newbobooks Chapter 264 Stellar Crisis and the Descent of Shadows
Chapter 264 Stellar Crisis and the Descent of Shadows
Faced with the terrifying black star, the scientists of the Alliance Fleet urgently discussed countermeasures. They analyzed that while the black star's gravitational field was strong, it had brief gaps of fluctuation. These gaps could be exploited, combined with the warships' powerful propulsion, to allow them to penetrate at extremely high speed. Simultaneously, to withstand the deadly radiation, they specially modified the fleet's energy shields, adding a layer of radiation-absorbing material.
After careful preparation, the fleet slowly approached the black star. As the distance closed, the gravitational pull intensified, and alarms sounded incessantly on the warships' instrument panels. Upon reaching the designated position, the commander gave the order, and all warships activated their thrusters at full power, instantly unleashing tremendous force as they shot towards the gravitational gap like arrows. In the tense few minutes, the fleet, through precise control and superior technology, successfully broke through the first barrier of the gravitational field.
However, the danger was far from over. The radiation intensity around the star far exceeded expectations, and although the newly modified shields could absorb some of the radiation, their energy was consumed extremely quickly. The fleet accelerated its advance while adjusting the shield energy distribution to ensure the protection of critical areas. At the same time, scientists inside the warships were working intensively to analyze the faint signals received from the black star, trying to find clues to unlock the power of the "cornerstone of the universe."
Just as the fleet approached the core region of the black star, an alarm suddenly sounded from behind. Reconnaissance ships discovered that the Shadow Council's fleet had appeared like ghosts at the edge of the galaxy, rapidly closing in. The Shadow Council's warships left black trails in the air, clearly indicating they were prepared.
The fleet commander knew that time was of the essence and that the mission had to be completed before the Shadow Council arrived. He ordered some warships to stay behind and hold off the Shadow Council's fleet, buying time for the main fleet to explore the black star, while the rest of the warships accelerated toward the target.
The remaining warships quickly formed a defensive formation, activating all weapon systems in preparation for the Shadow Council's attack. As the Shadow Council fleet approached, a fierce firefight erupted. The Shadow Council warships unleashed beams of black energy, beams possessing immense destructive power capable of easily tearing through the Alliance warships' shields. The Alliance warships, relying on their agility and coordinated combat capabilities, continuously evaded the attacks and sought opportunities to counterattack.
In this fierce defensive battle, an Alliance destroyer was unfortunately struck by multiple beams of black energy, its shield shattered instantly, the ship exploded violently, and its crew heroically sacrificed their lives. But the other warships did not retreat and continued to put up a tenacious resistance.
Meanwhile, the main fleet charging towards the core of the black star encountered an unprecedented crisis. In the core region, they discovered a massive energy vortex, into which all energy and matter were being drawn, emitting a deafening roar. Entering the vortex's center to search for clues meant facing immense risks; the slightest misstep could result in the warships being torn to shreds.
There was no turning back now. The commander gritted his teeth and decided to lead the flagship into the vortex first. The flagship activated all its protective systems and slowly entered the energy vortex. Amidst the immense gravity and chaotic energy flow, the flagship shook violently, and various devices malfunctioned. But the crew, with unwavering will and superb skills, struggled to maintain the warship's stability.
Just as the flagship was struggling forward, scientists finally deciphered crucial information from the received signals: the key to unlocking the power of the "cornerstone of the universe" was to fuse it with a mysterious crystal at a specific energy frequency, within the core of a black star. And this crystal was located at the very center of the energy vortex.
Upon learning this news, the flagship accelerated towards the center of the vortex. Meanwhile, the defensive battle behind the lines intensified. After suffering some losses, the Shadow Council's fleet broke through the Alliance warships' defenses and approached the black star.
Can the main fleet successfully find the mysterious crystal and activate the power of the "Cosmic Foundation" before the "Shadow Council" arrives? Can the remaining Alliance warships withstand the "Shadow Council's" frenzied attack? This decisive battle concerning the fate of the universe is developing in an unknown direction, and the fate of the entire universe seems to hang by a thread.