Tesla: How Come You Didn't Kill Him? / Otto's Polite Refusal and Terrible Idea

Gwen smiled and agreed, steer the conversation back on track—

"What do you think of Changguang's proposal?"

Although it's somewhat unconventional, it doesn't seem entirely without merit.

"Dr. Einstein thought it was worth a try."

"Perhaps we can take this opportunity to eliminate some parasites within the Anti-Entropy, as the first prelude to the cleanup."

Raiden Ryoma has a habit of preparing to cook one fish in multiple ways.

"Don't mess around. Aren't you afraid that the Electronic Ghost, having seen too much of humanity's petty scheming, will try to purify the world like the Strong Artificial Intelligence in the movies?"

Siegfried nudged the Raiden Ryoma Horse with his elbow.

"...

All right..."

Thinking about it, it did seem like a possibility. Raiden Ryoma sighed and gave up on this tempting idea of getting two fish in one.

"In addition, everyone should upgrade their firewalls."

At least the firewalls protecting core privileges and confidential information should be prioritized and upgraded, so as to avoid having to deal with the base that is about to be compromised.

Changguang's voice still carried a hint of amusement, but everyone could tell that this was no joke, but a serious piece of advice.

"It's best not to tell these kinds of horror stories."

Gwen sighed and said to Changguang—

"Just use the new technology I brought back from outside. If there are any shortcomings, I'll go back there to find technical support."

"Then I won't hold back and will use you..."

Changguang said with a grin.

"Alright, get to work, or I'll dock your pay and cut off your funding."

Gwen ignored Changguang's joke and instead said—

"Don't hang up yet. Transfer me to Bishop Otto. It's better for him to say some things himself."

Chapter 716 Tesla: Why didn't I kill you?

"Oh?

"Long time no see, Dr. Tesla, Dr. Einstein."

The familiar, annoying tone came through the communicator, causing the few people in the room, apart from Gwen and Izanami, to subconsciously frown.

However, looking at that familiar... not-so-familiar face on the projection, the words stuck in their throats.

Even the hot-tempered Dr. Tesla remained silent, staring in astonishment at the face projected on the screen—a face with dark circles under its eyes, a blue patch on one side and a purple patch on the other, looking like it had just stepped out of a movie set.

"... Is this Otto?"

Although he heard Otto's familiar, annoying tone and could see Otto's shadow on that bruised and swollen face, Dr. Tesla was still completely bewildered at that moment.

"That's right."

Meeting the surprised and uncertain gazes, Gwen nodded slightly and affirmed—

"That is indeed our Bishop Otto."

"Why is this guy like this?"

Did he step on a banana peel with his left foot, then stomp into a stinking mud pit with his right, and finally fall onto a hard, weathered pile of excrement that had been left to stand for ten years?

Tesla's seemingly concerned tone revealed a lack of tact, which made Izanami, who was in the corner, glance at her a few more times.

"Please maintain your composure, Dr. Tesla."

Einstein's lips twitched slightly, but he didn't smile and said in a serious tone—

"Even if the weathered excrement you mentioned really exists, it probably wouldn't be enough to make Bishop Otto's thick skin look like this."

"If Dr. Einstein and Dr. Tesla want, you can prepare that kind of weathered excrement. I don't mind coming over to test the thickness of your skin."

Otto, however, seemed oblivious to the contempt and insult in the foul language, even wearing a polite smile on his face.

"How disgusting—"

Tesla showed no kindness towards Otto, this guy who had betrayed him time and time again, spitting out a curse before turning to Gwen—

"What's wrong with this guy?"

Is he deliberately trying to gain sympathy?

No, that's not it.

Gwen shook his head—

"As mentioned before, after Kallen was resurrected and learned of the misdeeds of our Bishop Otto, she launched a fierce attack against him—"

If it weren't for Bishop Otto's body being modified by Stigmata, and the fact that he's objectively done some good deeds, I even suspect he'd be beaten to death by now.

After all, it was the monstrous strength of the Caslana family.

Of course, one and a half of those dark circles under my eyes are from injections; they even look a bit symmetrical.

"It's a pity that you and that Saintess are too soft-hearted."

If I had been there, I would have definitely made him try out my mechanical arm. Even with his body modified by the Stigmata, I would have killed him instantly!

Tesla clenched his fist with the hand wearing the red exoskeleton, his face contorted in a ferocious expression.

"If Dr. Tesla wants, I'm ready to accompany him anytime."

Otto laughed.

"Otto, what kind of scheme are you plotting now?"

Looking at that familiar smiling face, Siegfried's expression turned serious, and he asked in a deep voice.

"Ha ha...

It seems this appearance alone can't convince you...

