That blurry silhouette hovered before the rift, its presence still so overwhelming that the entire void trembled.
The creatures of the All-World Alliance were still shouting madly, while the wizards from the parallel worlds shivered in despair. But when that voice rang out, everything fell silent.
"I never expected you to come this far." The alliance leader's voice was low and tinged with weariness, like a giant awakened from sleep. "It seems I still underestimated you."
He tilted his head slightly, his indistinct gaze sweeping over the wizards of the Four Great Factions. Then he nodded, as if passing judgment on something. "I acknowledge your strength." His voice rose slightly, carrying the magnanimity of someone bestowing charity. "As compensation, I permit you to join the alliance."
The void fell silent for a moment.
The upper ranks of the All-World Alliance were stunned at first, then erupted into an uproar.
"Leader!" A Level 8 beast covered in golden scales abruptly raised its head, its voice urgent. "These wizards killed so many of us. How can we—"
"That's right, Leader!" Another Energy Aggregate flashed wildly, filled with agitation. "These creatures who call themselves wizards are far too greedy. They're definitely no good!"
"Please reconsider, Leader!"
The commanders whose races had suffered relatively minor losses all chimed in, the wariness and hostility in their eyes nearly overflowing.
They had struggled to secure their places within the alliance. If these wizards joined them, then with their combat strength, it would not take long for them to climb over everyone else's heads.
But the commanders whose forces had been crippled held entirely different attitudes.
A wounded Orc commander struggled to his feet, his voice hoarse. "The Leader is wise! These wizards are powerful fighters. Their joining us is a good thing!"
"That's right! We're desperately