Chapter 84: Chapter 84
Watts followed Captain Xu as they made their way towards the transport area.
The space was vast, an open-air terminal of sorts, with sleek black vehicles hovering just a few inches above the polished metallic ground.
They weren’t just ordinary cars; they were high-tech, futuristic transport machines that wouldn’t look out of place in a sci-fi holofilm.
Their aerodynamic designs gleamed under the artificial lighting, each one streamlined for speed and efficiency.
More than fifty such vehicles were lined up in perfect rows, their soft hum filling the air as they idled, waiting for passengers.
Each one had an elegant yet intimidating presence, their tinted exteriors giving them a ghostly, almost predatory appearance.
The setting was methodical, almost militaristic, with various individuals being ushered into the vehicles by uniformed personnel.
As they approached one particular car, a sleek black vehicle with a polished, reflective surface, Captain Xu raised his left wrist and pressed a small button on his watch.
In response, the doors of the vehicle slid open with a quiet hiss, moving smoothly to the sides to reveal the luxurious interior. The inside was dimly lit, giving off an air of sophistication and exclusivity.
Captain Xu turned to face Watts, his face as impassive as ever.
"This car will take you directly to your destination. If you’d like, you can also request it to take you on a brief tour of the city before heading to the tower."
Watts nodded, a small smile appearing on his lips.
"Appreciate it," he said, stepping forward and entering the vehicle. The door closed seamlessly behind him with a quiet click, enclosing him in a cocoon of silence.
The moment he settled into the seat, a smooth, synthetic female voice filled the cabin.
"Welcome, passenger. Would you like to proceed directly to your destination, or would you prefer a guided tour of the city?"
Instead of answering right away, Watts leaned back into the dark leather seats, his mind already working.
He closed his eyes for a second and sent a silent command to Black Box, his personal AI assistant. Can you hack into the car’s system?
The response came almost instantly, a confident and amused tone lacing the AI’s words. Easily. Give me a moment.
Watts smirked slightly, waiting.
The car was a high-tech transport, no doubt fitted with multiple security measures, but Black Box was an evolving AI—an entity beyond what most systems could even comprehend.
It didn’t take long. Within a minute, the AI confirmed its success. Done. We now have access to the full map of Aelon City. Want me to pull it up?
Aelon city is the name of the hidden city in the ocean, there are 3 major hidden cities, one in the ocean, called Aelon, majoring in business and exchange.
This was the city where most economy of hidden cities on earth was handled.
Without hesitation, Watts sent another command, "Display."
A moment later, his vision shifted, and an ultra-high-definition holographic display materialized within his retina.
This was Black box using El Max’s suit HD tech.
The entire layout of Aelon City appeared before him, projected as though it were floating in the air, with multiple sections and glowing pathways outlining the infrastructure.
The first thing he noticed was its sheer scale—Aelon City was a behemoth.
Calling it a city was an understatement; it was an interconnected system of multiple megacities within a single region.
Each zone had its own districts, networks, and security protocols.
Some sections had restricted access, marked by flashing red indicators, while others were open for general transport. The level of detail was staggering.
Watts studied the map swiftly, committing every pathway, access point, and notable landmark to memory in mere seconds.
His super brain processed the information effortlessly, breaking down routes and potential exits with analytical precision.
Got it, he confirmed mentally before issuing his next instruction. Take me around Mi City first.
Mi City was under the jurisdiction of the Mijjory family, one of the major mini cities in Aelon.
If he was going to get involved with them, he needed to understand their territory.
A controlled tour through their domain would give him a feel for the environment before heading straight into whatever awaited him at the tower.
Acknowledging his command, Black Box seamlessly fed the new instructions into the vehicle’s system.
A soft beep confirmed the change, and the car began to move, lifting gently off the ground and gliding forward with eerie smoothness.
The ride was so seamless that if Watts hadn’t been watching through the window, he wouldn’t have even realized they were moving.
Leaning back into the plush seat, he took a moment to appreciate the car’s interior.
The dark, soft leather upholstery was of premium quality, the kind that adjusted to a passenger’s form for maximum comfort.
he lighting was minimal, just enough to provide a subtle glow along the edges of the seating area.
