"Wait, Most Evil Criminal!"
Just as Rono was about to strike, Imu spoke. His tone had changed completely!
There was no killing intent in his voice. Instead, it was full of admiration!
After all, Imu knew it was now almost impossible to kill Rono!
Even if he could, the price would be enormous!
Rather than pay it, he might as well change his strategy!
Imu had secrets of his own. He was not native to this planet!
He was an alien!
Eight hundred years ago, he had come to this planet on his ancestors' orders, and for a particular purpose!
But... events had strayed from the original plan!
That was why Imu kept his appearance completely hidden!
His looks and the traits of his species could never be exposed!
That was his most important secret!
"In eight hundred years, you're the first to push me this far!"
"And your terrifying talent has no equal in all of history!"
"I admire your strength!"
"Rule this world with me, Most Evil Criminal!"
Imu's voice rang with excitement!
His meaning was obvious: he was trying to win Rono over!
He even wanted Rono to rule the world alongside him!
The sudden invitation stunned every Emperor-Admiral Level fighter present. Their eyes bulged and their tongues lolled out!
"Huh? What does Lord Imu mean by that?"
"Was he praising the Most Evil Criminal?"
"Did I hear that right? I've never heard Lord Imu say anything like that to anyone!"
"What's going on? Am I dreaming?"
"He invited the Most Evil Criminal to rule the world with him! Have I gone mad?"
Even the powerful, normally composed Five Elders and Holy Knights nearly popped their eyes out of their heads. Their tongues hung long!
This was the first time they had ever heard Lord Imu invite