Facing Linde, Esdeath agreed without any hesitation.
It could be said there was not the slightest hesitation.
Even without the transaction.
Not to mention.
The strong can freely control the weak.
With Linde.
She was the weak one.
Plus, her values followed her senses.
Completely dedicating herself to this Demon, she felt no discomfort whatsoever.
"Then from now on, your soul and body will completely belong to me."
The corners of Linde's mouth curved into a smile.
After doing so much.
He finally subdued this high-quality Retainer/Subordinate.
Mm-hmm.
Esdeath nodded, asking curiously, "So what should I do?"
"Do we need to sign another contract?"
Linde shook his head and said, "I will perform a Reincarnation Ritual on you, reincarnating you as a Demon, which means becoming my Retainer/Subordinate."
"Become a Demon?"
Esdeath was stunned.
Then, she became excited.
Did becoming a Demon mean becoming stronger?
She gazed at Linde, asking, "I understand, but what should I do next?"
A Reincarnation Ritual, huh?
It really makes one look forward to it.
"First, take off your outer clothing."
Esdeath blinked, a hint of confusion flashing in her eyes.
She was very sure.
She had not misheard.
After a moment of silence, Esdeath began to move.
A few seconds later, she held her outer clothing and asked, "This should be enough, right?"
Linde looked her over and said, "Alright, leave the rest to me."
As he spoke, Linde slowly reached out his hand.
No, no way?
Esdeath's pretty face flushed slightly.
This was the so-called Reincarnation Ritual?
She wasn't ready yet.
And to do this right after meeting.
Mr. Demon wouldn't think she was a shameless woman, would he?
Should she perhaps be a bit more reserved?
Linde extended his index finger, squeezing out a few drops of golden blood, "Esdeath, what's wrong?"
So strange, this woman wouldn't be overthinking something, would she?
"No, nothing."
Esdeath's body trembled, only feeling her cheeks burning hot.
She had completely misunderstood.
This was too embarrassing.
Linde shook his head and directly dripped the blood onto Esdeath's skin.
The hot sensation made Esdeath's pupils contract.
As Linde acted, mysterious characters appeared in the light.
Thump!
Esdeath's body trembled, and the sound of her heartbeat echoed throughout the entire tent.
It felt like something was about to surge out from within her body.
Almost at the same time.
Data began to appear on Esdeath's skin.
[Esdeath]
[Race: Demon]
[Master: Linde Lucifergus]
[Level: LV39]
[skill: Absolute Zero]
[Absolute Zero: The control over ice power can reach a masterful level.]
..."Level 39, huh."
Looking at the text information, Linde secretly nodded.
As expected of Esdeath.
Immediately after reincarnating as a Demon, she was already at the limit of an Upper-level Demon.
Then, Linde looked at Esdeath's skill.
"Absolute Zero..."
A glint of light flashed in Linde's eyes.
Regardless of the actual situation.
Anything related to these four words is definitely not simple.
And to some extent, this skill is indeed suitable for Esdeath.
And most importantly... Linde's mind stirred, and he summoned his panel.
[Linde Lucifergus]
[Race: Progenitor Demon]
[Level: LV54]
[Authority: Progenitor Demon Transformation]
[Retainer/Subordinate: Grayfia, Miyano Shiho, Miyano Akemi, Esdeath]
[skill: Demon Contract, Demon Summoning, Infinite Magic Power, Heart of Magic, Magic Gunner, demon gun, Demon Mask, Absolute Zero]
The panel showed subtle changes.
Besides the Retainer/Subordinate column having Esdeath added, the skill also gained Absolute Zero.
But the most important thing is...
His level directly increased significantly.
This is the value of a high-quality Retainer/Subordinate.
On the other side.
The Reincarnation Ritual had completely ended.
Esdeath was a bit dazed, feeling the power slowly flowing within her body.
This should be the power Mr. Demon just used.
In addition.
Her back and tailbone area felt a bit itchy.
If she wasn't mistaken.
It might be the wings and tail of a demon.
At this moment, Linde had already handed her the written data.
"What is this?"
Esdeath subconsciously took it, but was a bit confused.
"Your attribute panel."
Linde briefly explained what the panel meant.
Esdeath nodded and began to examine it carefully.
LV39
Hmm, according to her master, she is an Upper-level Demon.
It seems my strength is not weak among demons.
A determined glint flashed in Esdeath's eyes.
Since she has a goal.
Then she will keep climbing.
Then she shifted her gaze downwards and saw the skill [Absolute Zero].
"So that's it, no wonder I feel a stronger control over the essence of demons."
Esdeath looked at the description of [Absolute Zero], feeling a surge of excitement.
Even though she had just been reincarnated as a demon.
Her current strength had increased several times over.
"Thank you, Master, for bestowing such power upon me."
Esdeath knelt on one knee, looking at Linde with reverence.
"It seems you have a strong obsession with becoming stronger."
Linde's lips curved upwards, and an inexplicable light flickered in his deep eyes.
"If that's the case."
"I still have a way to help you increase your strength."
Hearing Linde's words, Esdeath became excited.
"Then please, Master."
"Make me stronger."
No sooner had she spoken than Esdeath realized Linde's figure was already close at hand.
"???"
Esdeath blinked.
Wait a minute.
Is something wrong?
Mmm—
Her mouth... was blocked.
Esdeath only felt herself turning into dough, completely kneaded into Linde's body.
Immediately after.
She felt an incredibly unfamiliar sensation.
Hard, hot.
This, this, this, this, this... A flicker of panic flashed in Esdeath's eyes, and intense emotions completely occupied her brain.
She forgot her name.
She even forgot where she was.
Now, she...
Only knew to offer everything to her master.
Fulfilling her duty as a Retainer/Subordinate.
Linde's gaze was solemn.
He began to fully focus on helping Esdeath raise her level.