The survival game they were all hooked on was intense, and staying ahead of the competition was a make-or-break situation. Upgrading the summoning altar wasn't just about boosting his goblin army, it was about keeping his territory safe from those rival players itching to steal it away.
"The cost of the upgrade will get much more expensive each time," Gray acknowledged. "But the benefits also increase with each upgrade. It's a gamble, and if the result of the upgrade is disappointing, it would indeed be a huge fraud."
Gray had experienced disappointment before, when previous upgrades had not yielded the desired improvements. He had invested significant resources and time, only to be met with underwhelming results. The memories of those setbacks still lingered, casting a shadow of doubt over his decision.