Chapter 542: 242: Getting Everything Together

Chapter 242: Getting Everything Together

Dr. Zlo arrived back in his lair a few minutes later. Cass stood waiting at the entrance, ready to take Dr. Zlo's hat and cane like a butler should. The villain ignored the minion, marching down to his laboratory.

"You want a drink, boss?" Cass asked, running up behind Dr. Zlo.

"Not now, Cass!" Dr. Zlo shouted. "I've got speeches to plan!"

Dr. Zlo threw open the basement door, making his way down while Cass scrambled behind him.

"Oh, boss. Brunhilde's been acting real weird," Cass said.

Dr. Zlo stopped. Dylan had remade both Brunhilde and Saul after Mabel. It hadn't seemed right for Dr. Zlo to leave them behind, even if he hadn't spent much time with them. Plus, Dylan wanted to see if Brunhilde would fall for Cass again. He'd been enjoying watching the two's strange romance play out. He'd even gone as far as to recreate Quartet. Though, that was mostly because he wanted another lieutenant for the upcoming fight.

"Weird how?" Dr. Zlo asked.

"She keeps nuzzling up next to a Jacques," Cass said. "Gives it big ol' moon eyes and everything. It's starting to creep us out."

Dylan sighed. Of course, things couldn't be that simple. Oh well, a romance with a Jacques sounded fun to watch too.

"Don't worry about it, Cass," Dr. Zlo said. "I'm sure it's nothing troubling. Oh, and gather everyone together in a few minutes. I have an announcement to make."

Cass bowed, "Right away, boss."

Dr. Zlo watched as his butler ran off, the minion's new arm shining as he ran upstairs. The villain descended into his laboratory and took one last look over the plan. Dylan knew he wouldn't be able to account for everything, but everyone had at least covered the most likely ideas. Now, all they had to do was wait.

Cass came down with the rest of Dr. Zlo's minions a few minutes later, as requested. Dr. Zlo turned to look at his gallery of rogues with pride.

"Ladies and gentlemen and Jacques!" Dr. Zlo started. "Today is an auspicious day! For today I have completed my strongest invention, the death ray! With this weapon, I shall bring the heroes guild to its knees by destroying the very moon it rests on. In doing so, I, Dr. Zlo! shall become the greatest criminal to walk the earth and the next ruler of this world!"

The minions clapped, each with different looks on their faces. Mabel held a look of smug amusement, her character always enjoying Dr. Zlo's speeches. Brunhilde applauded politely, too proper to show any more enthusiasm in such a public setting. Saul looked worried as he clapped, the minion knowing he wasn't cut out for all-out war. Cass looked prouder than any parent. His boss was finally going to reach the heights he deserved. In turn, Quartet looked like a tiger waiting to pounce, knowing that taking the world for himself was now possible. The Jacques just clapped, unsure of the specifics going on but excited to be a part of the action.

Dr. Zlo looked over all his villains and grinned. "Now! Let's show the world the might of Dr. Zlo!"

It was finally the day of the next World of Supers expansion, Dr. Zlo's Shrinktackular Surprise. All of Skyline had jumped online once the game's servers were back online, no one wanting to miss the big event. Now, everyone would get to participate in a crime involving Dr. Zlo. No longer would they have to watch a Viewtube video or hope to catch him on an outing.

As Dr. Zlo logged on, the new patch message appeared. Dylan waved it away. He wasn't about to get distracted from the big show. The villain walked out of his hideout, Cass and the rest of his minions in tow. The group made its way inside the Skyline Skyscraper, pushing others out of the way and securing an elevator for himself.

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"You've stressed the timetable of this enough times that I know it in my sleep," Rough answered. "No one was going to be late."

"Except for Shizuka," Gemini One joked.

"Dex wouldn't let me," Shizuka mock pouted.

"Enough banter!" Dr. Zlo announced. "We have crimes to commit! Jack! Where are we on our plans?"

"The ships are ready and waiting for your armies. But hurry, we need to commit ground forces in ten minutes, according to Dextra."

"A simple problem to solve!" Dr. Zlo announced. "Mabel! Ensure all the Jacques enter the assault ships safely."

"Got it, hon," Mabel answered.

"Now," Dr. Zlo turned. "About our surprise."

"Ready to use it when needed," Sweet Dream answered. "Now hurry up with your announcement so we can get this going. Otherwise, we'll have to speed up our dramatic process."

"No need to get uppity," Dr. Zlo chided. "We have plenty of time to build dramatic tension."

"Just call your d*mn mice already and get this over with," Sweet Dream replied, closing her eyes.

"Quite right," Dr. Zlo answered. The villain turned to call for his minions but found one already nearby, tugging at his pants leg.

"Well, aren't you punctual," Dr. Zlo said. "Excellent! Now, have you gained control of the broadcast network?"

"Yes, Lord. It was a simple task," the mouse answered. "Hardly worth it for our skills."

"I would expect so!" Dr. Zlo laughed. "We shall have to find better uses for your prowess soon. Skulking around in the dark is all well and good, but sometimes you need to cut loose under the light of the sun."

The mouse nodded before handing Dr. Zlo a device.

"We've taken the liberty of compiling all the networks into one," the mouse answered. "Just flip the switch, and our broadcasting drones will do the rest."

A hatbot chirped a few feet away, waving an extender at the group of villains.

"Then, on with the show!" Dr. Zlo announced.

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