Chương 179: 34.2 Systems?

The ground itself seemed to tremble as the manor vibrated with an unnatural force. I didn't hear the telltale sound of the world changing, but I could've sworn that the very fabric of reality must've changed with how hard and deep the growl went from right underneath our feet.

"I-I'm not afraid... I'm not afraid... I'm not afraid..."

Behind me, Shen had clearly taken the event rather hard, her mutterings clearly showing her distress as her eyes bugged out from their sockets.

"W-What was that..." Shade hauntingly whispered.

"A-An Eldritch-class Vermes," Guidance breathlessly whispered out in response. "At least, I think it is."

"You think?! An Eldritch-class Vermes is hiding right in front of us and we don't even know about it?!" Shade incredulously pointed out. "The Empire should've known about this! They would've sent an entire army of Somatics to try and get rid of it!"