Sakura did not accept Kevin's explanation.
She raised her voice and demanded angrily.
"Both you and I have Honkai Beast factors in our bodies, yet we are Flame-Chaser Warriors who protect humanity."
"Ling has no symptoms at all. She can control that power. She will not hurt anyone."
"You... you cannot take away her life."
Seeing the tears slide from Sakura's eyes and hearing the sob in her voice, even Kevin could not help feeling conflicted, and his tone softened somewhat.
"Sakura, I understand how you feel. But the Eleventh Herrscher's abilities exceeded everyone's imagination. No one could have foreseen disaster descending in that form."
"We cannot endure another loss like that."
"Ling's situation is unusual, but she must be monitored. Please believe that Dr. Mei will make a wise decision."
Wiping away the tears at the corners of her eyes, Sakura's gaze regained its resolute light.
She looked at Kevin, a trace of finality in her voice.
"I do not doubt Dr. Mei's character, but I cannot trust Moth to Fire. Kevin, you know how those people have always looked at us."
"I do not care what happens to me, but now that Ling has fallen into their hands, I will never stand by and do nothing."
"Move!"
At the thought of the suffering Ling might be enduring, she could no longer bear it.
Faced with Sakura's determination, Kevin's expression turned grave as well.
He tried to persuade her sincerely, hoping to calm her down.
"Sakura, Moth to Fire needs you. We need you. I will not hurt you, but I will never let you pass through here."
As he spoke, Kevin raised the Third Divine Key, which had transformed into a greatsword.
Sakura showed no weakness at the sight.
She gripped the katana in her hand tightly, letting