Fire MOTH's Leaders: There's a Useless Teammate Among Us (Continued)

"Although we did not give him a high position of power, his reputation has become so high that the position has become meaningless, and he has even become the faith of the rank and file soldiers."

"The hero who defeated the Herrscher, the hope who defeated the Honkai. I wonder how many people view him now. If this continues, his reputation alone will be enough to make the entire Moth Chasing Fire submit."

"...xN

These people all fell silent and started to argue.

Many methods they had used to deal with their political enemies in the past flashed through their minds, but when they tried to apply these methods to Bai Ge, they were surprised to find that none of them worked.

The so-called political infighting, to put it bluntly, is about digging up dirt on each other, exposing each other's scandals, and putting on a show to form cliques and compete for more seats.

However, Bai Ge has no scandals.

He got to where he is today solely through "victory"!

Of the four Herrscher who have appeared so far, three were personally defeated by Bai Ge, and in the fastest, shortest, and most shocking way.

Compared to Bai Ge's heroic individual victory, the difference between Bai Ge's victory and Bai Ge's victory against the First Herrscher, Moth Chasing Fire bombarded her for days and only managed to subdue her with nuclear weapons, is simply too great.

If these high-ranking officials wanted to surpass Bai Ge in prestige, the only way would be to use a faster and better method to defeat the Herrscher who would appear in the future... but just thinking about it made them all give up.

Moreover, Bai Ge doesn't need to form cliques or anything like that. As a hero, as long as he continues to fight and move forward, countless people will naturally follow him.

Even those who followed Bai Ge out of pure admiration were far more loyal than his subordinates who were paid or coerced.

These high-ranking officials did try to win over Elysia, Kevin, Mobius, Hua, and others, hoping to persuade them to leave Bai Ge's side by offering them benefits.

However, the results were consistent.

The messengers they sent out were either seriously injured and hospitalized, or were experimentally modified to the point that they were unrecognizable as human.

"Um, you guys said that he's very messy in his relationships with men. Does that count as bad news about Bai Ge?"

After thinking for a while, someone hesitated and said.

He was immediately ridiculed by everyone.

"... Hehe, that makes sense, that makes a lot of sense. It seems we've got a fool in here."

"Kick him, kick him. Before we think of a way to deal with Bai Ge, I think we can deal with him first and divide up the power and resources in his hands."

"Agreed. Such a terrible teammate can't be allowed to stay. The opponent is already a god, and the teammate is an idiot. How can we play like this?"

"I can provide him with dirt and scandals. Remember to give me an extra 20% after you take care of this guy."

"You, you all—!"

Everyone looked at the person who had just spoken with disdain. A promiscuous and improper relationship? How did this guy even get to his current position? Who the hell would care about something so trivial!

He's a great hero who defeated the Herrscher three times and saved the world. Isn't it normal for many women to admire him?

Well, the opponent was already invincible, and now that our teammate is an idiot, we're even less likely to win.

"Legitimate methods won't work against Bai Ge. Even if we smear him, not only will probably less than one in ten people believe us, but such low-level methods won't be able to affect him."

"Then there's only one way left: let the Venom Cocoon go and assassinate Bai Ge."

"...xN

The projected gazes converged, once again revealing the look of someone who was being treated like a fool.

"Ahem! Let's not even talk about how we can assassinate Bai Ge, who can defeat Herrscher. Even if we succeed in killing him, what should we do with Herrscher that appear in the future?"

"A bunch of idiots! Haven't you realized that you've unconsciously made him your only hope to defeat the Honkai? So what if Bai Ge dies? There are still so many people in this world, so many Fusion Warriors. I refuse to believe that humanity is doomed just because he's gone!"

The speaker was emotionally agitated.

Although he spoke very positively, everyone present could sense a strong sense of jealousy emanating from him.

Some people shook their heads helplessly but expressed their understanding.

The boy in the virtual portrait before me is indeed hard not to be envious of—perfect looks, immense power, brilliant achievements, and unparalleled prestige.

If humans were created by Gods, then people like Bai Ge must have been created as legends.

Even though they understand that everything Bai Ge has achieved so far is the result of his own hard work, without any luck or gifts involved, it still makes them involuntarily jealous.

"Okay, assassination, assassination is a good idea... just kidding! Putting aside the people surrounding him, Bai Ge's own strength far surpasses that of Herrscher. How can someone like that be killed!"

"Hmph, professional matters should be left to professionals. Let me introduce you to the latest talent recruited by Venom Cocoon. You can call her— Forget-Me-Not."

