159. Way to Xenon 3

(Gwen POV)

- We can't let the trap go off and explode. - After a moment of silence, Lex took the floor.

- If you're right about the power of the explosives, then it's true. - Tetrax said with a nod of his head.

- Why? - I inquired, adding: - Except for the obvious reason that it could kill us if we don't get out of here, of course.

- This planetary system is habitable. On two planets there is life, albeit primitive. An explosion of such force, especially in the center of an asteroid field, could disrupt the orbit of the entire system, leading to dire consequences. - Tetrax said, displaying a hologram of the solar system in which we were now, with a sullen expression on his face.

- Is it that serious? - I asked with concern, looking at the two stars and five planets that were part of this planetary system.

- It's not a 100% chance, but the chance is quite large. We cannot predict the exact outcome of the explosion, everything may end without consequences, or it may end in the extinction of both races. But, it's definitely not worth the risk. Moreover, the catastrophe can also affect neighboring systems. - Lex said as he got up from the floor he was sitting on, regaining his strength.

- Now I understand why you are so afraid of Vilgax. He is an absolute lunatic. - I said with horror, realizing that this bastard is capable of conscientiously conceive such a thing, just for the sake of our murder.

- Pretty typical approach for Vilgax. Not single destroyed planet is on his hands and there is nothing new in such a method. - a bit too calm Tetrax said with a shrug.

- I'm more surprised that Six-Six and Seven-Seven agreed to a job like this. Of course, they are still greedy bastards, ready to do anything for the sake of money, but even they did not fall so low as to agree to such a thing. - Lex said thoughtfully, carefully looking at the hologram, obviously already thinking about a plan of action. I like it when he turns on the commander...

- Most likely, they are not even aware of the power of the alleged explosion. They would obviously not agree if they knew the whole truth, because most likely, with the explosion, they would have sunk into oblivion, along with us. - Tetrax suggested.

- It is truth too. This is just in the style of Vilgax. Especially since two mercenaries are not such a big price to pay for killing insects that interfere with the plans of the 'Great Vilgax'. Anyway, The Omnitrix would survive this and Vilgax would be able to find him without much trouble. - Lex said calmly.

- Grulp-gluuuurrrpp. – unexpectedly, Gluto entered into the dialogue, who had been controlling the ship hovering in cold outer space all this time.

- Gluto right, time is running out. Sooner or later, our opponents will realize that something is wrong, because we have been in one place for too long. At any moment, they can activate the charge. It's time to act. - by some miracle understanding Gluto's message, Lex said seriously.

- What did you think? - I asked with a smile, noticing the familiar gleam in the guy's eyes.

- A lot of things, but we need to act quickly now, so our best option is to set off an electromagnetic pulse of sufficient power to disable all the explosives and Six-Six's ship. - Lex said.

- Will it work? - Tetrax asked, clearly concerned about the difficulty of carrying out such a plan, in our present situation. Still, there is no supernova ready for an explosion nearby that can help us.

- It will be difficult, but possible. From what I've been able to learn from my recent spell, the bombs that Vilgax used are quite simple and use a simple electronic mechanism to activate. Apparently he decided to save money. We are certainly lucky in this. - Lex said, pulling several vials of purple liquid from his ring. Is this really what I'm thinking?

- Well, since you're sure, I won't stop you. Our survival is now in your hands. - Tetrax said a little pathetically, and then asked with all seriousness in his voice: - What should we do?

- Nothing to you and Gluto. Monitor the condition of the ship and be on the lookout just in case. - Lex said and then looking into my eyes, he added: - You, Gwen, have to do the most difficult thing. It is necessary to protect 'The Resolute' from the impulse so that all the electronics do not fry. It will be very bad if this happens. And stupid.

- Don't worry, I can handle it. - I said confidently, happy that Lex had entrusted such a serious task to me.

- I didn't doubt you. - the guy said with a smile, and in one fell swoop drank the liquid from five test tubes at once, then adding: - Use all the protective and barrier spells that you know, as well as the powers of Anodite. Do not save your strength, as the impulse will be very powerful.

- Okey. - I said, while watching with concern, as signs of various aliens began to appear on Lex's body, and all because of the action of the Mr. Hyde Formula.

- Then I went. Do not create an EMP explosion inside the ship. - Lex said with a laugh, when his legs turned into blue flippers, just like an Ampfibian, and his head began to grow and his brain showed, just like a Brainstorm.

- You should take a space suit if you are going into open space. - Tetrax advised, watching Lex's metamorphoses with obvious shock, when his hands became like Lodestar.

