Boom~
In the void between dimensions, August stood silently, observing the scene before him.
An entire world, once vibrant, now lay shattered and broken.
A year had passed since the annihilation of the Revolutionary Army Alliance.
During this time, August refrained from interfering further. Instead, he waited patiently for the inevitable destruction of the world.
Six months after the fall of the Alliance, the world of Akame ga Kill began to experience an unprecedented wave of natural disasters. Earthquakes, typhoons, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, tectonic shifts, and sea tornadoes wreaked havoc across the land.
It was as if the world itself, terminally ill and at the end of its life, had succumbed to systemic failure, leaving no room for salvation.
August observed everything with the detached perspective of a bystander.
In the absence of the corrupt minister, the Revolutionary Army, and the invading tribes, the Empire experienced a brief period of renaissance. Within just six months, it seemed as though the nation had been reborn. But this fragile dream was short-lived, shattered by the sheer magnitude of the natural calamities.
The Empire, once revitalized, proved powerless against the relentless onslaught. Temperatures plummeted, weather patterns turned erratic, and unrelenting storms devastated farmlands, leaving crops unable to grow. Amid such chaos, even the most orderly systems crumbled within two months, and the newly restructured Empire fell apart.
With destruction imminent, humanity's darkest traits surfaced as people struggled to survive. Chaos reigned, as each individual sought only to prolong their own life.
But August, along with Esdeath, Akame, Kurome, and the female members of the Jaegers, remained indifferent. They merely watched as the world unraveled.
Despite her best efforts, Najenda's numerous proposals and solutions to avert the disaster ultimately failed. Though she had Esdeath's full support, the Empire's disintegration was inevitable. Only the imperial capital maintained a semblance of stability—and even that was tenuous.
When Najenda finally confronted Esdeath to demand the truth, her despair was complete upon learning that the world had only months left before its ultimate destruction. Realizing the futility of her efforts, she questioned what all her sacrifices had been for.
Finally, August led Esdeath, Akame, Kurome, and the female Jaegers into a small, enclosed world of his own creation. From there, they silently observed as the timeline of this world approached its grim finale.
And now, today marked the final day.
With the World Tree sapling having absorbed the last vestiges of the world's essence, the realm reached its end, succumbing to annihilation.
Fueled by the destruction of an entire world, the World Tree sapling's growth skyrocketed, reaching an impressive 90% maturity. Just 10% more, and the sapling would enter its next stage.
During its growth to 70%, the World Tree sapling had awakened a new ability:
[Name: World Tree (Sapling)][Owner: August]
[Growth: Sprouting Stage (90%)]
[Innate Abilities: Space, Elemental Manipulation, Devouring, Plundering, Contracting, Blessing (Individuals recognized by the World Tree will receive its blessing)]
The blessing ability was particularly intriguing. Within August's inner world, everyone under his protection had received blessings from the World Tree.
For instance, Ais gained the blessing of Wind, greatly enhancing her speed and granting her basic control over the wind's power. Unlike magical abilities, this power consumed mental energy rather than mana.
Esdeath received the blessing of Ice, Tsubaki gained the blessing of Strength, and Akame received the blessing of Speed. The blessings were diverse and tailored to each individual's strengths.
This reminded August of the Divine Protections from Re:Zero. However, while Divine Protections came from the world itself, these blessings were gifts from the World Tree.
As for August, he gained the blessing of the World itself, granting him access to the World Tree's immense power. It wasn't an exaggeration to say that with the World Tree's support, August's strength rivaled—or even surpassed—the Level 9 of power.
The World Tree's energy, though still in its infancy, was already formidable. With its assistance, August could tear through dimensional rifts and interact with the void beyond without fear of corruption or annihilation.
This protection allowed August the privilege of witnessing a momentous event—the destruction of an entire world.
[Ding! Congratulations, Host!]
[Hidden Ultimate Mission: World Annihilation Completed.]
[Reward: 5 Super Gacha Draws, Title: World Destroyer.]
[World Destroyer: A special title proving the annihilation of a world. Carries the consequence of being universally opposed by all worlds.]
The system's notification startled August. While the rewards—five super gacha draws and a new title—were tempting, the title's description made him frown.
Being universally opposed by all worlds? Are you kidding me?
Without hesitation, August unequipped the title. He had learned his lesson after being targeted by fate before: strength first, no unnecessary risks.
Wearing such a title while traveling to new worlds would practically guarantee disaster.
Despite his irritation, August couldn't help but feel exhilarated as he looked at the five super gacha draws. It had been ages since he last used the system's lottery, and now, at the end of this world, he had another chance.
With excitement, August opened the gacha interface. This would be his first time using five super draws in one go since his journey began.
"Alright, let's test my luck. Spin!"
The gacha wheel began spinning rapidly, and August's heart raced with anticipation.
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have obtained the System Item: Transcendence Card!
The first reward made August nod in approval. A Transcendence Card, while not overly rare, was something he needed. After all, with the destruction of Akame ga Kill, he required a way to travel to a new world.
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have obtained the Unique Item: Sin of Pride!]
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have obtained the Unique Item: Sin of Wrath!]
