Gael assumed that because of his attacks and the ash trees, Ereg was unable to reach the full potential of his ability, especially in its final stage.
To some extent, Gael was right, because the stronger the clones became, the more crimson layers they had, and the more energy they needed to control them.
However, Gael didn't even suggest that this could have been Ereg's plan, who was doing all this on purpose, for one purpose only - to unleash all his power on his opponent - at the very end.
"Hehehehe, Gael, you often act calm and polite to others, looking with disdain at those who act overly arrogant, but what about you?" Alucard chuckled evilly, looking at the confused expression on his best friend's face.