God of Tricksters

While Theo recovered from his injury, his clone used all his strength to reach the union as quickly as possible. He had to inform his people first before his main body could recall him.

Theo was simply buying some time so that he had enough time.

Because Theo ignored everything on his way and used all the Spiritual Energy to fly, he managed to cover the remaining twenty hours into three hours.

Of course, Clone Theo had been using his all when the two World Class Monsters ganged up on him. The battle lasted for more than an hour, so Theo covered the remaining distance during his recovery time.

Luckily, the clone managed to reach the union before he finished recovering a portion of his strength.

Theo immediately called Rea.

"Do you need anything from me, Teacher?" Rea asked with an innocent tone, not knowing how difficult the situation was.

Theo thought for a moment and said, "I need you to connect this call to everyone in the group, including Agata. Right now! I don't have much time."

"Understood." Rea didn't know what had happened, but she followed Theo's instructions. It only took two minutes before all of them came in, wondering what Theo wanted to say.

His expression was grim. This was the first time Theo was so serious as if his plan wouldn't work anymore.

They remained silent and focused on Theo's mouth.

Agata was the only one who asked him in the entire group. "Do you need us to do something?"

Theo took a deep breath to calm his heart a bit before telling them about the current matter.

"This is going to be absurd, but I have figured out the enemy's ability. It seems the slime's ability can dissolve everything and reconstruct them. And the base is facing imminent danger right now.

"The slime has dissolved the power of the explosion and granted them to a huge number of human-looking monsters.

"I'm sure you know what will happen if there are multiple explosions and people who wield it in the base. It will cause huge chaos, which can't be allowed to happen.

"Hence, I want all of you to create a defense system to handle them. Those humans can easily enter our base since it's impossible to protect all our borders.

"And I won't be there to help you guys… Simply put, you are on your own. Felix will be the leader, while Agata and Rea will be the vice leader. I want you to listen to their instructions.

"Maya, I want you to support both of them with all your resources. I know that it's going to be hard on you and your resources, but I'm afraid you'll lose everything if we don't block this incoming attack.

"Do any of you have a question?" Theo asked, ending his explanation.

Agata thought for a moment while Rea asked, "How do we recognize them?"

"It's impossible to recognize them. However, I'll show you an illusion of my own vision during that attack after this. I have recorded everything, so use it wisely."

"Understood." Rea nodded. The fact Theo had recorded it meant he would be out of reach during the entire situation. He often left them alone before appearing out of nowhere, but this time, it seemed he didn't plan to go back.

Meanwhile, Agata assured him with a smile. "It's alright. You've worked hard enough, Theo. Leave the rest to us. Don't worry. All of them are very capable."

Theo nodded. It seemed Agata had realized something that they didn't. And that realization made her realize why Theo would be out of reach this time.

She only reminded him, "Theo. I only have one thing to say regarding this matter… You do what you should do. I'll do my part as well. You don't have to worry about me because we have the same goal."

Theo looked Agata in the eyes before his expression melted. A small smile appeared on his face.

As expected, Agata knew him the best.

They both shared the same goal, which was to survive and live as a family. So, both of them weren't planning to die. This was the best assurance they could give to each other.

"Alright. Are there any more questions?" Theo asked. After waiting for a minute, no one seemed to be raising their voice.

So, Theo wrapped this matter up with one sentence. "Felix. We need to talk after this."

"Understood." Felix nodded with a serious expression. He still felt overwhelmed when Theo put him in charge.

Agata and Rea could easily become the leader with their expertise, yet, Theo chose him. It confused him and also made him doubt if he could do it or not.

The others closed the call, leaving the two alone.

Now that both of them were alone, Theo finally dropped his Skylink to the table while pointing it at him. This time, his face changed.

This might be the first time Theo showed such a disturbed expression.

Theo turned around and said with a tired tone. "Sorry, Felix. I'm sure I have confused you with this responsibility…"

"No…" Felix was still overwhelmed, but he was also curious as to why Theo suddenly showed this side of him. It seemed the problem was bigger than he originally thought.

Theo said, "The reason why you're the leader is because you are the one who follows me the longest in my group.

"Ergene might have better leadership than you, or Rea might be more suitable to be the leader since she is my disciple. Agata can, but she is already occupied with something else.

"Yet, I choose you to be the leader… Felix, do you remember what you said to me after I healed Millie?"

"!!!" Felix widened his eyes. His body was shaking because he felt they weren't separated by the screen anymore.

It felt like they were inside a single room with Felix kneeling in front of Theo. He would never forget that oath.

"I haven't forgotten even a single word and no matter how far we've gone, that oath will never change. I'm ready to lay down my life for you. What do you want me to do?" Felix asked with a grim expression.

Theo closed his eyes for a moment as if he had a hard time talking about it. He was still hesitating.

After one minute of silence, Theo finally opened his mouth. "Felix. I'm afraid you have to evolve this time, or you will die.

"You have to be alive if you want to continue as my right-hand man. You have to survive if you want to kill my enemies. Unfortunately, my strength is not enough to protect everyone right now.

"That's why I have to ask you this, Felix. Do you still remember your oath?"

There was no hesitation in Felix's eyes. He stated loud and clear. "Even if I have to kill myself to drag you out of the underworld, I'm ready."