I am the creator of New Life on the Earth
Chapter 289: A Shadowed Encounter

Chapter 289: A Shadowed Encounter

Chapter: A Shadowed Encounter

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The Chapter opens with Adam and Ani standing in a dimly lit alley. The faint glow of a distant streetlamp barely illuminates their surroundings, casting long, flickering shadows on the damp walls. The eerie silence is broken only by the occasional drip of water from a leaky pipe.

Adam’s sharp gaze scans the darkness ahead. He knows something—or someone—is there. Ani, standing close to him, whispers nervously, "Adam, what’s going on? Who are they?"

Adam doesn’t answer immediately, his focus unbroken. His sharp senses detect subtle movements in the shadows ahead. "There’s something familiar about them," he mutters, his tone edged with suspicion. "But I can’t place it."

Suddenly, two faint figures emerge briefly in the dim light, their forms partially obscured by the darkness. Their movements are calculated, almost too fluid, as they respond to Adam’s earlier challenge.

"We’re not here to fight," one of them says, their voice calm but distant.

Adam narrows his eyes, his instincts on high alert. "Then show yourselves," he replies firmly. "No more games."

The two figures remain hidden, blending effortlessly into the shadows. Adam’s frustration grows, but his determination doesn’t waver. He takes a step forward, raising his hand. "If you won’t reveal yourselves," he says, his voice cold and commanding, "I’ll make you."

Without waiting for a response, Adam focuses his energy, summoning his telekinetic abilities. The air around him ripples as he exerts his power, sending a controlled wave of force toward the hidden figures.

The impact is swift. The two figures are knocked out of the shadows, their silhouettes now visible in the faint light. Ani gasps softly as she gets her first proper look at them.

"Wings?" Ani whispers, her eyes widening in surprise as the figures hover midair, their feathered wings flapping silently to keep them aloft.

Adam’s jaw tightens as he examines them. "These... are clones," he says, his voice heavy with realization. "Sona and Tayo... but not the real ones."

Before Adam can act further, the clones abruptly vanish from sight, disappearing into the shadows once more. Ani steps closer to Adam, her unease growing. "Where did they go?" she asks, her voice trembling slightly.

Adam doesn’t answer, his sharp eyes scanning the area. His senses are heightened, and he doesn’t miss the subtle shift in the air behind him. He glances over his shoulder, his suspicions confirmed.

The clones have reappeared, their movements eerily synchronized. Hovering just behind Adam, the Sona clone speaks, her tone laced with mockery. "Looks like you won’t back down easily. Maybe we need to teach you a lesson."

Before Adam can respond, the Sona clone raises her hand. A sphere of white energy begins to form in her palm, its glow illuminating the dark alley. The energy crackles with intensity, the air around it distorting from the sheer power.

Ani instinctively steps back, her heart pounding. "Adam, watch out!" she cries.

Adam remains calm, his body tense and ready. His sharp eyes lock onto the energy sphere, and he quickly calculates his next move.

"I’ve faced worse," Adam says coldly, his voice steady. "Let’s see if you’re as strong as you look."

As the clones prepare to unleash their attack, the tension in the alley reaches its peak. The white energy pulses with growing intensity, casting long shadows on the alley walls.

Adam standing firm, his determination unshaken as he prepares to face the clones head-on.

The glowing sphere in the Sona clone’s hand is poised to strike, leaving readers on the edge of their seats, eager to see how Adam will counter this new threat.

As Adam stares at the glowing white sphere of energy in the Sona clone’s hand, he feels the tension in the air grow thicker. The light from the sphere casts an eerie glow, illuminating the narrow alley in sharp contrasts of black and white.

Ani, standing a few steps behind Adam, watches in fear as the energy pulses dangerously. She clenches her fists, unsure of what to do.

Adam, on the other hand, is calm. He observes the clones carefully, his mind racing with strategies. He speaks in a low, barely audible voice: "Connection."

At Adam’s command, a faint blue holographic screen materializes in front of him, glowing softly against the darkness. On the screen are the words:

[Would you like to copy a skill from your creations?]

Below the message is a list of names, each representing one of Adam’s creations:

______________

Sona

Tayo

Zero

Ninja

Phantom

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Adam’s eyes scan the list quickly. When he reaches the bottom and sees Phantom’s name, he hesitates briefly before raising his hand. With a decisive touch on Phantom’s name, another window pops up, displaying Phantom’s skills.

Adam scrolls through Phantom’s skillset, his eyebrows raising slightly as he notices the sheer number of abilities Phantom possesses. Among them, one name stands out: The Divine Hand.

Without hesitation, Adam selects the skill. Another window immediately appears:

[Congratulations! You have acquired the skill "The Divine Hand" from your creation, Phantom.]

A new message follows, explaining the skill:

[Skill: The Divine Hand

Description: Allows the user to manipulate nearby energy fields and disrupt energy sources. The user can destabilize any skill or energy-based attack, rendering it ineffective.]

Reading the description, Adam smirks. "Perfect," he mutters, closing the holographic windows with a swipe of his hand.

As soon as Adam acquires the skill, his body reacts. A faint, visible fog begins to emanate from his skin, a subtle but undeniable sign of the energy building within him. The air around him grows warm, almost crackling with an unseen force.

