LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 545: Total War 2
The room grew tense.
Draven without his rings was still the most powerful Demon God—so much so that even if he fought all nine of them, he could still kill one or two before being defeated. With his rings, he could easily kill them all.
And that estimate was based on the assumption that he hadn't gained any significant increase in power over the past two decades.
The reason for such high disparity wasn't just his raw power, but his versatility.
He possessed so many abilities that, even to this day, no one truly knew how many of them existed.
Each power complemented the other, making him unpredictable and dangerous in any battle.
Whether it was his devastating offensive skills, his mastery of manipulation, or his ability to adapt to any situation, His true potential remained a mystery even to his closest allies.
In fact, the only Demon God who came close to—or perhaps even surpassed—Draven in strength was his own son, Raiden. A demon who was considered an anomaly in his own right.
The father-and-son duo were said to be the strongest in history, and if Raiden were here right now, things would be much easier. Just his artifacts alone could level the battlefield.
Tara, still standing, took a deep breath. "So, we're up against enemies who are as strong as Draven without his rings, and they're backed by a massive army. This isn't going to be easy."
Venzo met her gaze casually, "No, it won't. But we don't have the luxury of time. If we wait, they'll gain more ground. We need to act before they can solidify their position."
"But it's too dangerous. You might be walking into a trap," Tara explained.
Draven, sensing the tension, interjected, "You don't have to worry."
"I've already called the humans. They were willing to lend their meta-humans—specifically that kid who could revive anyone,"
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The idea of relying on a human didn't sit well with them. However, if it meant ensuring their survival against the devil generals, they had no choice but to accept it.
Remu narrowed her eyes. "I've been thinking... is the real reason you were so determined to strengthen our alliance with humans because of that kid?"
Draven smirked. "Exactly. Why do you think I was willing to share our teleportation technology with them? "
"But can we really trust him? What if something goes wrong? We're gambling with unknown power."
Draven started tapping his fingers on the table. "It's not about trust. It's about necessity. If they don't cooperate, then they'll be the first to be destroyed by the devils. "
He looked around the room, making sure each council member understood the situation.
"Besides, we need every advantage we can get. If the humans are willing to work with us, then we take it. If they can help us keep our forces alive, then it's worth the risk. There's no space for hesitation or pride in war."
Tara's gaze softened, but her expression remained serious. "I understand. But if they prove unreliable, we'll be the ones left exposed."
Draven nodded. "That's a risk we'll have to take. Better than the alternative of just dying."
While this meeting was unfolding, the human side was in a state of complete uproar.
Tempest Fort, was now on high alert, its military forces preparing for the worst.
Soldiers moved with urgency, every detail of their preparation motivated by the knowledge that the enemy was already on the march.
For the majority of the population, the tension in the air was nothing new. They assumed it was just another wave of corrupted creatures, a threat they had faced countless times before.
The government, in its usual fashion, downplayed the situation, reassuring the public that the defenses were more than enough to handle the attack.
People went about their daily lives, unaware of the impending disaster.
What the civilians didn't know, however, was the true nature of the enemy marching toward them.
An invasion was underway—not from the corrupted horde they were used to, but from an army of devils, beings from another world with power beyond anything the humans had faced before.
Inside the command center, generals and commanders gathered around a large table, staring at the maps laid before them.
General Roderic, one of the leaders of Tempest Fort's defense, slammed his fist onto the table.
"We've faced countless threats, but this... this is something else. "
Another officer, Captain Miria, nodded solemnly.
"They're too organized. And we know they won't be as reckless as the corrupteds. They'll find ways around our defense. We need to hit them before they can even get close."
Roderic took a deep breath, trying to focus. "What about reinforcements from the other Tier 1 cities? Can they get here in time?"
"You don't have to worry about that" Governor Snider interjected the moment he entered the command center
"I already got word from the president , the Abyssal Alliance has a plan , so we wont be sending our troops "
General Roderic's brow furrowed. "What do you mean, 'A plan'? We're facing an invasion. How can we just sit back and wait?"
"If we send out troops, they'll only die from the collateral damage," Snider explained
After hearing the term
collateral damage
, everyone figured out the plan.
The abyssal alliance wasn't planning to engage in a direct confrontation. Instead, they were preparing for something far more destructive. They were planning to
nuke
the enemy.
"Now that you understand the situation," Snider continued, his voice commanding attention, "I want you all to prepare for defense instead. Just in case their plan fails, we need to be ready to hold our ground until backup arrives."
"Yes, sir!" General Roderic saluted. "We'll reinforce the outer defenses and organize squads for rapid deployment. Everyone will be ready for immediate action if needed."
"Good," Snider nodded and walked out of the command center, his mind already turning to the next set of preparations.
He still needed to speak with more influential people about the impending threat. The clock was ticking, and there was no time to waste.