Is this okay?

After hearing what the system said, Esdeath immediately thought of what Leng Mo had said earlier.

Seeing Esdeath in a daze, the system continued speaking without hesitation.

"So? What do you think? I can tell you in advance that the condition I'm giving you is killing. Every life you kill will make you stronger. This is too easy for you. You are a great general who has slaughtered many alien races, so you don't dislike killing. In fact, it can be said that it is very suitable for your abilities."

"Think about it, if someone like Sheila can become stronger than you, how strong would you become if you got my help?"

The system's voice sounded like a heartfelt suggestion, sincere and expectant, as if there were no problems whatsoever.

Esdeath, on the other side, wholeheartedly agreed with the system's opinion, her eyes sparkling with a kind of fantasy.

"If killing alone can make you stronger, then it's too easy. The cheapest thing in this world is life. Over the years, the Empire has killed far more people than Sheila alone has killed, and even so, there are still millions of lives in the capital."

She looked at the system with deep emotion, and had to admit that it was incredible to think about this. No matter how the Empire, this meat grinder, operated, the number of people in the Empire never decreased.

“That’s right. Compared to that, your method of becoming stronger through killing is nothing.” The system affirmed Esdeath’s meaning, filled with anticipation.

"Are you saying that if I use your method, I can become stronger than anyone else?"

"of course."

"You can become stronger by killing ordinary people?"

"Yes, whether you're an ordinary person or a strong person, as long as you kill something with life, you can become stronger, and you can become stronger without end. As long as you can survive, you will definitely become the strongest person in the world."

"That's really simple. You can become stronger just by killing people. That's perfect."

Esdeath's face lit up with a happy smile, as if she had already gained power.

"Yes, yes, come on. I will help you become the strongest in the world, so you won't be confused anymore."

The system's voice softened, as if Esdeath were his closest friend at that moment.

Esdeath looked at the system user with a smile, but suddenly her face darkened, and her smile vanished instantly, replaced by a cold, expressionless expression.

"I reject!"

"Um!?"

The system was surprised that Esdeath would still refuse even now; it was incomprehensible, baffling, and unbelievable.

Is this still the Esdeath who pursues strength?

“Sylla has shown me that what you said is true. You can become stronger by killing. One Sylla has become stronger than me. That’s undeniable. I know everything you said is true, but—I refuse!!”

"Why refuse? I don't understand. Aren't you pursuing pure power?"

"I don't know!" Even though they were in the wrong, they were still defiant.

"Nani!?"

God doesn't know!!

The system was taken aback by Esdeath's answer. Was there really such an answer?

"But I have a feeling that if I agree, I will die a terrible death! I might even lose something important that I am not even aware of."

Esdeath stared coldly at the system in front of her, her gaze uncompromising.

Although I don't know what it is, I won't think about it if I can't figure it out. I'll wait for the answer to come to me someday, even if I never get the answer in my lifetime. But I do possess something important.

Seeing Esdeath's resolute expression, the system's friendly voice suddenly turned somber.

"That's a shame... but I haven't told you yet, you don't have the right to refuse."

As soon as he finished speaking, the system disappeared from Esdeath's sight. When Esdeath came to her senses, the system was already behind her.

too fast!

Esdeath noticed and turned around sharply, only to find that the system's body had merged into her own from behind.

"You have no right to refuse. Since you don't want it, I'll help you out. Now, let me control your body!"

The system's body gradually burrowed into Esdeath's back. In an instant, Esdeath suddenly felt that she could no longer control her body, and her eyes widened.

Finished!

By the time she realized this, it was too late to do anything.

The next second, her eyes flashed red, as if she had activated something, and were filled with killing intent.

……

On the other side, the forum.

Stranger: Yay! We got a weapon! What should we try?

Kazuma Sato: I don't think there's anything for us to try. The empire has been overthrown, do we still have enemies?

Ken Kaneki: There's only one system person, but the problem is we can't find him yet.

Stranger: Forget it, let's go back and check first. I'm afraid something might happen to Najdhitan if we're away for too long.

Tatsumi: Hmm, perfect timing, I'll take Sayo and Iyeas home.

Chapter 127 Where is Esdeath? I'm going to find her right now!

After Leng Mo and the others packed their things and returned to the capital, they didn't idle around; everyone started doing their own thing.

Tatsumi gave his close friends Ieyasu and Sayo a large sum of money to allow them to return to their homes.

Tatsumi watched the two figures leave with a hint of reluctance, as if his emotions were becoming complicated at that moment.

"He still left in the end...maybe it's for the best."

After bidding farewell to his dearest friend, Tatsumi was filled with emotion, realizing that the current ending was the best possible outcome.

Having died once, they may never return to the capital in their lifetime...

"Tatsumi, how are you?"

Leng Mo was deeply moved upon seeing Tatsumi and began to inquire.

"It's nothing, I just feel like is this really a good thing? The world is so big, and Ieyasu and Sayo are just going back like this... I feel like they'll miss out on a lot."

