Although he inwardly recoiled at the thought of wearing Bernard's mask, Kallen had no better option for the time being.
Break through the window and flee?
Kallen was not in very good shape. Punishing Bernard and dealing with the aftermath had consumed a great deal of his strength. Although successfully merging with the Eyes of the Dark Moon had doubled the size of his reservoir, the problem was that he now needed plenty of rest to replenish his energy.
Moreover, the incident with Duolons had mobilized forces throughout Dark Moon Island. Although they had now returned to their respective bases, they were like people who had just finished warming up. If he ran and Taufman pursued him with his men, other factions could easily join the chase.
What the captain had done earlier-causing trouble at the Palace of Remembrance before seizing the opportunity to awaken Duolons-had caught multiple factions off guard. It would not work twice.
Fine.
If I refuse to use this mask because I hate Bernard, putting myself in greater danger, wouldn't that let Bernard laugh himself to death all over again?
I can't stop eating for fear of choking.
Yes.
Even after your death, I'm still using your face and your identity. That's another punishment for you.
Right.
That's exactly what it is.
When you needed one, you could always find a suitable reason to make peace with yourself.
Kallen touched the Ring and put on Bernard's mask.
He was not remotely worried about being unable to play "Bernard" convincingly.
First, he had extensive experience wearing masks and playing roles.
Second, although this mask had not been made from Bernard's facial skin, its effect could only be better than one that had, because it bore an exceptionally clear imprint of Bernard's appearance, including every detail from head