I'm Not the Hands of the Devil

Chapter 20: I Am Not the Feet of the Devil

The chosen past demon sword users were the strongest, most outstanding and practically flawless among the ten Great Radiant knights.

As the current user of the demonic sword, Joseph was once a dazzling entity like the sun. But like a diamond, she is fragile under her excessive toughness.

During the battle with Wilde, he lost his right arm, as well as the glowing aura around him.

Even if he continued to have supporters as he usually did, the Unshakable Holy Fire had shown an unforgettable flaw.

Countless doubts and criticisms came from unseen places. Even if no one dared to say it directly and many others thought Wilde was dead, Joseph's self-doubt began to take hold of him.

In the end, Joseph decided to retire. Taking a semi-retired role as head of the intelligence branch, Joseph became depressed, grumpy and careless.

Perhaps, his burning desire to capture Wilde was the result of his desire to prove himself once again.

He knew how certain people would look at him. The first one released himself before the demon sword damage took root and hence became the longest-living demon sword user.

“Maybe he was thinking of letting himself slump when the demon sword did not notice. This way, the demon sword will not be able to damage it!” someone said this at the time.

Joseph felt that he had truly fallen from grace and at that moment, he was eager to blow the man's head off with a punch.

Oh Holy Light above, forgive me.

He almost did and this was a blasphemous way of thinking!

But now, perhaps he was luckier than the other demon sword users because the moment the halo around him disappeared and the moment he floated aimlessly, it was just like that, it actually reduced the cracks in his spirit which resulted in the demon sword damage slowing down.

Therefore, in a sense, what this bookstore owner said was actually true. Moreover, Joseph was even luckier, as he might have just discovered.

When the bookstore owner said, “trust me”, Joseph had to admit that he must have been tempted.

Demon swords, Candela did not necessarily belong to the Secret Rite Tower but they used it despite being cursed for having great power. The Secret Rite Tower handled this demonic weapon by letting the strongest knights control it and use its power to fight other evil forces.

However, in truth, the Secret Rite Tower had a deep fear towards this sword as well. As generation after generation of Great Radiant Knights went mad and died, those old knights of the Senior Assembly already had the idea of sealing this sword for all eternity.

Not being able to find a new replacement was what Joseph had been worried about all along. The knight who was chosen to take his place had good ideals and principles but lacked sufficient strength.

“Are you sure? Does that trouble you? Handling it is not an easy task.” said Joseph softly. He felt a deep adoration for the determination of the bookstore owner.

Not only did the demonic sword give one strength, the curse of madness that followed it was terrifying. Even ferocious villains would definitely not take out demonic swords unless they ran out of sense.

However, the owner of this bookstore voluntarily offered to bear this burden!

This is an amazing self-sacrifice! Not only did he help Joseph temporarily ease the delusions and pain inflicted by the demonic sword, he even made a decision that he would not be able to avoid.

This is the abyss that lies ahead . Joseph mused to himself.

“How will that bother me? you seem to have already struggled to control it, so why not entrust it to me. ”

Lin Jie was already used to the slight concern of the customers. Indeed, dealing with emotional issues is not an easy task. Even a pure listener can find himself affected by negative currents.

But it's fine! Being a life mentor was his forte!

Smiling, Lin Jie said, “I've said a lot, the choice is yours. It's okay if you don't think it's necessary. Let me give you this book, as a gift. ”

Joseph could not help but look around. The gloom of the bookstore became simple and plain. The smile of the young bookstore owner before him was dazzling, as if it was shining.

Joseph did not believe that any human being could be this noble and selfless. Even the knights of the Secret Ritual Tower were only able to gradually build up their perfect character by following their beliefs and beliefs from a young age.

Only with longevity can one pursue a way of goodness that surpasses common sense.

Joseph was even more convinced by his conjecture now.

Joseph in the past may have thought of this person as a fraud, but he no longer thought that way.

One can never understand another. The only thing he could do was to hang on to himself.

Wilde survived and was helped by the bookstore owner. But that's okay, because he'll eventually be killed by Joseph!

This was Joseph's job and what he needed to do…

“No, I will not regret that I have chosen to be this kind of person. As for rest? It can wait until this world is peaceful, ”Joseph shook his head while showing a relieved smile. “I need to consider it. After all, you don't have to give me this book, but can you lend it to me for a few days? Mm ... make it seven days. I'll come back and see you after seven days.

Lin Jie was able to fully understand the complicated emotions in Joseph's heart. It seems like an excessive sense of justice has really caused this veteran pensioner to suffer greatly.

Surely he wanted to contribute more to the right effort, yet he also hated his body and psychological problems. Resolving these emotional issues will help him.

Plan succeeded! thought Lin Jie to herself with a slight smirk.

He is now 80% certain that Joseph will return after seven days. By expertly removing the list, Lin Jie said, “Sama is absolutely no problem, just fill in your data here and enter the deposit. In the future, you just need to write down your name and date. If you do not want to borrow any more, half of the deposit will be refunded. ”

Yusuf. He actually runs a bookstore…

But when he thought about it, this became a normal guise. So, nodding his head, Joseph picked up the pen and signed his name. He glanced at the line with “Frank Wilde” and saw that there was still a month's loan period.

“Completed,” Joseph said as he put down the pen and looked up.

Lin Jie picked up the list and made sure everything was in order. “Alright, see you in a week.”

Only

Joseph then took the Seed Of The Abyss and then gave the bookstore owner an official knight bow.

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Disbelief ran over Claude as he held the struggling black cat. “Did you say he fainted? How is it possible?”

“Gather labor to provide support..No, damn, we must not make rash decisions. Even the teacher can't handle it! Acting recklessly could result in disastrous consequences, ”murm Claude while pacing in place, the phone handle clenched tightly.

“What about the people sent to investigate the bookstore? How is the situation now?”

“Wait what? Teacher is back?”

Claude was stunned when Joseph's deep hoarse voice rang out from the phone's handle. “Claude, ask the investigation staff to clear 23rd Avenue and classify the bookstore as an S-Rank zone. Status: highly confidential.”