"As long as these three guardian ships are destroyed simultaneously, the 72-hour time loop created by the Sands of Time will be completely broken; otherwise, the entire mothership will fall into an endless cycle of death and repetition."
Annie stood aside, also staring at the data interface, her brows furrowed, "These ’Time Guardian Ships’ are interconnected through extremely complex and highly encrypted multidimensional information network links.
They form a large and stable data network; once one is destroyed, the other two will immediately trigger a self-repair mechanism and activate backup systems, keeping the time chain active."
Hilvia was stationed in front of the altar, holding a scepter as she guided the Soul Contractual Power to its maximum limit to enhance the defense barrier, while uttering prayers, "If we can’t quickly break through these anchors, all our efforts will be in vain...
The Flame of Order must not be extinguished!"
The atmosphere in the Northern Command Hall was incredibly tense, with determination and pressure written all over everyone’s faces.
They knew this was not just a battle but a timeless confrontation between will and faith, a crucial point for the future destiny’s path!
In the depths of external void.
Those three ’Time Guardian Ships’ were hovering like ghosts among the vast sea of stars, with dozens of ring-shaped energy patterns embedded on their surfaces, absorbing corrosive data waves and forming a resonance effect with the obliteration mothership, making the formation indestructible.
This information resonance even stunned high-tier void observers, unable to easily erode or dismantle this tight system.
David led the elite strike team through the hyperspace channel, quickly spreading formation to approach the three anchor points.
His brows furrowed deeply, feeling oppressive forces coming from the multiverse’s laws with every step he took.
"Every minute and second are bets, we have no retreat." He murmured to himself.
Sofia swung her sword to sever the information tendrils entwining the path, endless waves of black and purple corrupt spores came crashing in but were countered by Knight Order with interwoven frost and flame.
In an instant, the lights of swords and shadows flickered into a glorious Chapter, like the resurrection of ancient warriors, once again guarding the cosmic order’s vein!
Hilvia released silver rune storms with her scepter, eradicating tracking data viruses and worms attempting to approach the outer base of the command hall.
"Hold the position; I can’t personally support the frontline, but my power will become the firmest barrier!"
Annie continued connecting to the monitoring network, constantly adjusting hacking programs against enemy code interference, meanwhile utilizing an ancient spell fragment from the secret vault to strengthen her barrier.
"Any small detail could be a critical breakthrough; we must be highly vigilant!"
As they gradually approached the first ’Time Guardian Ship,’
The environment suddenly changed.
Dark void space surged with frantic ripples, numerous shattered information particles flew and hit solid walls, seemingly chaotic yet orderly, akin to some unknown large consciousness controlling everything; flashing rule symbols continuously appeared at the space distortion, like nightmares, twisting and devouring the enemy’s mental foundation!
The unexpected attack instantly pushed the team into a state of extremity; they activated equipment traits to enhance defense while gathering initial spark to inject into weapon systems, maximally countering the black mist intrusion!
Mechanical parts grinding noises came through the air, accompanied by faint eerie whispers stirring the mind, causing waves of unease and fear to rise in the heart!
David commanded calmly and firmly, "Maintain formation! Do not disperse! Synchronized attacks! Target the core control interface!"
As his words fell.
The Knight Order members cooperated seamlessly, each strike igniting icy blue flames or fiery golden flames combining perfectly with the initial spark, making the offensive relentless yet sharp.
They hacked through a shield of pure law-constructed information, penetrating directly into the core defense layer with fierce momentum.
Finally reaching the first protection shield core, as they concentrated all their power and launched a sudden strike, a dazzling red-purple explosive hit the core interface precisely, triggering a chain reaction of an explosive blast, violently tearing apart the internal structure!
But just before the explosion faded away.
The second and third ’Time Guardian Ships’ immediately responded, activating a holographic data transfer backup mechanism through resonance, quickly restoring most of the damage within seconds, and releasing multi-layered sticky intertwined coded electromagnetic grids attempting to block the attack path in the first target area.
Simultaneously deploying a large number of mechanical drones to cover the true body location and launch precise sniping actions hoping to prevent infiltrators from further intrusion...
Facing dangerous situations.
David decisively adjusted strategy without hesitation.
He ordered sternly, "Advance in two groups! Hilvia, coordinate the Knight Order to repel the drone swarm, I will personally lead the main force to strike the second and third ’Time’ central nodes!"
Sofia gazed intensely, a long sword cleaving through entangled coded meshes, "Protect the commander, I’ll ensure you go through smoothly!"
She swiftly shuttled through the ethereal mist, aided by invisible shadows making her movements agile yet unpredictable, swiftly harvesting threatening forces coming from all directions.
Hilvia immediately adjusted the rune array, optimizing the external barrier to the highest protective level, guiding sacred decrees from the scepter multiple times to disrupt the attacking machinery, luring a large number of drones to form a dead angle in concentrated attack directions, making it easier for the main force to break through.
Meanwhile, she continuously chanted ancient spells, providing mental support and resilience motivation for the task executors, ensuring they do not retreat even facing despair!
Annie quietly researched the ever-changing encrypted codes, finding weak vulnerabilities through real-time analysis feedback giving effective cutting solutions, assisting other technical personnel to quickly deploy electronic interference devices, creating valuable time windows for the front-line combat team!
The war frenzy in the vast dark space became increasingly intense, infinite waves of red-purple codes surged, hitting the obliteration mothership’s solid armor, while the elite team relied on unwavering will, coordinated cooperation, and advanced equipment advantages to gradually open gaps.
After hours of intense battle, they finally completed a simultaneous and comprehensive suppression of the second and third ’Time’ structures.
The immense protective shield slowly fractured and crumbled, numerous thermo-nuclear bombs thrown into the core cabin producing violent explosions, thoroughly destroying all hidden key equipment within.
When the final booming dust settled, the air suddenly became tranquil, leaving only distant stars coldly watching this tragic scene...
Meanwhile, along with the destruction of all three anchors.
The 72-hour time loop activated by the Twilight Eye began to collapse.
Spatial distortion weakened, the complex intertwining within multiple planes gradually loosened; the New Era Corps finally welcomed a crucial turning point to break free from the eternal cycle prison!
The air in the Northern Fortress Command Hall suddenly felt much clearer, with people showing long-lost joyous expressions while David and others exchanged affirming glances with each other.
David stood before the first guardian ship, his silver-white armor reflecting a glow of intertwined bluish and fiery golden flames.
His eyes were as sharp as abyssal fire, holding tightly onto the phase dagger adjusted to its limit in his palm.
The air was filled with corrosive informational scent, yet his figure remained as upright as pine, undaunted by the terrifying atmosphere on the brink of eternity.
"David," came Amy’s urgent yet firm voice from the communicator, "The guardian ships are strong, but dividing our attack is the only choice.
Annie and I will handle the other two respectively, you lead to break through the first core."
David’s brows slightly frowned but then revealed a burst of fighting spirit, "Understood, separate but maintain contact, I won’t allow anyone to be isolated."
At the same time, Amy and Annie were quietly slipping into the defense of the second and third ’Time Guardian Ships.’