The Geolal Kingdom did not represent justice; instead, it symbolized extreme evil.
All of this had completely shattered Kleha's will.
But now!
Someone told her that she could fight for justice again.
It was like a lifeline, making Kleha's eyes glow again.
She said with some apprehension and anticipation: "Can someone like me truly do it?"
As long as she could atone for her sins and return to the correct path.
Even if it meant going through a mountain of swords and a sea of fire, she would steadfastly move forward.
"Of course you can."
Upon receiving the desired answer, Kleha's eyes regained their color.
She knelt on one knee without hesitation, bowing her head and saluting: "Please, allow someone like me to atone for my sins."
Linde nodded: "Alright, just become my Retainer."
Kleha was silent for a moment, then whispered: "May I ask, what does Retainer mean?"
"A Retainer means they are my family."
Linde explained: "More precisely, it means to Reincarnation into a demon and serve me for life."
"Lord Linde... you... you're not human?"
"When did I ever say I was human?"
Linde retorted: "Of course, I'm also not the monster the kingdom previously advertised."
"Instead, I am a demon from another world, a race capable of standing alongside gods."
Is that really how it is?
Kleha was somewhat skeptical.
After all, she had never heard of a race called demons.
Moreover... at this point, there was no other way.
She could only trust Lord Linde.
At this moment, she was like a drowning person, grasping at the last straw.
Not to mention.
No matter what race she became, her heart would not change.
"Alright, I am willing to become Lord Linde's Retainer."
Kleha's gaze became firm.
"Very good, a nice gaze."
Linde extended his finger, and golden blood seeped out.
Kleha blinked: "Lord Linde, what are you doing?"
"To make you my Retainer, a Reincarnation Ritual is required."
"And the ritual must use my blood to leave an imprint."
"I see."
Kleha's face showed understanding.
However... this ritual, it was truly unheard of.
She now somewhat believed Linde's words.
Kleha took a deep breath and said seriously: "Then, Lord Linde, what should I do next?"
"It's very simple."
"Mm-hmm."
Kleha's face showed anticipation.
She was quite curious about this Reincarnation Ritual.
"First, take off your outer clothing."
Kleha froze, thinking she had misheard.
"You didn't mishear. The place where the imprint needs to be left is covered by your outer clothing."
Hearing Linde's words, Kleha was silent for a moment, then reached out and took off her outer clothing.
Without restraint, her ample chest surged like waves.
Linde took a hard look, then dripped his blood onto her fair, jade-like skin.
"Ugh..."
Kleha's cheeks flushed, and her face felt hot.
Even as a Sword Saint.
This was the first time she had been touched by a man in such a way.
It was truly a bit too embarrassing.
However, the moment the heart-shaped pattern appeared, a different emotion filled her mind.
Her blood was boiling.
Every cell in her body was changing.
Besides that... *whoosh!*
Her muscles rippled.
Two slender wings unfurled from her back.
A tail with a small heart-shaped tip also emerged from her pleated skirt.
"..."
Looking at her wings and tail, a hint of bewilderment flashed in Kleha's eyes.
She... truly isn't human anymore.
Meanwhile.
Linde was already captivated by Kleha's status information.
[Kleha Glariette]
[Race: Demon]
[Master: Linde Lucifergus]
[Level: LV40]
[skill: Sword Saint]
[Sword Saint: A born swordsman, able to easily master any swordsmanship, with no bottlenecks in the comprehension of the sword path.]
Hmm, not bad.
Looking at the text information, Linde nodded in satisfaction.
It was another talent that allowed one to grow stronger effortlessly.
From now on.
His swordsmanship could also become more varied.
Moreover.
The two skills, [Slash] and [Sword Saint], should combine well.
After transcribing the status information, Linde handed it to Kleha.
"This is?"
Kleha was startled.
"This is your status."
Linde skillfully gave a simple explanation to her.
"I see."
Murmuring softly, Kleha began to examine it.
Soon, she had already seen her skill.
"Sword Saint, huh..."
Looking at the skill description, Kleha subconsciously touched her empty right hand, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.
Someone like her.
Could she still obtain the skill of a Sword Saint?
"Oh, I almost forgot."
Noticing Kleha's emotions, Linde immediately took out the tears of the phoenix and dripped them onto Kleha's body.
"???"
Kleha looked at Linde with some confusion.
"The tears of the phoenix can heal your severed arm."
Linde immediately explained the knowledge to her.
"Is that so?"
Kleha's eyes lit up, and she subconsciously looked over.
Under her gaze.
A faint light bloomed at the severed arm, the flesh at the original wound wriggled, her severed arm grew out of thin air, and finally, it was as good as new.
"My... my arm, it's really healed?"
Watching all this, Kleha shed tears of excitement.
"Master, you have given me a new chance at life again. From now on, I will be your sharpest sword, to repay your kindness."
Kleha knelt on one knee, and her address changed accordingly.
Looks like it went smoothly.
Linde's eyes were deep, and he raised his hand to give her a head pat, saying, "Very good, then I look forward to your performance."
"Mmm..."
Feeling the warmth on her head, Kleha's ears flushed slightly, but she still looked at Linde with firm eyes.
Now, she was her Master's Retainer.
And there was the kindness of restoring her severed arm.
So whether it was to repay his kindness or to keep her promise.
Her body and mind were destined to belong to this man.
Meanwhile.
The Star Spirit, who had been quietly watching all this, subconsciously clenched her pink fists and muttered:
"It seems that this Miss Sword Saint will be completely devoured by Master before long."
"Star Spirit, why do you seem a little strange?"
Norn said with a half-smile, "Or are you a little jealous?"
"You are all companions of the Retainers, this is not appropriate, you know."
"Ha, what nonsense are you talking about, how could I possibly..."
Mid-sentence, the Star Spirit froze in place.
Oh right, she seemed a little off.
Almost subconsciously, she looked at Linde's handsome face with some complexity.
Although, she wasn't sure if it was jealousy.
But!
She felt a little sour seeing a new Retainer join.
Damn it, this was too ridiculous.
Could watching a battle also lead to feelings?
In her mind, scenes from these past few days flashed by, and pink had already covered her skin.
"Never mind, you think about it yourself."
Norn patted her shoulder and smiled, "I should go do something important too."
Star Spirit: "???"
Something important? The royal city is already in hand, is there anything else?
Tap! Tap! Tap!
Norn took steps and came before Linde, her slender, fair hand wrapping around Linde's neck.
"What's wrong?"
"Master, you just promised me."
Norn looked at Linde with eyes like silk.
"A reward, you know."