Chapter 215 Your Power Will Be Returned
At this moment, the more interested Dormammu appeared, the weirder Bruce felt.
He recalled a previous experience.
……
"Why are there a few pages missing from this book?"
Bruce asked Katoom while holding a magic book called "The Book of Cagliostro".
"Oh, those pages were torn out by a dark arts fanatic."
Katum said casually, "It records the ritual of summoning the dark lord Dormammu. Some people think that as long as they obtain the power of darkness, they can subvert the world."
How is this possible?
Bruce thought, if the dark forces were really so powerful, the world would have fallen completely long ago. Why would we have to wait until now?
but--
The Dark Lord Dormammu?
Sounds like it's on the same level as Barbatos.
Bruce was wary of this demon, and thought it would be a good idea to practice with Dormammu before fighting Barbatos.
……
Now, Bruce watched Dormammu step by step towards Katoom's trap, and his original fantasy about the style of the dark lord disappeared in an instant.
That's it?
He thought that if Dormammu couldn't see through such a simple trick, his strength would be drained away by the Owl sooner or later.
"How about it, do you want to try it?"
Katum said to Dormammu enthusiastically, "Have some faith, you won't suffer any loss anyway."
Dormammu remained silent.
After a long time, he spoke calmly.
"You can try it."
The Dark Lord said, "I can sign a contract with you and grant you the power of the dark dimension. It's not much, but it's enough for you."
He still agreed.
After the contract was reached, a purple fluorescent group descended from the sky and landed in front of Bruce.
This is Dormammu's power.
It tried to enter Bruce's body directly, but failed.
Bruce is still in soul state, and the light ball can only pass through his body but cannot merge with him.
"Dear Dark Lord, I praise your generosity!"
Katum pretended to say, "I will definitely keep my promise. In a week, you will get double the reward!"
This transaction is considered completed.
After Katoom and Bruce left the dark dimension, Dormammu was the only one left in the silent and endless darkness.
Thinking of the owl's smug look just now, Dormammu was still unhappy even though he had promised him double the reward.
He didn't feel any respect from the owl.
"No one can negotiate with me from now on."
Dormammu thought, if anyone dared to mention "negotiating terms" in front of him again, he would destroy them at all costs!
……
Bruce and Katoom's journey is not over yet.
Then they went to more dimensions and met many demons.
Of course, there is no one as powerful as Dormammu, they are just some small demons.
They were skeptical about Katum's sales pitch, but in the end they all made the same choice.
Lend a little bit of strength and wait a week to see the rewards.
When we returned to Earth, there were already countless balls of light floating in the mirror space, with different colors, representing the powers of different demons.
"We'll continue tomorrow."
Katum said, "As long as we build a good reputation, the demons will come to us on their own in the future, and we won't have to work so hard anymore."
"Will it really go so smoothly?"
Bruce stroked his chin in confusion, "Even if some demons are not very intelligent, there must be some smart ones, right? What if they find out?"
The so-called Ponzi scheme is to rob Peter to pay Paul.
For example, the double reward promised to Dormammu was actually made up of the power of other demons.
As long as new demonic power continues to be injected, this scam will continue to work.
When things really can't go on any longer, Owl and Batboy will run away.
"If you can see it, you can see it."
Katum said without hesitation, "The most terrifying thing about the Ponzi scheme is not the deception, but the greed."
Even if those demons knew what Katum was doing, the double reward was real.
They will be smart and think they can make enough money first and then get off early.
I will never choose to stop.
"In the past, these demons took advantage of human greed to achieve their own goals."
"It's time for them to experience firsthand how it feels to be exploited for their greed," Katum said.
This is true.
Bruce didn't say anything more. These dimensional demons were not human beings anyway, so he just had to trick them.
Weakening them also reduces the potential threat to the Earth.
……
In the following days, Bruce and Katum traveled to many dimensions together, which broadened their horizons.
They had been to a dimension that was like a sea of fire, with flames burning as if they would never go out, and deep in the sea of fire was a lava giant taller than a mountain.
They also went to a frozen world, where a mammoth talked to them in the huge ice.
There is also the pitch-black deep sea, the garden full of exotic flowers and plants, and the empty desert...
Bruce has seen a lot.
During this sales journey, Katum's speech skills became more and more professional.
He even got a small suit and put it on Owl, which made him look decent.
"Do you know Dormammu? Yes, the Lord of the Dark Dimension."
Katum, holding a ball of purple light in his wings, spoke to a giant tentacle monster.
“He’s also our client, you see, that’s the power of his investment.
“Even he chooses to believe us, what else do you have to hesitate about?
"Believe it a little bit. You won't suffer any loss. You just need to invest a little bit of effort. You will know whether it is true or not in seven days!"
With the backing of a powerful demon and Katum being shameless enough, almost no demon could control himself.
They are used to borrowing power, so why not give it a try?
Unknowingly, after traveling through countless dimensions, Katum and Bruce have almost met the demons of all dimensions.
They finally arrived at the last stop they had originally planned.
This is a world like purgatory, with a throne standing high under the protection of flames.
The Lord of Hell, Mephisto, was sitting on the throne, looking down at them.
"You guys finally found me."
Mephisto crossed his legs on the throne with great interest. "I have heard before that there was a human and an owl who were selling something everywhere, saying that investing in power would give you double the return."
The demon smiled happily, for he saw himself in Katum.
"You know us? That makes it easy."
Katum smiled even brighter than Mephisto, "Then I'm sure you know why we're here."
"clear?"
Mephisto sneered, and the surrounding sea of fire began to become restless. Even with the protection of the mirror world, Bruce felt the throbbing of his soul at this moment.
