Nina in the Palm of Their Hand (Continued)

That look in his eyes seemed to suggest he had witnessed something utterly shocking...

No, that was truly shocking enough to shake one's worldview.

Even though Nunnally had received treatment from Mahiro and mental counseling from Mahiro's aunt.

But to be able to instantly pull the barely breathing Euphemia back from the brink of death...

"You really have no taste."

Beta, who was standing in the corner waiting for orders, saw the two's reactions and secretly complained to himself.

It's just saving a dying person; even if they were already dead, her Mahiro could still bring them back to life!

In Beta's eyes, Mahiro is an omnipotent being!

"Thank you, Mr. Mahiro."

Nunnally suddenly turned around and bowed deeply to Mahiro.

Although I don't understand what exactly happened, it's enough that I can save Sister Euphemia li Britannia.

However, Mahiro shook his head and said:

"It's nothing."

As he spoke, his gaze fell once more on Euphemia, fixed on her exquisite face, which resembled that of Sleeping Beauty.

Although Euphemia li Britannia was brought back to life, the problem was not actually solved.

Euphemia li Britannia was one of the most peace-loving and unambitious princes and princesses in the Britannia royal family.

They even spent countless efforts to establish the Special Administrative Zone of Japan.

But in the end, an uncontrolled Geass led to an irreparable mistake, even though it was originally a conspiracy orchestrated by VV, Charles, and Schneizel.

Unbeknownst to her, Euphemia had already become a pawn in the three-way game.

The best and simplest way for her to escape this vortex of conflict was through death.

Furthermore, if Euphemia li Britannia hadn't died, how could Freya have been born? And how could Cornelia have submitted?

Although the methods were somewhat despicable, they were something that had to be done.

Yotsuba Mahiro never considered himself a saintly figure or a savior; rather, he was a ruthless villain who would stop at nothing.

However, after death, Euphemia li Britannia will also be filled with a newfound melancholy and guilt.

As for who will help Euphemia li Britannia overcome this depression and guilt.

A haughty, purplish-red figure involuntarily appeared in Mahiro's mind.

After everything was taken care of, Beta took Euphemia, who was still unconscious, away to settle her in.

Mahiro returned to his room alone.

But as soon as I opened the door, I heard CC's slightly resentful voice coming from the bedroom.

"... Is the matter settled?"

The voice was somewhat plaintive, but also somewhat weak.

He subconsciously walked into the open-plan bedroom, where he saw CC lying on the bed without any regard for her image, her long, emerald green hair spread out like a scroll on the pure white sheets.

Even the code markings on the flying bird pattern were not hidden in the slightest.

A few beads of sweat remained on his forehead, and his chest heaved rapidly, as if he had just finished some kind of strenuous exercise.

"What's wrong with you?"

Mahiro asked with some curiosity, as this was the first time she had seen her like this.

"Nothing."

CC sat up, clutching her forehead. Although she said she was fine, her face was noticeably paler than usual, and there was a hint of pain in her calm expression.

"Headache?"

Mahiro guessed, and CC remained silent, which was considered confirmation of his guess.

But how could an immortal woman suffer from headaches?

At first he didn't believe it, but then something suddenly occurred to him, and he said:

"Is it because of VV?"

As soon as he finished speaking, CC suddenly raised her head, looking at him with a shocked expression and a hint of inquiry in her slightly widened eyes.

That look was as if he were asking, "How did you know?"

"Of course I know."

Mahiro smiled, pulled up a chair and sat down in front of her, explaining gently:

"I not only know the name VV, but I also know that he is the older brother of the 'Egg Roll Emperor,' and that he, like you, possesses the CODE mark and the power of immortality, right?"

This time, CC didn't deny it, but nodded slightly.

Although VV has a CODE mark, it has nothing to do with her CC, and she doesn't know where the CODE came from either.

CC once wondered if there were other beings like herself, and she searched for them.

But after searching for a long time, probably hundreds of years, she still couldn't find any of her kind, as if she were the only one in the world who possessed this power of immortality.

She didn't learn of VV's existence until she was invited to Britannia.

But how did this man in front of me know that?

She could understand other things, but VV...

"Stop guessing. I've said it before, there's very little in this world that can be hidden from me. I not only know about VV's existence, but I also know that VV is currently in Japan and has probably already found Suzaku Kururugi."

CC: "?"

The woman slowly typed a question mark.

Why go looking for that man?

"Of course, it's to deal with Lelouch!"

Mahiro smiled slightly, a meaningful smile appearing on his face.

And all of this was exactly as Mahiro had guessed.

Suzaku Kururugi, still grieving over Euphemia's passing and the abduction of her body, was staring blankly at Lancelot's key in his hand.

Tears kept falling and landing on the ground.

