Chapter 2551: The Gambit

Jack was like a cat on a hot tin roof, pacing anxiously. Meanwhile, Michael Leach remained as steady as a rock, calmly sitting on a stone, deep in thought.

"The plasma beam weapon isn't ready yet. There's nothing we can do but wait," Michael finally said in a hoarse voice.

"But... if we get any closer, we risk being exposed. If the Fire God Venerable sees through our plan, he might attack us immediately. Without delivering the goods, we can't contend with him. That would be the end!...