Najenda looked at Esdeath, who was showing a demure, womanly side, with disbelief.
Others might not know how strong Esdeath was, but as her former colleague, she knew exactly how powerful the woman in front of her was. It was precisely because of this that she was so shocked to learn that someone had defeated and conquered Esdeath.
Najenda's heart churned, and countless thoughts flashed through her mind.
What kind of methods and strength did this New King possess?
He was able to subdue someone as powerful and arrogant as Esdeath.
Esdeath scanned the people present.
There was Akame, eating with her sister, Leone sitting nearby and drinking, and Najenda, who was currently processing the information. They were all quite strong individuals.
And there were also some capable individuals within Night Raid. If she could recruit them, her master would surely be very pleased.
Thinking this, Esdeath looked at Najenda and asked, "Najenda, would you and your comrades like to follow my King?"
Esdeath's words brought Najenda back to reality.
Akame stopped eating, and Leone put down her flask.
For them, the North was like a utopia. There were no nobles, only people.
The King enacted new policies for the common people. Perhaps following such a King would not be a bad idea.
Kurome looked at her older sister. She didn't want to be separated from her sister, even if it meant turning her sister into a puppet. But the new King had said that she could try to persuade her sister.
She thought for a moment and handed over the small biscuit in her hand. "Nee-san, here's a biscuit for you. Can you please not leave Kurome?"
Akame watched Kurome, her heart a mix of emotions. She didn't know how to choose now.
She looked at Najenda, seemingly waiting for her decision.
Najenda also found it difficult to make a decision.
Night Raid was backed by the Revolutionary Army, and was a sharp blade used by the Revolutionary Army to deal with the Empire's corrupt nobles.
However, even within the Revolutionary Army, not everyone was united. And along her journey, she had seen former members of the Revolutionary Army living in peace and prosperity.
Originally, she had intended to investigate why the Revolutionary Army in the North had lost contact, but now she understood why they had gone silent. They had seen the utopia that the Revolutionary Army spoke of.
Finally, Najenda broke the quiet, "Esdeath, I cannot give you an immediate answer. We and the other members have sacrificed a lot to overthrow the corrupt Empire, and we have intricate ties with the Revolutionary Army."
"However, I have also witnessed the changes in the North, and your King truly seems capable of bringing about a different world. I am also very much looking forward to meeting the King you speak of."
Najenda had her own concerns. She had her responsibilities, and many people depended on her. Like Bulat, Mine, Sheele, and the others. She had to be responsible for them.
Esdeath understood Najenda's concerns. She was the leader of an organization, and many people were behind her. She couldn't decide their path for them.
Esdeath smiled. "I understand your concerns, but you can go and meet my King. How about making your decision after meeting him?"
Najenda was somewhat tempted by Esdeath's words.
She looked at Akame and Leone. "What do you two think?"
Akame looked at her sister, then back at Najenda. "Boss, I think we can go anmeet him."
Leone said, "Haha, I think so too. Boss, let's go see him. If possible, I'd like to have a grand fight with this King."
Najenda looked at Esdeath. "Please introduce us to him."
Esdeath nodded. "Of course, I look forward to your joining."
Then she looked in one direction, and continued, "However, everyone needs to wait a moment. I need to deal with something."
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Boom!
Boom!
Boom!
Trees continuously collapsed as figures intertwined.
"Hahaha! Numa! I like you more and more!"
"Just let me kill you!"
Ibara extended his arm, then whipped out a dense net of whips like a true whip.
The next moment.
Pfft!
A spear pierced him from behind, emerging from his chest.
Numa looked at Ibara with indifference.
If it weren't for Esdeath, perhaps he would have had the chance to lead the North to glory.
Ibara looked down at the spear piercing him, a smile on his lips. "Got you."
"What?"
Numa was stunned, then he was embraced by the extended arm.
Ibara's head twisted unnaturally to look at him from behind. "What a pity, it almost pierced my heart. As thanks, I'll send you on your way."
Saying this, many sharp spikes grew from Ibara's body, impaling Numa.
Ibara anticipated Numa's painful screams. But unfortunately for him, Numa was already an undead.
The imagined sounds did not come, and then Ibara spat out a mouthful of blood.
Numa's hand, gripping the spear, twisted his body in a strange manner.
"Impossible!" Ibara's eyes widened.
He hadn't expected Numa to be able to counterattack in such a situation.
He quickly broke free and created some distance.
Looking at Numa, who was riddled with holes, Ibara's previous smile turned grim.
Even this isn't enough?
Then... let's tear him apart!
Ibara pulled out a vial of medicine and injected it into his body without hesitation.
Thump thump! Thump thump!
His body began to twist and his entire body swelled to over ten meters.
He looked at Numa and laughed maniacally. "Hahaha! Numa, I'm going to tear you apart!"