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have obtained the Noble Phantasm: Sha Naqba Imuru!]
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have obtained the Item: Heart of Darkness!]
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[Sha Naqba Imuru: A treasure akin to the radiance of stars that spans across the earth, revealing all truths. It is the sublimation of the King of Heroes's spirit, permanently active, and capable of discerning hidden names, treasures, and realities concealed by layers of obscurity.]
[Heart of Darkness: The final darkness condensed into a core. Upon fusion, it transforms the bearer into a Child of Darkness.]
August froze in disbelief. This turn of fortune—two cardinal sins, the Sha Naqba Imuru, and the Heart of Darkness—was beyond imagination.
"Is this my reward after being pushed to the brink? Have I finally turned the tide?"
Without hesitation, he claimed the two cardinal sins. The Sin of Pride, symbolized by orange for the Sun, and the Sin of Wrath, symbolized by yellow for Mars, descended upon him, merging directly into his body.
Instantly, August's power surged, propelling him to the threshold of the Satan class, just a sliver away from becoming a Transcender. While there was no bottleneck now, regaining his Level 9 strength would still require effort and time.
As for the Heart of Darkness, August was intrigued by the obsidian gemstone. The moment he held it, the Gate of Sins within his dark sea of consciousness resonated. A wave of darkness radiated outward.
Thump—
The sound of his heartbeat echoed, clear and powerful.
Swish—
The Heart of Darkness fused into August's body, integrating with the Gate of Sins. Instantly, the previously acquired Sins of Lust and Gluttony, along with the newly obtained Sins of Pride and Wrath, transformed into streams of light, merging into four of his seven hearts.
For the supreme demon gods, possessing seven hearts was a given, and August was no exception. Now, four of his hearts pulsed with the power of their respective sins.
Boom—
The limits of the Satan class shattered. After more than a year of challenges, August reclaimed his Transcender rank. The information that emerged in his mind left him awestruck.
The Heart of Darkness and the Gate of Sins had now unified, dramatically enhancing the latter's capabilities. With this came new insights: the seven sins correspond to his seven hearts. When the seven sins are fully assimilated, the hearts will unite to form the ultimate Heart of Darkness.
When that day comes, August will transcend mortality, becoming the supreme Satan of evil. He will embody the epitome of sin, unkillable and eternal, as long as sin exists in the world.
The enormity of this revelation stunned August. This power surpassed anything he'd previously known. Assimilating a single sin already granted him conditional immortality; he would resurrect as long as the world harbored the corresponding sin. But when the seven sins united, he would become utterly invincible.
August steadied his emotions. Excitement was premature—his triumph would come only when the seven sins were his. Yet, he couldn't ignore how conveniently the system seemed to guide him toward this end. The odds of drawing sins from the card system had been unusually high, culminating in this dual acquisition.
Returning to his inner world, August took a deep breath, readying himself for the next journey.
After over a year in the dull world of Akame ga Kill, August yearned for new horizons. He retrieved the Traversal Card he had just drawn, a sly smile curling his lips.
Now, armed with the restored power of a Level 9 Transcender, August felt an unparalleled confidence. Even the most perilous of worlds held no terror for him.
"Let's begin the next chapter."
Swish—
A New Realm: Itogami Island
Itogami Island was a marvel of engineering, an artificial island built atop a dragon vein in the southern seas. Combining the most advanced science with feng shui and magic, it was a masterpiece of modern innovation. Known as a "Giga Float," this vast city of interconnected structures floated serenely, a sanctuary for both technology and mysticism.
Constantly bathed in warm temperatures above 20 degrees Celsius, the island housed a population of fifty-six thousand. Officially part of Japan, it was a self-governing Special Administrative Zone dubbed the "Demon Sanctuary," created to protect endangered demon races and study their unique abilities.
Under a moonlit sky, a new visitor descended upon this remarkable place.
Boom—
Like a meteor streaking from the heavens, August crash-landed with dramatic force, creating a crater upon impact.
"Damn that system!" he growled, climbing out of the hole. "Who in their right mind teleports someone mid-air? If my powers weren't intact, I'd have been splattered!"
Dusting off his tattered clothing, August surveyed his surroundings. The modern urban atmosphere was a stark contrast to the archaic lands he'd left behind. Retreating momentarily into his inner world, he donned a fresh set of clothes before reemerging, his demeanor calm and composed.
His dramatic entrance had fortunately gone unnoticed, as the park he'd landed in was deserted at that hour. Stepping onto a bustling street lined with neon lights, August marveled at the city's lively energy.
Nearby, a conversation between two young women caught his attention.
"Hey, did you hear the rumors?"
"What rumors?"
"About the Fourth Primogenitor!"
"The Fourth Primogenitor?"
"They say it's an immortal monster with no kin, ruling twelve calamity beasts and driven solely by carnage."
"Eh, it's not that surprising. This is Itogami Island. Vampires, spirits, beastfolk—you name it, they're all here. What's one more legend?"
"Ugh, you're so boring!"
"Whatever."
Listening in, August pieced it together.
"Itogami Island... So this is Strike the Blood, a world where factions fight over a high schooler turned Fourth Primogenitor. How... entertaining."
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