Even when he hadn't activated his Ajin power, Sato could kill six armed gangsters with his incomplete body.
After offending almost all the gangs in Neon, he still managed to evade capture for five years, killing hundreds of people before finally being caught.
After activating his Ajin power, he perfectly applied Ajin characteristics to combat, existing as the pinnacle of human intelligence and combat ability.
However, all plans, probes, and arrogance ultimately meant nothing in the face of true strength.
The trap he painstakingly set became nothing more than an ignorant clown in his own solo act.
"It doesn't matter if you like to pretend to sleep; you can't escape my restraints, nor can you leave here."
Rod indifferently looked at Sato, who was in multiple cages and restraints.
"Actually, I'm also curious about the principle of Ajin, but I don't want to become someone I despise, experimenting with innocent people. So I chose the lucky you as my target."
"Once, a god tried to question me with the trolley problem, but if it were a choice between someone like you, with a twisted mind who will kill countless people in the future, and a group of innocent people on two different tracks."
"I think even a fool would make the right choice."
"Enjoy this final silence until I find a suitable person to experiment on."
Rod casually spent his Wish Points, condensing Sato's combat skills into [Modern Warfare Techniques] and copying them to himself, planning to copy them to Shimomura Izumi later.
After Rod left, Sato's lips curled slightly.
"Being captured by you was also within my expectations. Unable to escape? You really underestimate me."
He confidently opened his eyes, then the smile on his face instantly froze.
Because...
What greeted his eyes was a gloomy sky with no sun, moon, or stars, and continuous grey-black irregular cubes in the distance.
The entire space was empty and silent, with no wind, no signs of life, only stillness and oppression.
This place looked nothing like Earth!
"...."
[S-Class World Wish has been completed.]
[Mission completion exceeded expectations, Wish Granter satisfaction is ultimate.]
[Congratulations on receiving an S-Class reward.]
[Reward One: Title · God of Ajin, Effect: Can freely grant or strip anyone of Ajin characteristics without consumption.]
[Reward Two: Permanently anchor this world, does not occupy a Ten Thousand Worlds Wish slot, can travel back and forth at any time.]
[Reward Three: 20,000 Wish Points, current balance 77,700 points.]
While the entire world was plunged into chaos and panic due to the sudden loss of its high-ranking officials.
Shimomura Izumi finally achieved her long-cherished wish, merging with Rod.
The journey of pioneering is always accompanied by pain and joy, and the final outcome was Shimomura Izumi's utter defeat. 470
Even if Shimomura Izumi loudly called for her Sister Suzuki to come for a women's doubles match, the transformed Rod merely sneered and easily defeated both of them simultaneously.
Afterward, Shimomura Izumi couldn't help but look at Suzuki Jun with admiration.
How did Sister Suzuki manage to fight the Great Demon King alone without losing before?
Meanwhile, Suzuki Jun herself was in a state of confusion.
Huh? Was her master ever this fierce before?
After this, while the time-stasis effect still had a few days left, Rod took the two of them back to see their families from a distance, then took them traveling around the world, and even took many private photos as souvenirs.
In the future, there would be more and more girls around him, and Rod cherished the initial time he spent alone with them.
On the last day, they returned to Tokyo, leaning against each other on a rooftop.
The three quietly gazed at Tokyo Tower from afar, waiting for time to end.
"Hoo.... Hoo.... I finally found you!"
Tosaki Yu pushed open the rooftop door, panting heavily, staring intently at Rod, who had a girl on each arm.
"The true savior of Ajin!"
Rod turned back in surprise, and upon seeing the newcomer's appearance, he showed a playful expression.
"You're from the Neon government?"
"Before I completely lost hope, I didn't expect anyone to actually follow the clues and find me. Should I commend your perseverance?"
"So... what do you plan to do? Expose us, try to capture us."
Tosaki Yu clenched his fists, staring intently at Rod, taking one step after another closer.
Shimomura Izumi's eyes sharpened as she pulled out her pistol, about to stand up, but Suzuki Jun reached out and stopped her.
She turned her head in confusion, only to see Suzuki Jun shaking her head, signaling her not to rush.
Tosaki Yu stopped two meters from Rod, then suddenly knelt, forcefully banging his forehead on the concrete ground, and shouted.
"Reward... there should be a reward after completing the game, right? I beg for your mercy!"
He trembled all over, pleading with tears streaming down his face.
"I don't care what happens to this world; I just want my seriously ill wife to recover."
"Take my life or my soul, whatever you want, I will give it to you."
"As long as she can recover, I will do anything for you!"
The prompt for an A-class wish sounded in his mind at the opportune moment, but Rod, eager to return, was somewhat uninterested at this point.
"But you don't have what I want."
