Under the Skin

Chapter 49: The Primordial

The air grew thick with an oppressive energy as Viktor's true form emerged from the shadows. His transformation was complete, revealing a creature of pure malevolence and power. Standing before them was The Primordial, an ancient being whose existence predated all known history.

Viktor, now towering and grotesque, radiated an aura of darkness that seemed to consume the light around him. His eyes burned with an unholy fire, his limbs elongated and ending in razor-sharp claws. His skin, an amalgamation of shadows and ancient runes, pulsated with an eerie, dark energy.

Kai, Estrella, Kenai, Kim, Risie, and Nick braced themselves, knowing this was a fight they couldn't afford to lose. They charged at Viktor, their combined might and determination focused on defeating this abomination.

Kai led the attack, his fists glowing with the power of his true blood. He struck Viktor with all his might, but it barely fazed the Primordial. Viktor swatted him aside like a mere insect, sending him crashing into the stone walls of the chamber.

Estrella followed, her movements swift and precise. She aimed for Viktor's vulnerable points, but his dark energy shielded him from her blows. With a swift motion, Viktor grabbed her by the throat, lifting her off the ground and throwing her across the room.

Kenai and Risie coordinated their assault, their werewolf forms moving in perfect sync. They attacked from opposite sides, slashing at Viktor with their claws. But Viktor's resilience was unmatched. He caught Kenai mid-air, slamming him into the ground, while Risie was thrown into the wall, her body crumpling from the impact.

Kim and Nick, fighting side by side, launched a series of coordinated attacks. Kim's agility and Nick's strength combined in a flurry of strikes. Viktor's laughter echoed through the chamber as he effortlessly blocked and countered their every move. He knocked Nick unconscious with a single blow and sent Kim sprawling with a vicious kick.

Desperation set in as the group struggled to recover. Viktor's power was overwhelming, his attacks relentless. One by one, they fell, their strength waning against the ancient force they faced.

Kai, bruised and battered, pushed himself to his feet. He refused to give up, the determination in his eyes burning brighter than ever. He charged at Viktor once more, pouring every ounce of his strength into his attack. But Viktor caught him, his claws sinking into Kai's flesh.

"You are no match for me, boy," Viktor snarled, his voice a dark rumble. "Your true blood is nothing compared to the power of the Primordial."

With a swift motion, Viktor flung Kai across the room, his body crashing into the ground with a sickening thud. Darkness encroached on Kai's vision as he struggled to remain conscious. The sounds of battle faded, replaced by a deafening silence.

As Kai lay on the ground, his vision dimming, he heard a voice, soft but insistent, echoing in his mind. "Kai... Let me in."

The voice was familiar, yet otherworldly, resonating with a power that felt both ancient and boundless. Kai's heart raced as he realized the source. It was the essence of his true blood, the latent power within him, urging him to unlock its full potential.

"Kai... Let me in," the voice repeated, stronger this time.

With the last of his strength, Kai reached out, embracing the voice and the power it offered. A surge of energy coursed through his veins, reigniting his spirit. His eyes snapped open, glowing with an intense, otherworldly light.

The battle wasn't over. Not yet. Kai could feel the power of his ancestors flowing through him, a force that could rival even the Primordial. He would fight, not just for himself, but for everyone he loved and everything he believed in.

The final showdown was about to begin, and this time, Kai wouldn't be fighting alone.