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Chapter 701: Night City, You're Joining the Cult!
Chapter 701: Night City, You're Joining the Cult!
Seeing Night City's continued silence, Modred assumed he was unaware of their organization's might, so he continued, "Don't underestimate us just because we're an organization. In fact, whether it's the Midgar Kingdom or the Olyana Kingdom, these kingdoms are mere toys in our cult's eyes.
The title of a king may sound grand, but overthrowing a kingdom is a simple task for our cult. If it weren't for the interference of the Shadow Courtyard, the Midgar Kingdom would have fallen into our hands long ago, just like the current situation with the Olyana Kingdom."
"So, the Olyana Kingdom's secret backer is also the Diabloros Sect. I see."
Although Night City already knew the answer, he feigned a sudden realization.
Modred didn't hide the truth and even boasted, "If it weren't for certain objectives, the Olyana Kingdom would have become our cult's backyard by now. That useless Dameim couldn't even handle a simple task, so I killed him to give you some closure.
Although King Olyana and Princess Roz are still alive, even if they return to the Olyana Kingdom, they won't be able to reclaim the throne smoothly because the kingdom is already under our complete control.
Seizing the Olyana Kingdom by force is easy for us, but for certain reasons, we need to acquire the right to the throne legitimately.
That's why I sought your cooperation, Night City."
To unlock the Black Rose, the heir to the throne and the rose ring are indispensable. A throne taken by force won't do; otherwise, the cult wouldn't have gone through so much trouble.
"I see. So, you want me to cooperate with you, hoping that I'll marry Senior Sister Roz and obtain the right to the throne from her, thereby helping you achieve a certain goal? Dameim was just a pawn for you, but since he's dead, you're now offering.
I was wondering what a minor character like Dameim was up to, but now I understand after your explanation.
As he spoke, Night City's gaze toward Modred turned dangerous.
Noticing Night City's hostility, Modred smiled and shook his head, "No, no, no. How could I ever compare the value of Night City to trash like Dameim?
As the chosen one of the Lake Holy Sword, our cult sincerely invites you to join us. Once you're in, you'll immediately become one of the Round Table Knights.
While we do need your assistance with the Olyana matter, we won't let you work for nothing.
If Night City is willing to help, we'll ensure you ascend the Olyana throne smoothly and guarantee even greater power and immortality afterward."
Modred didn't beat around the bush and directly offered the biggest incentive.
In his eyes, the desires of the world were nothing more than fame and fortune.
With greater power, fame would follow.
As for the benefits, what could be more enticing than being given the entire Olyana Kingdom?
Besides fame and fortune, the cult also promised immortality, an offer few could resist. Modred was confident Night City would be tempted!
"I must admit, your terms are quite tempting."
Night City presented three conditions for joining the Diabolos Sect. The first condition was to reveal the sect's plans in Olyana, which Modred readily agreed to without hesitation. As their plan required Night City's assistance, he naturally wouldn't hide it.
For the second condition, Night City demanded control over the planned item, stating that if the plan succeeded, he would become the King of Olyana, and the item would belong to the kingdom. He argued that it was only logical for the item to be under his control as the future king.
Modred almost got caught up in Night City's reasoning, but he had concerns. While Night City's ownership of the 'Black Rose' made sense, he wondered if the sect's efforts would go unrewarded.
"I cannot agree to your second condition," Modred replied, "as it's not a decision I can make alone. But even if the higher-ups compromise, the item will only temporarily be under your control. The sect will have the right to use it, and you won't have the right to refuse."
Modred was surprised by Night City's greed, but he patiently waited for the third condition.
"I haven't thought of the third condition yet. I'll let you know when I do. If you agree to my first two conditions, I'll join the sect and assist in your plans."
The Diabolos Sect's mysterious nature and influence across continents intrigued Night City. He believed that infiltrating their upper echelons would be an effective way to eradicate their toxic presence.
Modred left, providing a means of contact, and promised to give Night City an answer in two days. Honestly, if anyone else had dared to bargain with the 'Transcendent Demon Sword' like this, they would have faced severe consequences.
However, Night City held a unique position in the sect's eyes. Firstly, his status as the Swordmaster was undeniable. Modred's mission included recruiting Night City into the sect, and this was one of the reasons for his tolerance.
Secondly, with Dameim's failure, the sect needed a legitimate way to obtain the 'Black Rose,' and currently, no one was more suitable than Night City. Princess Roz trusted Night City the most, without a doubt.
Thirdly, it was common knowledge that Night City and the leader of the 'Shadow Courtyard,' Shadow, were arch-enemies due to past events. The 'Shadow Courtyard' was the sect's biggest obstacle, and Night City's strength and enmity towards Shadow made him a valuable asset. The Diabolos Sect had no reason to refuse such a powerful ally.
These reasons explained Modred's high tolerance for Night City's demands. Anyone else attempting to join the sect with such conditions, seeking a Round Table Knight seat and eternal life, would have been considered delusional.
As Modred left, Epsilon's figure emerged slowly from the shadows beside the wall. Night City, without turning back, instructed, "Inform Alpha about everything that happened here."
(End of Chapter)
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