ILLIMITABLE UNTIL DEATH

"————" 

An immense pressure permeated the surroundings.

Under that terrifying force, even the wind seemed to stop, and the mist followed, becoming stagnant. The only thing that kept increasing was gravity— rising higher and higher.

Eventually, the pressure became so overwhelming that even those who hadn't initially harbored hostility toward Fang Li found their expressions changing.

After all, this immense pressure came from the Superhuman representatives of various powerful factions.

All of it combined was at least as great as, if not stronger than, the entire Superhuman group of I-U.

And all of this pressure was focused on a single person— Fang Li.

Unfortunately for them, Fang Li was no longer the rookie of the Fifth Rank who had just entered the Main God's Dimension back in the day.

Now, even without using his trump card— the Stigma— Fang Li could still fight against those of the Third Rank and even kill them on the spot.

Although everyone present was indeed a Superhuman, almost none of them had the ability to truly threaten Fang Li.

Of course, "almost" meant there were exceptions.

At least, with his heightened senses due to the night, Fang Li could feel it.

Among all the extraordinary individuals present, there was one whose aura was particularly remarkable.

It was the young girl with Oni horns, who was looking at Fang Li with wide, innocent eyes full of curiosity.

"Mm…"

The Oni-horned girl, Habi, tilted her head, sniffing the air as if constantly trying to pick up a scent.

"The smell of a demon… the smell of the same race…"

Whispering to herself, Habi's gaze toward Fang Li grew even more curious.

Fang Li had no idea what Habi meant by the "smell of a demon."

Was she referring to the scent of an Oni?

Perhaps it was due to his long association with Rem and Ram, which had caused some of their scent to linger on him.

Or maybe she was referring to the scent of a Vampire?

That would be from the True Ancestor's power within Fang Li's body.

Or could it be the scent of the Murdering Demon?

However, that same scent didn't seem to be present on Habi's body.

Therefore, Fang Li had no idea what exactly Habi was sensing.

But it didn't matter.

Out of everyone present, only Habi seemed to be someone he needed to pay attention to.

The rest, while not exactly insignificant, posed no real threat to him.

And even if there had been a real threat, Fang Li wouldn't have changed his attitude.

It was not because Fang Li was always fearless. But because, amidst all the hostility and pressure, Fang Li could feel something else.

The True Ancestor's power within him was growing more active, becoming more and more frenzied.

It caused Fang Li's body to heat up.

And so, Fang Li smiled.

With that smile, a faint, almost imperceptible surge of power rippled out. It was brief, like a flash of light, sweeping through the entire space.

"————"

At that moment, everyone present felt a sudden tremor throughout their bodies, and they felt as if their heads had exploded. It was as if some terrifying beast had just licked the back of their necks, and their complexions drastically changed.

"...!"

Especially Hilda, who widened her eyes as if she had been intimidated by a higher, stronger existence. Instinctively, she took several steps back.

"Eh?"

Meanwhile, Habi blinked, and shortly after, she looked puzzled, as if she felt lost, her face full of confusion.

In the midst of everyone's drastic change in expression, Fang Li exhaled deeply.

His heated body gradually cooled down.

"Sorry, I lost a bit of control."

Fang Li spoke indifferently.

"I'd appreciate it if you all stopped directing hostility toward me. Otherwise, if I truly get excited, you'll have to deal with the consequences yourselves."

His tone was exceedingly calm, but the underlying threat was clear for anyone to hear.

Yet this time, it didn't provoke the proud individuals around him.

Remembering that terrifying sensation from a moment ago, the expressions of everyone present turned uncertain and conflicted.

Tohyama Kinji even muttered under his breath.

"Why does it feel like that guy is turning more and more into a monster?"

That sentiment found agreement from all the people around him.

It even received Tohyama Kana's approval.

Staring at Fang Li's calm demeanor, Tohyama Kana spoke seriously.

"It seems that during these past three months, he's grown quite a bit."

Those words also reached Reki's ears.

As a result, Reki's gaze on Fang Li never wavered again.

In this tense situation, it was Tamamo who finally stepped forward.

"Butei High student, if I'm not mistaken, you have quite a deep connection with Hotogi, don't you?" Tamamo said. "The current Head Miko of Hotogi, Shirayuki, has a very good relationship with you, right?"

Tamamo's words made Fang Li furrow his brow slightly.

He could pretty much guess what Tamamo was getting at.

"Hotogi has always been involved in these conflicts, having a significant influence on the various factions' battles. This time is no different; they're preparing to join the war as part of Deen." Tamamo spoke in a persuasive tone. "In other words, Shirayuki will inevitably participate. Given your close relationship with her, don't you plan on making a move?"

"Are you trying to pressure me with Shirayuki?" Fang Li looked at Tamamo with a faint smile. "Aren't you worried that I might rebel against you instead?"

"A childish person wouldn't have been able to take down I-U, and I'm not trying to do that," Tamamo shook her head. Despite looking like a little girl, she spoke in a mature tone. "I only think you're already caught in the vortex of events."

"Once people's lives are connected, they react like a chain of dominoes."

"As long as you can't ignore Shirayuki's safety, you won't be able to stay out of this."

"I just wanted to let you know that bit of information."

With that, Tamamo added another line.

"Besides, in this war, Aria is also a key participant. After all, she's the designated successor of Sherlock Holmes."

With both Aria and Shirayuki involved in the war, Fang Li couldn't remain on the sidelines anymore.

"Throughout history, war has always been inevitable," Tamamo said softly. "Since you have the power to influence the war, there's no way you can avoid getting involved."

"This is what we call fate."

Those words finally made Fang Li fall silent.

After a while, Fang Li helplessly shrugged.

"Well, if that's the case, I guess I'll join you in this little war game."

Fang Li's lips curled into a smirk, as he made his declaration.

"If Shirayuki is with Deen, then I'll join Deen as well."

Fang Li's decision caused mixed reactions among those present.

Jeanne, on the other hand, smiled slightly and addressed the group.

"Then, I hereby declare that this battle officially begins."

"Since the location of this Bandire is in this country, this war shall be named— the Far East War."

(End Of This Chapter)

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