The realization was frustrating. If the overlords were using these disguises as mere distractions, it meant Zack's efforts might be achieving little more than delaying the inevitable. The time he spent fighting these lesser forms could be time spent gathering intelligence, forging alliances, or preparing for a more direct confrontation. Each victory felt like a temporary fix like he was chipping away at a problem without ever truly addressing the core issue.
The stakes were high, and he needed to find a way to cut through the layers of deception to reach the real overlords. It was a daunting challenge, but one he knew he had to tackle if he wanted to make meaningful progress in his fight.
"Is it a good idea for you to contact me like this?" Zack asked.
"I made this room failproof against anyone trying to use magic here, so we will be fine," Luna said.