After saying that, a young girl appeared silently in the room.

It is not a virtual projection, but a real body.

She wore a black and white mask, with only her long, cherry-pink hair cascading down her back. A katana hung at her waist, as if it would be drawn at any moment and, with lightning speed, behead her across the internet.

Even those who only knew political infighting could sense that this girl known as Forget-Me-Not was very strong, but...

"That's it? That's it?!"

They made no attempt to hide their disdain.

Forget-Me-Not: "..."

Some of these high-ranking officials had heard of the reputation of Venom Cocoon, the professional assassin, and knew that she had taken care of many people who opposed Moth Chasing Fire, but so what?

This girl is merely a murder weapon.

But that boy was a sword that could kill gods!

The gap between the two sides is like an insurmountable chasm!

"I really can't defeat Bai Ge. I can barely handle low-level Fusion Warrior, but against a strongman like him... if I were to go up against him, I would only be doomed."

The girl, Forget-Me-Not, shook her head and admitted it.

Although it's already quite remarkable for an ordinary person to defeat a low-level Fusion Warrior, she is a very self-aware person, knowing that the gap between herself and Bai Ge is so great that she has no chance at all.

"It's alright. The base he's at is planning to recruit more people. I'll arrange an identity for you to infiltrate. As long as you do as I say, you'll have a slight chance to kill Bai Ge."

"Just, a sliver of a chance?"

"That's right, but don't even think about refusing. Don't forget that your sister is still under our protection. Forget-Me-Not, you have no option to refuse. You can only complete the mission or die."

The high-ranking official, who was extremely jealous of Bai Ge, said firmly.

"..."

The girl Forget-Me-Not gripped the knife in her hand.

"Don't worry, I guarantee that as long as you complete the mission, your sister will receive the best protection and treatment. Even if you fail the mission and die, she will continue to be protected."

"... I understand, mission... I'll accept."

She said as if giving up, and the girl behind the mask sighed, thinking that she was always powerless to control her own destiny in this world, and that she was afraid she would have to send it... back to write her will.

Forget-Me-Not's gaze fell upon Bai Ge's virtual portrait on the round table, a complex expression on her face.

(Even the sun, which can illuminate everything, has places its light cannot reach. Even a hero who saves countless lives wouldn't save a rat in the sewers.)

Indoors at the Moth Chasing Fire Base.

Several days after the celebration and welcome party, a new sign appeared on the door of the Mobius Laboratory. It read, "Dogs and Elysia are not allowed!"

However, it is no surprise that the Pink Fairy Lady would not comply. But if this continues, Mobius will not even need to study how to enter the Artificial Herrscher Form. She is about to collapse from anger.

"You two have a really good relationship."

Bai Ge looked at the photo of Snakey in a pink dress with a subtle expression and said, "So cute, I'll save it."

"Huh? How are we even close?!"

"Hehe, Bai Ge is right~"

Mobius tried his best to kick Elysia away as she lunged at him, but given the vast difference in their strength, her struggles and resistance were gradually becoming futile.

During this period, Snakey has become increasingly unable to resist Miss Fairy's persecution. Every time, she runs away if she can, and if she can't run away, she fights to the death until she is dressed in a pink dress.

Bai Ge couldn't bear to see this cruel scene unfold, so... he simply picked up Mobius and placed her on his lap, using his body as a shield to protect her.

"Oh dear, Bai Ge is so cunning! I want to hug the petite and adorable Mobius too! Let me hug him, let me hug him."

"Ahem, Aili, first come, first served. Mobius is mine now. You can deal with him yourself later."

As Bai Ge spoke, he raised his hand to protect the Snakey, and the Pink Fairy finally gave up on that goal... and instead went to harass Klein, who had been working overtime for three consecutive days and was powerless to resist.

The Mobius Laboratory, feared by countless people.

This couple has already ruined everything.

"Don't let me see her again!"

"Oh, I can't make that decision."

"Hmph! Don't you even know how much you've spoiled this pink fatso? That wretched Elysia!"

Mobius glanced pityingly at her assistant, who was being brutally rubbed in the face by the Pink Fairy Lady, then snuggled closer to Bai Ge Bai, her small, snake-like buttocks wiggling against his lap.

Bai Ge's eyes twitched, and he immediately put his arm around Mobius's slender waist to prevent her from moving around.

"My dear Dr. Mobius, why do you always like to play in front of Aili?"

"She did it first!"