Heroic Spirit: I, Shinji, have tried my best.

"Really... I didn't expect that guy to suddenly attack. Fortunately, I brought you with me this time."

"But then again..."

After leaving the elves' territory, Riku came to the meeting point he and Shinji had agreed on before to rest for a while, and at this time his clothes were soaked with sweat.

After all, it was too much pressure for an ordinary human like him to confront the strongest of the elves...

At this moment, Shinji in front of him had just arrived. He took off his mask and sat on the stone next to him with a sigh of relief:

"So, don't always try to be brave. If you have a more guaranteed way, don't always think about gambling. Otherwise, you will regret it sooner or later!"

"Of course I understand that... But I didn't expect you to be able to handle even the elves. So what did you do to her that you were able to control her in an instant?"

Riku scratched his head embarrassedly, feeling that the other party seemed to be talking about the trouble he had caused last time, which made it difficult for him to refute.

But then he put on a curious expression and squeezed towards Shinji, looking around as if he had just gotten to know Shinji again...

“…You bastard, can you please get out of here!”

Shinji speechlessly kicked away the pervert who suddenly touched him and said, "Just talk, don't act like you're going to fight, okay!"

"I have always been this strong, but you, an ignorant human, just didn't see it... As for the move I used, it was an illusion, which should be similar to illusion magic, but there is one difference..."

"The essence of illusion is to manipulate the enemy's perception and the flow of magic power to create a "real illusion", so the more the opponent feels that they are "under attack", the more difficult it is for them to break free."

"…Does that mean you can always control the other person as long as he or she doesn't realize it?"

"It depends on the situation. Although the illusions I release through the Sharingan are the strongest among all illusions, they are not very effective against races with special talents. After all, I can only guide the [spirits] instead of using them."

"So if it's a magic genius like the other party, he probably won't be able to use it a second time... So the reason for the fight is just the information gap..."

Although his information gap is more than just this...

"Oh, then... with your current strength, what is the best you can achieve?"

"It's hard to say. I haven't fought the first six races yet, but I can easily defeat the races after that... as long as I don't use large-scale weapons."

"As expected...it seems that our plan can actually be changed..."

"That's not necessary. Just follow the plan that has the highest success rate."

"Huh? Why is that?"

Riku asked in confusion.

Since we have a more accurate combat power reserve, why not choose to adjust to a more stable plan?

Shinji said mysteriously:

"Well...it actually has something to do with my personality."

"???"

"In fact, I don't want to trust others completely. It's not reassuring to put my fate in the hands of others... So I specially left a backup plan, so that even if your plan fails, I can ensure our victory!"

"Oh! If that's the case, although I really want to see your so-called backup plan, it's better not to show it."

"Hahahaha! Don't worry about this. Although I'm not sure if we can make it in time, as long as we succeed, we will have enough fighting power to challenge the gods."

"Really reliable... Then, let's leave quickly. I think there will be news from Chloro Ni soon..."

"Um…"

……

the other side

The central city area of ​​the elves, but strangely there is no prosperous city here, but a dense forest with no one in it.

Among them, Xinke, who was summoned, was half-kneeling on the ground with a respectful look on her face... In front of her was a huge tree with twisted and spreading roots.

There is also a gem-like light spot in the heart of the tree, emitting surging natural power...

And this is none other than the creator of the forest elves - [Forest God] Cainas!

"How is the plan going..."

"Replying to the Lord... The experiment of [Void Zero Protection] has been completed and can be put into use at any time. The warlocks required for [Long-lasting Fourth Protection] are still being recruited, but it will only take a few days to complete the war array."

"Ah, very good…"

"There's just one thing. I just received news that the Dwarves have developed weapons of the same scale, and they are constantly approaching us..."

"Goblins? Humph! Those ants are not enough to pose a big threat to us. You can make your own decisions on what happens next. I will personally bestow favors on you."

"As commanded..."

After the words fell, the groaning sound that echoed around paused, and then said to Xinke below in a tone of praise:

"Xinke, your wisdom, contribution to the race, and loyalty to me are all very precious. The birth of a flower like you is an auspicious sign for the end of the war! And I will eventually destroy the foolish gods and sit on the throne of the only god..."

"..."

Xinke observed etiquette and bowed his head respectfully to accept the praise from the Lord.

Regardless of which race it is, being personally received by the Lord God and being praised is a very honorable thing.

However, although Sinke appears respectful, he actually has no respect for the other party and even shows disdain...

The throne of the only God? Sit on it if you want…

If you can't sit on it by your own strength, then it's just like sitting on the toilet...

Of course, no matter what you think in your heart, you cannot show any disrespect on the outside.

This state continued until the end of the interview. After returning to his room, Sinke finally released his inner complaints:

"What an incompetent boss! I'm the one who handles all the affairs of the clan, but you're still fantasizing about the joy of victory without changing your expression?"

"A favor? Hehehe... the role you played was only slightly bigger than a scrap of paper..."

After a few unhappy reprimands behind his back, Xinke immediately returned to his calm working state, pinching his smooth chin and frowning in deep thought.

She remembered what the guy who claimed to be a [Dead Spirit] said before he left... Compared to the [Ghost], the other party's attitude was obviously more direct.

"Join or die..."

Although the power displayed by the other party was very strange, it was only strange and had not yet reached the level of strength powerful enough to make them despair.

Come to think of it, if there really was such power, why would he hide himself so secretly?

Moreover, the other party's hostility towards her is very obvious. Even if she really joins them, there is no guarantee that she will not be plotted against... Looking at the information about [Marrow Explosion], I'm afraid that group of moles are among those being plotted against.

Xinke began to bite her fingertips subconsciously while thinking, but now she has a plan for the next step...

"Somebody come!"

“…Yes, may I ask what can I do for you, Master Xinke?”

"Didn't the Fairy Species submit an alliance application to us? Wait for my order to reply to them later... and contact those Phantasmagoria. We will need their power next..."

"Yes!"

"Hehe... Alliance? Of course I want that, but I don't necessarily have to join you..."

Xinke covered her mouth with the back of her hand and couldn't help but let out a delighted evil laugh. She couldn't wait to see the other party's shocked look when she was crushed on the battlefield...

Outside, the moment the order was given, the entire elf race began to mobilize.

After all, with so many forces being gathered at once, you can tell without a doubt that a big battle is going to happen... As for the opponent, let’s not talk about anything else, there will definitely be that group of damn goblins!

However, what Xinke didn't know was that her decision actually helped Shinji and the others in disguise.

Because the elves are making such a large-scale preparation for war, they will undoubtedly be noticed by the Dwarfs.

The goblins, who had no intention of starting a war immediately, saw their mortal enemies gathering their forces and preparing to attack them, and they undoubtedly began to recruit people to join the war.

This naturally includes the [Giant Species] who have a good relationship with them...

Two opposing alliances have begun to form. Everything is going according to the Ghost's plan. This continent... or this planet, is about to usher in an unprecedented war...