Lord of the Time: I Can Reincarnate Infinitely-Chapter 493 - : Destruction of Ethan

As the veteran team observed Caleb’s creation of the empty energy ball, they launched into a tirade of mockery that was cutting and merciless. "What’s this? A light show to entertain us before your end?" the leader jeered, his voice dripping with scorn. "Did you pick up that trick in a circus, Earthling?"

Another team member joined in, their words sharp and demeaning, "Look at him, playing with a little ball of light as if it’s going to save him. It’s like watching a child pretending his toy can fend off a storm."

The ridicule intensified, each member of the veteran team taking turns to deride Caleb’s actions. "Is this your grand plan? Did you really think such a pathetic display would do anything against our combined might?" one sneered, the others laughing cruelly.

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The mockery was so harsh and vitriolic that even some of the onlookers, initially critical of Caleb, fell silent, taken aback by the depth of the veterans’ disdain. "He must be out of his mind," another veteran added, shaking his head in mock pity, "to think a mere bauble of light could absorb an attack of this magnitude."

Despite the barrage of insults, Caleb remained unfazed, his focus on the luminescent sphere in his hand. As the 10-kilometer-wide attack neared, he tapped into his fusion powers, causing the once empty energy ball to pulsate with potential. With precision and control, he merged the colossal wave of incoming energy with the ball, which, contrary to the veterans’ taunts, absorbed the entire assault, swelling in intensity and power.

The scene was astounding. The once diminutive ball of light transformed, encapsulating the vast destructive force of the veteran team’s attack. It became a glowing beacon of condensed energy.

The onlookers, who had been swayed by the veterans’ mockery, now watched in stunned silence as Caleb turned the tide, using the veterans’ own power against them.

The tavern erupted in confusion and disbelief after Caleb’s deft maneuver. The onlookers, along with the veteran team, were at a loss, their eyes wide as they stared at the now power-infused energy ball in Caleb’s hand.

The leader of the veteran team, his voice a mix of anger and incredulity, demanded, "What the hell did you do? Where did our attack go?" His teammates echoed the sentiment, their faces etched with confusion and frustration, unable to comprehend how their massive, combined assault had seemingly vanished into Caleb’s small orb.

The crowd around them buzzed with similar questions and doubts. "Did he just absorb that entire attack into that ball?" one alien gasped, trying to make sense of the scene. "How is that even possible? That was enough power to decimate areas far larger than this tavern!" another exclaimed, her voice tinged with shock.

Amid the clamor for explanations, Caleb looked around, his expression one of detached amusement. Addressing the bewildered crowd and the fuming veteran team, he said, "You all are like frogs at the bottom of a well, only seeing the sky above but unaware of the world outside."

He continued, "You’re confined by the limits of your own experiences, unable to grasp the extent of what’s possible. Just because you can’t comprehend something, doesn’t mean it can’t be done. Your ignorance is your well, and today, I showed you the sky is much, much bigger than you thought."

As Caleb’s words echoed through the tavern, labeling them as "frogs at the bottom of the well," the onlookers and the veteran team bristled with anger and indignation. They couldn’t accept such a belittling comparison and were quick to voice their denial.

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"This arrogant Earthling! Who does he think he is, talking down to us like that?" one of the veteran team members growled, his fists clenching in rage.

"He’s just bluffing, trying to get into our heads. There’s no way he’s that powerful," another alien in the crowd retorted, their denial stemming from wounded pride and disbelief.

Amidst the growing uproar and refusal to acknowledge his superiority, Caleb remained detached, almost indifferent to the mounting tension. Without a word, he suddenly launched the energy ball, now saturated with the 10-kilometer span of combined attacks, directly at the veteran team.

The moment the energy ball was released, it expanded rapidly, unleashing an apocalyptic wave of destruction that obliterated everything in its path. The tavern, the veteran team, the onlookers, and the entire city were engulfed in a cataclysmic blast, reducing them to nothing but ashes in an instant.

Caleb, foreseeing the extent of the destruction, had shielded his teammates from the blast. They ascended into the air, witnessing the aftermath of the unleashed power. Below them, where the bustling city once stood, was now an expansive stretch of water, a silent testament to the obliteration that had occurred. No trace of land, infrastructure, or life remained; everything was eradicated by the unleashed force of the energy ball.

Surveying the scene of devastation, Caleb uttered a nonchalant "Oops, it seems I overdid it,"

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In the aftermath of the cataclysmic event that annihilated the city of Ethan, news of the disaster spread like wildfire across the galaxy. Major news publications, intergalactic television networks, and the vast expanse of the internet were abuzz with reports and analyses of the devastation.

"Tragedy in Ethan: Millions Perish in Unexplained Cataclysm," read the headline of a leading galactic news outlet. The article detailed the sudden and complete obliteration of the city, emphasizing the enormity of the loss of life and the mystery surrounding the cause of the destruction.

Televised news segments featured experts and analysts speculating on the possible origins of the attack. "Nothing in our records matches the scale or suddenness of this event," one expert commented. "The energy signature detected doesn’t correlate with any known weapon or natural phenomenon. We’re looking at something man-made large-scale attack."

The incident, referred to as the "Destruction of Ethan," became a somber topic of discussion and condemnation. However, in the absence of concrete evidence, there was confusion about who or what to condemn. "We condemn this heinous act of destruction," stated an official in a widely broadcasted speech, "and vow to bring those responsible to justice, once we unravel the mystery of their identity and the means of their terrifying power."

On social media platforms across the galaxy, the comments section under posts related to the incident was flooded with a mixture of grief, fear, and speculation. Alien netizens expressed their horror and sadness:

"How could someone have the power to wipe out an entire city? #EthanTragedy #GalacticMourning"

"My thoughts are with the families of the millions lost. We need answers and justice for Ethan! 😢"

"This is an act beyond terrorism; it’s like a natural disaster but man-made. Who has such power? #SeekingTruthForEthan"

Theories and accusations flew rampant, with many alien netizens speculating about potential culprits, from rogue warlords to unknown cosmic entities. Yet, in the absence of clear evidence, the discussions often circled back to the sheer incomprehensibility of the event.

The "Destruction of Ethan" not only marked a tragic moment in galactic history but also ignited a universe-wide quest for understanding and justice