"Ajin! All those who were once Ajin, I have found and recorded their names!"
Tosaki Yu took out a tattered notebook from his embrace, holding it up with both hands, his forehead still pressed firmly against the concrete ground.
"These fervent followers of yours, spread across various industries worldwide, united, will exert unimaginable power. I can form such a company to serve you."
"With your great power, you may not care for mortal forces, but this is the only thing I could think of to do for you."
After speaking, Tosaki Yu closed his eyes tightly, quietly awaiting Rod's judgment.
Rod rested his chin on his hand, silently pondering for a moment.
This world almost gave him whatever he wished for; if he truly wanted something, he didn't need to go through such complicated means, he could simply take it himself.
However, he created a force to support himself, not to make himself work overtime every day.
Moreover, his future subordinates would also need an organization to hone various management experiences...
Rod rose with a calm expression.
"Lead the way."
Tosaki Yu instantly burst into tears.
"Thank you for your mercy, I will dedicate everything to you!"
His wife's illness was very complex, but Rod couldn't be bothered to put much thought into it.
With just a snap of his fingers, he turned them all into Ajin, easily fulfilling Tosaki Yu's wish and gaining another 2,000 Wish Points.
After this, disregarding Tosaki Yu's desire to express gratitude, Rod took the hands of his two maids and decisively left the Ajin World.
By the sickbed.
Tosaki Yu wiped away the tears from his eyes, holding his wife's hand.
"I'm sorry, to repay that Lord's infinite grace, I will climb to the top by any means necessary, even if it means becoming a bad person!"
His wife, plain in appearance but understanding, gently squeezed her husband's hand and smiled.
"That Lord saved me, didn't he? It's okay, I will also work hard with you to repay him."
[All wishes in the Ajin World have been completed.]
[You can refresh for new Ten Thousand Worlds Wishes at any time.]
[Current Ten Thousand Worlds Wishes:]
[Empty]
[One Piece World · Koby: Wuwuwu, someone good please save me from Alvida's ship! (B-class Wish)]
[I Alone Level Up World · Cheng Xiaoyu: If my mother can recover, I will pay any price. (A-Rank Wish)]
A corner of Orario.
Rhode, along with Suzuki Jun and Shimomura Izumi, emerged from the vortex.
They had already changed into adventurer outfits suitable for this world.
Suzuki Jun wore a deep burgundy high-collared, cinched-waist coat, dark gold knight pants, and black knee-high boots, with a dark red cape draped over one shoulder, exuding an elegant, mature aura.
She curiously watched the adventurers passing by from the other end of the street, her heart quite excited.
"This is… the Land of Gods."
Shimomura Izumi wore a short, fitted jacket with simple protective gear on the shoulders and sleeves, and light armored trousers with blue-grey mid-top boots, looking youthful and capable.
She subconsciously placed her right hand on her waist, her sharp gaze scanning her surroundings.
"I always have a bad premonition of lurking danger…"
When the two of them stood together, Rhode always felt a subtle contrast.
Suzuki Jun, who was older, often appeared innocent and playful, while her younger sister, Shimomura Izumi, was more pragmatic and decisive.
"This time period is indeed not very safe, but it won't affect us for now."
Rhode took a deep breath, thinking of the naive girls in the Court of the Stars, and couldn't help but show a look of anticipation and longing.
"Let's go, I'll introduce you to my family in this world."
Suzuki Jun and Shimomura Izumi exchanged glances, nervously swallowing.
The Court of the Stars, built in a corner of Orario.
Today was also a peaceful and harmonious day.
Probably…
"I demand that you correct yourself, Kaguya!"
"Why should this concubine retract what she has said?"
Her bangs were cut flat across her forehead, and her long black hair, reaching her waist, was as smooth as silk, like the embodiment of a Yamato Nadeshiko.
Kaguya's words and actions were gentle and graceful, as if she were a noble lady living deep within her chambers, but a malicious smile hung on her face.
The elf stared at Kaguya, pressing her case.
"You said that for the greater good, a minority must be sacrificed?"
"Would that truly be the 'Justice' that Goddess Astrea hopes for! What meaning is there in peace achieved through such sacrifices!"
Kaguya first opened her eyes, which curved into crescents, then narrowed them like a fox.
"You~ idiot~~~ You're so shallow my legs are going soft!"
"Wh—…!!!"
"I thought you would have grown a little, following Rhode. That's why you're called a useless elf~"
Kaguya tossed etiquette aside, deliberately lengthening her words to rudely mock the elf.
Ryu was so enraged she was about to explode, glaring fiercely at her.
Kaguya softened her tone slightly.
