Global Awakening: Apocalypse Ender's Chronicle - Chapter 654

Chapter 654: The Duo
Jillian began with a slow, wordless melody…

She hummed with something soft, almost like a lullaby for warriors.

Soon, the notes resonated in the air… Of course, the melodies carried faint traces of magic that affected everyone who heard them…

Wounded soldiers paused as their aches started lessening.

Some tired engineers working under the battered Mechs and Warden Units felt their hands steadier. Even the youngest assistants in the kitchen and infirmary found themselves easing up as their nerves started calming down.

Outside the walls, the effect was even more profound.

Blades or all their weapons grew lighter.

Suddenly, everyone’s senses sharpened.

Their fear and hesitations were gone as focus returned to their heads… Now, they felt as if this was just the start of the Zombie Wave and were filled with focus!

At this time, the frontline defender gritted his teeth as he took on another charging Zombie, only to find his reaction was faster.

Apparently, his strength surged in response to the melody echoing in the air.

“Is that… Jillian?” someone murmured.

“She’s singing,” another answered. “The Bard is here…”

“Hahaha… That’s awesome… I only heard her a couple of times. But I’m sure that’s her!”

“Yes… Her appearance fee is too high. I can’t believe I can now listen to her for free.”

Back in the command center, Arial could immediately tell that the morale had gone up…

There was no need for a System or report from Cloud to know that at all.

The tension that had clawed at the hearts of his people began to ease.

The difference wasn’t just emotional—it was strategic.

“Thank you, Sir Shane…” Arial whispered under his breath. It was as if Shane knew his situation very well and was able to tell just what he needed at this moment…

It was an incredible insight for Shane…

Finally, his eyes fixed on the screens where Jillian continued to sing…

After a few moments, as Jillian’s song continued, she shifted the tune to one that was filled with energy and triumph.

Instead of easing their hearts and calming their minds, this new tune started lifting spirits not just for survival, but for victory.

As Arial listened, he couldn’t help but hope that Jillian would continue to stay here with them…

“She’s really what we need right now. However, the other shelters might also need her help.” Arial muttered to himself…

Apparently, he realized that even in the darkest hours, sometimes what a shelter needs most… is a voice to remind them that they are not alone.

And with Jillian’s music in the air and everyone being invigorated, the New Genesis Shelter was ready once more…

The long night wasn’t over!

***

In the meantime, while the Eclipse Domain wasn’t attacked by two Zombie Lords after 12 hours of Zombie Wave, they were surrounded by King-Type Zombies!

Roar!

The appearance of the King-Type Zombies shook the ground even at the edge of the rear lines.

The Tyrant King appeared at the western slopes with its gray flesh and bone armor around its body…

Then, the Spitter King unleashed corrosive acid barrages from the southern region, eating through defensive barriers faster than engineers could patch them.

As for the east, the Giant King—twice the height of a Juggernaut Zombie, could throw huge rocks and other debris into the shelter’s wall or barrier…

Finally, in the north, the Earth King Zombie, a moss-covered abomination, sent an invisible attack or shockwaves through the land itself…

If this continued, the fortifications of the shelter would be disrupted…

“Seriously… Four of them at all sides?” Shane wanted to curse since he had prepared powerful attacks but it could only cover one direction.

If those four were together, Shane would have an easier time dealing with them!

‘Fine… Let’s do this…’ Shane muttered as he was still unafraid as he glanced at one of the Monuments that were still actively protecting everyone…

[ The Eclipse Sentinel Statue – A monument erected by the inhabitants of Eclipse Domain… It gives the following effects ]

[ Increased Shelter Prestige – Eclipse Domain’s influence has grown significantly. Neutral shelters are now 50% more likely to seek alliances with the Eclipse Domain rather than hostility. ]

[ Merchant Attraction – The statue has become a symbol of stability and prosperity. Merchant caravans from various factions are now drawn to the Eclipse Domain, bringing rare goods and valuable trade opportunities. Expect an increase in visitors! ]

[ Morale Boost – The inhabitants of Eclipse Domain feel a deep sense of pride and security. Shelter members gain a 5% increase in productivity and a 10% boost in Willpower Resistance against mental attacks and fear-based effects. ]

[ Defender’s Aura – The statue exudes a protective presence. Any hostile entity that approaches within a 500-meter radius of the Eclipse Domain will suffer a slight decrease in Strength and Agility. ]

[ Survivor’s Blessing – As long as the statue remains in the shelter, it will provide a Blessing. Whenever Eclipse Domain is under siege, all defenders gain a temporary 15% boost to their overall combat effectiveness. ]

Shane liked this improved version of the Survivor’s Blessing. A 15% boost to their combat effectiveness was definitely a huge deal.

However, Shane wasn’t just hoping for this effect.

‘Those two must be almost done… I hope they make it in time.’ Shane muttered.

***

Amidst this chaos, in a safe area behind the central courtyard, there was a contrasting silence; there was only the sound of the chisel hitting a stone.

“Careful with the base…” Victor Mors muttered as he worked on the Spirit Stone…

“Right… The World Tree’s bark will splinter if the energy flow is too strong right now.” Adrian replied as he swiped the sweat from his brow, his chisel glowing faintly as he poured Spirit Energy into his tools

“I spent a month learning to channel energy with the Elven way, remember?” He added.

Indeed, Victor Mors and Adrian, the two finest Sculptors of the four Shelters owned by Shane, were working together to create this masterpiece!

Before them was a colossal sculpture, nearly four meters tall, and still needed a little work.

Nonetheless, it was almost done!