Design I "I am a peace-loving person."
Lu Sheng calmly gazed at the black fog blanketing the heavens. Countless Heart-Image World gates poured out an ocean of Black Mist, gradually devouring and assimilating this entire universe.
"I do not like conflict, nor do I like fighting," he said softly.
"My ideal is to return home, live in seclusion, and peacefully live out my own days. That is my greatest dream." Lu Sheng sighed.
Karl opened his mouth behind him, utterly at a loss for how to respond.
"I have always been magnanimous toward others. Even when offended, I endure whenever I can."
"Your Majesty, the Rebel Leader wishes to surrender!" A black-armored general hurried over to report.
"It is fake. Kill them all." Lu Sheng waved a hand.
"Ah? But—"
"No buts. They must be planning to take advantage of our lowered guard, approach us, and launch a sneak attack! Kill them all." Lu Sheng impatiently waved him away.
The general hurried off to relay the order. Some of these alienated generals had become Giant Bone Guardians, while others, like him, had swelled enormously in stature, their skin covered in fine black scales.
"What was I saying just now?" Lu Sheng asked wistfully.
"You were saying... that you always endure whenever you can," Karl quickly replied.
"Yes. That is the kind of person I am—a common man content with the status quo, one who likes peace and stability. But fate forced me onward, constantly pushing me forward against my will. What I have become is all fate's fault. It has nothing to do with me." Lu Sheng turned back.
"It is like when you eat too much. It is not your own fault; it is because the food was made too delicious. Do you understand what I mean?"
"..." Karl