of it all left Subaru speechless, his mind racing with wonder and amazement, but then...
"Hk!"
In an instant, Subaru's cheerful expression vanished, replaced by a look of sheer astonishment. His movements came to an abrupt halt as his eyes widened, revealing a glimmer of trepidation hidden within.
Though not outwardly apparent, a sense of unease gripped Subaru, a fear that was entirely foreign to him. "This sensation is truly dreadful," Subaru murmured, struggling to comprehend the unexpected surge of fear that had engulfed him all of sudden.
"The sensation, the sensation is akin to... death!", yet unwavering and filled with fury.
Subaru proceeded with greater care, channeling the intensity of his ruthless determination into his super sight and directed it towards the massive wall looming ahead. Suddenly, "No John!" Subaru cried out in a mix of panic and rage, hurtling towards the wall.
And in a flash, the wall crumbled into nothingness, obliterated by the sheer force of Subaru's impact.
Subaru wasted no time as he soared through the air with incredible speed, not even bothering to brush off the dust. His fists were tightly clenched in front of him, ready to strike.
"OUT OF MY WAY! ".
He roared as Shadows in the form of hands attempted to block his path, but they were no match for Subaru's determination. He paid them no mind, effortlessly crushing them without even attempting to evade their grasp.
Subaru's focus was all on a blond man by the name of John, who appeared to be cornered with a shield of fire materializing in front of him, shielding him from the hands made of shadow, closing in on him.
But despite the protection of fire, it was evident that the hands were closing in fast, threatening to crush John at any moment. The intensity of the situation was palpable as Subaru rushed on, unsure of how long the shield would hold against the impending danger.
"John, don't worry, I've got your back no matter what," Subaru reassured himself silently, though in reality, he was still quite a distance of about two hundred meters away from John.
"The hell!?" Subaru exclaimed in disbelief, his heart pounding in his chest. In the midst of his acceleration through the air, a mysterious figure, shrouded in an eerie darkness, materialized right before him, causing him to abruptly halt and instinctively to back away.
The unexpected encounter left him startled and on edge, his mind racing to comprehend the inexplicable sight before him, but more than that.
"Are you the cause of all the crunches around this damn place!?" he said angrily.
As subaru's gaze fell upon the mysterious figure cloaked in darkness, his eyes blazed with an intense fury. Within the silhouette, he could discern the unmistakable features of a woman, her pointed ears peeking out from beneath a black bridal gown. The sight was undeniably peculiar, but what truly unsettled him was the piercing stare she directed towards him.
—It felt as if she is homesick–but Somehow, I doubted it.
"hey you answer or i will mak–
"I love you"
"Huh?"
"I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you"
"Wait st–
"IloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyouIloveyou...
"..."
Subaru was flabbergasted speechless, but more so...he was scared.
Subaru was no stranger to fear, but this time it felt different different than before. As he stood here in front of this love stricken monster, his super heart pounding like crazy, he couldn't help but reflect on the events that led him to this moment.
'Damn you Subaru... damn you' It all started when he forcefully broke through the wall to gain entry into this place. the consequences of his action was his current regret.
Because In hindsight, he wished he had never made that impulsive decision...but.
–'Meaning letting John and the others die at the hands of this monster... wouldn't that make stormfront sad thought?'
Subaru is well aware of this fact. He understands that stormfront will indeed feel al little sad over their death, but he is confident that her sadness will not linger for an extended period.
From his perspective, stormfront possesses qualities of empathy, resilience, and dignity, yet she also harbors a larger streak of ruthlessness within her character.
Subaru has finally made up his mind.
"Sorry John and everyone here but am completely quite fully totally and all the way out..."
He declared aloud, Completely indifferent to the world around him, Subaru's sole focus was on himself and stormfront. He had no concern whatsoever for anyone outside of their tight-knit circle, showing no regard for whether they lived or died.
Perhaps, if the adversary had been less formidable, the narrative would have taken a different turn.
But he couldn't shake off the feeling that he and the monstrous entity were on equal footing, even though the scales tipped in favor of that mysterious creature.
