Chapter 79: The truth revealed (Part 2)

Ebert and his companions wandered aimlessly through the streets of Giralda City, each immersed in their own thoughts. Suddenly, they saw a familiar figure walking towards them - it was Akash.

Akash's face was full of guilt and pain, "I guess you already know the truth." His voice was low and hoarse.

Ebert looked at him coldly, "Yes, we know. You are part of this scam, right?"

Akash nodded, "I'm sorry, Ebert. I know this explanation may make no sense, but I hope you can hear me out."

Saraswati frowned, "Why should we believe anything you say?"

Akash took a deep breath, "Because what I am going to tell you is something that the elders will not tell you."

This sentence caught their attention. Although they were filled with anger and disappointment, curiosity drove them to follow Akash to a hidden alley.

"First of all, I want to apologize to you for my deception," Akash began. "I did know about this plan. But I had to make you believe this lie, otherwise the whole plan would fail."

Abbott sneered, "So you also think this plan is correct?"

Akash shook his head, "No, I have always been against this plan. But I was forced to participate because my family..." His voice choked up, "They threatened to harm my family if I didn't If you cooperate."

The news shocked Ebert and his companions. They never thought that this conspiracy could be so cruel.

"But that's not the point," Akash continued. "What you need to know is that the consequences of this plan are much more serious than the elders expected."

"What do you mean?" Saraswati asked.

Akash looked around to make sure no one was eavesdropping, and then lowered his voice and said, "The Dark Legion and the Shadow Knights have not been completely eradicated. They have assembled an army outside the city and are preparing to launch a full-scale attack on Giralda City."

Ebert felt a chill, "You mean, because of the elders' plan, the entire city is in danger?"

Akash nodded, "Not only that, they have also united with some other small forces. This attack may completely change the pattern of the entire continent."

Saraswati frowned, "Why are you telling us this?"

"Because I believe you are the only ones who can prevent this disaster," Akash said. "The elders are immersed in their victory and do not realize the coming crisis. And you...you have extraordinary powers. Ability and courage."

Ebert shook his head, "But those abilities are all fake, aren't they? It's just an illusion created by the elders."

Akash showed a mysterious smile, "This is the most interesting part. Those abilities are indeed illusions created by the elders, but in the process of you using them, they become real. I don't know how this happened. thing, but you do have those powers."

This news surprised Ebert and his companions. They recall what it was like to use those abilities on missions, and it does feel very real.

"So, what do you want us to do?" Abbott asked.

Akash's expression became serious, "I hope you can help protect this city. Not for the elders, not for the hand of Brahma, but for the innocent people living here."

Abbott was lost in thought. He thought of the children playing in the streets, the busy vendors in the market, and the believers praying devoutly in the temple. These ordinary people don't know about the power struggle between high-level people, they just want to live a peaceful life.

"But how can we trust you?" asked Saraswati. "You have deceived us before."

Akash smiled bitterly, "I know I am not qualified to ask for your trust. But I can take you outside the city to see the enemy's army with your own eyes. If you think I am lying, you can leave immediately."

Ebert looked to his companions, who exchanged a look and nodded.

"Okay," said Ebert, "we'll go with you. But if this is another scam, I swear..."

Akash raised his hands, "I promise, every word I said this time is true."

They quietly left the city and came to a nearby hill. Under the moonlight, they saw a shocking scene: countless armies gathered in the valley, a mass of darkness that seemed to swallow the entire world.

"Oh my God..." Saraswati gasped.

Ebert clenched his fists, "What Akash said is true. We must do something."

They returned to the city and began secretly preparing for the coming battle. Although disappointed and angry at what the elders had done, they knew now was not the time to seek accountability. Protecting innocent lives is the most important thing.

In the days that followed, Ebert and his companions began to secretly organize defenses in the city. They contacted trusted people, trained civilians, and prepared weapons and supplies. At the same time, they are also trying to master their newfound abilities, hoping to use them at critical moments.