Bab 3403: Imperfect Beings (Part 2)

"Undeath makes people equal. It allows a pipsqueak like Ilthin who weighs 65 kilograms (143 pounds) soaking wet to fight against dozens of tons heavy Divine Beasts.

"It gives talent and power to those who were born poor and helpless. If you don't see it or agree with me, I don't care." Baba Yaga took a few furious strides forward until she was alone.

Despite her age, wisdom, and power, she hated it when someone put her life work into question, especially if it came from someone she considered a friend.

It took the Mother a few deep breaths and a little introspection to calm down and walk back to Solus' side.

"As for your question about Night, you deserve an answer, Solus, and so does Lith." She turned to look him in the eyes. "I want you to understand me, even if you might end up considering me a monster. I want you to know there's a reason I do what I do."