Chapter-109 The Nuclear Codes pt-10
Multiple strings emerged on the bodies of the undead magicians!
And just like that, Erik had been able to pierce the undead's mind for a very short time but in that short time; he managed to give them a single command.
And that single command was!
"Kill those like you!"
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(Kyouko's POV)
It was asked of me to look outside the window; by Mr.Saltzman.
But never in my wildest dreams did I imagined that something like this would happen!
In front of the [Dream Technology Building], exactly 69 floors excluding the ground floor; was the [Maddison Park].
The lush green park which was known for its well-maintained look and peace; was filled with chaos tonight!
The lush green garden was burned!
The beautiful sculptures were ruptured!
The ground was ravaged!
And peace was nowhere to be found!
Only death and destruction remained!
My eyes were attracted to the event that had transpired within the dark cover of this lonely night!
At the center of all this chaos, laid dead a man!
Overhaul was no more!
The [Puppet Master] was no more!
My mortal enemy was no more!
I stared at the fallen terrorist.
Who laid in the pool of his own blood!
His whole body was covered in green veins; which looked vividly alive!
I stared into his empty, lifeless eyes as I begged myself to savor the moment!
But somehow, I couldn't!
Do not misunderstand!
I hated him!
I hated him for what he did to my love!
But I couldn't bring myself to feel joy from his death!
Pitiful isn't it!?
"You are a kind woman, Miss Kyouko."
I didn't turn, there was no need to do so.
For I knew who was responsible for all of this.
Deep breath!
I needed to calm myself.
It was as clear as the beautiful night to know that I had been dancing to 'his' tune; all this time.
"Mr.Saltzman, tell me..."
"What kind of man are you!?"
My grandfather is your accomplice, I know that this was all your plan all along!
The sudden construction of a resort!
The divergence of traffic!
The delaying of flights!
You are behind all of this!
You forced Overhaul to choose 'your' path!
My grandfather alerted the government of Overhaul's location but who told him?
Who told the Chiba siblings about the location of a terrorist whom even the government couldn't find?
How did Overhaul escape to an empty place with no people around?
It was all your doing from the start!
And that isn't even the worst part!
You even hired the dangerous [Sin of the Dragon] to eliminate the only person who knew the location and codes of the rogue nukes!
You are conveniently controlling everything!
Heck! It wouldn't be far-fetched to say that all of this was a part of your plan from the beginning!
"What is it that you want from me!?"
Please tell me!
What do you want from me!?
Why me!?
I could feel this pain and fear burst open inside me!
My body shuddered as I realized what was happening!
I always used to believe that with my status and standing in society; I would be immune to being controlled by others.
But now I understand just how wrong I was!
No one is safe in this world!
Every one of us is used by others in one way or another!
Only those at the very top are truly free!
And that is the truth of this world!
"I don't want anything from you, Mis Kyouko."
"I already have what I need."
A smile crept onto his face, I could feel his amused gaze on me.
It instilled fear in my heart!
"They why!?"
"Why are you showing me all of this!?"
"What is the purpose of inviting me here; tonight!?"
The gathered my thoughts and questioned the man sitting across the table.
"Hm...I wanted to show you my power."
"What!?"
"You are, no....were a member of [101-battalion]."
"You gave your job for a secure and peaceful future but Major Kazama can be very persuasive at times."
"What if he wanted you to be his informant?"
"You both are on very good terms and are like a family."
"Simply speaking, I can't trust you."
"I believe that even if you are loyal to me due to being healing your love; you still can be influenced by Major Kazama."
"Unfortunately, I do require your set of skills in my plans."
"So today, I invited you to show you what I am capable of doing."
"Miss Kyouko, I am willing to give you a chance and heal your love but!..."
"If you betray my trust..."
"I will slaughter you along with those who you love."
There was no hesitation within his words!
The ruthlessness behind his voice sent shivers down my spine!
Even so, pumped by the adrenaline, supported by my anger allowed me to resist.
"What did you say!? I will not allow you to harm them!"
At that moment, anger overwhelmed me!
And I must say, that was a mistake!
It also became the reason behind my pre-mature defeat.
[Sin of the Dragon] emerged behind me, from my shadow!
Unfortunately, I was too 'busy' to notice that someone was standing behind me; completely towering over me.
The newcomer placed his palm onto my shoulder, firmly grabbing it!
Effectively stopping me in my tracks!
I looked towards the young Saltzman who had barely moved from his position.
"I hope you understand the consequences."
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One must wonder how can there be two Erik's standing in front of Kyouko at the same time?
Well, the answer to that question is quite simple!
Erik was using his [First-Puppet Miya] to hijack Kyouko's mind and make her hallucinate all kinds of stuff!
Using [Outer-Systematic Magic], Miya was able to make Kyouko believe that she was looking at Erik while really it was Miya sitting at the dinner table.
Erik was currently using his [Sin of the Dragon] identity while also telling Miya to speak what he wants Kyouko to hear.
Now, this may give rise to the question.
Why?
What is the need?
Well, it was just a fail-safe.
Kyouko and others believe that [Sin of the Dragon] and Erik Saltzman of two different people where the former is working under the latter.
This would create confusion which Erik can and will use to his advantage if the situation demands it!
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