Chapter 46: Glutton

《…… I think it's very personal. 》

Where did the strange perception come from?

Forget it, I won't ask for anything if I can still have someone to talk to after I die.

But - I have a question.

"Excuse me. 》

Can you put your name on the list first?

It doesn't matter who I am. Now the most important question – who are you? 》

I? I'm a wu!

Forgotten? The person Wu no longer exists. 》

Yes...... Yes.

I'm dead.

That's right, since it's dead, it shouldn't have any identity, right?

"No—whether you have an identity or not is up to you, whether you have the will to create a new identity. 》

Can identities also be created? There is no such simple thing.

It's not easy for others, but it's easy for you. 》

But for me now, my identity doesn't matter anymore, does it?

After all, I'm no longer here.

"No—it's necessary. 》

I ——? Why?

Is it to prepare for a new identity in the afterlife?

Before I answer that, I want you to answer me a question. 》

Why do you have so many questions? If you want to ask, hurry up.

Do You Want Revenge? 》

Is it coming again? I'll just tell you that this way of speaking is disgusting.

"I'm asking you very seriously this time. 》

Uh- sorry, I can't react to all of a sudden being so serious.

If you refer to Tyre betraying me...... It's a lie to say you don't want to.

Can I Recognize This as Willing? 》

Whatever you want!

And then what?

What is the significance of asking this question?

I'm dead, and I can't make any climate.

"It's a big deal, and it's about whether or not you need to get out of the realm of death. 》

Out of the realm of death?

There is a thin line between life and death, and separation from life is death, and separation from death is life. 》

What do you mean...... You want to resurrect me?

"It's not that I resurrect you, but it's close to that fact. 》

Are you playing word games with me?

"In my eyes, you are a master of this. 》

It doesn't matter if you are a master or not, you have to toss several times to speak, what is the difference between this and those ministers in Wangcheng?

Oh——? The feeling of anger is very good. 》

What exactly are you trying to express?

Also, you haven't answered my initial question.

Who are you.

"I'm just an ordinary god. 》

Are you God?

Do you mean the kind of god who is so powerful that he defies the sky?

"I don't know how powerful you are, but there should be no misunderstanding about race. 》

How can you talk to a weak human like me, a god?

Do you think you're weak? 》

Of course - I can't do any magic, I'm lazy all day long, I don't read, isn't this weakness?

"Based on all the knowledge I've learned from the human world, this should be called scrap. 》

Don't really answer my question...... I'll just give you a few examples.

Isn't it funny? This is a nickname used by young people thousands of years ago. 》

It's not funny at all.

What the hell is going on with you, a god, who speaks so incomprehensibly?

"I'm very sorry, but I've been separated from the divine realm and the human realm for many years, and some of them have lost the ability to have normal conversations. 》

You say you are separated from the divine realm and the human realm?

Isn't there nowhere to stay?

"The world is so big, there are definitely more than just two places. Let's get back to the point – you're hungry for revenge, aren't you? Want to find out who framed you and murdered you? 》

Well, sort of.

If I gave you the power to be reborn in the real world, would you do it? 》

You give me strength? Does that mean I'll be reborn in the real world?

Yes. 》

I think you just need to help me get back into the world, but I'm not blessed with power.

"No—after all, you are a man who is determined to take revenge, how can you carry out your revenge without strength?" 》

Why is there no power?

Without your help, I can also use the power of my father!

There was even the power of Grossar and the ministers of the royal city.

"The world is more difficult than you think, and it's not right to rely on others. 》

What's wrong?

"The desire that can only be reassuring if you control it yourself—haven't you ever thought of it?" 》

Aren't you simply possessive?

It's like a pervert.

You can call this personality a perversion, but you can't deny the existence of this personality. 》

Be...... You don't seem to be right to say that.

And – just now, you mentioned something very crucial. There's something about you not being able to do magic. 》

What's wrong? Isn't it unusual?

"Let's put it this way! Have you ever heard of the "incapacitated"? 》

Yes, people who are born without a talent for magic.

Wait a minute......

What do you mean...... Am I incapacitated?

Very perceptive. Not bad! You are the powerless, one of the few rare species that exists in the world. 》

How could it be ......?

There's nothing to fuss about, and there's no need to be sad about it. On the contrary - you have to be happy. 》

Glad? How can I be happy in this world where magic is universal?

"Of course you have to be happy, or you won't have a chance to meet me." 》

For...... Why?

The reason for this is actually very complicated, so I will say it succinctly - my power can only be used by the incapable, and my consciousness can only be touched by the incapable. 》

Your strength!?

But I'm not the only powerless person in this world, why did you choose me?

