Aaron as the narrator: "Death and destruction are one of my favorite topics besides killing children. I have killed perhaps hundreds or even millions back in my world—that's when I was chosen to wield the book's power before coming into a strange world called Orb World."
"I became an orb, allowing me to live forever at my leisure. I do enjoy the suffering I inflict upon others. However, being linked to others is a nuisance, especially Kaito—I had forgotten that he possesses the ability to grant the links their allotted energy."
"Who would have thought that one thousand percent could cause such destruction? I wonder what would happen if it were infinite percent."
"I was placed under house arrest after my rampage—killing twenty police officers and nearly getting that little girl. Instead of locking me up in prison with other inmates (who I would undoubtedly murder), they decided to keep me confined at home, believing I'm too dangerous even for jail."
(Flashback at the other world).
*The simple and plain dimension known as Dimension 27 remained unchanged for eons. It mirrored the human world in every aspect, devoid of any supernatural or mysterious occurrences. People lived their lives, went to work, and returned home without ever experiencing anything out of the ordinary.*
*Until one fateful day, when everything changed forever. The goat cult leader arrived, stepping through a portal that flickered into existence right in the middle of the bustling city square. He was tall, imposing, with glowing red eyes and horns that curved menacingly.*
*The goat cult leader's sudden appearance caused panic and chaos among the ordinary citizens of Dimension 72. People screamed and ran in every direction, trying to escape the unsettling figure. The cult leader ignored their fear, his red eyes scanning the crowd intensely as he searched for his first link—the chosen one.*
*With a swift movement, the goat cult leader dropped the ancient book he was holding. It vanished instantly, consumed by the portal from which he emerged.*
(At Aaron's Home).
*With a twisted grin, he sharpens his sword the bloodstains from his latest victims, relishing in the memories of the countless lives he's extinguished. His mind wanders to the countless more he yearns to add to his gruesome tally.*
Aaron: ''If only I'd killed that little brat, Emi."
*He thinks bitterly, his obsession with the girl who escaped his clutches consuming his every thought. His twisted desire to eliminate her from existence burns brighter than ever, fueling his already insatiable bloodlust.*
*His gaze falls upon the rotting corpse of his hidden victim, a sinister grin spreading across his face as he reaches out to caress the decaying flesh. Suddenly, a book materializes before him, catching him off guard. He snatches it up, his eyes narrowing with curiosity and a hint of suspicion.*
Aaron: "What's this?"
*His brow furrows as he examines the mysterious book more closely. As his fingers make contact with the cover, an intense pain shoots through him, forcing him to drop it. Looking down, he sees the book glowing with an eerie light, bearing a goat's head and a pentagram symbol.*
*The book vanishes suddenly, leaving him coughing and gagging as black liquid erupts from his mouth.*
(In his mind).
"Who's this guy?"
*Panicked, he stumbles backward only to collide with someone behind him. He turns around slowly and freezes—standing before him is a terrifying figure wearing a goat mask.*
*Without hesitation, he grabs his sword and attempts to slash the masked figure but finds himself abruptly stopped mid-swing. The goat cult leader moves with unnatural speed and strength, effortlessly catching his wrist mid-air.*
Axel: "The book has chosen you."
*He hissed.*
(End of Flashback).
*He pushes aside thoughts of the past encounter as he focuses solely on the present battle against Hiromi. His obsession with Emi—the little girl who escaped—burns brightly in his mind, overshadowing everything else.*
*He stood there in silence, his gaze shifting from Hiromi to Emi, a mix of confusion and dark intent swirling in his eyes. The part of the book's power within him stirred, making him question whether he was truly experiencing the full extent of its infinite potential.*
(In his mind).
"Why is she stopping me from killing Emi? This is getting annoying,"
*He thought to himself, his frustration growing. The part of the book's power within him pulsed with impatience and malice, urging him to act on his violent instincts.*
*His gaze shifted to Kaito, who was indeed watching the scene with an amused expression. The original link to the book seemed entertained by Aaron's struggle against Hiromi. Aaron felt a surge of anger and humiliation knowing that Kaito was likely manipulating the power within him on purpose.*
"I forgot that Kaito controls the power I receive."
*He thought bitterly.*
"I'm supposed to be at infinity percent but he's probably only giving me a fraction of what I could be capable of. Maybe I'm only at one thousand percent right now."