After all, the Lord of Hell in front of him enjoys harvesting souls. "Do you think I'm as stupid as the others?"
Mephisto said, "I can see your little tricks at a glance."
"Of course I never expected to be able to hide it from you, the King of Contracts."
The term devil's contract comes from Mephisto.
He likes to harvest human souls through various contracts.
No one knows how to tinker with the rules better than him.
"Then why do you dare to come here?" Mephisto said with a smile, "You don't really think that this little mirror method can really protect you, right?"
"We certainly don't think so, but I also believe that you will be willing to give me a chance to speak!"
The owl adjusted the small tie on his chest, coughed, and said seriously, "Mr. Mephisto, now there is an opportunity to harvest the power of other demons. Aren't you interested?"
"Ok?"
Mephisto's expression changed and became interested.
He knew what Katum meant and what the owl was thinking, but he had to admit that Mephisto was indeed attracted.
"Go on." Mephisto said calmly.
Katoom snapped his fingers, and two chairs appeared in front of him. He and Bruce sat on them.
"I believe that with your wisdom, you will be able to see what we are planning."
Katum said, "You must have realized that this behavior is no different from courting death."
"really."
Mephisto tapped his fingers. "If you had dared to mention any deal in front of me just now, I would have wiped you out directly."
"You worry too much. I'm not that stupid."
Katum sighed softly, and then said, "In fact, our plan is not only very risky, but also extremely difficult to execute.
"There are many demons who are unwilling to cooperate with us. They think I am a liar."
Mephisto asked playfully, "Isn't it?"
"At least not in front of you."
Katum shook his head. "I know how risky it is to do this. No demon is easy to mess with, so I have to find a backer for myself."
"So you came to me?" Mephisto said.
"It seems that nothing can be hidden from you, the Lord of Hell."
Katoom said, "If you endorse us, the effect will be much better than Dormammu. That guy has power but no wisdom, and many people don't buy his account."
Mephisto knew that the owl was complimenting him, but he had to admit, the words did sound pleasant.
This guy Dormammu is not as smart as me.
Not only is it not as good, but it is far worse!
"But why should I endorse you?"
Mephisto smiled slightly, "I never do business at a loss."
"Of course there is a reward!"
Katum said, “As long as you can come forward and invest your power in us, the other demons will definitely think that even a wise man like you believes in us, and there is nothing to hesitate about.
"They will invest in me eagerly, and nothing can stop them.
"At that time, we will return all your power to you, and we will split the power of the other demon gods 30% to 70%. How about that?"
I only take 70%? Mephisto thought, this is not enough.
If you want to take it, take 90%!
He held up a finger and was about to make a nine sign, and then Bruce couldn't bear it anymore.
"Why only give 30% to the Lord of Hell?"
He said indignantly, "At least give 50%!"
“Thirty percent is not a small amount, right?”
Katum looked very aggrieved. "We are risking our lives to put on this show. If we are not careful, we will be wiped out by the demon god!"
"That's not OK!"
Bruce has a strong sense of justice, "Just split it fifty-fifty!"
He looked at Mephisto and said, "Mr. Lord of Hell, don't worry. We will never treat you unfairly. Even if there are two of us and you are the only one, we must be fair. You take 50%!"
Having said this, Mephisto's half-extended finger suddenly stopped where it was.
These two guys have given the final bottom line.
Mephisto thought that if they were given less than 50% of the share, these two would probably quit.
This is not okay.
He dared to lobby between different demons and act extremely sincere. This ability was something that most people could not do.
Mephisto couldn't have asked for a better opportunity.
He can stay out of it completely and does not have to bear the hatred and anger of other demons after the incident, and he can also reap half of the power.
That’s half the power of the demons in countless dimensions!
Mephisto felt trembling all over just thinking about it.
He has been stagnant at his current strength for too long, and it is extremely difficult to make further progress.
Don't miss this opportunity!
As long as he could obtain half of the power of other demons, he might be able to directly break through the multiverse and become the supreme being!
Thinking of this, he didn't want to pretend anymore.
"Okay, stop arguing!"
Mephisto smiled and said, "It's 50-50. I am a contented person who can control my desires!"
When I'm done, I'll kill both of you, Mephisto thought.
That way he will monopolize all the demon power.
There is no need to worry about whether he can defeat the man and the bird who possess complete demon power.
To destroy a person, you don't necessarily have to rely on a head-on confrontation.
"So be it!"
Mephisto said, "You've worked so hard, I think 50% is too little. I'm just endorsing you and investing in you!
"Invest! I'll provide the investment power!"
After saying that, he pointed his finger, and a ball of light like a fireball landed in front of Bruce.
"take it!"
Mephisto said generously, "This is only the first time, so I can't invest too much energy. I'll increase the amount when we do it more often!"
Katum and Bruce looked at each other and the same thought came to their minds.
miser!
Even though it was just an act, Mephisto was extremely cautious. When he first invested, the power he gave was not even as much as that of other ordinary demons.
After all, he was also afraid that Katum would run away.
Even so, there was nothing Owl could do to get him to make additional investments now.
We can only move the plan forward.
“You made the best choice.”
Katum stood up and saluted the Lord of Hell, "We won't let you down! We will definitely give you a big surprise when the time comes!"
It will definitely be something you will never forget, Katum thought.
He had repeatedly mentioned to Bruce before that there would always be demons who would think they were smart and then suffer even greater losses.
Now Mephisto is the first.
Does he think he is superior to other demons?
Well.
Katum likes people like this.
(End of this chapter)