"That's a good question! But because of the current situation, I can't answer you. 》

What the hell is this? What's the point of selling it now?

"I don't mean to sell you, but to protect you. As for the reason - time will tell you slowly. 》

What time ......?

I'm running out of time! I'm dead!

Do you understand the word "death"?

Why is everyone so virtuous?

Everyone doesn't tell me! Keeping your mouth shut about me even if it's not important?

Is it just because I'm a bully?

Growing up, I was alone and no one ever wanted to protect me! Not even willing to be honest with me!

You're a god who doesn't know where to come from? What the hell do you know about me?

Say what you want to resurrect me?

Say what to protect me?

What exactly is your purpose?

"My purpose is very simple, and that is to fulfill your wishes. 》

Did I get what I wanted?

Very good! Then I won't hide it!

I'll tell you right now—

I want revenge!

I don't want to suppress my desires anymore!

I don't want to go to the will of anyone else!

I want to take back all the respect I have for myself!

I want to send all those who have framed me and abused me into hell from which I will never recover!

These are the most sincere wishes from my heart!

"What a great emotion! This kind of frenzy of resentment and grief is what you should be. 》

Isn't that what you want?

Gourmand.

"Huh!? How do you know? 》

Don't underestimate human observation.

I died in a forbidden place that only sealed you, and I have heard your voice since before I died.

And show me your true race, God.

I've been guessing for a long time.

"Very Great...... It's just amazing! Indeed, you are my appointee, the incapacitated. 》

Do you want to use my flesh as a vessel for your rebirth?

At the end of the day, I'm just your container.

Don't be so high-sounding.

Maybe you just want to see through my flesh as a vessel for your rebirth?

"You seem to think too much of God. The power to control life and death is not in my hands, and you don't have to worry. 》

So what do you mean by resurrection?

What are you going to do to me?

"In short—I'm going to use some kind of transfer magic to give you access to my power to shape a new body. 》

That's it?

Isn't that the resurrection?

"If you think that this is a resurrection, it can only mean that you have not experienced enough. 》

Are you kidding me?

Who has died and can live again?

This kind of paranormal phenomenon that does not experience a second time has nothing to do with the experience at all.

"Hehe...... All in all, since you've already debunked my identity, there's no doubt about it, right? 》

Of course, there are still doubts – but I can't finish them.

I'll ask lightly.

This shouldn't be a permanent force, right?

"What a sharp question. Yes, if you want to describe it in terms of the human world, it should be "lend-lease". 》

So—are you only lending my power for the duration of my revenge?

In principle—yes. 》

What will happen to me if my revenge is accomplished?

"It's not difficult to understand, right? It's to die again. 》

And so it was.

Then let me ask another question, shall we?

"No problem. 》

I know it's brazen to ask this kind of question before trading......

But I wonder, is there any way to eliminate this cost?

"Absolutely. As long as you can get back to square one, the cost will be zero. 》

Back to square one?

Can you make this clearer?

"When you inherit my power, you will be reborn in the human world with a new look and power. And that's when your trading begins. In other words, the deal you have made is "Revenge Completed", and the new look and power you have gained from this transaction should also disappear, and this is the complete lease. 》

If I successfully complete my revenge, in that instant, the new body and new power I have gained will also disappear, because the term of the lease has ended—the so-called disappearance of body and power is actually "death", right?

Yes. 》

But both conditions must occur at the same time to trigger death, right?

Do you mean the death of the body and the loss of power? 》

That's right.

If you can resist the death of your body or the loss of power caused by the end of the trade through some magic—

- Will I continue to live in the world as a new look?

"Hehehehe...... It's a terrible greed, but I don't hate it. As you can imagine, you have to have both conditions to trigger death, and if you can resist the forces of the end of the trade and keep one or both of these conditions intact, you won't be ready for a second death. 》

Will you stop me?

I don't think you want me to break the contents of the contract, right?

"Of course, I don't want to see my pact being played with by just a human — but I'm also very interested in your performance. I've never seen a human compete with my power, and maybe you're the first. 》

Listening to your tone, it seems that this method is not impossible.

I'll boldly admit it! You can do that, but you have to be aware of the greater cost. Erasing the inevitable death is not the norm in the law, and what awaits you is an unexpected torment. 》

Torture...... Is it?

I'm probably numb a long time ago.

But I'm very self-aware.

I know very well how enticing the power of "gluttony" is.

I knew very well that the moment I took on the power, I would be bewitched by the power.

He is not even willing to face his past self, and may even look down on his past self.

Because you are the embodiment of greed, my mind will inevitably be affected by power.

