Chapter 979: Crescendo Of The Conflict [Pt 1]

Aloe's gaze was now strengthened with resolve.

Her fists were clenched, and her heart pounded with rising annoyance.

So far, she had silently observed Chad's antics, especially after realizing his true nature, but her patience had reached its limits.

Even after he was exposed, he still wanted to control everyone and have them do his bidding.

"You've gone too far. It's time for you to pay for your acts." Aloe floated from her seat, her eyes locked with Chad's strangely terrified gaze.

Sweat beaded on his forehead, and his confidence began to morph into something else—almost as if a realization was dawning on him.

"I... I admit..." His voice quivered as he spoke, causing Aloe to hesitate for a moment as she stared at his horrified face.

"... It's my loss this time."

'This time?' Her thoughts echoed.

However, before she could make sense of his statement, a bright blue swirling pool of energy appeared, distorting the space around him.