...
Hey, it's not like we can't cheer P-type on.
Hmh? (Why not write out his name in water or lasers or something?)
That'd probably be easy for Regulus to notice. Which would make him angrier.
...fair enough.
W-Wow! He's actually keeping up! Do you think--
--It's still a long shot.
What? But how?
Take a gooood look at this Prototype fellow.
Yeah, but what does that have to--
If I had to guess, Prototype has likely been infected again. The last time this has happened, it-- long story short-- killed him.
...What?
Of course, that's not to say this constitutes as an instant loss. If he can overcome it, he still has a chance. But it'll be an uphill battle... One that isn't in his favor.
So hey! He can still win this! Whaddya say?
....
...Yeah, that's on me for being a bummer.
...Cranky, with all due-
...Actually, nevermind. We've said "with all due respect" towards you so many times, it simply lost its meaning.
...But ANY outside interference will cause MKII to transform back into Regulus Grande as part of the deal. If any one of us tries to reverse the MKII Virus, not only will we have rightfully "lost the bet", giving Regulus the opening to do whatever he pleases... But it may as well make the virus harder for Prototype to fight back against. Or should it be reminded that the more potent Regulus Curse exists?
And besides, from what I understand, the two of them are to fight as they have been able to in accordance to their forms... That includes MKII and his MKII Curse... And Prototype with his overall willpower.
...That willpower...
...Is exactly why I have chosen to revive him to begin with.
(I know you can do it, Prototype... Fight back against the MKII Virus. Show him your resolve.)
It's Regacron.
I mean...I guess I can't blame you for that. It's hard keeping up with everything here.
Honestly, I have to agree since I was literally late to the most climactic event yet that we've been building up to for ages.
Mhm.
Give up. You obviously can't win in a fistfight.
Hubris, hubris, hubris. I wasn't trying to win the fistfight. I've already gotten what I desired out of our little exchange.
What on earth do you me-
!
..How?
You all are too unaware and possess a too rudimentary knowledge of the MKII Virus. Akin to that of a bacteria, The MKII Virus also adapts to any roadblocks in it's path.
No, not yet. But be prepared.
(C'mon, Proto, don't give up.)
Gee, if only someone was working on a complete list of characters and events.
...Eh? Beta?
Oh, right. He isn't here yet. Hm.
...Where in the world IS he?
...You guys felt that, right?
You mean that world-ending blast of destruction that we didn't even have the CHANCE to stand against? Yeah, I'm pretty sure we ALL felt that.
Great... And now we know that, even if we found a way to unite our powers, like the scroll says, Regulus can still blast us into oblivion. What kind of chance do we still have?
We'll certainly need a back-up plan, should Prototype fail to beat Regulus... I don't know about you guys, but I'm not going to sit back and let Regulus do what he pleases, even if we DO end up losing this "bet".
Dude... What if you guys, like, fused?
All 9 of them? Is that even possible...?
Fused...? Wait, you mean like how you guys did when you became Parallel me?
...Are you saying we all can do that?
...Actually, yes. It's quite possible... You see, the method that these two used to form me- Well, original me- is known as Mind Merging. It is a technique that can only be used by people who are alternate universe variants of each other.
Also, unlike other forms of fusion, it doesn't have a time limit*, lasts as long as we want it to**, and the users' minds are essentially merged into one, so any emotional unbalance can't split it apart.*** Which, of course, means that a certain you know who won't be able to argue against it.
HEY! I swear, if I wasn't trapped in this purple fool's mind...!
Hm... Crazy, but it could just work... But let's see if Prototype can overcome his fight, first.
This match is for all intents and purposes over. A portion of your body has already succumbed to my will.
If you think this is eno--
Do you see it now? It's impossible for you to win.
Why, you--
gurgle
Excellent. Now we know that just like before, all you are is a putrid weakling that can hardly protect everyone, let alone themsel--
No.
Hnngh!
(How on earth has he has he countered my MKII Virus? Of what nature is this sorc--)
I tried to justify the actions behind your shameless acts, your selfish nature, your lack of any sort of emotion other than rage, hate, and the kick you get from watching the world burn. But there's no cushioning the reality of it. There's no excuse. You truly are a monster of the highest degree.
...It seems I haven't destroyed all remaining pieces of your resilience just yet.
Fear not. You still linger in the face of your demise.
You are the sole reason for my suffering. My death. I say you should feel a taste of your own medicine.
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