"I sensed that a mortal enemy had been born."
Hearing Andrew's question, Annie hesitated, then said, "Only one of us can survive."
"Can you sense where he is? I'll go take care of him for you."
Andrew asked, and Annie shook her head. "I don't know exactly where he is, only that he's very, very far away. Andrew, you don't need to worry. I'll beat him. I'm not some helpless woman who needs your protection."
"A little thing like this won't stump your man."
Andrew took out a gold coin and flipped it into the air. When it landed in his palm, the face on it had changed from the emperor's to Billy's.
"Billy? Could it be because of that ability?"
Annie froze, amazed by Andrew's abilities. With a single gold coin, he had easily divined who her opponent was. That made things much simpler.
In truth, it had been so easy not only because Andrew's Fate Magic kept growing stronger, but also because Billy's soul belonged to him. There had been no difficulty whatsoever.
Seeing that it was Billy, Andrew felt completely reassured. He asked with a smile, "The ability that turned you into Mouse Annie?"
"What do you mean, Mouse Annie? That sounds awful!"
Annie glared at Andrew, her cheeks puffed out. What woman would want to be associated with mice? Still, she was kindhearted and couldn't bring herself to use humans to increase her strength.
"If I'm not mistaken, the Demon King of Hell restored Billy's ability. That's why you sensed him."
Andrew said, "Annie, only one of you and Billy can survive. If this were anything else, I'd definitely help you, but I want to leave this to you. Consider it a trial."
"No problem. I want to handle it myself, too."
Annie nodded. She had