Chapter: Confrontation

Zane was struggling to stay conscious. His deterioration was quickly shutting down his body. He had to force himself to stay awake or things would not end well.

Jupiter's consciousness was still an issue. There was still some time left before he completely disappeared. If Zane allowed Jupiter to take control then there was no telling what would happen.

"Hang in there, Zane! We're almost at the laboratory!" Comforted Hades.

They then continued to run with Zane slung over Hades' shoulder. Soon after, they came upon a door that led to the Apocrypha's main laboratory. Almost as soon as they stepped through the door, their eyes met upon a Rank 5 Apocrypha with light-blue skin and oddly grey colored eyes.

"Poseidon! We've brought Zane!" Quickly exclaimed Hades.

"Hades..." He responded— his voice as cool as ice, "It's been a while since I've last seen you. How have you been?"