The cave was eerily silent after the massive crater and the destruction of the Evolved Monster.
Rey's cold gaze remained locked on Dr. Shwartz, who was trembling, his knees hitting the ground as he mourned his lost masterpiece. The fire of arrogance that once lit his eyes was replaced by sheer despair. Rey stepped closer, his voice cold and cutting.
"Start talking," Rey demanded, his tone brooking no argument. "Who else is involved? Where's the Dragon Emperor's main stronghold? And how far have you gone with this abominable research?"
Dr. Shwartz gulped, his hands shaking as he began to mutter, "The… the Dragon Emperor commands us from the shadows. We only know fragments of his plans… but the experiments here are a mere prelude…" He coughed violently, blood dripping from his mouth. "We… we were promised power… dominion over… over…"
Suddenly, his words were cut off as his eyes bulged.
