108 - The Freed S*aves Became Obsessed

**Chapter 108: The Obsession of Freed Slaves** A single beam of sunlight pierced through the gloomy city. Holes spread across the ceiling as tattered storm clouds were unable to hold their shape and faded away. The darkness scattered. A true sun, not the artificial one conjured by Rin's magic, rose over Bestia. Underneath the warm light of the sun, the city appeared peaceful. Only the remnants of whatever had emerged previously lay on the ground, as if nothing had occurred. There was no trace of the demons anywhere. The minor demons had burned away without a trace under the sun, and the higher-ranked demons, flailing in illusions, were mercilessly slaughtered. Only a few of the major demons on the level of leaders managed to escape with their lives through the ghost gates. The demon king, Gumiho, who once reigned above all the demons, understood what it truly meant to challenge the heavens. The difference was stark. The dimension was beyond reach. The overwhelming and untouchable strength. Even for a major demon, confronting the Gumiho, who played with fate like a toy, was beyond their capabilities. Only Rin stood tall under the sky. "It's all over." Karami thought as he gazed at the now clear skies. The demon night march had passed. No one suffered by the Gumiho's hand. Being with Rin would no longer twist fate or bring misfortune. Rin had conquered the night march, and thus, acquired the strength to overcome any ill fate. This also signified that the conditions for Rin's complete liberation were met. In Rin's story, the sky wasn't a tangible enemy, but an abstract being. One could interpret it as a god, but in this instance, it was fate. Fate is a vast net woven with invisible threads. No matter how you try to escape, the threads catch at your fingertips, and with time, ensnare you, leaving you unable to break free. It is then that one resigns, accepting this as fate. Misfortune, too, is an act of nature. Just as a spark caught in the wind can spread into a massive blaze, misfortune can arrive without warning and consume everything. In the face of a natural disaster, any human effort amounts to nothing more than a ripple in the vast ocean. The disaster-bringer, Foxfire. The misfortune-bringer, Red Tiger. The fate-twisting, Gumiho. Rin, who embraced all the world's misfortunes and evils, did not give up and continued to overcome — a defining condition for her liberation. The growing tails can be seen as evidence of her will taking form. "Let's see... just a little more to wrap it up?" There was no immediate issue even if Rin were to be liberated right then. Yet, as her master, there was one more thing Karami wanted to do for her. *** The day after the demon night march ended. The demons vanished, but the chaos in the city persisted. On the bulletin boards throughout the city, posters stamped with the royal seal of a lion were posted. Poppy, notable for her white hair and twin pink ponytails, roamed around distributing newspapers. The headlines of the newspapers and bulletin boards were undeniable: - Hero of the Nation: The Gumiho Who Saved Bestia from Demons - "What? Gumiho saved Bestia? What does this mean?" "Isn't this fabricated?" "But even Princess Hilde and the Yuhwa of Celestial Loft are supposedly backing this." Indeed, that Hilde. The rebellious princess now sided with the Gumiho. There was bewilderment as Hilde— who had previously mobilized troops against the Gumiho—made a complete turnaround. The impact was even greater as Hilde was regarded as the next in line to the crown, representing the ailing Lion King. Moreover, Celestial Loft, the largest trading company in Bestia, also supported her. A group known for pursuing profit without regard for morals or compassion sided with the Gumiho. The citizens were stunned. All of this was part of Karami's meticulous design. Of course, he hadn't told any lies. It was true that Rin had saved Bestia. It happened because Rin was there. However, having famous figures back her was still insufficient. Public opinion was the most critical factor in shifting the atmosphere. Among the crowd, cat people began to weave their tales. "Actually, I saw the Gumiho fighting yesterday. She pinned a goblin the size of a house down with a lance of fire," one said with a marked awe. "I was attacked by spirits at home, but then a sudden flash of light melted them away! I wondered why that happened, and turns out it was thanks to the Gumiho!" another added. Given that the battle during the demon night march unfolded across the entire city, there were countless eyewitness accounts. People entertained the idea that the Gumiho fought for them. Gumiho was infamous, so belief didn't come easily, but planting the thought of "could it be?" in their minds was sufficient. With no more misfortunes looming, as time matured, the people would begin to see Rin in a different light. From atop the Celestial Loft, Karami looked down at the unique street atmosphere with a satisfied smile. “How about that? Isn’t this enough to walk proudly down the street?” “No matter what anyone says to Rin, Rin always triumphs now, doesn’t she?” "Let's learn to solve things not with strength, but with wits and words, like a true fox should." Upon saying this, a thought sprang into Karami's mind. "Solving with wits and words... In that way, a fox and a slave merchant might be more alike than we thought." “Hm…” Though it was a minor point, being likened to her master endeared Karami to Rin nonetheless. "I'm perpetually astonished. To think you would indeed rescue the Gumiho from misfortune." Yuhwa, perched at the round table, glanced at the two with a wry smile. She recalled vividly the ambition Karami expressed when he visited her that day. The intensity of his gaze came rushing back to her. "Instead of adhering to the unseen will of the heavens, isn't it a hundred times wiser to care for the pitiful child right before us?" "In the end, countless innocents will suffer. Are you