Tinted windows ensured complete privacy, blocking any view from outside while still allowing him to see the city’s bright, sprawling structures as they passed by.
A small section near his seat caught his attention. It housed a neatly arranged assortment of beverages, including fine liquors, premium water, and energy drinks.
Beside it, a compact mini-fridge contained a variety of fresh fruits, all meticulously arranged.
The attention to detail was impeccable.
Without hesitation, Watts reached for a fruit—a perfectly ripe apple—and took a bite.
The crisp texture and slightly sweet, slightly tangy taste filled his mouth as he chewed thoughtfully. His mind was already calculating his next moves.
Soon, he thought. Soon, we’ll see just how much control I can really take over this place.
Captain Xu stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his gaze following the hover car as it ascended into the air, seamlessly merging with the steady stream of vehicles navigating through the city’s aerial highways.
He waited a moment longer, ensuring that Watts was truly on his way before lifting his wrist to activate his communicator.
The sleek black device emitted a soft beep before a voice on the other end responded.
"Watts is on the move," Captain Xu reported. "Based on what I know about him, he probably chose to take the scenic route. He’s a curious one. I estimate he’ll reach the tower in about two hours."
A brief silence followed before the voice returned, curt and emotionless. "Understood. Resume your duties."
Xu exhaled quietly, letting his shoulders relax slightly.
With a final glance toward the sky, he turned on his heel and strode back toward his post.
Meanwhile, inside the hover car, Watts leaned back into the plush leather seat, eyes shifting between the panoramic view outside and the real-time data displayed in his vision by Black Box.
The AI had successfully integrated into the vehicle’s system, granting him unrestricted access to its navigation and data streams.
The car’s smooth acceleration carried him high above the ground, offering an unobstructed view of the vast urban sprawl that stretched out in all directions.
The sky above was a deep azure, punctuated by towering skyscrapers with gleaming surfaces that reflected the golden light of Aelon’s artificial sun system.
Below him, sprawling districts buzzed with life, each designated for a specific purpose—residential zones, commercial hubs, entertainment sectors, and more.
The streets below were bustling, but here in the skies, the traffic was orderly, guided by the city’s highly advanced AI-driven control systems.
For the first thirty minutes, Watts took in the sights, committing everything to memory.
The AI-driven navigation system automatically adjusted his route for an optimal tour of Mi City, the heart of the Mijjory family’s domain.
Then, as the hover car gradually reduced its speed, Watts saw something that caught his attention—a massive, shimmering barrier stretching across the sky.
It pulsated with energy, a translucent but impenetrable wall embedded with high-sensitive components that monitored every individual and vehicle passing through.
Even from this distance, Watts could sense the overwhelming security protocols embedded into the system. His eyes narrowed slightly.
Using his Eyes of the Universe, he focused on the barrier, and instantly, streams of data flooded his mind.
The entire security network unfolded before him—the history of its construction, the layered defense systems, the algorithms running the scanners, and most importantly, the command center overseeing it all.
The barrier wasn’t just for show.
It was the ultimate checkpoint, capable of instantly scanning and identifying any person or object attempting to pass through.
Criminals, contraband, unauthorized travelers—nothing escaped its detection.
The moment anyone unauthorized attempted to bypass the barrier, the city’s AI-driven law enforcement would be notified.
Within seconds, alerts would be broadcast to every citizen, offering high-value rewards for any information leading to the capture of the intruder.
There was no escape once one was flagged.
"Hmm. Effective," Watts muttered to himself, allowing the information to settle in his mind.
As his car approached the checkpoint, a gentle pulse of light swept over the vehicle.
Within a second, a confirmation beep sounded within the cabin, signaling that his credentials had been authenticated.
Watts didn’t flinch as the car seamlessly passed through the glittering wall, feeling the slightest tingle of energy brush against his skin.
The moment he was on the other side, the city beyond unfolded before him, more vivid and bustling than anything he had seen before.
"Welcome to Mi City," Black Box’s voice chimed in his mind.
Watts grinned. "Now, let’s see what this place has to offer."
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