'I know I'm more impressive than I think, but I've really outdone myself this time.'
A good look around proved my point nicely. Monsters made for the perfect workforce—of course, while under my influence.
Unfortunately, in the first round, the demons had taken control of the Labyrinth. I didn't have access to their free labor.
Besides, with that surprise assault they initiated, there was no time to enlist the Monsters.
'But now…' A wicked grin formed on my face.
Not only did I have access to a nearly unlimited supply of Mana Chalk and Mercury—useful for the runes I wanted to set up, I had also spotted some very nice ores that would make epic weapons and structures.
Finally, with the many fairly powerful monsters lurking around this place, I could gather more than enough to meet my needs.
"Everything is coming along nicely. Just you watch, demons."
I wasn't going to lose this time.
'This battle is a game of resources. The only one permitted to win… is ME!'
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