Nevertheless, he brushed off the thought, realizing that it wasn't worth risking his life to confront such a formidable opponent.
As he turned around, he couldn't resist stealing one last glance at the creature before he embarked on his mission to dismantle the facility, along with everyone inside.
of course doing this to also ensure the safety of everyone outside of this facility.
Subaru's mind filled with determination as he found himself suspended in mid-air. With his hands raised towards the sky, palms facing upwards, a surge of dark orange energy started to gather and ignite. Gradually, it transformed into a colossal energy sphere, crackling with intensity.
"Prepare to be rocked, you monstrous creature!" Subaru exclaimed, his voice filled with confidence.
In an instant, the sphere erupted into a magnificent explosion, unleashing mighty shockwaves that rippled in all directions, forcefully propelling the monster made of darkness away. a few steps back, Subaru watched unsurprised.
"Well, that wasn't my intention in the first place," Subaru remarked before the unexpected happened.
Suddenly, the entire location began trembling violently, as if it was being rocked by a colossal earthquake measuring a staggering 9 on the Richter scale.
"This was my intention, now behold the power of the Maverick, you scoundrel!" Subaru laughed fiercely and grandly.
Following his laught was like a horrifying glimpse into the depths of hell itself.
In the wake of the earthquake, the once sturdy walls of the colossal room were now marred by a network of menacing sudden cracks. The largest of these fissures stretched an alarming three meters wide, serving as a gateway for an onslaught of fiery chaos.
And from each crack, a torrent of scorching, molten flames erupted, engulfing anyone unfortunate enough to cross its path. Amidst this nightmarish scenario, the presence of innocent people only added to the tragedy.
...
At the sidelines of this chaotic scene, two individuals dressed in pristine white lab coats sprinted desperately to escape the cascading rocks that plummeted from the ceiling as a result of the violent earthquake.
Fear and panic gripped them both, their hearts pounding in their chests. Just as they were on the verge of reaching the exit, which had been demolished by Subaru moments earlier, an unexpected turn of events unfolded.
"MARCOS!!!"
A colossal fissure tore open the ground beneath them, causing the woman, to plummet into the abyss. However, her companion, a brave and resolute man called Marcos firmly grasped her hand at the last second, refusing to let go.
And with unwavering determination, he reassured her, "D-on't worry, Angela, I i will never abandon you," as she dangled perilously over the gaping chasm.
"Help so-" As Marcus struggled to keep the woman from falling, he frantically looked around for assistance, but before he could utter a word, his voice caught in his throat as he witnessed a chilling scene that sent shivers down his spine.
"Oh god no...this can't be happening " he whispered, his voice quivering with terror. As he looked around, he could see flames erupting from the fissures, devouring everything in their path.
The intense heat made it difficult to breathe, and the screams of those trapped in the inferno echoed in his ears. The sight of people being engulfed by the flames sent a shiver down his spine, filling him with a sense of helplessness and dread.
"Marcos...why is it hot all of sudden?"
"Uh!"
Startled by the innocent question from his wife, Marcos was abruptly pulled from his thoughts of fear. As he processed her words, he suddenly became aware of the dire situation they were in - trapped in the cracks and facing imminent danger of being burned alive with no chance of escape.
But despite the gravity of the situation, Marcos couldn't help but smile helplessly as he gazed down at his wife, noticing the faint glow of light emanating from behind her.
he already made a peace with the inevitable.
"M–arcus, what do you see!؟, what's going on!? I don't understand why it feels so hot inside here!؟."
His wife, inquiringly, shed tears out of fear. It could have been due to the intense look of hopelessness etched on his face, the deafening screams echoing around them, or the scorching heat enveloping her.
He really couldn't pinpoint the exact reason, nor did he have the luxury of time to inquire. His sole desire at that moment was for their demise to be swift and devoid of suffering, especially for the sake of his beloved wife.
And so. he extended his uunocopyed arm downward towards his wife, then he gently cradled her face in his hand, using the soles of his feet to maintain his balance on the edge. Despite the discomfort, he remained steadfast, knowing that it would all be over soon.
