Chapter 87

In the courtroom that resembled a musical theater, the atmosphere was tense. The auditorium was packed, and the God of Justice sat at the highest seat, overseeing the performance of sinners as they were judged for their crimes.

The sinner's lies found no refuge in front of the god. As the trial proceeded, the sinner's hysterical ugliness and all the evidence of his crime were displayed in front of the audience. Angry shouts echoed throughout the courtroom: "Kill him!", "Let him die!", "Break him into pieces!", "Death sentence!"

The opera house was filled with the firm, unified will of the people. The "Night Raid" members watched in shock, witnessing a scene that challenged their understanding of justice.

Was this truly a "just" trial? Displaying all the evidence of the sinner's guilt in front of the people, letting their will decide whether he was right or wrong, and ultimately judging him by the law—this was unlike anything they had seen. Whether it was the empire or the revolutionary army, the laws they knew served only those in power, not the people.

The God of Justice granted the people the right to determine right and wrong, while the ruling itself belonged to the law. Did this mean that the people were the true masters of the world?

A stern voice broke through the chaos, bringing the scattered thoughts of Night Raid back to focus.

"Quiet!"

The chief judge, known as the 'Water Dragon King,' spoke with authority. "Now, the trial is over. Under the supervision of the God of Justice, the presiding judge will make the final decision."

"The sinner, Perik, used his religious position to deceive, extort, and exploit many women. He sold numerous women into prostitution in the imperial capital, plundering their dignity and the wealth of the people. I hereby pronounce the sentence: death penalty, to be executed immediately."

The stern proclamation caused the already hysterical Perik to faint from fear. The crowd, now at their peak of fury, erupted into cheers that filled the entire opera house. At the moment of the final judgment, the last trace of darkness and injustice that weighed on the people seemed to be swept away.

Clorinde stepped forward with an indifferent expression. She waved her hand, signaling the members of the law enforcement court to take Perik away. "Take him down and execute him!"

Her heart was burning with anger. She had been part of Fontaine's law enforcement for years, but no trial had angered her as much as this one. If she hadn't beheaded this beast in front of the people, she would have shot him herself.

Witnessed by the people, the criminal from the first trial was beheaded, and the cheers of the crowd reverberated throughout the city. The previous lifelessness of the city seemed to be swept away, as if it was suddenly warmed by the sun.

After the execution, the Law Enforcement Court and the Special Patrol Team quickly took over maintaining order throughout the city. The followers of 'An Ning Road' cooperated actively without any resistance. The leader was indeed a shrewd person.

With the cooperation of 'An Ning Road,' all exits of the city were blocked to prevent any escape by the remaining sinners. Once sealed, the Opera House began a ten-day, sleepless trial.

People submitted their appeals to the arbitration court, and the judges accepted each one. The law enforcement agencies and special patrol teams continued to apprehend and pursue criminals, bringing them to the court for trial. Every trial was claimed to be absolutely just.

After witnessing one trial after another, the concept of "true justice" had taken root in the people's hearts. Justice that conformed to the will of the people was seen as the real justice.

Although law enforcement officers patrolled the streets arresting criminals, creating a tense atmosphere, there was laughter and a sense of hope among the citizens. People spoke of 'judgment,' 'justice,' 'crime,' 'god,' and 'the supreme judge.' The executions in the square caused the crime rate to drop rapidly.

The Night Raid members walked out of the auditorium after the 326th trial. Seeing the people smiling and laughing, they were bewildered. In the face of 'true' justice, they began to question the 'justice' they pursued.

Brand, looking at the lively streets, couldn't help but clench his fists. "Sister, do you think the revolutionary army is just? Although I thought what I did was just, is the revolutionary army just?" He looked at the captain, Najenda.

Mine pursed her lips, also looking at Najenda. Seeing a real 'just' trial was like seeing a paradise she had never dreamed could exist. She fought against discrimination, hoping for equality and justice—now it seemed such a place existed.

Najenda remained silent. Compared to the empire, the revolutionary army might be less exploitative, but against the city of the God of Justice, even the revolutionary army seemed tainted.

Leone crossed her arms, laughing boldly, "Hahaha, boss, if you don't say anything, I'll take that as agreement. I joined Night Raid to kill the corrupt nobility in the capital, to protect ordinary people. Compared to the revolutionary army, these people are the real justice. Sorry, boss, but I'm leaving Night Raid."

Her declaration immediately swayed others in Night Raid who were already having doubts. Akame watched as the law enforcement officers arrested criminals, her expression cold. As a former member of the empire's assassination force, she knew how dark the empire was compared to the brightness of this city. Turning to Najenda, she said, "Boss, I want to leave Night Raid and join them." She gestured towards the law enforcement officers.

Brand looked apologetically at Najenda, scratching his head. "Sorry, big sis, but I feel the same."

Najenda took a deep breath, then slowly exhaled. "I understand."

Originally, the revolutionary army stood for justice, but after seeing what true justice could be, those who had joined for that purpose found their own organization lacking. She knew that Night Raid, as they had known it, was over.

"I'll report this to the revolutionary army," she said. After a pause, she added with a smile, "I'll be joining here as well."

Hill, a woman with long purple hair, rubbed her eyes. "Did something happen?"

Her innocent question broke the tense atmosphere. Leone patted her shoulder and laughed heartily, "Haha, Hill, you're still as confused as ever!"

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Sky Island, Teyvat.

"You did a pretty good job, completing the first step in one go." Takumi sat on a throne, watching the live broadcast with his legs crossed.

The 'Human Realm Power System' had quickly enveloped the world of Akame ga Kill, drawing faith and laws from that world. Takumi noted, "The strength of the laws in Akame ga Kill's world is only slightly weaker than that of Teyvat. It has even produced a power comparable to a high-level demon god."

A colorful thread of law appeared in his hand. When he grasped it, an Eye of God exclusive to Akame ga Kill's world formed in his palm. He casually tossed it into that world.

The broadcast shifted, revealing a woman with long ice-blue hair exuding a chilling aura.

"I thought a lesser demon god would suffice, but it seems that's not the case... The world of Akame ga Kill is being upgraded to a high-energy world. Once a true god is born, it will rival Teyvat."

"A world with 80% ice and 20% time laws... Not as strong as Teyvat's, but comparable to the seven original rulers." Takumi opened a portal to Akame ga Kill's world. "The Law of Ice and the Law of Time challenge Furina and Neuvillette..."

"The first-generation rulers' power should not be present among the second-generation rulers." He stood from his throne, a smirk on his face.

"So, Lord Celestia is here to balance the accounts."