*His frustration turned into rage.*
(Out of his mind).
Kaito: "Hurry up my Goodman."
*He said with a twisted smile, his voice dripping with mockery and impatience.*
Kaito: "I'm getting bored watching you struggle against a mere girl."
*His words stabbed into Aaron's pride and fury, fueling the dark power within him to dangerous levels.*
*Kaito suddenly appeared beside Aaron, his presence commanding attention. He walked confidently in front of Aaron, his twisted smile widening as he stared at Hiromi with cold intent. His gaze then shifted to Emi, his eyes gleaming with sadistic pleasure.*
Kaito: "It's useless trying to protect her."
*He said dismissively, his eyes never leaving Emi.*
Kaito: "Her fate has already been sealed. Nothing you do will change what's coming for that little brat."
*His words sent a chill down Hiromi's spine, the implication clear that Emi was marked for some horrifying destiny.*
Hiromi: "That can't be true..."
*She whispered under her breath, her resolve hardening. She refused to believe that Emi's fate was already sealed. She channeled her energy, focusing every ounce of strength on protecting the little girl from the impending death that Kaito's words suggested.*
(In her mind).
"That's Akuma-tekina gyakusatsu Yakuza's Leader Kaito,"
*She thought to herself, translating the name in her mind to "Satanic Slaughter Yakuza." She knew she was facing something far beyond ordinary evil—a man who reveled in death and destruction.*
(Out of her mind).
Kaito: "Aaron, do you mind if I rip this little brat's throat out right now?"
He asked with a sadistic smirk, his hand already reaching for Emi. His eyes challenged Aaron, testing his resolve and loyalty. The air grew thick with tension and the scent of impending violence.
*Aaron's eyes flashed with a dangerous intensity as Kaito's words hung in the air. The request to kill Emi was like a red flag to a bull for Aaron. His hand instinctively moved to the hilt of his sword, his voice cold and deadly when he spoke.*
Aaron: "Over my dead body."
*Without hesitation, Hiromi scooped Emi up and turned to run, knowing full well that staying any longer would be deadly. The air behind her crackled with tension as Aaron and Kaito faced off.*
Kaito: "Smart Girl."
*He whispered softly, more to himself than Aaron.*
Aaron: "..."
*His face contorted with rage as he glared at Kaito.*
Aaron: "You knew where that brat was all along, and yet you kept her from me!"
*He snarled, his hands clenched into fists at his sides. The twisted smile never left Kaito's face as he met Aaron's glare head-on.*
Kaito: "I enjoy messing with people, even if they're comrades,"
*He replied, his twisted smile widening.*
Kaito: "And your obsession with that little girl? It's creepy, but it's also quite enjoyable to watch."
*He chuckled softly, clearly relishing the tension and anger radiating from Aaron.*
*Aaron, fueled by rage, lunged forward and thrust his sword directly at Kaito's chest. However, Kaito reacted with lightning speed, summoning his demonic symbol to block the blade mere inches from his heart.*
*Kaito's twisted smirk remained unchanged as he activated the book's power at only five percent, easily snapping Aaron's sword in two with a casual wave of his hand. Before Aaron could react, he found himself suddenly pinned down, Kaito's hand wrapped firmly around his throat.*
Kaito: "Shh."
*He whispered, his grip tightening around Aaron's throat as he began to choke him.*
Kaito: "Let me remind you that you're nothing more than a pawn for the goat cult. You're just the first link and nothing. You're easily replaceable."
*He held Aaron in a chokehold, his eyes gleaming with sadistic pleasure as he watched Aaron struggle and gasp for air. The sight of someone suffering at his hands always filled him with a dark, twisted satisfaction. He slowly increased the pressure around Aaron's throat, enjoying every moment of his discomfort.*
*Aaron frantically tried to activate the book's power, his eyes widening in horror as he realized that the book wasn't responding to his commands. Kaito's smirk grew wider as he maintained complete control over the book's activation, allowing only a minuscule amount of power to flow through it at his discretion.*
Kaito: "You're nothing without me."
*He hissed, his voice cold and menacing as he tightened his grip around Aaron's throat.*
Kaito: "Now be a good boy and let me handle this."
