Chapter 1239: A Concern at the Bottom of My Heart, Ultimately Can’t Let Go
Carson Flores originally heard of the Demon Race’s invasion, and his first thought was to seek out the Demon Emperor to ask why he had gone back on his word.
Carson even considered leveraging the power of Cristopher Hopkins and Delarosa to directly capture the Demon Emperor and prevent this invasion. However, upon learning that an Immortal was behind the Demon Race, he immediately became wary.
Previously, Carson had asked the Demon Emperor what his motive was in starting a war and whether someone else was behind it. The Demon Emperor had claimed it was his own will, but this war seemed likely not to be driven by his will anymore.
"How is the situation now? Where has the Demon Race Army attacked?"
The shop assistant replied, "It’s said that the Demon Race Army is vast in number. They have been dispatching troops along several fronts, attacking Misrds State, Central Divine Continent, and Eastern Emperor Province simultaneously. They’ve already raided and captured many cities..."
Carson’s expression changed slightly. Was the Demon Race staking everything on a desperate final gamble?
If Maggie Fitzgerald was behind them, then what exactly had she promised them?
Threats?
Enticements?
Most likely, the lure of becoming an Immortal, I suppose. Follow my orders, and I’ll make you Immortal. If you don’t listen, I’ll kill you and replace you with someone who will.
The old ’carrot and stick’ approach—probably irresistible.