The tension in the air was thick, the atmosphere heavy with anticipation.
"It's over! Something big is about to happen!"
"These people are insane!"
"The Tianlong people will be furious!"
"Sorry, sorry!"
"I hope this doesn't affect us!"
Fear spread like wildfire among the crowd. Panic-stricken, people grabbed their belongings and scattered in all directions. The scene was chaotic—bodies of the Tianlong people's guards lay motionless on the ground. This act of defiance was bound to enrage the Tianlong King of the island, and when he found out, a massacre was inevitable.
Ding! Acquired Passerby's Fear +9!
Ding! Acquired Passerby's Fear +9!
Ding! Acquired Passerby's Fear +9!
Within moments, the once-bustling street was empty, leaving only Akira and his three companions standing amidst the silence.
"Brother, where do we go next?" Hancock gazed up at Akira with wide, innocent eyes.
Akira's heart nearly melted at the sight.
She's adorable! When she grows up, I must make her mine! he thought to himself.
He clenched his fists, his eyes blazing with determination. "I told you, I'll destroy anyone who bullies you! The first step is to wipe out every single Tianlong person on this island!"
"Brother, do you really mean it?" The three girls looked at him, their eyes gleaming with excitement and admiration.
Initially, they had thought Akira's words were just bold talk, but now they realized he was serious. Their admiration deepened.
Akira nodded firmly. "Of course! I never go back on my word!"
But more than that, he had unfinished business in the palace—he had a princess to find. The woman who had insulted him would soon face his wrath.
"Brother is amazing!"
"Brother is incredible!"
"I love my brother!"
The three girls cheered enthusiastically, their eyes shining as they looked up to Akira as if he were a deity. To them, the Tianlong people were the embodiment of evil, but Akira—he was a god among devils.
Ding! Acquired Boa Hancock's Worship +19!
Ding! Acquired Boa Marigold's Worship +19!
Ding! Acquired Boa Sandersonia's Worship +19!
Akira was momentarily stunned.
So, emotions can be collected like this? And admiration is even more valuable than fear!
A plan formed in his mind—he would keep these girls happy. Their worship could be a valuable resource for him in the future.
"Let's go! To the Tianlong Palace!"
Akira's eyes sparkled with excitement. He had already accumulated over 600 emotional points. If he caused chaos in the palace, he might even reach 1,000! Then he could draw new abilities, enhance his strength, and ensure that even if he faced a high-ranking general, he wouldn't be at a disadvantage.
With that, the group made their way toward the palace.
The Tianlong Palace was a testament to opulence—golden walls, floors inlaid with silver and gemstones, and an air of untouchable superiority. Nobles and guards, dressed in extravagant clothing, walked through the halls, their arrogance evident in every step.
Akira had expected resistance upon entering, but surprisingly, no one stopped him. No one even questioned his presence. The guards barely glanced at him, assuming he belonged there.
Of course, he realized. This is the Tianlong Palace. Who would dare enter unless they belonged? The guards must assume I'm one of them.
With ease, Akira and his group slipped inside.
Today was a special occasion—nobles flooded the halls, offering extravagant gifts. But the most disturbing gifts of all were the slaves—humans, bound in chains, being paraded as commodities.
Akira's gaze darkened. "These monsters..."
Then, an idea struck him.
If I free the slaves and let them unleash their rage, the entire palace will be thrown into chaos. The Tianlong people will suffer the consequences of their own cruelty.
But first, he had unfinished business.
He grabbed a passing guard by the collar and asked coldly, "Where is the princess? The king sent me to deliver a message."
The guard, mistaking Akira for a fellow noble, answered respectfully, "The princess is in the dressing chamber, preparing for the ceremony."
"Take me there."
"Y-Yes, sir!"
The guard obediently led Akira and his companions to the chamber's entrance. "The princess is inside. Please wait while I announce your presence."
Before the guard could take another step, Akira swiftly snapped his neck.
Turning to the three girls, he smiled. "Wait here. Don't wander off."
They nodded seriously. "Brother, we'll be on the lookout!"
"Good girls." He ruffled their hair affectionately before turning to the chamber's grand doors.
With a single powerful kick, he sent the doors flying open, stepping inside and slamming them shut behind him.
Inside, Princess Ellie—a noble Tianlong woman—was in the middle of changing into her ceremonial outfit. Dressed in a half-removed golden robe and elegant silk stockings, she gasped in horror at the intruder.
Her eyes widened as she scrambled to cover herself. "How dare you?! Where did this filthy dog come from?! Get out now before I have you executed!"
Akira smirked. "Hehe..."
Akira's lips curled into a grim smile as he walked toward Ellie, his tone icy: "You wanted to kill me, didn't you? Enjoy riding on my head and playing with me? Well, I'm right here. Do as you please."
Ellie blinked in surprise, her expression shifting rapidly. Her eyes widened, and then, a mischievous glint appeared. "Wait… you're the one who looked like a dog and could talk? How did you end up like this?"
Her curiosity didn't carry an ounce of fear. Instead, there was an unmistakable spark of intrigue in her gaze. If anything, she seemed more fascinated than frightened.
"Well, well, well. Not bad at all! You actually turned out a little handsome. This makes things more interesting…" Ellie covered her mouth with a sly laugh, her voice filled with amusement and excitement.
Akira narrowed his eyes, his patience quickly running thin. "You think people are just toys for you to play with?"
Ellie didn't flinch. Instead, she tilted her head, her eyes glimmering with playfulness. "What, you don't like playing with women?" she teased. Her voice lowered into a provocative purr as she crossed her long, white legs, giving him a confident, almost mocking look. Then, in an unexpected shift, her expression turned cold as she snapped, "Dog! Kneel and lick my feet! From now on, you'll be my slave!"
Akira's anger flared, his nostrils flaring with fury. This woman never learned. His eyes burned with a fierce intensity as his aura grew heavy, radiating with the power of his reincarnation gaze. He glared at Ellie, his voice dripping with cold menace, each word sharp and deliberate. "A dog? A slave? I'll show you what a real man is."
With that, Akira charged toward her, his resolve unshakable, his every step echoing the promise of destruction.