Seo Jun-Ho stared blankly at the desolate scene outside for quite a while. In the end, he shut his eyes tightly as deep disappointment filled his heart.

“...”

‘No, I think I feel betrayed rather than disappointed.’

“I understand that things aren’t looking good, but the Aeon Empire. How could this happen to the Aeon Empire?”

Earlier, Seo Jun-Ho hoped the people of Earth would be able to smile like the denizens of the Aeon Empire once all Floors were cleared. He was determined to bring peace to Earth with his own hands.

“But, why…”

‘The empire should have been the most brilliant civilization of the universe, so what is this?’

Seo Jun-Ho turned around and cast a resentful glance at Gray.

“Hmm. I guess power can also be detrimental. This is why I didn’t want to show you the truth.”

“Is that why you showed me a fantasy?”

“Yes.” Gray shamelessly nodded his head. “However, please believe me that I had no bad intentions at all. I just didn’t want the Players to collapse upon seeing these desolate ruins.”

“Do you really expect us to succeed when even the powerful Aeon Empire failed?”

“...” Gray pursed his lips and stayed silent for quite a while before answering, “You’re right…”

He slumped in his chair helplessly.

“Why don’t you take a seat? You must have many questions.”

Seo Jun-Ho sat down and asked, “How did this...