Varagon glared at Plague. "Did you think I wouldn't guard against you? Did you really think your Instant Teleportation would still work here?"
Only then did Plague realize that Varagon had been wary of him all along. He hurriedly explained, "Commander, you've misunderstood. I wasn't trying to escape. I was going to find evidence of the Insect Race's rebellion."
Zhang Fan sneered. "I truly admire Lord Plague. Even now, you can calmly keep framing us."
Zhang Fan turned to Varagon. "The Insect Race is willing to open every area to inspection by the generals' troops at any time. But we refuse to admit Plague or his troops. His toxins are too powerful for us to withstand!"
"That's perfectly reasonable. I'm willing to trust the Insect Race!" No one knew which general had spoken, but everyone began echoing his words.
In their eyes, the Insect Race was merely a weak, insignificant race. But if they could get rid of Plague, one of them might be able to take his position.
As outrage swept through the crowd, Varagon brought the situation under control. "I will detain Plague for now and find a way to neutralize the poison. Everyone, please remain calm."
Varagon had barely finished speaking when a soldier rushed in, looking panicked. "Disaster! Plague's army has rebelled! They've begun attacking the Quiman Race's and Mimipa Race's warships. Both races have suffered heavy losses!"
The Quiman Race's commander flew into a rage. "Plague, I'll tear you to pieces for this!"
The Mimipa Race's commander bowed to Varagon. "Regardless of the supreme commander's wishes, I will destroy Plague's warships this time. First he poisoned my soldiers, then he launched a surprise attack. Plague clearly intends to rebel!"
Many commanders whose forces had not been attacked began supporting the Mimipa commander's words. Unable to