Chapter 1637: Facing the Old King
Several hours earlier.
Outside Zulbahar, in the Corpsewood Forest.
Inside a bus that had been completely transformed into an independent life-form.
After hearing the Mysterious Person's plan,
Even as the Shoggoth Dominator, Eugenis was unable to make up his mind for a time. A foul-smelling substance resembling human sweat continuously secreted from his body.
Tension.
Unease.
Hesitation.
But after considering the past "favor,"
Analyzing the Mysterious Person's strength and the plan currently being carried out on the Zothique Continent, while also recalling M.O.'s arrogant and prejudiced attitude.
Eugenis finally made his decision.
He would betray M.O. and assist the Mysterious Person in carrying out the final plan.
In truth, it could hardly be called betrayal. Eugenis's cooperation with the ghouls had never been fully settled, and he had always detested their habit of raising their price at the last minute, along with their subsequent sour faces and even the possibility that they had deliberately given him false guidance.
"Teacher, are we heading to the Bone Repository just like this, without bringing a single soldier?"
"That's right.
We'll create the illusion that we are gradually advancing toward and invading the main city, forcing M.O. to deploy the Imperial Guard and all his generals for the capital's defense.
Then, using your identity, Eugenis, you'll secretly bring me into the Bone Repository to meet him.
Of course, with your current strength, you can also assist me from the side.
In the end, based on your performance, I will naturally give you some additional rewards... I may even help refine that flawless Shoggoth Eyeball of yours."
"Yes..."
At that point,
The Mysterious Person created several entirely new species on the spot, having Eugenis kill some and capture others alive, disguising it as Eugenis investigating the invaders outside and