The intensity of the bombardment back then was but a drop in the ocean compared to what lay before them.
Mei understood that sending Kevin, who had only just completed Hypermutation Surgery and had yet to fully master his new power, to face such a disaster was no different from pushing him into the abyss of death.
Out of her deep and burning love for Kevin, Mei made a painful yet wise decision—
She entrusted the hope of survival to Kevin.
"Kevin, run. With your speed, you can get away!"
Mei's voice echoed through the research base via its broadcast system.
Those words were both an order and her most sincere wish.
She hoped Kevin could escape this land that was about to become ruins, carrying her hopes and dreams, her longing and faith for the future, and continue onward.
When Kevin heard Mei's familiar yet resolute voice, it was as if an invisible force had struck him. He froze where he stood.
A flash of incredulous shock appeared in his azure eyes, followed by profound upheaval.
The violet-white Collapse Energy Rays, the Collapse Energy Missiles pouring down like torrential rain, and the fission bombs capable of overturning the entire battle—all of them seemed to lose their terror and oppression at that moment, because the only thing echoing in his heart was Mei's voice, filled with love.
Mei's words were like a ray of sunlight piercing the gloom, illuminating the path ahead and giving him permission to flee this hell without blaming himself.
Yet an indescribably complicated emotion surged within Kevin—he could not leave. He could not abandon Mei, the woman he loved deeply and would protect with his life.
He lowered his head, his fingers clenching into fists, every muscle in his body taut.
It was hatred for his