- Don't worry, I have mine. - Lex said and black ribbons escaped from his body, which, wrapping the guy's body, turned into his usual suit, at the same time hiding the new changes that were happening to his body. Although, it was noticeable that he became much shorter, and his figure began to resemble a battery.

- Good luck. - I called out one last time before the door closed behind Lex.

- Don't worry, he'll be fine. - Tetrax said reassuringly, patting me on the shoulder with his heavy hand.

- I know, I don't doubt him. His plan will work, as always, but… - I said with a smile, stammering at the end.

- …Yes, I understand. He's clearly not okay. Although outwardly he calmed down, but it is clear that he is only holding back. I don't know what happened before I arrived, but it was something that had a very strong effect on Lex. I didn't think that a man like him could lose his temper so much. - Tetrax said with a sigh.

- I didn't think it was possible either. The problem is, I don't know how to help him. He won't let me. - I said sadly, feeling pain in my heart because of my helplessness.

- Don't worry, you already helped him. Compared to the state he was in just a couple of hours ago, you can see a huge improvement. Don't rush, support him and everything will work out. He will open up to you, I'm sure. This experience will only make your relationship stronger. - Tetrax said with a smile.

Blushing a little at the realization that Tetrax knew about my relationship with Lex, I sighed and, having considered the whole conversation and all the events of today, I relaxed a little and said: - Thank you. Rarely do get the opportunity to talk about these things with someone who isn't involved.

- Please. It's not difficult for me. - Tetrax said with a smile, slapping my back, and turning off the hologram, went to his captain's chair.

Watching the lonely back of the stranger, I still could not restrain my curiosity and asked: - Tetrax, do you have a beloved woman? It's just that you speak so confidently, you clearly feel the experience and I was interested to know the details.

Petrosapien twitched at such a straightforward question, and looked away, clearly not intending to answer anything, but I saw that his cheeks had changed their color a little, compared to the rest of the crystal face.

I never thought that a humanoid crystal could turn red, but it seems that such a thing is possible in this world. Now, I'm wondering what Tetrax is hiding and why he would show such a cute reaction. I need to know everything about everything. My feminine curiosity was piqued….

But before I could get to the bottom of the alien, in my head, and apparently in the minds of Tetrax and Gluto, considering how they jerked sharply, Lex's voice sounded: I'm on the spot. Gwen, you can put up a defense.]

For some reason, nodding my head, I took out of my purse one of the books given to Hope, just for the specialty needed in this situation, and began to cast one spell after another, erecting various kinds of magical protection around the entire spaceship.

There were over thirty barriers with different effects that, in synergy, created an incredible defense that, in my opinion, is able to protect against almost anything. Least, the electromagnetic pulse will definitely not be able to penetrate to us.

After erecting the last spherical barrier, I used all my remaining magical powers to create a final barrier that enveloped the entire ship and all the defenses I had set up. As a result, it turned out that now the entire 'The Resolute' was glowing with a pink light, from the overflowing protection. I have something to be proud of.

- [Well done, Gwen. You've been training all this time for nothing. This is an unbelievable display of magic.] - Lex's voice sounded only in my head.

Involuntarily puffing up my chest with praise and pride for the work done, I looked at Tetrax, who only watched my work with surprise, and said: - Everything is ready.

- Okey. I think we should take your seat. - Tetrax said, fastening his seatbelt just in case.

Sitting in a chair, I did the same and looked impatiently at the holographic screen, waiting for the show to begin. And Lex did not take long to wait, all soon a huge blue flash of light appeared on the screen, which quickly began to increase exponentially, gradually approaching our ship.

I grabbed the armrests tightly, and for good reason, because soon our ship began to shake under the influence of electromagnetic impulse waves, the strength of which was clearly not going to decrease. Luckily it didn't last long and soon the shaking stopped and so did the light show.

- I think that's all. - Tetrax said with relief, after turning to Gluto: - How is the condition of the ship?

- Grrrlpp. - Gluto gurgled, making a sort of thumbs-up gesture with his tentacle.

- Okay, then open the front panels, I want to see the result. - Tetrax ordered, getting up from your seat.

Gluto complied, and turning off the holographic screen, he opened the panels that protected the ship's windshield. Also, getting up from my seat, I went up to Tetrax and stood next to him and began to observe the cosmos, which, unlike the usual, was not dark, but shone under the influence of the remnants of the impulse.

- Unbelievable… - I involuntarily muttered as I watched this beauty, only vaguely imagining the power it took to do such a thing. Seems like I still underestimate Lex's abilities, even now that he can't use the Omnitrix...