With a tender voice, he whispered, "Angela, close your eyes," locking gazes with his beloved wife for what seemed like the final time.
However, he detested the fact that their final instants were marred by the sight of his beloved wife's eyes brimming with sheer terror and utter bewilderment.
"Marcos wa–
"Angela, my love, please close your eyes... for god sake...please!," he pleaded desperately. Confusion and fear clouded Angela's expression as she tried to comprehend his urgent request. In a rush, Marcos responded cutting her off, his voice trembling with heightened anxiety.
"Marcos I never sow this side of you "As Angela gazed into her husband's eyes, she could no longer ignore the fear and vulnerability he was desperately trying to conceal. Slowly, a gentle smile formed on her face, accompanied by tears streaming down like a waterfall. Yet, amidst the tears, a beautiful sparkle illuminated her eyes as she whispered, "but don't worry because Oh Marcos, am so in lov—.
But then a massive fire erupted from the enormous crevice, abruptly cutting their life short. The flames engulfed them, leaving no chance for Angela sentence to be completed or their futures to unfold anymore. In an instant, their lives were tragically extinguished, forever their story ends.
...
"Damn you subaru...damn y-ou You worthless deserter cowardly dog!" John's fury and fear reached a boiling point as he witnessed the devastation caused by Subaru.
The inferno unleashed by him was a terrifying sight, exceeding the threat of the monstrous dark entity that he was fighting just a moment ago.
The surroundings were engulfed in chaos, with fires and explosions erupting from the cracks that spread like a spider's web across the walls and ground, leaving destruction in their wake.
But unfortunately he wasn't alone.
"What do we do now, John?"
"Yeah this this is looking so hopeless".
"Are we gonna die here!?"
"Oh god no I don't wanna die ... i have a family to take care of!"
As the number of individuals voicing their anxiety and hopelessness about the predicament they were in continued to grow, they rallied around John, who stood at the forefront, utilizing every ounce of his strength to control the icy force in one hand and the fiery energy in the other to push back the scorching heat and cascading rocks, while simultaneously freezing the infernal crevices that sporadically emerged.
"John, what's the plan now?" asked a young blonde girl , barely eighteen, gripping onto one of John's sleeves.
The crowd of people fell into a hush as John slowly turned his head to face the group, then.
"I..i..". John opened his mouth to speak, but the words failed to come out as he grappled with the weight of the situation that put everyone's lives at risk.
His gaze shifted from the group of people behind him to the sky blue eyes of the youngest girl among them, a girl he knew all too well.
In fact, he had personally recommended her for a position at the facility due to her exceptional intelligence and unwavering determination to pursue her dreams. She was not just any employee to him; she was the daughter of a close friend, making him feel a deep sense of responsibility towards her.
However, regardless of all this, John still remains indifferent to the well-being of others. As a highly skilled assassin, he has become desensitized to the value of human life, except for those who hold a special place in his heart.
And Interestingly enough, considering the dire situation they find themselves in, abandoning everyone else and focusing solely on rescuing the girl standing before him might be his sole opportunity to break free from this nightmarish ordeal.
'But by doing that, I might lose my value as a valiant hero in Clair's eyes.'
John's head shook as he pushed aside that thought, his throat clearing as he did so. A smile graced his lips as he locked eyes with Clair's mesmerizing blue gaze, his voice carrying a newfound sense of determination as he reassured her, "Don't worry, Clair. No one, including you, will meet their end here... I give you my word."
Clair's eyes lit up with excitement as she listened to his words, and John couldn't help but feel a surge of joy seeing her like that. Her question, "So does that mean you have a plan?" was filled with admiration and confidence. John's heart skipped a beat at the trust she placed in him, and he silently hoped to have the ability to live up to her expectations and trust.
"Indeed, a plan, a plan that holds the possibility of triumph or failure, yet a plan nonetheless," he announced to Clair and the rest of the group. Some individuals reacted with enthusiasm, while others remained despondent, but undeterred, he pressed on, stating, "However, this course of action may necessitate my absence from your presence for a brief period."
And as to be expected His final remark caused concern and unease among all the people, including Claire, who couldn't help but frown and feel anxious.