A vast silence.
It spread like death.
The Mother Tree of Desire's enormous true body trembled. Under Lynn's verbal assault, her collapse was only a matter of time.
"It's just that I still think you can be saved."
Lynn paced.
He continued his epic attempt to bring her salvation.
"Because I don't believe the goddess who once represented nature would fall completely into a chaotic evil monster. You told me before that we're both demon ghosts wearing masks, that our surroundings force us to armor ourselves, because that's the only way we can adapt."
"But if one day you really mistake that mask for yourself, how are you any different from the demon ghost you once hated most?"
Lynn glanced sideways.
That immense darkness was reflected in his eyes.
Amid the vast, deathly silence.
He finally extended his hand.
"The thing I fear most in life is betrayal, so I don't trust people easily. But once I trust someone, I will never doubt her again. Which kind do you think you can be? Are you worthy of my trust?"
[Conquest progress: 90%]
The Intelligent Assistant System watched this series of maneuvers with a (꒪Д꒪) expression.
Its consciousness buzzed.
The Mother Tree of Desire's consciousness still stared fixedly at him. Outside, the combined assault of the three great hives had already left her riddled with wounds, her defenses nearly breached.
She actually knew Lynn was here to win her over.
He had deliberately chosen this moment to appear before her. He was a bastard who could turn scheming into an art form.
"How am I supposed to refuse? You just want to bang me!"
She fought back desperately.
She was reflected in Lynn's eyes as he held out his hand and said:
"But isn't banging you also a way