Ani notices the change and steps back slightly, her eyes wide with both awe and concern. "Adam... what’s happening to you?" she whispers.

Adam doesn’t respond immediately. His focus remains locked on the clones hovering above, their glowing energy spheres still poised to strike.

With a deep breath, Adam raises his hand. The fog around him intensifies, swirling as if drawn to his outstretched palm. The clones seem to hesitate, sensing the shift in power.

Adam snaps his fingers and speaks with calm authority: "Enough."

At that moment, The Divine Hand activates. A wave of invisible energy pulses outward from Adam’s body, distorting the air around him. The effect is instantaneous.

The white energy spheres in the clones’ hands flicker, their glow faltering before disappearing entirely. The clones, momentarily stunned, lose control of their flight. They plummet to the ground, landing hard with a thud.

Ani gasps in surprise as the glowing threat vanishes and the clones are forced to the ground.

Adam glances at her, a small smile tugging at the corner of his lips. "A new trick I picked up," he says simply.

The clones struggle to get up, their movements sluggish and disoriented. They glance at each other, confusion evident in their expressions. The Sona clone grits her teeth, glaring at Adam. "What... what did you do to us?" she demands.

Adam takes a step forward, his presence radiating confidence. "Your energy," he says calmly, "is under my control now. You’re not a threat anymore."

The clones exchange uneasy glances, realizing they’ve underestimated their opponent.

Adam standing amidst the fading tension of the dark alley. As the clones of Sona and Tayo lie on the ground, visibly disoriented and unable to take flight, Adam smirks slightly, realizing that his skill, The Divine Hand, has successfully disrupted their energy.

Ani, standing beside Adam, watches the scene unfold with wide eyes. She turns to him, her voice filled with awe and disbelief. "Adam... was that you? Did you really do this?"

Adam glances at her, his expression shifting to a playful grin. "Of course," he says with mock indignation. "You shouldn’t doubt me. Haven’t I proven by now how strong I am?"

Ani rolls her eyes, but the hint of a smile on her lips betrays her amusement. "I’m serious," she presses, though her tone is softer now.

Meanwhile, the clones, still grounded and visibly shaken, exchange bewildered looks.

Sona’s clone looks at Tayo’s clone, her voice trembling slightly. "What just happened? Did you feel that? It was like... some invisible force hit us."

Tayo’s clone nods, her wings twitching slightly as she tries and fails to lift herself off the ground. "I don’t know what it was," she replies, her tone equally uncertain. "But whatever it was... it’s blocking our energy. I can’t fly, and my abilities aren’t responding."

Their voices carry through the alley, and Adam’s ears perk up. He frowns slightly, narrowing his eyes as a strange sense of familiarity washes over him. "Their voices..." he mutters under his breath. "Why do they sound so familiar?"

Ani notices his reaction and steps closer. "Adam?" she asks, her voice tinged with concern. "What’s wrong?"

Adam doesn’t answer immediately. Instead, he takes a cautious step forward, his curiosity piqued.

Adam pulls out his phone from his pocket, its sleek metallic surface glinting faintly in the dim light. With a quick motion, he activates the flashlight, illuminating the alley. The sudden burst of light causes the clones to shield their eyes momentarily.

As the beam lands on the clones, Adam freezes. His breath catches in his throat as the sight before him becomes clear.

Standing before him are Sona and Tayo—or at least, what appear to be perfect copies of them. Their appearances are identical to his creations: the same shimmering wings, the same sharp features, even the faint glow of energy radiating from their bodies.

Adam’s eyes widen in shock, his voice barely above a whisper. "Sona...? Tayo...?"

The clones look at each other briefly, then back at Adam. Sona’s clone tilts her head, her expression wary. "Who are you?" she asks coldly. "And how do you know our names?"

Adam takes a step back, his mind racing. "What do you mean, ’Who am I?’" he replies, his voice laced with disbelief. "It’s me, Adam. Don’t you recognize me? I’m your creator."

The words hang heavily in the air, but instead of the recognition Adam expects, he’s met with confusion and hostility.

Sona’s clone narrows her eyes, her tone sharp and accusatory. "You? Our creator?" She scoffs, her voice dripping with disdain. "Don’t make me laugh. Our creator is supreme—far beyond anything you could ever hope to be."

Adam’s heart sinks as her words hit him like a blow. His mind struggles to make sense of the situation. These clones look exactly like Sona and Tayo, yet they seem to have no memory of him or their true origin.

Standing behind Adam, Ani watches the interaction unfold, her own shock mirroring his. She glances between Adam and the clones, trying to piece together the puzzle. "Adam," she says softly, "what’s going on? Why are they saying these things?"

Adam clenches his fists, his frustration mounting. "I don’t know," he admits, his voice tight. "But this... this isn’t right. They’re not supposed to exist outside the Union. Someone... someone must have copied them."

Ani places a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "Then we need to figure out who’s behind this," she says firmly. "But first, we need to deal with them."

Sona’s clone, still glaring at Adam, takes a step forward. "You dare to compare yourself to our creator?" she sneers. "Your arrogance knows no bounds. For that, you’ll pay."

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