Only if one of them held back the Herrscher of the End could the other have a chance to retreat safely.
However, as the supreme commander of Moth to Fire's Flame-Chaser Warriors, Kevin felt it was his duty to step forward at this moment and fulfill the obligation of covering the rear.
"Captain, I appreciate the thought, but this time is different."
His clawed hands tore apart the Collapse Energy Rays projected by the Herrscher of the End, and an unshakable resolve gleamed in Kosma's eyes.
"You and I both know that returning to Earth is not merely about clinging to life. It is for the unfinished cause, for the future of human civilization. Compared to me, who is about to lose control, you are better suited to become the pioneer who leads humanity into the next era."
Vishnu's gene granted Kosma astonishing power. Now that he had completely unleashed that potential, he even possessed the formidable strength to confront the Herrscher of the End head-on.
But how could such power not come with a grievous cost?
As the battle continued, Kosma could clearly feel his sanity gradually crumbling as the wildness of the Vishnu Gene prepared to seize complete control of his body.
Under such circumstances, having him hold back the Herrscher of the End and buy Kevin a sliver of hope was undoubtedly the most rational choice.
Looking at the comrade before him, who resembled a demon, Kevin's heart was filled with conflicting emotions.
He knew Kosma was right. As captain, he should consider the bigger picture. Yet abandoning Kosma and escaping alone was something he simply could not accept.
"Kosma, we can't..."
"There's no time to hesitate, Kevin."
Cutting him off, Kosma's voice carried an unquestionable finality.
"Live on, carrying my share with you."
Before his words