116 Lachlan vs Alfredo Part 1 (1/2)
The two stared at each other for what seemed like a decade; Alfredo dark and evil grin sent shivers down Lachlan's spine, it was like the predator had just found a new play toy. The surrounding researchers were trembling in their spots, unsure of what to do aside from just trying to not be noticed.
”So you managed to get out, that just made things a whole lot more difficult,” Lachlan said.
”Indeed, I quite like this planet and I finally have the chance to destroy it.” Alfredo's grin widened, his black eyes stared through the entire room, phasing through everyone's bodies. ”Of course, that is after I free that damn bastard Jun from his prison.”
Lachlan could already tell what the consequences of letting Alfredo out would have on the world, let alone if they double. ”Unfortunately, I can't really have you do that; I quite like this planet as well and would rather not see it be destroyed.”
Alfredo gave off a burst of maniacal laughter. ”Of I know you would say that. Of course this room isn't exactly the best place for you to fight; you won't be able to summon those beasts of yours so easily.”
The room really wasn't good for Lachlan, the ceiling was too low for Aaron and would still be rather uncomfortable for the Rocs. He would either have to bring Alfredo outside or deal with him here.
'But the people outside' Lachlan couldn't decide. On one side he was at a disadvantage while on the other side, there's nothing stopping Alfredo from killing people in the surrounding areas. Who's the say he won't just run off if he gets outside the room.
There was also Zhang and all the others upstairs. If Alfredo manages to pull off a sneak attack before he could warn them there's a large chance either some of them are going to die or get badly wounded.
'There's just too many risks of letting him leave' Lachlan decided. Although he wouldn't be able to summon Aaron or the Rocs, Alfredo couldn't summon his beasts either. It was just a pure brawl, one vs one.
”So, have you decided yet?” Alfredo asked with a chilling grin. ”Of course I already know which option you've already chosen, so please, entertain me for a while, I need to stretch my muscles.”
Alfredo tone of voice suddenly changed into curiosity. ”I am also interested in something. If I weaken you enough or even kill you, would the other half come out and replace you? It might just straight up finish the awakening all the while skipping all the steps.”
”Awakening?” Lachlan asked, slightly nervous as to what it entails.
”Kekeke, of course, the awakening. The moment one soul regains it's full strength, giving it the ability to create a body for itself and leave the host's body it was previous in. Granted this would just be straight up replacing the original body owner,” Alfredo explained with a menacing voice, he sounded excited but that only furthered the fear in Lachlan's body and mind.
”Well I can't exactly let that happen,” Lachlan said as he scratched his head. He got himself in a defensive position. ”I suppose I'll just have to kill you first.”
Alfredo disappeared from his spot, Lachlan's eyes constricted with shock as he raised his arms to cover his face. A powerful shot went through his entire body, almost shattering the bones in his arm. ”Kekeke surprised you managed to block that.” Alfredo laughed as he was about to pull back his leg.
Lachlan suddenly reached out and grabbed hold of Alfredo's leg, using his control over fire and encased Alfredo's body in a ball of flames. ”Burn, burn into nothing but ash!” Lachlan used his full control and might to increase the intensity of the flames.
”Good! Good! More! More! Keep going I think I'm feeling something,” Alfredo's laughter was still heard even though his body should be burnt up. The ball of flames suddenly burst, inside it was a ball of hair that had been covered by ice.
”Tsk.” Lachlan knew the fight wasn't going to be easy, it was as though Alfredo's other half knew everything there was to know about abilities. Not to mention Alfredo himself knew all of Lachlan's strengths and likely more.
Some of the researchers near them finally snapped out of their frozen state and ran towards the elevator. They were trampling over each other to get there first, kicking, punching, and yanking on people to push them down.
”Haha,” Alfredo laughed loudly at the sight. ”Yes, that is exactly what I wanted to see. Fear and panic, the sight of people killing off others to survive.” The elevator door finally closed and Alfredo's grin widened. ”Unfortunately, I can't just let you escape like that so easily.”
The sound of metal scrapping could be heard before something snapped. It was the elevator's cable, it had snapped before they were able to get out of Alfredo's range. The sound of screaming and crying could be heard through those doors as the elevator fell past the floor.
Johanson was on that elevator, she was the first one on since she was the closest to it. Although Lachlan wasn't sure whether or not she had been crushed to death by everyone getting in.