Gi-Gyu headed to the cocoon just as Lou suggested.

“It’s so big,” Gi-Gyu admired. While the gates merged, the cocoon had been moved to the outermost area of the gate. The hole Gi-Gyu tore in the cocoon was still there, but…

“It’s still so big.” The hole was tiny in comparison with the entire cocoon.

-I’m not sure if it’s possible, but…

Lou stated in an amused tone,

-I think it might work, so don’t worry.

The confidence in Lou’s voice reduced the pressure Gi-Gyu felt from the cocoon.

-Thankfully, I can sense no one around us.

Lou had asked Gi-Gyu to ensure that his creatures stayed away from the cocoon. Being his loyal summons, every creature obeyed and gave the cocoon a wide berth.

“Is there anything Old Man Hwang can’t do? That man is amazing,” muttered Gi-Gyu as he pulled out a long stick he carried on his back. This stick was a barrier item Old Man Hwang had made especially for Gi-Gyu. Surprisingly, the blacksmith could create Egos and numerous types of barrier items. No wonder he was the pupil of Paimon—the greatest demon blacksmith. Him being stuck in that tiny workshop for years was such a waste.

-Stop talking, and let’s get this done. Didn’t you say you’re in a hurry...