Virtual Reality Cultivator-Chapter 40: Attack on the Hideout

BZZT!

Vincent's voice came through the radio, panicked. "We've got a big problem! I just intercepted a signal of a large force moving toward our location!"

Claire immediately stood up, staring at the digital map. "Damn... They're coming faster than we thought!"

Ethan clenched his fists, the Qi in his body still pulsing after his True Qi Mastery training with Lazarus. He could feel the energy flowing stronger than before, but this wasn't the time to test his abilities in training—this was a real battle.

Adrian looked at Vincent's screen. "How many enemies are coming?"

Vincent typed quickly, his eyes glued to the screen with tension. "From what I can detect, there are at least two dozen Zenith soldiers. They're coming with some small air vehicles and a warship at sea. Looks like they're not going to let us escape this time."

Claire gritted her teeth. "That means we have to hold them off until we find an escape route."

Lazarus turned to Ethan. "This will be the real test for you, Ethan. Are you ready?"

Ethan took a deep breath and nodded. "I have no choice. This time, I won't just survive... I'll fight back!"

The Battle Begins

Outside the hideout cave, the Zenith forces began to move.

Small helicopters hovered in the air, their searchlights scanning the rocky land around the island. Soldiers in black combat gear, equipped with advanced weaponry, jumped out of the aerial vehicles, their weapons ready to fire at any moment.

Among them stood a figure taller than the rest—Specter.

His glowing red eyes stared toward the cave entrance with a sharp gaze.

"I've finally found him."

He raised his hand, giving a brief command.

"Destroy them."

The Zenith soldiers immediately moved forward, their weapons crackling with artificial Qi energy.

Cave Defense

BOOM!

An explosion rocked the entrance of the cave as the first rocket hit the stone wall, sending dust and debris flying.

Ethan and his team took cover inside, hearing the enemy's footsteps getting closer.

"They're inside!" Vincent shouted.

Claire took position behind a large pile of rocks, her weapon ready. "Adrian, provide cover fire! Ethan, Lazarus—handle them up close!"

BANG! BANG!

Adrian began firing energy bullets toward the incoming Zenith soldiers. Several were hit and fell, but most quickly took cover and returned fire.

Ethan saw two soldiers approaching at high speed, their bodies moving like lightning due to artificial Qi enhancements.

"I'll handle them!"

Ethan channeled Thunderstep, his body moving with incredible speed before the two soldiers could strike.

"Rapid Slash!"

BOOM!

With one Qi-enhanced strike, Ethan slammed one soldier into the wall, cracking their armor before they fell unconscious.

The second soldier attempted to attack with an energy blade, but Ethan read their movement and dodged smoothly, landing a punch to their weak spot—

BAM!

The soldier fell immediately.

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Adrian laughed while continuing to shoot. "Incredible! This kid is way stronger now!"

But the battle wasn't over.

"Move!" Claire shouted.

BOOM!

Another explosion shook the cave, this time stronger, causing part of the ceiling to collapse.

From behind the rubble, Specter emerged, glaring at Ethan coldly.

"We meet again, Ethan Liu."

Ethan clenched his fists. "Specter... I knew you'd come."

Specter smirked. "This time, there's nowhere to run. I'm ending this now."

Ethan remained unfazed. "Then let's see who lasts."

Duel: Ethan vs. Specter

Specter vanished in an instant, reappearing directly in front of Ethan faster than before!

BAM!

A punch slammed into Ethan's chest, sending him flying backward five meters!

-60 HP

Ethan coughed but quickly regained his footing.

"He's faster than last time... I'll need to use True Qi Mastery!"

He took a deep breath, letting his mind merge with the energy around him.

And suddenly, the world around him slowed.

"I can see it..."

As Specter launched his next attack, Ethan didn't just dodge—he moved before the attack even happened!

Specter was stunned. "What?!"

Ethan appeared behind him in an instant and—

"Thunder God Slash!"

BOOM!

A full Qi punch hit Specter's back, shattering the layers of armor on his body!

Specter was knocked forward, but he quickly turned, his eyes glowing with fury.

"Impressive... So you've really developed."

He raised his hand, and in an instant—his entire body was surrounded by a massive amount of artificial Qi!

The air inside the cave vibrated violently.

Claire and the others watched tensely.

"He... He activated Full Enhancement Mode!"

Ethan realized that this would be a fight to the death.

"Then I won't hold back either!"

He channeled all the Qi he had into his body, enveloping himself in a golden aura.

"Thunderstep... Maximum Mode!"

Specter grinned. "Let's end this, Ethan Liu!"

And in an instant—

BOOOOM!

The two fighters collided with full force, creating a shockwave that shook the entire cave!

The battle for Ethan and his team's fate had reached its peak.

Who would emerge victorious in this life-or-death battle?