Chapter 146
The conversation with Joo-Hyun made Gio reflect.
“I think... I was only thinking about what I wanted.”
Even if it looked like a win-win deal, people still had the freedom to not agree to that deal. Gio couldn’t just ignore the opinions of those who wouldn’t accept the idea of making him the Demon King.
“My desire to build my own battlefield is overwhelming... but that’s just selfishness. And if I sacrifice others for that selfishness, it’ll leave a bad taste. That’s not the kind of war I want.”
Most of all, Joo-Hyun had said this:
“My precious Demon King project is...”
“......”
“...something that hurts both others and me.”
Every word rang true.
“......”
“......”
In the quiet attic, Gio held Honey in his hand, enjoying the soft, squishy texture. It clung to his palm with a pleasing bounce—a true paradise for tactile sensation.