Cyber Chronicles 2: Prime Voyage

Chapter 19: Past

Bounding off the final building, Lincoln found himself suspended mid-air, his body enveloped in the crackling crimson energy that propelled him forward. The vast expanse of the desert stretched out before him, its sandy dunes punctuated by scattered tents and structures.

As he flew, Lincoln unleashed a torrent of spiked energy projectiles, their lethal force raining down upon the unsuspecting army camps below. Dim screams of confusion and panic echoed through the air as chaos erupted in the wake of his onslaught. The element of surprise was his ally, momentarily keeping the enemy off balance as he pushed his limits.

But the exertion was taking its toll. Fatigue crept into his limbs, a subtle reminder that his energy reserves were depleting. He knew he had to conserve his strength, for there were still challenges to come.

As the last echoes of his energy assault faded, Lincoln propelled himself forward with renewed determination, hurtling through the desert at breathtaking speed. The rugged terrain unfolded before him, a landscape marked by countless mountains that reached towards the sky.

In a moment of instinctual clarity, Lincoln closed his eyes, allowing his consciousness to expand beyond his physical form. His vision shifted to a detached third-person perspective, granting him a broader view of himself and his surroundings. Through this heightened perception, he surveyed the mountains, searching for any signs of activity or concealed threats.

Every crevice, every crag, was scrutinized as he sought out any anomalies or movements that might betray the presence of their leader or his hidden stronghold. The intense concentration that fueled his abilities sharpened his senses, enabling him to discern even the faintest disturbances in the landscape.

As Lincoln's keen senses honed in on the mountain radiating with the distinct shade of kinetic energy that could only be electricity. He knew he had found his target, Haven Alpha. With a surge of determination, he enveloped his body in a solidified energy shell, preparing for the imminent collision.

Like a comet streaking through the sky, Lincoln dove towards the side of the mountain with unwavering speed, propelled by his enhanced strength and momentum. The impact was forceful, yet controlled, as he crashed through the fortified exterior, breaching the facility's defenses.

Inside, the facility revealed a sprawling network of high-tech corridors, pulsating with an eerie glow. The hum of machinery filled the air as robotic arms meticulously loaded advanced weaponry and missiles into secure containers. The robots continued their work with precision and efficiency, unaffected by the intrusion, while human personnel scattered in disarray, triggered by the alarm that had sounded upon Lincoln's arrival.

The facility's interior bore the marks of modern warfare, combining sleek aesthetics with functional design. Holographic displays flickered with live feeds, providing real-time data on strategic targets and surveillance information. State-of-the-art weapon racks lined the walls, showcasing an array of cutting-edge firearms and experimental energy-based armaments.

As Lincoln navigated the complex, his eyes locked onto the containers being loaded with missiles. Each container held the potential for untold destruction, and he knew that disabling them was of utmost importance to safeguard innocent lives.

As Lincoln approached the cluster of missiles, his focus intensified. With a deep breath, he channeled his energy, gathering it within him until it formed a pulsating sphere of energy. The ball grew larger and more volatile with each passing moment, crackling with unrestrained crimson matter.

With a swift, fluid motion, Lincoln hurled the immense energy ball towards the line of missiles. The impact was catastrophic as the ball collided with its targets, unleashing a torrent of destruction in a blazing, straight-line trajectory.