Chapter 462 All I Want Is You
"Ever since its founding, your kingdom has always been under the protection of the Divine Dragon, right?"
"That is indeed true."
Crusch said with mixed feelings. "Because of the covenant with the Divine Dragon, this kingdom has prospered."
"Whether it's plagues, famines, or wars, many disasters have been avoided thanks to the Dragon's protection."
"But because of this, the kingdom has become too fragile. Once something destabilizes the nation, it can only rely on the Dragon and cannot make any changes on its own."
Crusch looked at Ayato seriously. "So I want to change all this. I have been working hard towards this goal."
As a royal candidate, she had no interest in power.
The reason she had chosen to participate in the royal election...
Was simply a sense of responsibility to make this kingdom better.
"Don't worry, I will grant your wish."
Ayato said calmly. "The first method is very simple. I just need to kill the Divine Dragon."
The Divine Dragon of this world...
Was at most on the same level as Reinhard.
Killing it would definitely not take much effort.
The only issue was that finding it would probably take some effort.
K-kill the Divine Dragon?
Wasn't this method a bit too crude?
Crusch's mouth twitched as she looked into Ayato's eyes.
It seemed... he wasn't joking at all.
But that was the Divine Dragon, one of the greatest existences in this world. Could it really be killed?
But!
Devils were also legendary beings.
It didn't seem impossible.
"This method is a bit extreme."
Crusch said helplessly. "Although I want to break the covenant, the Divine Dragon hasn't done anything wrong."
"I just provided a solution."
Ayato said casually. "You're the one who makes the final decision. It has nothing to do with me."
How could it have nothing to do with you?
He was shifting the blame far too quickly.
At least he still let her choose. Otherwise...
Thinking of this...
She inexplicably felt some goodwill.
At least this Devil didn't just grant wishes without regard for the consequences.
That was another difference from the legends.
"So, do you want to choose this option?"
"Mr. Devil, could I hear the second option?"
"Of course."
Ayato smiled slightly. "This one is a bit more troublesome, but it can also achieve the goal."
"That is to completely take control of this kingdom, and then gradually change the nation."
"That's what I was thinking too."
Crusch said thoughtfully. "So, you want to help me become king, is that right?"
She looked up seriously. "But Mr. Devil, how do you plan to do that?"
"I only want a fair competition. Please do not kill the other four royal candidates."
Given this Mr. Devil's way of doing things, she had to make this clear beforehand.
Otherwise, she wouldn't be surprised even if rivers of blood flowed.
"So I hope, Mr. Devil, you can provide a truly feasible plan."
"Otherwise, even if it means death, I will not make a wish to you."
At this moment, she had already made a death-defying resolve.
Summoning the Devil was her own doing.
But if it implicated others, she would have to take responsibility.
"What are you talking about?"
Ayato looked at her playfully. "The situation you're describing doesn't exist. After all, why would I kill my own people?"
"Hmm?"
Crusch was stunned.
What did that mean?
"Besides you, the other four royal candidates are all my servants."
"Ha?"
Crusch's brain completely short-circuited.
This answer was far too explosive.
"So, the mere position of king is already within easy reach."
Hearing this, Crusch fell into thought.
So that was the case?
If so, it did seem true.
She took a deep breath and spoke. "Then, Mr. Devil, I choose the second option."
"Please grant my wish."
In order to put the kingdom on a different path, even if it meant trading with a Devil, she was willing.
"Then let's discuss the price."
"Whatever it is, I can accept it."
Crusch nodded and smiled. "But my only condition is, even if it costs my life, I must see the day my wish is fulfilled."
She was someone who acted with vigor and determination.
From the moment she made her choice, she had already made her resolve.
Even if the person before her was a Devil...
She would still fulfill her promise.
"That's quite an admirable choice."
Ayato looked at her deeply. "But don't worry. All I've ever wanted is just you."