Chapter 442: 86th Floor, The World of Armaments (4)
[...Even so, the idea of becoming a sword doesn’t sound all that appealing.]
“Of course, certain sensations and experiences would change. After all, you wouldn’t be reborn as a human but as a sword. But your sense of self and free will wouldn’t disappear.”
[How can I trust that you won’t mess with me in the process?]
“I, Kosrun the Dwarf, swear upon my desire and everything I’ve built in my life: I will place no restrictions upon you.”
Kosrun immediately declared, “If I violate this oath, I’ll suffer eternal torment, achieving none of the things I desire.”
It was a declaration tied to his name and pride. With that, the possibility of Kosrun betraying him was eliminated.
[...Well, damn.]
There was nothing more to say. All the obstacles had been addressed, leaving only the ghost’s decision.
[This is giving me a headache.]
The ghost was torn.
He couldn’t make the decision easily.
[Give me some time.]