?823 Chapter 823: Desire
Karyk had already had a glimpse of the future. He wanted to become the City Lord and take the entire city, establishing his own force in Elzeria, a force that was only joint to expand.
He had promised Aliac that he wasn't going to fight the people of this world. But with such an opportunity, he had changed his mind.
This city was farthest from the Capital. It was also connected to the Sea and the Beast Land. Even the Capital didn't extend its hand to the City, which made this the perfect place.
As for information, did he even need to worry about information if he became a City Lord? The entire city was for his taking. But first, he had to solve some problems.
Karyk returned to the City Lord's Mansion, the young man still on his knees, his eyes lifeless.
"How long are you going to sit there like a doll? Are you going to watch as the entire city falls apart?" Karyk asked the young man, entering the hall.
The man lifelessly looked up. "Everything has fallen apart. Father is gone and it's only a matter of time before the City is destroyed. This city is gone. But I won't let my father's death be for nothing! I'll find the people responsible and kill them!"
The young man stood up, his fist tightened. "Even if I have to go through hell, I'll kill them!"
"And how will you do that?" Karyk asked. "When you couldn't even face some pirates, do you think you can face the people that got the best of your father? Do you think they'll be weak? With your strength, you'll only end up dying faster."
"So you want me to stay idle and ignore my father's death?" The young man weakly asked. Even he knew how weak he was, he couldn't ignore it.
"Or you can ask for my help." Karyk suggested, a calm smile spreading across his lips. "You said you're willing to walk through hell for revenge. Working for me will be no different than entering hell. You'll lose everything, but I promise I'll let you have your revenge."
"Not only will I help you get revenge, but I'll also help this city, your father's legacy, survive. So, do you want to enter this hell? Do you want to sacrifice everything for your revenge?"
Karyk knew that the man wasn't in his right mind, but he also knew this was the perfect opportunity. With the young man's support, he could easily become the City Lord. All he needed was the support of this young man.
The young man looked at Karyk. At the moment, he didn't care about anything. He didn't care about the man's identity. He didn't care if he was a General. He didn't care what he had to sacrifice. All he wanted was the death of traitors.
He went down one knee before Karyk. "I'm willing to give you everything, including this city. I'm willing to become your Servant as well. All I want for you to kill the people who schemed against my father! Even if I have to give my life for that cause, I'm willing!x
Karyk stepped forward, smiling. He reached out his hand, placing them on the young man's head.
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A few hours later, the scholarly young man used an artifact to make sure everyone in the city could hear it. He told everyone to gather before the City Lord's Mansion.
The citizens of the Celestial City gathered in front of the City Lord's Mansion, their faces filled with worry and fear. They had heard rumors of the City Lord's death, but the confirmation only deepened their anxiety.
They wondered what would become of their city, their homes, and their lives. Did they really have to leave their homes?
As the crowd grew, the scholarly young man stood on the balcony of the Mansion, his eyes filled with determination. Beside him stood Karyk, his face still covered in a mask, only his violet eyes visible.
The young man took a deep breath, trying to steady his voice.
"Citizens of the Celestial City," he began, his voice amplified by the artifact. "I stand before you today, not as the son of the late City Lord, but as a citizen of this brave city. With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of my father, a great man who dedicated his life to the prosperity of this city."
The crowd murmured, their expressions a mix of sadness and curiosity. They had not expected the son of the City Lord to step up so quickly, nor did they know who this masked man next to him was.
"I understand the uncertainty and fear that fills your hearts," the young man continued. "But I promise you, we will not let this city fall. Together, we will rise from the ashes and rebuild what has been lost. We will seek justice for my father's death and ensure that those responsible pay for their crimes."
The crowd remained silent, their eyes fixed on the young man. They were unsure if all this was truly possible. The City had no Warriors left. It was the weakest it had ever been.
Karyk stepped forward, his voice commanding and filled with authority. "The attacks on this city were not the work of mindless monsters, but of cunning individuals who sought to bring chaos and destruction. They underestimated the strength and resilience of the Celestial City, but they will soon learn the error of their ways."
He paused, letting his words sink in. "I have seen the determination and courage of the people of this city. I have witnessed your unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. And I tell you now, that together, we will overcome this darkness and emerge stronger than ever before."
The crowd began to stir. All of them were curious who this masked man was. He was the one who saved the City and calmed them when they were most panicked, like a leader.
