Ōtsutsuki Ryushiki's gaze shifted as he smiled and spoke softly:
"Then how about this? I'll lend you a hand, and the two of us will destroy this world together."
His expression brimmed with confidence. In his eyes, Korde had no reason to refuse.
As the inheritor of Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's will,
there was no doubt that Korde was the one who most wanted to avenge Isshiki.
He could practically see Korde accepting his proposal, then helping him completely occupy this resource-rich planet!
"I need to think about it."
"Since you agree, then we'll—what?!"
Ōtsutsuki Ryushiki could not help but freeze. For the first time, his gaze wavered as he stared at Korde in astonishment.
"You... rejected my proposal?"
"That's right."
Korde took a deep breath. "Although I very much want to join hands with you to kill Uchiha Akira and Kawaki, and avenge Lord Isshiki."
"I want to carefully consider this matter, because I want to avenge Lord Isshiki with my own strength!"
"Please allow me to give it some proper thought."
His gaze toward Ōtsutsuki Ryushiki was utterly sincere, even carrying a trace of stubborn resolve.
It was anger and unwillingness over Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's death.
"Of course. Then, Korde, I'll wait here for your answer."
Ōtsutsuki Ryushiki's expression remained gentle.
"You inherited Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's will. Wanting to personally avenge Isshiki is perfectly natural."
"But as a member of the same clan, I am also willing to contribute my strength for Isshiki."
His words were as convincing as ever.
Yet for some reason, Korde felt that the smile in his eyes had vanished with the chill of an autumn wind.
Korde hurriedly left.
Only after the prying gaze behind him had disappeared did his expression abruptly change.
"Damned idiot! Do you take me, Korde, for a fool?!"
Korde's eyes turned icy