MTLNOVEL Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Separated!
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The metallic echo resonated like a somber symphony, creating ripples of unease among the Tumat natives. Raditz, with a raised eyebrow and an indescribable sense of horror, realized that these were not ordinary beings but rather mechanical combat weapons.
"In any case, since you're targeting me, I'll eliminate you!" Raditz declared, undeterred by the impending gunfire. He faced the onslaught with unwavering determination.
The dark gray robot took large strides, its body ringing as it opened up its armor, exposing numerous shooting holes. All the weapons were aimed at Raditz, ready to unleash a barrage of shells upon him.
"Come on!" Raditz shouted, prepared for the incoming attack.
The shells erupted, creating a deafening sound and a flurry of explosions. Bright flashes of fire illuminated the dark planet.
The onslaught continued for a full minute, leaving everyone shocked. Who could survive such a relentless assault?
"He... he's still alive?"
"Don't worry, let him be. We can't defy its will..." An elderly man held a frightened child in his arms, trying to comfort her despite his own fear.
If one looked closely, they would notice the trembling in the old man's hand.
"But maybe he can save us."
"Hey! Aji, don't say that. It's impossible. If they hear it, we'll be in trouble."
"Don't cry, boy! There's nothing we can do. We have to face it head-on." The old man's face showed a sense of resignation, as if every wrinkle had become numb.
A collective sigh resonated through the group as they huddled together, their fear palpable.
At that moment, a black silhouette emerged from the flames, its long hair billowing in the burning air. It was the figure of a man. The old man's eyes widened, nearly bulging out of their sockets. He choked on his own breath, coughing uncontrollably. The rest of the group was equally stunned, frozen in place.
To everyone's astonishment, the man emerged from the gunfire seemingly unscathed, his presence alive and intact.
Raditz's strength at that moment surpassed the comprehension of these people. He brushed off the sparks from his hair, clenched his fist, and adjusted his neck.
"Old man, don't crush the child's hope. There's still hope," Raditz said, extending his hand towards the electronic chains.
The Tumat natives panicked, shouting for him to stop.
"No, it will kill us!"
"You shouldn't be afraid of it. We're the ones who should be scared! It knows our location, and there will be new patrols coming! Let's go!"
"It's smarter than you can imagine."
Their gestures pleaded with him, their fear deeply ingrained.
"Do you want to remain slaves forever?" Raditz became slightly angered.
"At present, it still needs to study our physiology to understand human life. It doesn't pose an immediate threat to us. Your spaceship is the real danger. If you can, please stop it!" the old man implored.
Ohh! Raditz realized the truth. The planet were after the energy source, and their spaceship was their prime target.
The old man was right. Even if they were saved now, they wouldn't be able to escape the planet's pursuit. The key lay in neutralizing the chip. For the time being, these people weren't in immediate danger. Raditz glanced at them before rushing back.
Returning to the spacecraft, he found mechanical debris scattered everywhere. The air was filled with the stench of burnt metal and smoke. The enemy had arrived, deploying a group of elite troops. Unfortunately, they had underestimated the strength of Goku, Vegeta, and the others, resulting in the annihilation of the entire army.
"Raditz, what's going on?" Vegeta, still emanating a powerful aura, asked, his battle-ready stance still intact.
The rest of the group shared the same bewilderment, looking to Raditz for answers.
"These are the planet's self-made guards. Their target is our spacecraft. I'll explain everything in detail..."
Raditz provided a general overview of what the old man from Tumat had shared with him, leaving the group astonished by the sudden revelation. It was the first time they had heard of a living planet!
An autonomous consciousness, formidable mechanical forces, and an unknown power...
"Alright, in that case, let's save those people!" Goku exclaimed, his determination clear as he prepared to charge into the chip zone.
"Wait, do we have a way to escape from here?" Krillin's anxiety grew, as he held his arms and trembled.
"Even if the spacecraft regains power and breaks through the obstacles, the metal giant and the tentacle-like arms around it will pose a formidable challenge. And there may be more than one next time."
Raditz sighed. At that moment, the ground began to shake, and a deep, ominous voice reverberated through the earth, as if tens of thousands of beasts were about to surge forth.
"An earthquake?"
"No, it's approaching!"
Before the words had even left their mouths, a dark golden light enveloped the ground, expanding like a whirlpool with a diameter of at least 500 meters around the spacecraft. Their feet suddenly plunged into a dark abyss, and everyone, along with the spacecraft, descended into it!
As they descended into the black abyss, their voices were swallowed by the darkness, leaving them in silence for what seemed like an eternity.
Finally, with a loud thud, Raditz landed on a sturdy surface.
"Ouch! Oh, my back! Oh-"
Raditz felt the pain like a heavy hammer, as if his spine had been shattered. He couldn't help but take a deep breath.
Although it was pitch-black, the cool sensation and pain in his arm indicated that he had sustained multiple cuts, and blood slowly trickled down his arm.
"Damn it, Goku! Vegeta!" Raditz couldn't see anyone in the darkness, only calling out, "Krillin, Gohan! Is anyone there?"
His voice disappeared into the void, without an echo.
Soundproofing equipment! It absorbed the sound, preventing it from diffusing or reflecting...
Raditz realized that there was no one around him and that the others had been separated by the planet!
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