unconcerned about the harm they might incur?" "We should nurture her well enough to prevent that. After all, with experience, I learned you can cultivate a world where no one gets hurt." What she thought were the reckless boasts of a youthful man turned out to be promises he ultimately kept. Despite his claims of creating a world where no one gets hurt, he doesn’t shy away from setting himself ablaze. “How reckless and foolish.” “I totally agree with you.” “But that may be why he can defy the will of heaven.” “……” Heukbi, who was sitting with Yuhwa, brushed the teacup with her hand. Both Yuhwa and Heukbi had predicted Karami’s demise or downfall. A mere being cannot resist the decree of heaven, the command of the skies, fate, or life itself. Yet, the most fragile of beings overcame it with his own will. How could one not be astonished? Moreover, despite having the world-controlling Gumiho as his slave, he did not exploit her for personal gain. ‘What if the Gumiho had fallen into someone else’s hands…’ No, it was a meaningless assumption. If it had been anyone other than Karami, the Gumiho would never have escaped her fate. Was this all fate? Or a result of human choice? Even after pondering repeatedly, Heukbi couldn’t provide a definitive answer. “Whatever it is, isn’t it a sight to behold?” “Well…” “Though she may have a playful nature like the Gumiho, she isn’t inherently bad. I think if you talk to Rin, you could become friends.” “I will consider it.” It was during this conversation between Yuhwa and Heukbi that Karami and Rin approached them. “Do you have something you want to say?” “I came to express my gratitude for everything.” “Did I do anything? It was all your work. Seems like you’re planning to leave Bestia.” “We’ve accomplished what we came for.” There was no longer any reason to stay in Bestia. The mention of leaving piqued Rin’s interest too. “Master, where are we going?” “No, Rin. Only I’m leaving.” “Huh?” Rin tilted her head at the incomprehensible words. Karami gently clapped his hands with a soft smile. Clap. The shackle that bound Rin’s soul was released with the sound. “You’ve worked hard until now.” [Fox of Misfortune Liberation Completed] *** Right after the demon night march ended, Rin felt a sense of freedom that others couldn’t comprehend. The feeling that the fate that always tried to make her unhappy had been severed. It was as if the sticky webs that bound her were falling away, bringing comfort. No longer would she endanger her master. She could now confidently stand by Karami’s side. How guilty she had felt all this time. Whenever something bad happened to Karami, she felt like a criminal unable to lift her head. But not anymore. It was supposed to be the end of hardships and the start of happiness. “Uh? Uh?” Reflexively, Rin checked her own body. The shackle… the shackle was broken. The bond, even death couldn’t sever, between her and Karami was gone. “Master? What did you just do…?” “Do you remember what I always said? Being a slave isn’t good. It’s time to give Rin her freedom.” “What do you mean, master? Did Rin do something wrong again?” Karami’s farewell bombshell of leaving her, her chains of subjugation undone. Yet he cheerfully smiled despite dropping such a thunderous declaration. “Haha, no, it’s not that. Didn’t I tell you I’d liberate Rin from misfortune? So I must also release her from being a slave. I’m giving Rin true freedom.” “Ri—Rin is okay with it? Rin likes being Master’s slave?” “Oh, my! Don’t say something like that. You shouldn’t say such things, Rin. You don’t need to call me Master anymore. We’re equals now, so you can call me Karami.” No longer Master, but Karami. The changed title felt awkward to Rin. An unseen barrier seemed to rise between her and Karami. “Ah~ Freedom! Liberation! What a beautiful resonance.” Karami, oblivious to Rin’s feelings, was immersed in joy. Though Rin’s liberation was necessary, even by the mindset of a modern Earthling, Karami believed he was doing the right thing. Is the liberation of beastman slaves equivalent to abandoning them? Do they have pet-like characteristics? That depends. Look at Hilde, who demands to be freed without hesitation. Rin became a slave from a young age, barely able to speak, and became accustomed to slavery, lacking the discernment to judge right from wrong. Of course, teaching the merits of freedom wasn’t Karami’s role. He was a slave merchant. He only taught slaves. To save another pitiful slave, he had to leave. Yuhwa, someone kind and understanding, will show Rin how wonderful freedom is. Surely Rin will realize. “From now on, you don’t need approval from people like me. Eat what you want, do what you wish. Rin is free!” Mikael 2024.11.07 08:39 신고 Finally.....!!! 0 Sahariel 2024.11.07 09:07 신고 Finally, it's over you furries! 0 Ihkyungeong 2024.11.07 09:56 신고 Just as even the best food gets tiring if eaten every day, the Rin arc was good, but I'm more excited for the next character. 0 ShineRavi 2024.11.07 10:35 신고 Finally, finally, finally, finally 0 Desk10 2024.11.08 00:54 신고 let's gooooooo 0 382716830 2024.11.08 23:41 신고 But will Rin really just leave it at that?? I feel like she's going to do something. 0 Simeseaba 2024.11.10 01:32 신고 This is it, heck yea! 0 aoxi 2024.11.10 13:46 신고 Dobby is free! 0 aoxi 2024.11.10 13:47 신고 What? I can't use capital letters in English? 0 LoLiGunchinyeodongsangsTtaemokneunGeonjagaAh… 2024.11.23 14:36 신고 Are they trying to prevent sending links? 1 Irum 2024.11.10 14:52 신고 Now that I think about it, isn't abandoning beastman slaves considered worse than a crime? 0 Millargo 2024.12.23 16:39 신고 Freedom over the furries. 0 YellowLemon 2024.12.26 17:30 신고 Finally...! Getting past the infernal furries arc...! This feels great.! 0 AdiSye 2024.12.28 20:34 신고 Dobby is free! 0 GewaGoyangyi 2025.01.05 22:48 신고 What if the protagonist gets locked up when she lets him do anything? 0 Only logged-in members can post comments. 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