Ultimate Gacha System: Reborn Into A Crazy Fantasy

Chapter 70: Through Melkern, The Playground (1)



James Aurspec who had recovered from his injuries entered the chamber.

"So...what did he say? He rejected, right?"

Melkern's head shook while his eyes gazing at the setting sun narrowed, "At first, it seemed like he did all that out of the heat, very convincing as well since he looks young."

"But I feel like his moves are calculated. The public is siding with him because although he killed two hundred thousand people, he also handed over two hundred thousand people to us."

"Whether the tens of million people in the city know all criminals or not, now they know thanks to us holding them."

James nodded, "A couple of groups are rallying against Aleron, saying that he took the law in his hands and god under his feet by doing this, but compared to them, the amount of people rallying and cheering for the Punisher and the justice he served is significantly more."

Melkern nodded, "After saving the entire city from the demon, and making it safe such that no one was harmed, he pulled a big stunt like this."

"People supporting the Punisher is normal," Melkern weakly smiled, "Especially when the relatives of victims and tales of victims buried in this city are strong weapons that moved the public after he enacted his justice."

"Anyway," Melkern turned around and looked at James, "The Playground has been given the role of acting as Mr. Aleron's handler."

"So he agreed..." James' eyes widened before he wryly smiled, "Well, he may get enemies, but I doubt he needs to worry about that given his power."

"We'll hear more about him even after he leaves," Melkern looked at the screen on the table displaying Aleron and others after they defeated the demon.

Melkern's eyes glinted, "He appears to be a force that would create a tidal wave of his own to shake this world."

"When that happens, it's important for people to know which wave they want to ride."

"You mean..." James's expression appeared surprised, but he was not surprised much. "I agree with you, clan head."

James' expression turned firm, "Such a powerful demon appeared here while heroes all over are also getting stronger. The war might be sooner than we expected."

"The Goddess Prophesy didn't indicate an exact time, after all," Melkern nodded before he asked, "How is our Hero doing?"

James smiled and said, "I was about to call the party, but they beat me to it with good news. Our Hero has broken through to Exceed-rank. She will conquer the Goliath Labyrinth soon."

"I wonder how Lightdusk Academy and Goddess Church will react to our city's incident?" Melkern sighed. "Things are going to change fast, James. We must be prepared."

"Yes, clan head," James affirmed loudly with resolve.

"Go to the Playground and accompany Mr. Aleron. You know what to do," Melkern ordered with sharp eyes. "Convey our clan's intention in a crystal clear manner."

"Understood!" James strongly affirmed before vanishing from the room with a flicker of lightning sparks under his feet.

After a few seconds, another knock came as Melkern called someone from the other part of the palace using his soul sense.

"Enter."

Lake Aurspec entered and bowed.

"Arrest the groups who are rallying against Mr. Aleron, but don't bring them to the station." Lake stayed silent as Melkern continued, "Keep them there and arrange a mirage crystal. Those people should be relatives of people in our prison or those executed by Mr. Aleron." "Your job is to arrange media and show the content of the crimes committed by relatives of those rallying groups. Gather people from the clan for this and do it fast."

Lake frowned, "Must we be this through?"

"Why do you think Mr. Aleron created those memory runes? We have clear content that can be copied and spread, so remove the delusions of those people who think their loved ones were pure and good."

After all, the number of people caught was shocking compared to the criminals recorded and the evil big shots of the city since many people who spread suffering to others were often not even found.

Child abusers, plotting to kill others for various reasons, mentally tormenting others to their death, and such.

However, Aleron could directly judge someone with a blink by using his innate talent, and having acquired soul force, he could also read memories without resistance from people weaker than him.

Many people who were supposedly good turned out evil, but their loved ones had no way of confirming it.

The only method was memory runes.

"After quelling those groups, actively call the relatives of people in our prison and show them the memories from mirage crystals," Melkern added, "I've already put up a team to record the content of memory runes into mirage crystals."

Lake was silent for a second before nodded, "Understood. I will finish this task at the fastest, clan head."

"Take your time, but be thorough," Melkern turned around as he looked outside the window and gazed at the colorful city, "Once this is over, we will have a complete grasp over the city and it should progress without blemish from now on."

"It is time to develop this city with an iron fist and get ready for the incoming waves."

...

There were many tall and big buildings in this vast city, but one stood out among the rest.

It was a huge circular building akin to an arena stadium capable of holding 100,000 people in the audience seats!

It was also broadcast in various parts of the city and was one of the main entertainment for the native public, while also attracting players and audiences from other parts of the

continent.

At the moment, a fat yet jolly guy with a ponytail on his bald head floated on a magic carpet while floating around in the arena, his voice echoing far and wide.

"Ladies and gentlemen. Stop whatever you are doing and listen with rapt ears for your favorite entertainment avenue has important yet exciting news to share."

"For starters, let me assure you of something. We had a bit of trouble a while ago, but Playground will open and start as scheduled!"

The stadium was mostly empty at the moment, except for the 1000 VIP seats in the top levels of the arena, which were basically luxurious private cabins with enough space and comfort.

Many of the VIP seats were filled since the majority of them were from other parts of the continent and came here for the playground.

Alas, many of those people were punished by Aleron as their dark deeds were visible as bright marks above their heads on Aleron's city map.

Since the Playground's broadcast started, most people in the city started watching it through various media, from devices like smartphones, TV, and radio, and such.

"What's happening?"

"It must be about the crazy things that happened in our city."

As more and more city people heard the broadcast, a collective change of flow and vibe

occurred in the city.

The broadcaster's voice echoed soon and the city people turned down their voice a notch

lower.

"The news is about someone who already has many names on your tongue. Some call him Punisher, some Executioner, some the Hero, and some Devil."

"I'm sure many of you are curious to see his clear face, to know his name, and to hear his

voice."

"Haha, many of you must be scared as well. I ain't joking when I say I'd piss my pants. God forbid I harass my wife from now on."

"Shit...I-I mean, I also didn't harass her in the past. Lord Punisher, please spare me."

People burst out laughing.

"This guy is funny," Aleron laughed out loud as the group was also watching the broadcast on

big screens in the sky and on people's stores and shops while walking on the footpath towards

the Playground.

"He is intelligent and shrewd," Yueha snickered. "Knowing full that he is safe despite making

a joke about you."

"I would like him as my subordinate, haha. I would need people of various talents given the path I've chosen to walk," Aleron grinned.

Yueha, Mei, Hua, and Fang smiled. They already got to know about the Cosmic Ascension

Competition and the requirements.

"What path?" Rias curiously asked.

Roxen's ears also perked up.

"That's a secret for now," Aleron chuckled. 'Welp, sorry, Rias. I can't tell you since you are a

native and a follower of the Goddess church.'

'Boss, what are you going to do about the Goddess Church? Destroy it and make your church

or...?' Hua asked, and his tone was also pretty honest as he really thought that was a sound

idea.

'Naw, Hua,' Aleron wryly smiled, 'To truly disband this fake faith, we will need clear proof against this Elysia Gothwing.'

'That sounds like a task,' Mei commented plainly. 'Task for me.'

'Yep! Mei is best for it, but we'll need more information about her and her location as well. Hopefully, we can find it in the Central Lightdusk Region.'

'I feel like we'll have much fun there,' Aleron grinned. Central Lightdusk Region-the central and strongest force of the continent with two major organizations residing in it, Lightdusk Academy and Goddess Elysia Church headquarters.