*He maintained his chokehold until Aaron's struggles weakened, and finally, he went limp, unconsciousness claiming him.*
*He released his grip on Aaron's throat once he was sure the other man was unconscious. He didn't kill him; punishment was enough. He roughly dropped Aaron's limp body onto the cold ground, his twisted smirk still playing on his lips as he stood over the unconscious figure.*
Kaito: "Stupid pawn."
*His gaze shifted suddenly as he noticed the faint footprints leading away from the scene. He followed them with his eyes, realizing that Hiromi had managed to slip away during their confrontation. His smirk returned, this time with a hint of amusement and excitement.*
(At the Abandoned Church).
Axel: "..."
*He remained silent, his gaze fixed on the figure before him. A young man with striking white hair and piercing green eyes stood there, his presence commanding despite the calm demeanor Axel maintained. Curiosity stirred within him as he pondered the identity of this mysterious individual.*
Takumi: "So you're probably the one behind hurting Kai."
*He accused, his tone sharp and accusatory as he addressed the goat cult leader, who remained concealed behind the unsettling goat mask. The mask seemed to leer back at Takumi, making the confrontation even more unnerving.*
Axel: "You're likely referring to one of my subordinates..."
He replied calmly, though there was an underlying menace in his tone.
Axel: "However, the boy named Kai possesses an intriguing ability. I intend to keep him under my protection."
*His words were measured, making it clear that Kai was now under his "guardianship".*
Takumi: "I can't allow you to do that..."
*He stated firmly, his disbelief in Axel's claim evident. With a sharp snap of his fingers, time froze around Axel, the goat cult leader suddenly immobilized mid-sentence. Takumi's expression was stern and unyielding, indicating his resolve to prevent Axel from keeping Kai.*
(At the other side of the tunnel).
*Aaron groaned, his hand instinctively reaching for his throat as he woke abruptly, a spark of the book's power forcibly rousing him from unconsciousness. His vision swam briefly before focusing on Kaito standing nearby, arms crossed with an infuriating smirk playing on his lips.*
Aaron: "You choked me and now you're waking me up?"
*He glared at Kaito, his voice hoarse with irritation and pain. He rubbed his throat, trying to ease the lingering discomfort as he stared at Kaito with a mix of annoyance and resentment.*
Kaito: "Someone had to wake your stupid ass up,"
*He retorted, his voice dripping with sarcasm.*
Kaito: "And I chose the most efficient method - choking you out then forcing the book's power to revive you."
*He leaned down slightly, his smirk turning mocking.*
Kaito: "Problem with that?"
Aaron: "..."
*Aaron's obsession with Emi consumes his thoughts. He remembers Hiromi taking Emi away, fueling his desire to kill her once and for all. The need for vengeance against this one small girl overwhelms his rational thinking.*
Kaito: "This time, I won't intervene..."
*He states calmly, his gaze fixed upon Aaron's wild, Emi-obsessed eyes.*
Kaito: "Do whatever it takes to satisfy your twisted desires. Just don't expect me to clean up after you."
(At the Abandoned Church).
Axel: "So many interferences..."
*He mutters, glancing at Takumi who's preparing to fight. The black liquid appears beside Axel as he hears footsteps approaching rapidly. In a blur of speed, Takumi utilizes his time energy to rewind Axel, catching him off guard in a fast-paced maneuver.*
Takumi: "I'll rewind you out of existence!"
*He declares as Axel taps into the book's power at ten percent to cancel the attack immediately.*
*Axel glares at Takumi, his eyes burning through the goat mask he wears. Despite the mask hiding his features, the intensity of his gaze is palpable, a clear challenge to Takumi's aggressive stance. The air between them crackles with tension and unspoken words.*
Takumi: "Time Style Ultimate Move: Ultimate Rewind!"
*He shouts, his anger fueling the attack. One hundred percent of his energy surges around him, creating a blinding flash as he rewinds Axel faster than ever before. The speed is incredible, a blur of motion that seems to defy physics.*
*Axel sees himself rapidly aging backwards, realization dawning. He quickly counteracts the attack by summoning the black liquid to slash at Takumi. However, Takumi's reflexes kick in, rewinding the attack mid-strike, leaving his chest unscathed. The cut heals instantly, returning to its original, unmarked state.*
Axel: "..."
(In his mind).
"He's powerful than I thought."
(Out of his mind).
This will continue in the next chapter.