He had a rough grasp of the situation here.
Lynn glanced around, slipped the pocket watch into his pocket, and said:
"I understand the general situation now, but take my advice and leave as soon as you can. The Mechanical Church will probably send a large force to attack you before long. When that happens, you definitely won't be as lucky as you were this time!"
The commander looked grave and said:
"Thank you for the warning, sir. In fact, we've already received orders to retreat. The Mechanical Church seems intent on squeezing our territory even further. Just a little while ago, all our frontline positions across Curse City came under heavy attack from the Mechanical Church!"
Thunderous explosions continued to echo from the distant city blocks.
Clearly.
This war had only just begun.
Lynn nodded, hoisted the scythe onto his shoulder, and turned around.
"All right, then I won't take up any more of your time. I need to hurry and reunite with our people, too. Perhaps we'll meet again if the opportunity arises."
With that, Lynn turned to leave.
Seeing this, the commander exchanged a glance with a Flesh Humanoid beside him, then immediately stepped forward to block Lynn's path.
Were they kidding?!
They had finally managed to encounter an incredibly powerful ally here.
They would be absolute fools to simply watch this veteran walk away!
"Doctor, please wait!"
The commander hastily extended a tentacle, adopting an earnest, sincere expression, solemn and serious.
Lynn raised an eyebrow, the corner of his mouth curling as he asked casually, "Oh? Is there something else?"
The commander said earnestly, "Sir, are you heading to the Dominators Faction to find your organization?"
Lynn nodded. "Yes."
The commander said gravely, "If so, I suggest you come with us. We've received word that after