As soon as he finished speaking, before Grim could act, the big man pulled out a dagger from his embrace and stabbed himself in the heart, killing himself.
"Heavenly Ascension..."
"The Outer Rim terrorists are ridiculous. Grim muttered as he released his grip, letting the big man's body fall, " he's just Nikke, but everyone wants to grab him, everyone wants to fight over him. Even Ark Government was the same, as if as long as they could get that boiled duck, it wouldn't matter if Rapture destroyed the world."
"....."
"It's really sad."
"Fortunately, this isn't the first time I've been disappointed with humans."
Grim got rid of a bit of sadness and weakness in his heart.
He bent down, reached out his hand to remove the gas mask, and closed the dead man's eyes before turning to walk toward the stunned Rupee in the alley.
"Are you all right, Rupee?"
"Ah, brother, I'm fine."Rupee is clearly frightened. Everything happened too suddenly, and it so happened that she was one of the least cunning among all Nikke: "those people seem to be here to kidnap me?"
"Mm."
"Fear not? It's okay, I'll take you home... Heave-ho!"
Grim took the Rupee, but as soon as his hand supported the woman's thigh and exerted a little force, his veins began to ache.
Holding a Rupee feels like lifting a stone lion.
I forgot about Nikki's weight.
"Brother, Can you really do it?"
"I am... I can do it!"
Thud!
After only two steps, Grim is catapulted to the Surface by Rupee.
He looked at the Rupee that was on top of him with an embarrassed expression, and couldn't help but sigh, "Well, not now."
Rupee looked at Grim, whose face was covered in blood and looked exhausted, and couldn't help but show a hint of regret and hurt.
If only he hadn't insisted on dragging Grim to confront his fans, they wouldn't have been plunged into this kind of dangerous situation.
"Brother, I'm sorry, it's all Rupee's fault."
"If the Rupee does not insist on dragging you here..."
"All Right, Rupee. Grim sat down and put his index finger to his lips, " have you forgotten that I am Commander? Getting caught in danger is normal, after all, from now on, no one will follow or disturb you anymore."
"If you really feel bad, why don't you come to The Outpost more often to see me in the future?"
"Mm, thank you, sis! Rupee wiped away the tears in the corners of her eyes and immediately carried Grim on her back, "Rupee will take you to the hospital. Oh, yes, we also need to call the police!"
"No need. I've sent a message to Officer Poli, and he's on his way."
"Also, there is no need to take me to the hospital. I'm not hurt, just a little tired."
"Then where do we go?"
"Let's just find a place where there is a bed and a bathroom."
"Brother, how about going to the hotel?"
A few minutes later.
Royal Avenue, Sapphire Blue Hotel.
Grim stood under the shower, letting the hot water wash away the bloodstains on his body.
After using his killing ability for the first time, Grim's sword skills further improved.
Regarding his ability being named "Sandevistan," Grim felt that the naming of the system was somewhat inappropriate.
Sandevistan is a cybernetic implant of a certain cyberpunk work, which stimulates muscles through scientific technologies to improve human perception and speed, achieving the effect of slowing down time.
But his abilities do not come from implants; rather, they are special innate powers.
The system only generates this power.
"Hmm..."
"I've only used it twice, and I already feel a little tired."
"I still don't know how to practice this ability, but unless it's needed, it's probably better not to use it too often in a short period of time."
Grim stared at his Palm, deep in thought about his secret.
Suddenly, the bathroom door opened.
Rupee, who was wearing only a leopard-print bra, also walked in.
Grim, who was sitting on a bench washing dishes, turned and found his face full of the woman's chest.
Grim accidentally buried his face in there.
But again, they are so gentle, just like the gentle paradise that a man dreams of. Even Grim could hardly resist such a succumbing temptation now.
"Eh? Brother, are you tired?"
"A little."Grim answered honestly.
"It's okay, just lie down in Rupee's arms. Rupee generously offered his chest, letting Grim lie there to his heart's content: "after all, Sister kan is Rupee's girlfriend. As long as you want, Rupee will do anything!"
"Rupee, thank you."
"By the way, are you really going to do something?"
"Yes!"
"I'll leave the laundry to you. Let me lie here for a second."
Although her clothes were like a spicy girl, Rupee was actually a very tender-hearted girl.
She was like a patient older sister, fulfilling Grim's every request, patiently helping him cleanse his body.
Grim's slightly strained spirit slowly loosened thanks to his gentle treatment.
It's very good…
Ever since he came to the Ark, nothing good has happened.
Every day, he is sent to the Surface to crawl through sewers, walk in the snow, or fight to the death with Rapture. Occasionally, he will also get a hole in his stomach or a gunshot wound. During the half a year he was Commander, Grim almost never felt trust among the people. After all, there were only a few people in the entire Ark who actually treated him well; the rest either wanted to kill him or were wary of him.
Fortunately, there was Nikke.
And they can become his supporters and supporters. Otherwise, Grim might have a mental breakdown and resign early, just like any other Commander.
"Brother, I've always wanted to ask, Why Are you always gentle on Nikke?"Rupee was helping Grim wash his back when he suddenly asked softly, a little curious.
"Hmm? Why do you ask that?"Grim asked back.
"Because it's weird. According to Ark's unwritten rules, commanders generally regard Nikke as an item that can be sacrificed. Many people in Ark also looked down on Nikke. In their eyes, Nikke was just an iron-skinned monster with a long life, and who knows, someday they might go berserk and attack pedestrians indiscriminately on the street. In this kind of environment, the emergence of someone like Big Brother, someone so gentle towards Nikke, isn't it even more strange?"Rupee blinked curiously.
"Really? That's weird."
"But my life was saved by Nikke. I went to the Surface with them, climbed Snowy Mountains, fought the terrible Rapture, and laughed and chatted around the campfire."
"When people label them monsters, only I know that they are all simple girls and husks. They dedicate everything to Ark, but even so, Ark is unwilling to give them the treatment they deserve."
"Because humans are afraid of Rapture, and they are also afraid of Nikke. They planted a trace of thought in Nikke's head, thinking that this would allow the Ark to continue its decay indefinitely."
"But such a society is ultimately sick."
"And for me, it was from that day that I decided to do something for Nikke."