Smack!
A skeletal palm struck the armrest of the throne with a sharp crack.
The hall instantly fell silent. Aura, Cocytus, and the others all shut their mouths.
"This debate ends here!"
Ainz swept out his hand and spoke with imposing authority. After so much practice, he had long since mastered the art of acting like a ruler. "Our analysis of the Minotaur Nation's strength is complete."
"Demiurge, Albedo, you both said that the overall strength of the other members of the Central Six Nations would not exceed that of the Minotaur Nation by much."
"That means the danger is well within our control. This operation will focus on investigation."
Ainz spoke in a strong, confident voice.
Life had been far too idle!
Lately, "having nothing to do" was probably the best description of his life. He had long wanted to visit the unknown lands at the center of the continent.
Previously, he had only sent Sebas there, mainly for two reasons.
First: they knew little about the Central Six Nations, and there were unknown risks!
Now that they had thoroughly investigated the Minotaur Nation's overall strength, even if the other major central nations were stronger, the difference would not be too great.
Ainz was confident that even if he encountered danger, he could withdraw safely.
Second: the situation in the continent's northwest!
The human nations to the north were naturally no problem. The key concern was the Slane Theocracy, another power associated with players.
Ainz had to guard against hidden players. After all, the Guardians lacked experience in dealing with them.
But three years had now passed without any movement from the Slane Theocracy, finally allowing Ainz to breathe a sigh of relief.
In fact, after the war three years ago had ended, Albedo and Demiurge had already concluded