"I, too, was moved by Goddess Astrea and am deeply devoted to her. Otherwise, I would not have settled here. That Goddess's character is noble and honorable, worthy of admiration."
"If that's the case…!"
"However, Goddess Astrea's justice and its practical application in reality are two different things!"
Kaguya said with a sharp gaze and a cold tone.
"I'll put it another way so you'll understand better, shall I? Don't think that with our limited strength, we can save everyone!"
Ryu slightly clenched her fists, pressing her lips together.
In the past, she would undoubtedly have been left speechless.
But if she had truly grown at all up until now, then it was undoubtedly because—
"If it's him, he can do it!"
Kaguya's eyes widened slightly.
"Huh?"
Ryu took a step forward, looking up to confront Kaguya.
"If it's Rhode, he will accomplish anything, no matter how illogical!"
After her initial surprise, Kaguya didn't refute, merely sneered.
"So what? Are you a selfish child who inexplicably burdens Rhode with all her wishes?"
"That's not true!"
Ryu absolutely could not accept that accusation.
"The current me no longer pursues pure and flawless justice. I also know that my weak power cannot save everyone."
"Then you…"
"But just because I can't do it now, should I give up? Do you think Rhode would like us like that?!"
"!!!"
"Do you think Rhode is the kind of guy who, when faced with something too difficult to achieve, would just spout righteous words and give up on his own?"
"…"
"I don't know where Rhode is right now, but I know he's working desperately for us. We can't hold him back, can we?"
All the girls in the room widened their eyes in surprise, looking up incredulously at the impassioned Ryu.
Laila rubbed her eyes, letting out a soft chuckle.
"…It's truly unbelievable. In my lifetime, I actually get to see Ryu render Kaguya speechless."
Rhode had unknowingly become the pillar of support in Ryu's heart.
Maliu showed a gentle smile, looking at Kaguya, who was uncharacteristically stunned.
"And it's not just Ryu; even the most pragmatic Kaguya actually believes in her heart that Rhode is someone who can achieve miracles."
Because of this, even when the two were arguing fiercely, their emotions would involuntarily soften when Rhode was mentioned.
In fact, everyone in the Familia was the same.
Rhode was such an important person to everyone.
Nize half-lay on the sofa, idly playing with her tail.
"Rhode is only out of the Familia for a moment, and everyone's atmosphere has become a bit strange."
Yes.
All the girls silently agreed.
They had only known him for a few days, but at some point, Rhode had quietly become an indispensable presence in everyone's hearts.
Just because he was out for a while, everyone would actually become anxious.
This was a scene that would have been unimaginable before.
Even Alise, who was always full of energy, would become a little down because of it.
On the second floor, Alise was quietly observing the argument between the two with Goddess Astrea. Seeing the atmosphere soften because of someone who wasn't present, she quietly breathed a sigh of relief.
Alise pouted, saying in a tone that was either jealous or proud.
"As expected of Rhode, even when he's not in the Familia, everyone still trusts him!"
But then her gaze became a little dim.
"However… Goddess, I actually sometimes agree with Kaguya's thoughts. Do you really think someone can achieve 'ideals'?"
Goddess Astrea's deep blue eyes, like a sea of stars, looked towards the main entrance, a smile on her lips.
"Alise, don't you know?"
"Such people—we call them 'Heroes'."
The next second, the main door was pushed open forcefully, followed by Rhode's familiar voice.
"Everyone, I'm back."
The lively atmosphere of the Court of the Stars suddenly quieted for a second, then instantly erupted!
The girls joyfully rushed towards Rhode.
"Rhode~~~ I missed you so much!"
"Dwarf, why are you squeezing in and joining the fun? You barely talk normally!"
"Hmph, elf, aren't you the most fastidious? Why are you also rushing over to hug Rhode's arm!"
"Nize, get off Rhode's back! That's my spot! Also, keep your tail in check, don't let it touch strange places randomly!"
"Sorry, Maliu, my tail has a mind of its own!"
"Amazon, why did you specifically take off your coat in front of Rhode? Shameless!"
"Hehe, Leyana, you're jealous of my figure, aren't you~ Rhode's gaze lingers on me more~"
As a result, the two original protagonists of the argument were left outside, at a loss.
"Move aside, move aside! Rhode's embrace belongs to the pure and beautiful me!"
Alise, impatient, directly leaped over the railing from the second floor, forcefully pushing aside the grumbling girls with brute strength, and boldly jumped into Rhode's arms.
"Alise, when did anyone say you could monopolize Rhode?"
"Hmph, Laila, I'm the captain!"
"That's not even the same thing…"
Rhode received the girls' enthusiastic welcome one after another with a wry smile, but his heart was equally joyful.
"Alright, alright, I only went out this morning, is there any need to be this excited?"