Chapter 992: Come On In (2/2)
”Can Bryan do that?” Talbot asked, shocked.
”Just watch.” Yarus smiled mysteriously and whispered, ”Remember. When Bryan shows up and displays his might, we must leave without hesitation and ambush Gyál and the rest outside the Fringe. I have told our lord overgod about this. He said that since the battle of the gods is bound to happen, we should strike first.”
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After some time, the guardians from the Twelve Divine Dominions finally arrived at the great stone gate with the words 'Hexopolis' engraved on them. Gyál laughed and loudly announced, ”All those inside this cesspool, godhunters or criminals hiding out in the Fringe - they deserve annihilation. Today, the God of Light's sacred radiance shall shine upon this filthy place, cleansing it and bringing upon a new dawn!”
With a loud click, the stone gate opened up and laughter could be heard coming from within. ”Hahaha, I've been expecting all of you. Those who come to visit are my guests. Do come in. It's nice to see you two again, McKinley, Yarus. Don't be strangers.”
”Who are you?” Gyál asked haughtily.
Those from the other dominions were also confused as to what was happening. Hearing a young voice like that did throw them off. Hegemons were usually middle-aged or elderly people. Nobody that young existed among their ranks.
Yarus's expression shifted as he hesitated, before he shot Talbot a hidden glance. Feigning a smile, he said, ”I didn't think you of all people would be the ruler here. Since you have invited us in, I shall indulge in your hospitality for a drink. However, let me make it clear that we have come to the Fringe for the godhunters, not you, so please do not misunderstand.”
”Bryan? You are Bryan?” Gyál immediately figured out who he was. Now, he seemed hesitant, as if he was confused over something.
”Who was the one who proclaimed that he wouldn't have to personally deal with him just now? What's wrong? I see that you haven't gone in yet. Feeling scared?” McKinley said, venting his pent-up frustrations.
”Shut up!” Gyál said as he glared at McKinley. ”You are inferior to me, so don’t you dare mock me!”
He humphed and glared at the rest before leaving, his followers tagging behind him. Yarus smiled when he noted the fear Gyál was displaying. The fact that there were no godhunters around meant that they had been defeated, ostensibly by the current ruler.
”Be careful, Talbot. We’ll leave the divine guards outside and enter by ourselves. Our aim isn't the same as Gyál's. We don't have to linger here and will be leaving the moment the tables turn!” Yarus reminded.
Talbot, who had sworn to seek vengeance against Han Shuo, dropped it entirely when he noted Yarus's attitude. He knew he wasn't Yarus's match, so how could he possibly defeat someone even Yarus was wary against?
They all slowly approached the recently renamed Omphalos with their own aims and goals. The only one who didn't seem to show any fear was McKinley, who knew that Han Shuo wouldn't harm him. That was why he dared to lead the way.
The moment they entered, McKinley saw Han Shuo with Salas and Wasir in the middle of the wide street. There was nobody else apart from the three of them, but they all smiled calmly.
McKinley merely nodded slightly and gestured with his eyes to tell him which one was Gyál. Though, Han Shuo could already tell who it was without needing to be informed with his current power. Besides, it was easy to see which among them was the biggest arsehole.