Alex and the Apocalypse

Chapter 53 | The Apocalypse

As Alex strolled outside the University of Elysium, he noticed Haney and Nathan rushing towards him. They called out his name, their faces filled with concern.

"What's going on?" Alex inquired, curious about their urgency.

"We just wanted to make sure you're okay!" Haney replied, panting slightly from the hurried pace.

"Yeah, I'm-" Alex began to answer, but before he could finish, a sudden gust of icy wind swept over them, sending a chill down their spines.
Confused, Nathan spoke up, "What's happening?"

In that moment, the Celestial Mother materialized before them, her presence both awe-inspiring and unexpected.

"Celestial Mother!" the three exclaimed in surprise, their voices filled with reverence.
"I won't keep you long, but I must warn you that John is planning a devastating attack on humanity. The apocalypse is imminent," she revealed, her voice tinged with sadness.

Determined and confident in the power he possessed from the ancient book, Alex declared, "We will stand against him. I will use the ancient power to defeat John."

The Celestial Mother nodded, acknowledging Alex's resolve. With a solemn expression, she vanished, leaving the trio to contemplate the weight of the impending battle.

As Alex stood there, absorbing the Celestial Mother's warning, a question lingered in his mind. He couldn't help but wonder why she had appeared so sorrowful before vanishing.

Turning to Haney and Nathan, he voiced his curiosity, "Did you notice how sad the Celestial Mother seemed? I wonder what could be troubling her."

Haney furrowed his brow, deep in thought. "Perhaps she knows something we don't. The impending attack by John might have dire consequences that she's aware of."

Nathan nodded in agreement. "It's possible that she has witnessed the devastation that John's actions could bring upon humanity. Her sadness could stem from the knowledge of the suffering that lies ahead."

Alex's determination grew stronger as he considered the implications. "Whatever the reason, we must be prepared to face John and protect humanity from his destructive plans. We cannot let fear or doubt hinder us."

As the trio returned to their classes, their minds were far from focused on their studies. The warning from the Celestial Mother weighed heavily on their thoughts, distracting them from the tasks at hand.

In the lecture hall, Alex found it difficult to concentrate on the professor's words. His mind kept drifting back to the impending threat and the responsibility that now rested upon his shoulders. He couldn't shake off the feeling of urgency and the need to prepare for the battle ahead.

Haney, sitting beside him, shared the same preoccupation. He absentmindedly scribbled notes, his thoughts consumed by the magnitude of the task they faced. The weight of the world seemed to rest upon their shoulders, and the pressure was palpable.

Meanwhile, Nathan, in a different class, found himself lost in a sea of thoughts. The images of destruction and chaos that the Celestial Mother's warning had evoked played like a movie reel in his mind. He couldn't help but wonder how they would stand against such a formidable foe.

As the final bell rang, signaling the end of the school day, Alex bid farewell to Nathan and Haney. However, instead of parting ways, he had a different idea in mind.

"Hey, guys," Alex called out, catching their attention. "What do you think about having a sleepover at the Celestial Guardians headquarters tonight? Just as a precaution in case John decides to launch his attack."

Nathan and Haney exchanged glances, considering the proposition. The gravity of the situation was not lost on them, and they understood the need to be prepared.