With mixed feelings, Tatsumi looked up at the sky and gazed at the drifting white clouds. He felt a sense of unease, much like a river flowing eastward in spring.

"Don't overthink it. They may already be very happy."

Leng Mo was at a loss for words, but no one could stop Iyeas and Shayou from making their choice; it was their decision.

Even if they were asked to return and relocate, they still couldn't truly let go of their worries.

"Yeah, I know. It's just that I feel a little..."

"The road ahead is long. You are already a mature Tatsumi. You need to learn to work hard on your own."

Leng Mo patted Tatsumi on the shoulder and said no more, then smiled and tossed Tatsumi a double-barreled shotgun.

"Come on, since you're unhappy, let's find a chance to fire a shot and vent our anger."

Tatsumi, standing next to him, took the shotgun, took a deep breath, and sighed with mixed feelings. The heavy gun in his hand seemed to give him a sense of security. Perhaps he really needed to vent.

"I don't have a goal."

"Just wait, the target will eventually appear."

Leng Mo smiled warmly, carrying his hunting rifle with anticipation.

Perhaps a new target will emerge in the near future, and she will then face merciless gunfire.

Thinking of this, Leng Mo couldn't help but wipe the dark gun barrel with his sleeve in a friendly manner, and the smile on his face became more and more ferocious.

……

On the other hand, Esdeath, after being possessed, didn't seem to change much.

She walked out of her room and headed towards Najendan. The system knew that its greatest enemy was Leng Mo, the one who had punched Shira away and left him powerless to fight back.

Although they are very strong, so what?

No one can defend against a sneak attack from their own people. Esdeath is now Leng Mo's comrade, so it would be easy for her to launch a sneak attack.

As long as Leng Mo is assassinated immediately, the same method will be used to achieve victory quickly!

Esdeath is currently mentally conscious, but she has no control over her body. It's as if she has become an alternate personality, only able to look but not move.

She took a few steps to stand in front of Najdhitan and asked without hesitation.

Where is Leng Moren?

"You're looking for him?" Najenda was a little surprised that Esdeath had suddenly come to find Leng Mo, but she didn't see anything wrong and simply pointed in a direction.

Esdeath smiled as she looked in the direction Najenda was pointing.

"I see."

After saying that, she walked in that direction.

However, Najenda was a little concerned that Esdeath might be looking for Leng Mo, but in the end she decided not to interfere.

Esdeath went outside and walked towards Leng Mo's direction.

After walking a few steps, Esdeath saw Madoka Kaname banging on something with a small hammer, but she didn't pay much attention to it.

However, just as they were passing by, Senior Xiaoyuan suddenly spoke up.

"Esdeath? You've come at the right time. Come and help." She stopped Esdeath and said with a self-righteous expression.

"Hmm?" Esdeath didn't understand why Madoka-senpai was stopping her to help, but to be on the safe side, she didn't leave. Instead, she stopped and looked at Madoka-senpai.

"What to do?"

"It's nothing, just some ice, it's a bit hot today."

As she spoke, Xiaoyuan handed over an opened coconut, asking her to put some ice inside.

"..."

The system controller of Esdeath was suddenly caught off guard by this situation, completely unsure whether Esdeath herself would do something so inexplicable.

"Hurry up! Coconuts don't taste good if they're left out too long."

When Madoka saw Esdeath staring blankly, she urged her on, her face full of a matter-of-fact expression.

"Alright..." Esdeath sighed, raised her hand and produced a few ice cubes, putting them into the coconut.

"??"

Senior Xiaoyuan was a little surprised to see this, but she didn't say anything.

He started drinking from the coconut, but the look in his eyes as he looked at Esdeath became a little subtle.

Esdeath left without looking back, as if she didn't care at all.

However, Senior Xiaoyuan noticed something and went straight to the forum.

Senior Xiaoyuan: Look what I just discovered!

Kaneki Ken: What's wrong?

Madoka-senpai: I just opened a coconut, and Esdeath happened to be passing by, so I asked her to get me some ice. Guess what happened?

Kazuma Sato: I actually gave it to you?

Senior Xiaoyuan: That's right! You really gave it to me! Isn't that strange?

Kaneki Ken: What's so strange about it?

Madoka-senpai: Do you think Esdeath, with her personality, would do that to me? I haven't even threatened her yet.

Kaneki Ken: I don't even know how to comment on this. Something just feels off.

Kazuma Sato: You're just nitpicking.

Stranger: There is definitely a problem; deep in thought.JPG

Kirito: What's wrong with that? Isn't this just a normal thing?

Hill: Is everything alright?

Stranger: Kirito, you might not know Esdeath. She's a pure believer in the survival of the fittest. Madoka-senpai never revealed her strength from beginning to end; in her eyes, she must be weak, so naturally she wouldn't do anything for the weak.

Tatsumi: That can't be right. The Esdeath we know now is different from the one in the story. What if she's only helping us because of us?

Stranger: Do you think it's possible?

Tatsumi: Impossible?