Chapter 518

The Twenty-Ninth Mr. Wangjian, Not Ready to Be Rehabilitated

Now was supposed to be Ash’s time to clarify things for them, but the more he explained, the more confused they became.

But this wasn’t because their understanding was flawed, nor was it entirely Ash’s fault for making things too complicated… well, maybe there was a bit of that, but the main issue was that no one could easily accept such matters.

“But you have done such outrageous things to us for the sake of this choice!”

Finally, someone took action! As a straightforward and passionate fighter, even though Azami didn’t fully understand the philosophical aspect of the argument, she charged over with anger, grabbing the man by his collar.

“Still talking about using darkness to dominate the world! Why must you resort to such extreme measures?! If the sun’s light and warmth were lost, it would hurt everyone in the world!”

“That is my resolve!”

Even if this leads to such results, I will still save the world!

Without backing down, Ash sat up from his reclined position on the ground with his Holy Sword, his face becoming increasingly serious as he silenced them.

“Didn’t you come with this same resolve, mastering your fate even when facing a bad end, just to defeat me?!”

Ash’s disdainful gaze swept over the few whose powers he had sealed, sending chills down their spines.

“That’s why I say those without resolve shouldn’t fight at all!”

Having unleashed his anger, Ash sighed deeply.

“However, that’s no longer possible now.”

“Mr. Wangjian, what you say can’t be right!” As her light scattered, Miyuki Hoshizora returned to her original form and stood beside the man.

“I believe that with friends, and together, we can change any future!”

“We will change the ending in a different way to prove it to you!”

Though it sounds like empty words… I’ll work hard for them to come true!

Impulsively saying something significant, despite expecting to be mocked, Ash nodded instead.

“Isn’t your every action already proving me wrong? You see hope beyond your resolution… heh.”

The rest, you write it yourselves; this story was yours to begin with.

“Some might sacrifice, but keep this resolve… change this world’s ending for me. One day, with your companions—”

“No!”

The resolute voice of a girl interrupted Ash’s heartfelt last words.

“Mr. Wangjian, believe too! If you believe in your friends, us, then there’s no need for such self-destructive decisions!”

“You can find another path!”

If that’s so, then fine! Settled!

“You said you did these things seeing a tragic ending, so you must love this world and its people enough to want to dominate it.”

“I think you’re doing the right thing, even if we don’t understand it yet.”

Hearing her naive statement, Ash laughed, shaking his head: “Is this really the time? Didn’t you outright deny me?”

“I did deny your methods, and I reject your reasons—I couldn’t support them because I do not want to hurt the ones who are most precious to me!”

For me, the most important… are my parents’ smiles, precious friends, classmates, the Pretty Cures, Sugar, Poppu—the desire to be with everyone always!

Lastly, that unexpectedly visiting older brother at an enigmatic library, who smiled outwardly but not within.

And even… you! Only when everyone genuinely smiles from their hearts is it truly a happy end!

I don’t know the price it takes to reach this level, and I don’t claim to be able to handle it all, but I’ll try—my utmost effort!

“I believe that being with everyone makes for a true Ultrahappy!”

Therefore!

With everyone, including Ash, looking stunned, Miyuki, confident and with a sweet smile, extended her hand to Ash.

“If Mr. Wangjian still despises tragic endings, can you trust us and join us in changing it?”

“Miyuki, you wouldn’t be wanting—!” Azami’s mouth dropped open; she couldn’t believe what Miyuki intended to do. Could it be suggesting bringing this person into our circle of friends?

While understanding her intentions are good… this is clearly a major bad guy who did terrible things to us! How could he be forgiven so easily? How could… how can we be his friends?

“Miyuki, reconsider—” Not only Azami but the others also eyed her with distrust. When plain-speaking Azami tried to stop her, she felt a hand on her shoulder.

She turned, seeing Rihua’s face, and shook her head; Blue-haired Rihua understood Miyuki’s intentions seriously. These seemingly idiotic requests were actually decided upon after deep contemplation!

Regardless of our reservations, this is Miyuki’s determined effort. As friends, we should respect her decision.

Everyone’s focus rested on silent and unseen Ash, awaiting his response.

As for Ash, his answer was obviously—

“I refuse.”

“Eh—?” Miyuki elongated the sound, her glistening pink eyes full of confusion, unable to fathom the rejection.

If you wanted to change the ending too, joining us would have been better!

“I have no interest in trivial fantasies; I’m not interested.”

“You—!” At first doubtful of Miyuki’s conviction, Azami stood by her side in anger this time. “Miyuki was so earnest, forgetting past grievances, yet you ignore her dedication?!”

“Only her own thoughts.” The man spoke as if discussing someone else. “I acknowledge your power’s potential, but that doesn’t mean I endorse you, and pretty words aren’t moving me!”

Seeing the girls’ anger fueled by his words, Ash smirked.

Regarding Ash’s real thoughts… kidding, with our conflict since the start, me apologizing would be like asking me to fight Betelgeuse. No chance of reconciling.

Considering this, Ash firmly dismissed their concern. Their future was up to them, whether good or bad… Now that even our secret base is destroyed, I doubt I have anywhere to go.

Now that the battle’s over, and my spirits are low, I’m quite indifferent.