Inside a windowless building.
Time seemed to stand still.
Ling Qing stood in front of Aleister's life support device, her slender fingers gently tapping the glass surface.
A playful smile played on his lips.
His eyes shone with a star-like light—the eyes of a demon god, beyond human comprehension.
Do you know Aleister?
Ling Qing's voice was like an echo from the depths of the universe.
Your meticulously designed plan is like a child building a castle on the beach to me.
Aleister, inside the life support unit, opened his eyes wide, a rare look of terror appearing on his usually expressionless face.
He opened his mouth, but no sound came out.
Ling Qing has deprived him of his right to speak.
Don't worry, we have plenty of time.
Ling Qing snapped his fingers.
Aleister's life support device instantly turned into powder and dissipated into the air.
But he did not fall; instead, he was held in mid-air by an invisible force.
Ling Qing pointed her finger at the void.
You've toyed with so many lives; now it's time to experience what it's like to be treated like a toy.
In an instant.
Aleister's pupils dilated.
His consciousness was pulled into an infinite cycle of reincarnation created by Ling Qing.
There.
He will experience all the pain he has inflicted on others.
The despair of death, the anger of those with abilities used as pawns, and the lamentations of the innocent sacrificed.
Each reincarnation resets his memories, making him forever unable to adapt to pain and forever retaining his most primal fear.
After ten thousand reincarnations, perhaps one will understand the weight of life.
Ling Qing said softly.
[What a cruel punishment.]
A calm voice came from the shadows.
Aiwass emerged from the darkness, his pure white figure a stark contrast to his surroundings.
Ling Qing did not specifically imprison Him.
The angel's face showed no sympathy for Aleister's plight, only pure curiosity about Ling Qing.
I thought you would stop me.
Ling Qing turned to face Ai Huasi, her hands in her pockets, her posture as relaxed as if she were taking a walk in a park.
I have no reason to interfere.
Aiwass's voice was completely flat, like it had been synthesized electronically.
I'm more interested in you—a being who instantly ascended from human to demon god.
This violates all known laws.
Ling Qing smiled.
Rules? Those are just limitations that the weak set for themselves.
Aiwas tilted his head.
This human-like action contrasts sharply with his inhuman demeanor.
You have retained memories and emotions from your human past, which is... special.
Most demons would choose to abandon humanity, which they see as a lowly burden.
Unfortunately, I appreciate humanity; without humanity, where would enjoyment come from?
Ling Qing walked towards the control panel in the center of the room.
With a casual wave of his hand.
All displays light up simultaneously.
It displays real-time footage of various corners of Academy City.
For example, right now, I'm really enjoying the toy city that Aleister has meticulously created.
Are you planning to take over Crowley's Academy?
Maybe.
Ling Qing said casually: It depends on my mood.
Aiwass remained silent for a moment.
How do you view humanity now?
He asked such a philosophical question.
Ling Qing raised an eyebrow, seemingly amused by the unexpected question.
Ants? Toys? Or...my past self?
To be honest, I've been thinking about this issue too.
To be honest, the momentary vision of the demon god did have some impact on his thinking, but he knew one thing very clearly.
However, I believe that my behavior patterns fall within the human realm, rather than those of a demon.
As an angel, I have observed humanity for a long time, yet I have never been able to fully understand their behavioral patterns.
A rare hint of confusion crept into Aiwass's voice.
Especially emotions—that irrational driving force.
Ling Qing was about to answer.
Suddenly I sensed something.
A playful smile appeared on his lips.
It seems we have guests.
The entrance to the windowless building has a slightly distorted space.
Immediately afterwards, a red-haired girl appeared, staggering.
Kiyoshi leaned against the wall, panting heavily, with fine beads of sweat on her forehead.
Damn it... why is spatial teleportation so unstable...?
She cursed under her breath.
Then he looked up and around.
Then he froze in place.
The scene before her was beyond her comprehension.
Her big boss, Chairman Aleister, knelt on the ground like a rag doll, his eyes empty and lifeless.
A golden figure floated in the air, staring at her expressionlessly.
The most eye-catching figure was the young man in black standing in front of the control panel.
When he turned to look at her.
Kihara Tatsuki felt an unprecedented sense of oppression.
It felt as if the weight of the entire universe was pressing down on her shoulders.
I...I've gone to the wrong place...
Kihara Tatsuki instinctively retreated and tried to use her ability to leave, only to find that her ability was completely ineffective.
!!
Fear surged through her like a tidal wave, and her legs began to tremble.
Kihara Ayaki, right?
Ling Qing's voice was so gentle it was almost eerie.
How amusing that the person who was leading the way got lost right in front of their own house!
The pupil constricted.
The other party knew her identity!
Ling Qing slowly walked towards her.
Every step felt like it was pounding on her heart, and Kihara Tsurugi felt breathless.
When Ling Qing stood in front of her.
She then realized that the other person was unusually tall, and she had to look up to see his face clearly.
It was a face so handsome it was almost unreal, radiating an unparalleled charm.
Are you scared?
Ling Qing reached out and stroked her cheek, her movements as gentle as if she were handling a fragile item.
Don't be afraid, I'm very interested in you.
Kihara Tatsuki tried to dodge, but found that she couldn't move her body.
Ling Qing's fingers traced along her jawline.
The touch was both icy and hot, making her tremble all over.
You are shaking.
Ling Qing chuckled softly: How adorable.
Aiwass drifted closer, trying to observe the scene up close.
Is this what human sexual attraction is like? You feel desire for her?
Ling Qing glanced at the angel.
You're being too talkative.
And why are you still here?
[To retain human physiological desires while being a demon god is... contradictory.]
Aiwass continued his analysis.
Theoretically, a demon god should transcend such base impulses.
Shut up.
Ling Qing waved his hand impatiently.
Since you're so curious about humans, why not experience it for yourself?
A golden light shot from his hand toward Aiwass.
Aiwass watched in astonishment as his body began to change.
The golden wings gradually faded, and the angel's halo dissipated into the air.
A few seconds later.
Standing in place was a woman with long hair, who looked exactly like Aleister's wife.
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