I Am No King's

Chapter 176 – Possibilities

~Written POV~

　

　

"Lucky?"

"The way to fight Lugalgin who uses anything as a weapon and protection is very suitable against many people. Suppose there were 50 men ganged up on Lugalgin, he could kill one or two, then use his body as a protector. He'll repeat it until the laugh's over."

I continued, "unfortunately, right now, he ordered for the entire Alhold family that was not killed to be secured by Agade. So, in other words, he wouldn't use their bodies as a protector."

"And" Ukin added. "If Lugalgin were to fight a single person with great controlling power, without his strategy, the chances of him being able to win were zero. I told you that between the three of us he was the weakest."

"Then, is there anyone with strong control who can defeat Lugalgin in the Alhold family?"

"There are three people" I answered Maila. "Enlil, Ninlil, and Barun."

"Additional conditions" Ukin continued. "It seems that many parts of houses, fences, or other objects in the Alhold family settlements are made of Aluminum. From general information, we know that the control of the Alhold family is aluminum. Even though Lugalgin has a weapon and a control bullet, I doubt that's enough for the entire Alhold settlement."

Yeah, correct. A layman would think Lugalgin was invincible with his control-busting bullets. However, unfortunately, the bullet would not be enough for all the aluminum in the Alhold family residence. Yeah, it won't be enough.

"And again, Mulisu, are you aware of it?"

"You mean how Lugalgin attacked without emitting any bloodthirsty aura or killing intent at all?"

Ukin nodded, "Yes right. In other words, he did not exert his entire ability. Is it true that I think there's someone he doesn't want to kill."

"Of course there is! His brother and father."

Ukin, as if he could guess my way of thinking, started talking to Maila.

"Maila, there is a saying, 'If you want to win without killing your opponent, you must be 3 times stronger than your opponent. If you want to win without putting heavy injuries on your opponent, you have to be 10 times stronger than your opponent,'."

Yes, I remember that expression. Lacuna made us spell out that phrase all right.

If examined in full, in the fight, if you want to kill your opponent you only need to be stronger a little. If you want to win without killing him, but still give a heavy wound like a broken bone, you are only 3 times stronger. If you want to win without a heavy injury to your opponent or not even injure him, you have to be 10 times stronger.

Right now, Lugalgin definitely did not want to inflict heavy injuries on his sister. Well, if to his father anyway maybe he doesn't matter as long as he doesn't die. However, if it were Ninlil, I'm sure Lugalgin wouldn't be willing to inflict heavy injuries. Simply put, Lugalgin is not strong enough to achieve that goal.

In fact, if properly brainwashed, Ninlil will fight Lugalgin. With aluminum spread out over several hundred meters, Lugalgin was actually on the aggrieved side. He would not be able to be serious because he could injure or even kill his sister. On the other hand, he allowed himself to be exposed to the risk of death.

"So, then, the 10 percent chance of Lugalgin winning is..."

I continued Maila's words. "If Lugalgin asks for help. However, unfortunately, if he asked for help, it was likely that his sister would be severely injured. I'm sure Lugalgin doesn't want it."

"At this moment" Ukin added. "Lugalgin had to choose between his life or his sister's condition."

Yes, Ukin's words are correct. Had we entered without permission and inflicted severe injuries on Ninlil, Lugalgin would have completely lost faith in everyone. However, if he continues this mission alone, his life will be lost.

Lugalgin, why are you confusing me?

On the other hand, I believe the Agade members and the schneider agents on guard were unaware of this. They too consider Lugalgin as a person who can do anything. Right now, I can only hope for Inanna and Emir. I hope they can convince Lugalgin to ask for help even if the price is that his sister is seriously injured.

All of a sudden, a transmission I really didn't want appeared.

[Gin, Ninlil and Om Barun have appeared!]

Damnit damnit! If Ninlil and Barun fight Lugalgin, the problem will get worse. If Lugalgin was willing to kill Barun, maybe he could defeat Ninlil without inflicting any heavy injuries. In other words, using Barun as a protector. However, unfortunately, Lugalgin declared this afternoon that he would not kill his father.

I drew a glance from the binoculars, looking towards Ukin. Currently, there was only one way to remove Lugalgin from this condition alive and without giving any severe injuries to his sister. Unfortunately, this will not be possible.

Ukin, aware of my gaze, started talking back.

"I know what you're thinking. You think the only way that Lugalgin can stay alive, this mission is successful, and his sister isn't seriously injured, is with me and you working together, right?"

"Eh?" Maila.

"Well, I don't deny it. If you and I work together, we can suppress little brother Lugalgin easily."

"Then, are you going to do it?" I asked a question back.

Ukin smiled, "Of course, no!"

Well, I guess. I mean, right now, our position is the enemy. Ukin had no reason to help Lugalgin. On the other hand, I would like to ask one thing to the woman beside Ukin.

"Maila, do you mind if I ask about your motives for helping Ukin and deceiving Illuvia?"

"I don't mind. If Lugalgin had sent me a message to question him, I would have replied."

"So, why?"

"If I'm to be honest, I want to release Lugalgin from all the burdens he carries."

"Eh?"

Maila started telling stories. During his three years at the same High School, Maila stated that he had never seen the real figure of Lugalgin. Everything Lugalgin does seems to always be calculated, well calculated. In fact, the emotions displayed by Lugalgin also seemed calculated.

Illuvia was blind to Lugalgin's love and Arde idolized Lugalgin too much. Only Maila was able to see how Lugalgin faked all the emotions and expressions he showed.

Lugalgin's condition has been getting worse since the news of the Cleinhad family massacre. From that moment on, Lugalgin seemed to be closing in. Maila was unable to see Lugalgin who kept shutting down and only showed a calculated expression. Therefore, he began to devise a plan to kill Lugalgin. At least, if killed, Lugalgin does not need to suffer anymore.

"Well, the original plan was like that. However, now, when I saw Lugalgin on the verge of death, I was not too sure."

Well, true. He had never seen anyone killed by his actions. So, I'm not surprised that now he's hesitating. On the other hand, I agree with his words. All of the expressions and emotions displayed by Lugalgin seemed to be well calculated. That was one reason why Ukin used to hate him so much.

"Oh, yeah, when did you guys meet?"

"Maybe two years ago" Ukin replied. "About a few months after the Cleinhad Family massacre. At that time, I almost died at work, stranded on the side of the road, and he helped me. From then on, I started working on the black market with him."

"Ah, seriously? Once cliche!" I responded with a high tone.

"Hahaha, I think so too," Ukin agreed. "By the way, how's your leg?"

"My feet are immobilized, so I use an exoskeleton like this." I touched the metal that was attached to my feet. "But thanks to that, my controlling power increased. Even my feet moved by the exoskeleton can react faster than ever."

"Together."

Ukin responded as if I would say thank you. Well, nevermind.

I put my eyes back on the binoculars.

"Lugalgin, please don't die."

Seriate

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