Chapter 83: CH 83: Dave vs Mergers (Part 2)
The mergers closed in on Dave, with the Rhicrobird leading the charge. Its powerful limbs propelled it forward, horn at the ready, as it bore down on its target. Just as it reached Dave’s position, the Rhicrobird flapped its massive wings, unleashing a whirlwind of dust and debris. The gust hit Dave with incredible force, but it was no ordinary wind – an invisible power coursed through the air, lifting him off his feet and sending him skidding backward.
Dave crashed against a tree trunk, the impact jolting him. He’d been hurled a considerable distance from the factory entrance, yet his gaze remained fixed on the Rhicrobird, which was now stalking toward him with deadly intent. The creature’s horn gleamed menacingly as it advanced, its eyes fixed on Dave with an unyielding ferocity.
Fortunately, Dave’s exceptional endurance had cushioned the impact, and he emerged unscathed from the Rhicrobird’s attack. For most people, the force of that assault would have been debilitating, perhaps even fatal. But Dave was no ordinary individual; his max-level endurance was a testament to his remarkable physical resilience.
As he stood firm, rustling sounds emanated from the surrounding bushes, accompanied by low, ominous growls. However, Dave’s attention was fixed on the Rhicrobird, which had launched a follow-up attack. Enraged by Dave’s unexpected durability, the creature charged forward, its horn glinting in the light as it prepared to strike.
Seeing how Dave was able to survive its first attack, it just went on to show just how much of a threat he was, and the Rhicrobird was ready to take him down in every way possible.
As Dave got up from the tree where he had crashed into, he couldn’t help but watch as the Rhicrobird meandered its way again toward him.
"All three of them, they were able to produce an unnatural kind of attack." Dave said, thinking about the Mergers’ acts so far. "The Rhicrobird can produce a strong wind energy by flapping its wings. The Spowlder is also capable of decapitating its victims using his large eyes and cob webs."
"And also, the Calilar can produce a large thunderous roar, which causes a large shockwave attack to its victims." Dave said, analysing everything he has seen so far. "They might still have many other things they could do, but I think I’ve seen enough for now. So let’s just end this fight and move on to the next step."
The Rhicrobird was already at his front with its horn ready to pierce through him. Then at the last moment, Dave had moved forward from his position, his hands grabbing onto the horns of the Rhicrobird as he stopped its advances.
Despite the horn’s considerable size, Dave managed to grab hold, his grip firm as he brought the Rhicrobird’s momentum to an abrupt stop. The creature’s eyes widened in surprise, its body frozen in place as Dave maintained his hold on the horn.
The two had instantly locked eyes, and for a moment, Dave and the Rhicrobird engaged in a fierce battle of strength, their muscles straining against each other. The standoff lasted several seconds until it became clear who possessed the superior force.
Dave’s strength proved overwhelming, and the Rhicrobird was slowly pushed backward, its limbs unable to resist the pressure. Its feet dragged across the ground as Dave continued to advance forward as he pushed it.