I had to do some homework for my reborn self.

I gladly accepted this "gift" that I couldn't stop - after all, my weak self had once dreamed of conquering everyone in the world with strength, and longed for the pleasure of being subordinated.

"I'm glad you accepted my offer so happily, but your thoughts were beyond my expectations. 》

Although I don't know how much you know about me.

But from your tone, I can vaguely feel the feeling of familiarity.

It's like looking at your past self.

《…… I never knew I was so good. 》

What?

"It's nothing, it's just boring self-talk." 》

If we don't have any opinions, we can start preparing the contract, right?

In that case, I will briefly confirm the important content of the contract with you. 》

Go ahead.

"I will give you the full power to fulfill your wishes. At the same time, you will have to pay the price of this wish. This price includes the death that comes with the end of the contract - of course, you can also rely on your own power to change the death result of the contract, and I won't stop you from this, can you? 》

Agree.

"During the period of Lend-Lease Power, I will not interfere with your right to use power, and you can use or develop it as you like. However, you don't have the right to return your power to me, and even if you do it without permission, it won't cancel the contract, it will only hasten your death - which means that I don't restrict you from canceling the deal on your own initiative. Agreed? 》

Even if my goal of revenge is not accomplished, I will be wiped out when my strength and body are completely gone?

"That's right. 》

Kindness! Agree.

"Then I'll go on - I'll only be responsible for instilling power in your new body during the period of power, but I'm not going to tell you anything about how to use it. Agreed? 》

Same...... Huh! Wait a minute!

What's wrong? 》

You don't tell me how to use your powers, but I haven't seen what you're capable of. Even if your strength is the ability to wield all elemental magic at will, someone like me who has no magic background has no direction!

"It's not going to happen. 》

Where do you get the confidence to vouch?

For there will be patronus spirits who will serve you by your side—and they will guide you invisibly. 》

Tutelary?

You're the evil god who almost leveled the Stafen Plains, and you still have a guardian god?

"I suggest you don't underestimate Them. Without Them, I wouldn't have had a chance. 》

Really, fake......?

"Let's not talk about this - do you agree with the contract just now? 》

Same...... Agreed.

"Very well, then come to the last one - while inheriting my power, you will inherit most of my memories and knowledge. Of course, you can also dig up my other memories, and this does not affect the contract. Agreed? 》

Can you start by asking what kind of memory and knowledge you have?

"You can know this when you inherit it." 》

Well – agreed.

"Good, everything is ready. Enjoy the new powers you've gained. 》

I will.

"Finally, turn everything upside down. 》

Flip what?

《……》

Feed?

Why don't you speak?

Hey——!

"Hey!"

"What's wrong with you? Gluttonous adults? ”

A beautiful male voice sounded from beside him.

Kindness? Why is there a boy's voice next to you suddenly?

How do you feel a little heavy on your head?

And also...... I felt as if I had a dream.

The body felt as if it was lying on a soft sponge, and the lower abdomen seemed to be covered by something similar to a quilt.

Wrong!

Wu got up in horror - he was lying on a completely unfamiliar bed, covered with a heavy woolen quilt.

Puffing up his chest, Wu's sleepy-eyed eyes finally opened completely.

Am I - I'm back in the human world?

Look at the strange surroundings.

I was in the middle of a garden, a circular flower room surrounded by transparent glass.

The light source in the room is spilled in from the outside, but the scene outside is not visible.

It's like a fake space.

It is surrounded by vibrant plants and flowers, and is filled with a mild and non-pungent fragrance.

It seems to be arranged according to the variety and color. Just by admiring it casually, the dull chest feels extra comfortable.

But there are really all kinds of flowers - geraniums, petunias, azaleas, a man, pot chrysanthemums......

Wait – how can there be boys?

The slack eyes finally realized the boy next to him.

That is, the boy who just greeted himself.

Wearing a black magic top hat and a black suit with dark green suit pants, he obviously didn't feel the cold, but he wore a purple down scarf over his shoulders.

A short wooden cane hangs from the belt, which is supposed to be a magic cane to match the outfit.

The thin face is covered with a thick white foundation, and the forehead is painted with marks that resemble those of a clown.

It was a pair of beautiful phoenix eyes, with three silver-white nose rings strung on the nose, and a clearly visible scar on the face, which slashed across the entire face in this way, although it was scary but very distinctive.

Because it was a clown.

He was standing beside his bed, watching himself wake up in a squeamish manner.

How to say that...... This person is obviously a boy, but he feels very much like a girl.

Of course, Wu didn't know him.

But in the drowsy mind, there was a miraculous memory of the man.