But just then, Suzaku Kururugi suddenly noticed footsteps approaching from behind.

Turning around, I saw a young child.

He stood before Suzaku Kururugi, dressed like a mysterious religious bishop, with an enigmatic smile playing on his lips.

"A child? But why would he be at the Governor's Mansion?"

The child opposite him ignored his surprise and, with her long, light-gold wavy hair cascading down the ground like a skirt, spoke in a childish voice devoid of joy or sorrow:

"Nice to meet you, Suzaku Kururugi. My name is VV."

"VV?"

Suzaku Kururugi frowned slightly, not understanding the meaning of the name.

Or rather, it doesn't seem like a name at all; it's more like a code.

However, VV ignored him again and continued talking to himself:

"Suzaku Kururugi, you must want to avenge Euphemia and kill Zero, right?"

"!!!"

Upon hearing the name Zero, Suzaku Kururugi's eyes widened, his gaze sharpening as he questioned:

"Who exactly are you?!"

"I am VV, and I know the whole truth. I can tell you the true faces of Zero and Shadow hidden beneath their disguises, and the truth about that thing called 'Geass'—"

At this moment, Suzaku Kururugi's dormant heart began to beat again.

In this riot in the Japan Special Administrative Region, approximately 300,000 Japan participated in the ceremony, but only 60,000 to 70,000 survived. The majority of the Japan perished under the Britannia army's sword.

Furthermore, this massacre was deliberately spread throughout the world, and in a short time, large-scale riots broke out in the Area 7 to Area 18, these colonies that had just been invaded by Britannia and were still unstable. Anti -Britannia sentiment reached its peak throughout the world!

Using this sentiment, and taking advantage of Euphemia's death, Lelouch stirred up all the survivors, binding their beliefs and strength together, temporarily transforming the Black Knights into an army capable of confronting the nation.

"We hereby declare independence from Britannia, but this does not mean the revival of the former Japan. We will not repeat the mistakes of the past. The Japan we will create from now on is a nation that embraces all races, histories, and ideas with open arms, and that protects the weak from the bullying of the strong. Its name is—United States of Japan!"

On the shattered platform, Zero announced the establishment of the United States and prepared to launch a general offensive against the concessions and the Governor's Mansion.

However, Euphemia li Britannia's death not only sparked riots in the colony, but also drove two women to madness.

Cornelia arrived at the governor's mansion and learned that her sister Euphemia had been killed in battle, and that Beatrice, the knight, had disappeared without a trace. Her heart was broken and filled with despair, which gradually turned into numbness and indifference.

It's as if I've figured something out.

Furthermore, upon learning that the Black Knights were preparing a large-scale attack on the concession, she disregarded everything and assembled an army, vowing to annihilate the Black Knights on the spot, under the guise of mourning Euphemia and seeking revenge.

This time, she even directly commanded Gino Weinberg and Anya Alstreim, who were Knights of the Rounds.

Gino Weinberg and Anya Alstreim merely exchanged a glance, without refusing.

An unprecedented battle is about to unfold due to Euphemia li Britannia's death.

Meanwhile, Ashford Academy was also in turmoil, completely losing its usual tranquility.

Nina, who was in the basement, was squatting in front of a computer, frantically analyzing data. The other end of the data cable was connected to something that looked like a nuclear warhead.

"Nina..."

Milly, who had come to the basement, called out to the busy girl with a worried expression. She felt particularly distressed when she saw the madness and hatred in the girl's eyes.

"Don't stop me! I want to avenge Princess Euphemia!"

Nina raised her head and glared fiercely.

That fierce look made Milly instinctively take two steps back.

She and Nina had been childhood friends, but this was the first time she had ever seen Nina in this light.

Seeing this, Mahiro stepped forward and patted Milly on the shoulder.

"Mahiro..."

"It's alright, let me do it."

Mahiro gestured to Milly with his eyes that she could go back, but Milly looked at the two of them hesitantly for a long time before nodding and choosing to leave the place to him, returning alone to the school upstairs to maintain order.

"Nina."

"Don't come any closer!"

He was about to step forward when Nina harshly rebuked him.

Nina looked up, and tears streamed down her face, which was contorted with hatred.

She choked back tears as she asked:

"Why... why did you let Zero kill Princess Euphemia li Britannia! Princess Euphemia li Britannia was your student, wasn't she?! Why were you so cruel? Princess Euphemia li Britannia clearly admired and respected you so much..."

As she spoke, Nina could no longer hold back, her eyes reddened, and she burst into loud sobs.

"You already knew?"

"Right!"

Nina wiped away her tears without any ladylike composure, glared at him fiercely, and retorted, "I already know, you are Shadow!"

Mahiro a little surprised.

I didn't expect this girl to be so smart; she really did live up to Einstein's surname.