The question was logical, and any rational person would begin having doubts by now. After all, it was impossible to experience their level of bond in less than a day. Especially so, for Jason. He gave off an aloof feeling of difference towards other people's sufferings, and round only care when it would negatively affect him. Selfish, if you may. But her case was a bit understandable. As young as she was, it would b easy for the new environment to traumatize her, and create a sort of extreme reliance on those capable of protecting her. Yet... 'It doesn't seem like the little girl is just wishing to rely on him... she has actually opened up to him, both emotionally and mentally, which brings me to the question, what is going on between them? And whatever it is, is it related to the "Elohim" thing that person mentioned.' He thought. "...I'd lie to you, about what's going on between us, man. I didn't know her, and I never did until yesterday. Yet, when I met her, I felt like... she w
And It did as such, creating and duplicating and sending it down to scour the environment. It did not care about the stat decrease this time around, and was only intent at transmitting information to the main body. Meanwhile, the duplicate casually landed below, activating its new favorite Talent within it's roster, [Medusa's Charm]. Bzzt~ The lightning burst out of its skin, and snaked all over its body protectively. Yet even then, nothing out of the ordinary could be felt by duplicate. 'Strange.' It frowned, checking its mini map once more. 'The patch on the map is still growing, meaning that whatever this thing is... it's still here.' Thought the duplicate. Worst of all, it was at the center of the patch. 'But I can't see the problem.' 'And if I can't see the problem, then that means it's invisible... yet that doesn't explain why its growing. It just doesn't add up.' It frowned in even more dissatisfaction. Fortunately, the expansion of the gray puddle on the map, was only at
"What's up? You good? You seemed out of it just a moment ago, so I was just checking up on you." Jason looked them straight in the eyes, or at the helmet and inquired. 'Something's up. Is it my words? Or my actions?' He thought with a frown. His gaze was intense, and his frown prominent. Number two faltered at the pressure, and blurted out words within their mind. 「I... it's just... I cannot... I... can't... The Apocalypse... It–」 "Jason!! Whats the current status of our situation?" Joe arrived in a rush, Adolf on his back as always, still unconscious. "Hm? So far, so good. But I think we need to leave as soon as possible." Jason responded. "I agree. This place isn't safe, but... do you think we have the capability to outrun this disaster? Or is it a dead end?" Joe further asked, remembering the mist that chased them for miles on end. "...I'm not sure, but this time around, we aren't against the unknown. We know full well what awaits us when we are caught within this disaster."
[ Infinite Extraction Complete!! All impurities have been absorbed from the target object ] [ Upgraded Stella Protection (Minor Edition) ] [ Grade: 7 ] [ Function: A bullet proof vest made with a mixture of nanotechnology, with no impurities within its materials, hence increasing its effectiveness by varying degrees. Can be worn over anything, while bestowing +160 to Defense ] 'Now we're speaking, that's some enhanced defense right there.' Snickered the duplicate. With their natural defense (STR stat) and vitality, only damage over 200 points would be considered threatening to them. 'But... the problem remsins; the spreading disease, or whatever it is. If my guess is right, it spread through breathing or long exposure towards it. Then we'll need masks, gloves and even hats.' It assessed, going through more of the room. Meanwhile, everyone else were done changing clothes. They wore black oeathery boots, with a metallic sheen underneath, gray military gear with white vests within,
The lieutenant commander said, and number two nodded, looking at Jason, who immediately responded. "Nah, ride with her instead." He said, pointing at Beatrice. 'I can trust you to protect her, but not any other bastard around here.' 「As you wish」 Replied Number two, picking up Beatrice to help her climb the tall war horse. Meanwhile, Joe also added, "I can ride a horse, so this won't probably be hard for me." He said, in which case, the lieutenant commander nodded in agreement. Jason surveyed the remaining novaks, and pointed at one whose armor was a bit damaged up. "Hey, you bastard, I'll entrust my little brothers here to you." He said forcefully. The Novak in question instinctively flinched back at his words, seemingly frightened by him. But how could it not, when Jason had just attacked it not a long time ago, scarring its soul. 「...」 It once more did not respond to his words, but nodded instead. 'Good. This way, if he believe Roy is my brother, he'll probably treat the boy
A different notification appeared before the duplicate, black in color. It wasn't the first time the duplicate saw this notification, as they appeared when the other duplicate created undeads during its killing spree. According to the Doomsday Admirator, this was a power system of death, made by the death gods of the Universe, for their believers, the necromancers and black mages. 'Funny how death gods care more about their believers than other gods.' Snickered the duplicate, remembering how one of Jason's friend, had once told him about Hades. A death god who was the only one amongst its siblings, with a hint of morality. A funny contradiction, if one may say. "
"As expected, my Bloodlines surpass that of a goddess. Or maybe, her Bloodline has deteriorate throughout the ages... who knows?" It thought, feeling its vision turn blurry. 'I won't make it till he comes out. Six minutes is a lot of time. Time that I don't have.' It thus duplicated itself as a solution, "I'll leave this one to you. As for me, I'll be letting the main body know about everything that occurred around here this time." It said, deactivating itself. From now on, it will no longer be the main duplicate made by Jason. It's short life ends here, as from being made bait to attract Daemon so that the others can escape, it ended up protecting Timicus, teleporting outside, seeing the hoarde of monsters and zombies, going on a killing spree, and experiencing this rising epidemic first hand. 'I've been through a lot, in just a couple of hours. Who can believe that?' Were its last words, as it disappear and returned to its origin, back to Jason himself. "...There's no rest for t
"Oh? Though low leveled, that's quite a pretty Talent... It's so beautiful I'm almost craving it." Thought the duplicate, then it added towards Timicus. "Let's move. We must escape this hell hole fast." And began running. Timicus wanted to ask more questions, but still felt it almost impossible to open his mouth regardless of what. 'I... I just have to follow his instructions without a say.' He thought with a sigh. Meanwhile, the duplicate continued with its appraisal. 'His Vitality is straight at zero points, meaning he has no life force, but his intelligence was only decreased to 5 points. Is that because of being a high undead?' It thought. 'Also, it seems my talent is in safe hands with this guy. It did not fuse with him or whatever, but was instead transferred. Now that's nice, I got "Power Bestowal" in my grasp?' The duplicate joked, and the two rushed after Jason and the novak. The two of them rushed forward at full speed, and throughout the chase, the duplicate had to admi