Edward sighed, taking a moment to carefully choose his words. "While it's true that undermining the Drake family is an essential part of the plan, there's more to it. My true objective is to reform the entire system of the Zodiac families."Stunned by this ambitious revelation, Robert questioned, "Reform the Zodiac families? But how? And why?"Edward explained, "The Zodiac families have held too much power for too long, and the consequences have been devastating. This power has been used primarily for selfish gain and control, often at the expense of the innocent majority. Just look at how Cassius used his power to cause suffering."He continued passionately, "By bringing down the Drakes, we are sending a clear message to the other Zodiac families, that their power is not absolute, and that abusing it will lead to their downfall. My endgame is to dismantle the existing power structure and replace it with a more equitable system."Robert felt a chill go down his spine as the true scale
The subtle, disembodied voice echoed within Edward's mind. [Ding! There are four methods through which you could transfer a skill to another individual. Here, I present each option with its respective cost in Domination Points, as well its advantages and drawbacks.][First, you may purchase the skill called 'Skill Share,' which would cost 600 Domination Points. This skill enables you to temporarily grant another person access to one of your own skills. A drawback of using Skill Share is that it's merely a temporary transfer, lasting up to a week only.][Second, you can buy an item that facilitates skill transfer, called the 'Skill Transfer Crystal,' priced at 800 Domination Points. This crystal allows for a permanent transfer of a skill. However, the downside of this option is that you will lose the skill that you transfer entirely, as it is removed from your own abilities.][Third, you can acquire a 'Skill Duplicate Tome,' which costs 1,000 Domination Points. This tome allows you to
Edward scratched his head, unsure whether to laugh or cry at these bizarre yet intriguing missions. The Main Mission and Secret Mission seemed to make sense, as they aligned with the Domination System's goals of world domination. But what on earth was that Personal Mission? Yes, it aligned with the concept of an old-world ruler, but this was the modern era! This wasn't the ancient patriarchal times where kings would have a harem of women!"System, I have a question about the Personal Mission. In today's modern world, it seems archaic and inappropriate. Can you explain why such a mission is even being presented?"The System responded, [Ding! I understand your concerns regarding the nature of the Personal Mission. However, you must understand that I am a neutral entity designed to provide customized missions based on a range of factors that include the user’s potential, current environment, and societal norms. While modern values must be considered, the missions I present still draw upo
Edward was overcome by a smile at Eva's cheeky remark, and he gently tapped her nose, knowing full well that this was just her nature. However, he chose not to respond directly to her words and instead changed the subject. "Alright, let's pack our things and head to Rich City," he suggested.Eva nodded, understanding that now was not the time to play around. She quickly gathered their belongings and made sure they had everything they needed for their journey.As Edward, Eva, and Bill prepared to depart for Rich City by helicopter, Robert stayed behind to finish some tasks assigned by Edward. The atmosphere was quite different from their previous journey, with the vibrant hum of the helicopter blades promising a swifter, more comfortable trip.During the flight, Eva decided to share the story of Edward's harem predicament with her grandfather. As she spoke, Edward braced himself for a potentially disapproving response. However, much to his surprise, Bill erupted into laughter, giving
Adele hesitated for a moment, her gaze shifting between Edward and Eva. But eventually, she stepped aside, allowing them to enter the house. As they walked past her, Adele's eyes met Eva's; a silent confrontation took place as Eva noticed Adele's jealousy. Eva, who was observant and intuitive, didn't fail to notice that Adele wanted her to keep her distance from Edward.So Eva let go of Edward's arm, and they all entered the house. As soon as they were inside, Edward invited everyone to sit down in the living room, taking charge of the situation.Everyone, please, make yourselves comfortable," Edward said, gesturing toward the wooden chairs.Before anyone else could speak, Eva interjected with a smile, "We brought some wine as a thank you for having us over." He then placed a bottle of expensive wine on the table.A new but subtle tension filled the room, as those around looked at their surroundings and exchanged glances as they thought of their respective roles and relationships wi
Adele and Brenda gasped, their shock and disbelief all too apparent on their faces.Brenda stuttered, attempting to voice her thoughts, "A harem? Edward, you can't be serious, right? How could this possibly be related to your powers?"Edward held up a hand, signaling for her to let him finish. "I know it sounds absurd, but I have no choice in the matter. If I fail to complete it within the time limit, all my powers will be unusable for an entire year."Adele struggled to find words, her emotions a turbulent mix of confusion, anger, and hurt. "But does it really have to be a harem?" she asked, her voice quivering. "I mean, I have no issues with Eva becoming part of our... extended family. But five? I can't even bear to think about how much that would hurt Brenda."Edward looked over at Brenda, whose eyes had started to well up with tears. He couldn't bear the thought of causing her pain, and a sense of guilt weighed heavily on his chest.Taking a deep breath, Edward made a decision.
Adele, understanding her friend's turmoil, spoke softly but firmly. "Brenda, I know how you feel. I love Edward just as deeply, and I too struggle with the thought of sharing him. But, we have to think beyond just ourselves and consider the bigger picture."Adele continued, her voice soothing yet filled with conviction, "We must also remember that Edward, like us, has his own struggles and difficulties – and I'm sure that his burdens are far greater than ours. Earlier, Edward mentioned that he has to do something before he can obtain what he truly wants. To be honest, I don't care much about where or who he's getting his powers from. But I do believe that Edward has chosen the easiest path for all of us. Just think about it. What if he was asked to kill a thousand people, or if he had to choose only one of us and let the others go? In all honesty, I'd rather Edward build a harem than risk losing him."Adele took a deep breath, her eyes filled with sincerity as she looked at Brenda. "I
With everyone's agreement, Adele went to Brenda's room, where she had retreated earlier, to discuss this new plan.Brenda was lying facedown on her bed, weeping into her pillow as Adele walked in. Seeing her best friend's pain weighed heavily on Adele's heart, but she knew that they had to act quickly, given Edward's rapidly approaching 64-hour deadline.Adele approached Brenda gently and sat on the edge of the bed. "I know you're hurting, but I need to tell you about an idea Eva had. It's not perfect, but it might make it easier for you."Hearing this, Brenda looked up, her tear-streaked face turning towards Adele as she sat up and faced her friend. "What is it?"Adele hesitated for a moment before explaining Eva's suggestion. "What if Edward only had a one-night stand with the other two women? The requirement states that he must have a sexual relationship with them at least once, but it doesn't say anything about maintaining a relationship after that. It's far from ideal, but maybe.