Cockroach entered deeper ruins: a labyrinth of floating broken buildings, where energy fragments glowed from every corner. The energy patterns here differed from the shattered tower; some fragments interacted, creating unpredictable waves.
The Guardians appeared in greater numbers, moving in complex formations. They blocked exits, watched every opening, forcing Cockroach to think fast.
"Damn… this is like a chess game. Every move counts… I have to read their rhythm!"
The first attempt failed completely. Cockroach touched a fragment too quickly, energy waves struck its body, and it was thrown several meters.
"Damn… too fast… must wait until the energy calms… yes, like this."
Day after day, Cockroach observed the Guardians and fragments. It began to notice the pattern of fragment interactions: some fragments resonated together, while others counteracted. It was like a new set of rules in the world's law, and Cockroach had to adapt to every combination.
"These fragments… they're not just sources of energy. They're part of a larger system. I have to understand it or keep failing," it thought.
With patience, it managed to touch several fragments simultaneously, feeling energy flowing through it in new ways. The threat remained, but now Cockroach began mastering fragments gradually, strengthening its awareness and strategy.