Otto abandoned his usual flippant smile when dealing with Anti-Entropy and said seriously—

"Gwen has surely explained the situation to you. As he said, I am trying to atone for the sins I have committed..."

Do you think a simple apology can erase everything you've done in the past?

Tesla's eyes blazed with fury, his red twin tails danced like leaping flames, and his fingers, clad in a red exoskeleton, pointed at Otto as he roared.

"Of course not."

Otto shook his head, agreeing quite naturally.

"A mistake is a mistake. It's impossible for things to be okay just because you've made a change. Besides, there's no chance to undo many of the things I've done."

"Then why are you spouting nonsense?"

Tesla clenched her fists tightly; if it weren't just a projection in front of her, she probably would have already punched it.

"So, I'm just putting together some of my previous plans and trying to make the world a better place."

Then, I urge you all to bring those whom I have wronged in the past, along with their relatives and friends, together... to take revenge on me, the culprit..."

Otto's words weren't particularly impassioned, but his calm voice made everyone realize that he wasn't joking, but genuinely intended to do it...

Although they had been fooled by Otto many times in the past, seeing Otto like this gave the group a feeling that he was probably serious.

"In that case, Bishop Otto, please share with me everything you have done over the years..."

Einstein let out a soft breath, her expression as calm as ever, but those who knew her well could sense the turbulent emotions beneath that calm—

"Dr. Einstein felt that it would be more convincing to do something concrete than to just talk about your plans here without any evidence."

"Ha...

It seems I've already lost all credibility with you all, and even Gwen.'s words couldn't save me..."

Otto laughed heartily, but then suddenly changed the subject—

"But that's fine too. If even a scoundrel like me can choose to believe Gwen, then I really have to worry about your future."

"Enough with the nonsense, send the stuff over!"

Tesla has also realized that Einstein's approach was correct and has spoken out in support.

Even if Otto was deceiving everyone and playing dirty tricks, they could still gain something by obtaining the other party's plan.

"Ha...

Good idea, but not yet. Once you get the data, you will compare it with the existing data from Anti-Entropy and then take action.

Doing so could very well alert the enemy.

Under the watchful eyes of several people, Otto slowly shook his head, rejecting the request.

"Snort!

What forgiveness?

I think you're doing the same shady things you did more than ten years ago!

Dr. Tesla did not get angry again, but instead crossed his arms and glanced at Otto sideways.

"Very well, you've always looked at a dangerous person like me with suspicion."

Otto smiled again, praising him as if he were complimenting a child who had made progress.

Without waiting for Tesla to speak, he continued—

"I will give Gwen what you want. If you need any essential information, you can ask him for it."

Friendly reminder: Nancy's goal of buying the North American branch from me to fight the Honkai is about to be achieved by Gwen.

By now, he has taken over all my spare bodies.

At the same time, I am gradually handing over the highest authority of the Mandate of Schicksal to him.

He will control the future trajectory of this planet.

If any of you at Anti-Entropy want to showcase your talents, you might want to have a good chat with your new boss..."

Chapter 717 Otto's Stubborn Rebuff and Bad Idea

Otto's wish had been fulfilled; he had indeed sold his life in exchange for a better future in the new world.

But Otto needed to make it clear to Dr. Tesla and those who were hostile to him out of hatred—

The one who defeated Otto Apocalypse was never Anti-Entropy, nor was it the Herrscher of Reason who hid in the shadows; it was Gwen—

They can hate him and insult him without restraint, but they must be clear about where all of this comes from.

Otto didn't want Gwen to feel guilty about the sins he had committed and to give in to their unreasonable demands in the future.

After giving the Anti-Entropy group a cold shoulder, Otto didn't continue to pressure Tesla and the others, but instead formally began the exchange—

Even though Otto didn't send Einstein the plans and materials he wanted, the information revealed in his words still showed his sincerity.

Although occasional disagreements still occur, Otto always smooths things over without Gwen needing to intervene.

Otto knows exactly how to handle Tesla's short temper.

Seeing that the group was having a fairly "pleasant" conversation, Gwen stopped listening and instead pulled Izanami away from there.

After turning a few corners along the corridor, the two arrived at a wide viewing window. Outside the window was a lush green lawn, and a gentle breeze blew by, carrying the breath of life.

"I'm sorry to have you see this as soon as you arrive."

Gwen took a can of peach juice from the vending machine and handed it to Izanami, saying apologetically.

"It's nothing. I've seen far more ugliness than today."

Izanami shook his head slightly and took a sip of juice...

Hmm, it still has that slightly sweet taste.

"Are you familiar with that blond Bishop Otto?"

Izanami asked.

"It's alright, it's familiar but not that familiar."