Villain Ch 439. Internal Issue
Elio and the other players emerged at the gate of Ront City, their virtual avatars returning from the harrowing battle that had unfolded within the city. As they materialized back, Thera, the usually cheerful NPC, stood there to greet them. However, her voice carried an unusual tone of fear and gravity.
"W-Welcome back, adventurers," Thera stammered, her voice trembling slightly. Her virtual clothing bore the scars of the recent conflict, marred by burn marks and stains of blood in several places.
Standing idly in the middle of the crowd due to the emperor's words, Elio listened to the conversations taking place among the group of players who had just returned from the intense battle with the devil emperor. The weight of their recent defeat hung in the air, and their voices carried a mix of frustration and resignation.
