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Gathering all the Cursed Children wasn't going to be easy.
The first problem?
Despite being the highest authority in the Tokyo Area, Seitenshi's influence extended only within its borders.
Even then, her power was largely symbolic, lacking true authority.
She could push for changes, but her authority was often restricted—just like how she failed to pass the New Gastrea Law.
Furthermore...
The Cursed Children weren't completely without oversight.
For example, there was the International Initiator Supervision Organization (IISO).
They saw the Cursed Children as nothing more than valuable assets and tools, having already gathered many under their control.
They even wielded significant international influence, to the point where even she—the supposed ruler of Tokyo—had to tread carefully around them.
Trying to take back the Cursed Children under their control would inevitably lead to conflict.
Seitenshi furrowed her brows as she carefully laid out all the challenges before her.
Lynn, however, remained calm.
"You just need to focus on gathering the Cursed Children."
"As for everything else—"
"I'll take care of it."
Seitenshi fell silent.
His words made her think about something she had been avoiding for a long time.
'Why not just wipe out humans altogether?'
She swallowed hard, her voice laced with hesitation. "And... after saving the Cursed Children, what do you plan to do next, Lynn?"
"Hmm… I'll probably eliminate humanity," Lynn said casually.
By then, his strength would likely rival that of a Maou.
Erasing most humans wouldn't even take much effort. He saw no benefit for them to live.
"…Ugh."
Seitenshi's face darkened.
But she still wasn't ready to give up.
"Please, give me some time!" she pleaded, lowering her head.
"I'll start by setting up shelters in the outskirts—to take in the abandoned children there."
"I'll also crack down on black market trafficking and rescue every Cursed Child I can."
"And finally—"
Her gaze burned with determination.
"I'll negotiate with the IISO and other regional leaders to have them send their Cursed Children to Tokyo."
"In the process, I believe you'll see the good that still exists in humanity, Lynn!"
"When that time comes, please reconsider wiping them out!"
By the time she finished, her eyes held a silent plea.
Seitenshi was, at her core, a kind person.
She wanted both the Cursed Children and humanity to have a future.
And so, she begged Lynn to give them time—to give the world time.
Maybe… if Lynn saw something beautiful in the humans, he might change his mind?
As for whether Lynn was capable of eliminating humanity— She had no doubts about it.
Lynn's gaze deepened.
He stared at Seitenshi with interest.
Even after becoming his Familia, she was still willing to fight for humanity's sake?
'How naive.'
'Seitenshi, your perspective is too limited.'
'You stand at the top—but you can't see what's truly beneath you.'
'You think the corruption and cruelty you've witnessed are the worst of it?'
'No.'
'The truth is far uglier.'
Lynn understood this world's reality all too well.
Were there good people? That's for sure.
But they were the minority.
Lynn didn't mind letting them live.
The rest? They were another matter entirely.
The more he learned about this world, the clearer its filth became.
And once the political machine known as "Seitenshi" was set into motion, the entire system would begin to shift.
What would she do when she finally saw the true depths of this world's depravity?
He was looking forward to it.
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The prolonged silence made sweat bead on Seitenshi's forehead.
But finally—
"You have my permission."
"Do as you see fit, Seitenshi."
Lynn's voice was calm, but there was an unmistakable glint in his eyes.
"I look forward to seeing what you'll do… after you witness the truth."
Seitenshi exhaled, a faint smile forming on her lips.
"Thank you, Lynn!"
"Thank you for giving humanity a chance."
Lynn simply chuckled.
He had always been tolerant with his Familia's requests.
Besides—
Turning all the Cursed Children into Devils wasn't something that could be done overnight.
But he had plenty of time.
For now…He'd let her play her game.
Because once every single Cursed Child became his Familia—Wouldn't he be the one to decide this world's fate?
— — —
Meanwhile… Lynn's Familia Harem Chat Group
[Kasumi Utako: "Master, how's the new world? Fun?"]
[Sigma Man: "Not bad. Killing people here could be pretty entertaining."]
[Kasumi Utako: "???"]
Lynn gave the group a quick rundown of this world's situation—
And chaos erupted.
In the Apocalypse World, Saeko unleashed a terrifying killing intent.
[The Traditional Woman of the Busujima Family: "Heh… The humans in this world are even worse than the zombies."]
[Kasumi Utako: "Wait, so they enjoy the protection of the Cursed Children while oppressing them at the same time?"]
At Supernatural Research Club, Kasumigaoka Utaha stared at the messages, utterly baffled.
How could people be this disgusting?
Even Shiina Mahiru frowned, her normally gentle gaze clouded with worry.
If this continues… the Cursed Children will be wiped out.
They're just kids…
Mahiru hesitated for a moment before voicing her concerns in the chat.
[Sigma Man: "Don't worry, Mahiru. The Cursed Children will rise again."]
[Sigma Man: "Because we're here."]
Busujima Saeko licked her lips in excitement.
The bloodlust she had suppressed for so long was beginning to boil over again.
That world… needs a Devil's purge.
[Sigma Man: "Once the shelter is set up, everyone—head to the Black Bullet world."]
[The Traditional Woman of the Busujima Family: "Understood, Master."]
The group members eagerly responded.
They all wanted justice for the Cursed Children.
Lynn chuckled.
Seitenshi had said she would arrange personnel for the shelter—But he didn't trust anyone.
Besides—That shelter?
It was going to be his Familia's base.
No outsiders allowed.
As for manpower?
The moment he reincarnated the first Cursed Child into a Devil—
He'd have more than enough.
After all— Who better to help these little girls than the other little girls?
— — —
The Next Day
A meeting was held by Seitenshi.
She presented a proposal—
To designate an abandoned warehouse district in the Outer Area as a shelter for Cursed Children.
Her tone was firm. "Everyone, I will be proceeding with the shelter project for the Cursed Children. Please cooperate."
The room fell into a heavy silence.
Several people discreetly glanced toward Tendo Kikunojyo.
Seeing that he showed no reaction, one of them immediately stepped forward.
"Seitenshi-sama, I strongly oppose this."
Seitenshi sighed internally.
She knew this road wouldn't be easy.
But she hadn't expected—
That the first step would already meet resistance.
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