The sterile scent of St. Mary’s Hospital was a jarring contrast to the smoky, ozone-laced air Kevin had breathed only moments before. He sat slumped in a worn chair beside Lily’s bed, his clothes still bearing the grime of their battle on Apex Island. Aaron and Dennis, nestled in their bassinets, slept soundly, oblivious to the chaos that had preceded their arrival. Lily, exhausted but radiant, watched them with a soft smile. “They’re perfect, Kevin,” she whispered, her voice raspy. Kevin reached out, his hand dwarfing Aaron’s tiny fist. “They are,” he agreed, his voice thick with emotion. He couldn't shake the image of Dark Kevin's malevolent grin, the memory a cold shard in the warmth of this moment.
Insta Empire Reborn - 1
Episode 1: Echoes of ApexThe sterile scent of St. Mary’s Hospital was a jarring contrast to the smoky, ozone-laced Kevin had breathed only moments before. He sat slumped in a worn chair beside Lily’s bed, his clothes still bearing the grime of their battle on Apex Island. Aaron and Dennis, nestled in their bassinets, slept soundly, oblivious to the chaos that had preceded their arrival. Lily, exhausted but radiant, watched them with a soft smile.“They’re perfect, Kevin,” she whispered, her voice raspy.Kevin reached out, his hand dwarfing Aaron’s tiny fist. “They are,” he agreed, his voice thick with emotion. ...Read More
Insta Empire Reborn - 2
The fog hung thick and heavy, clinging to the jagged remains of Apex Island like a shroud. Kevin and moved cautiously through the ruins, their senses heightened, alert for any sign of danger. The air was heavy with the smell of damp stone and decay, a stark reminder of the battle that had taken place here.“Anything?” Kevin asked, his voice barely above a whisper.Lily shook her head. “Just the fog. And a… feeling. Like we’re being watched.”Kevin activated his telekinetic senses, reaching out into the fog, trying to pierce the veil of mystery. He felt… something. A dark presence, ...Read More
Insta Empire Reborn - 3
The shadowy figures, their forms now more defined in the flickering light of Kevin's energy blasts, lunged at them surprising speed. They were gaunt, spectral, and emanated a chilling aura that seemed to drain the warmth from the air. Kevin recognized the symbols tattooed on their foreheads – the coiled serpent, a mark associated with a forgotten cult that worshipped primordial darkness.“Serpent’s Hand,” Lily hissed, deflecting a blow from a spectral blade. “I thought they were wiped out centuries ago.”Kevin hurled a concentrated blast of red energy, incinerating one of the figures. “Apparently not. Focus on Sterling, I’ll keep ...Read More