บท 712: The Lost Demon and The Dark Witch - IV

"You do care," Nine's sweet laughter contrasted eerily with her hoarse voice, creating a strangely bewitching effect.

"Because you're aware of my sole talent as a mortal. You know where my only value lies."

As she advanced step by step, Nine softly spoke: "Have Miss Seraphina and Miss Ravenna bestowed new expectations upon you? Do they thank you for saving those nine million people, hoping you can save even more?"

Nine tilted her head slightly, pausing momentarily before continuing:

"...No, that's not it. They believe you're benevolent, while you don't consider yourself so."

"Your gaze," she said gently, "Your complex, bewildered, sorrowful gaze as you observe those unfortunate souls reveals the answer to me."

"For me, a single glance suffices."

"But this burden has weighed on you for so long. Perhaps you're only now realizing it, but you shouldn't torment yourself so. Ah... I understand now."