Ouroboros nodded with pride and anticipation. "I've been waiting for this moment."
"Begin your evolution immediately," Vlad advised. "Don't worry about anything else. We have things covered."
"Thank you," Ouroboros replied. Without further delay, he turned and sprinted toward the summit of Kuro Mountain. Reaching the peak, he didn't hesitate and leaped into the fiery depths, intending to use the volcano's searing heat and elemental power to assist in his transformation.
With broad smiles and renewed determination, the trio entered the command center.
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Vlad and the rest of the higher-ups stood around the grand map table in the command center atop Kuro Mountain.
Hovering above the map was a small metallic orb, its surface smooth and emitting a gentle hum. The orb pulsed with light as Overlord prepared to speak, his voice emerging the next second, resonating clearly throughout the chamber.
