The other party had already shown considerable goodwill. Even if there had been deception involved, at least most of it should have been true.
So Uchiha Yato relaxed and spoke in a more casual tone.
"Alright, I basically believe what you've said. So long as what we discuss next doesn't cross my bottom line, I think there's room for negotiation."
Kanoshius had laid out her bottom line precisely so Uchiha Yato would not feel too resistant.
After all, only then could both sides gain something from this.
"I know you yearn for freedom. However, no matter what, you will still be bound by certain contracts to some extent." Kanoshius's voice was low and solemn, as though this were an unavoidable fact.
Her gaze remained fixed on him as she continued, "Besides the soul contract I showed you earlier, there is actually another form of contract."
The instant she spoke, Kanoshius's expression abruptly grew even more grave, as if what she was about to say was of utmost importance.
Then, she slowly raised her hand, and another illusory light screen appeared in her palm.
This light screen differed from the previous one. Its color was noticeably darker, as though it had been stained with a faint layer of ink.
Moreover, through the screen, they could clearly see the shape of a sheet of paper within it.
Kanoshius seemed unconcerned by Jun's astonished look beside her and explained without hesitation, "This contract is called the Collaborator Contract."
Her voice echoed through the air, carrying an authority that could not be ignored. "Once you successfully sign this contract, your life and your soul will form a harmonious relationship with Program City."
However, Kanoshius changed the subject, her tone turning serious. "But signing this contract will be no easy matter."
Kanoshius had explained this