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"Kurumi, what information do you have?"
The person who arrived was none other than Kurumi Tokisaki, although her name also appeared on the [Dimensional Ranking].
If Kanzaki Teru remembers correctly, she was ranked thirty-second.
This ranking isn't high, but it's definitely not low either.
So maybe she knows some information that I don't, after all, information is the key to everything.
"Who knows? But I did see the moment Asagi was taken away."
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Hearing her say that, Kanzaki Teru didn't find anything strange.
After all, her ability is to use herself at different times, which is almost equivalent to having an endless life.
Therefore, one can also spread countless clones of oneself all over the world to collect intelligence.
However, Kurumi's relentless and endless lifespan is only "almost" so, since each use of her ability consumes time.
Death takes even more time, so if you don't listen to her, you still have a chance to kill her completely.
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However, this only exists in theory, since it is not Kurumi's only ability.
Furthermore, she can gain time from other people by eliminating them, making it difficult to exhaust her time.
Kurumi's greatest strength doesn't stop there; the existence of her Spirit Dress Zafkiel is even more outrageous.
By consuming time, one can unleash skills that exceed time limits, and even travel through time and space.
It would be a tragedy to be an enemy of someone with such abilities, but fortunately, Kurumi doesn't seem to have any plans to be my enemy for the time being.
"what happened?"
"Hehehehe, do you want to know?"
Seeing that Kanzaki Teru had become interested, Kurumi deliberately kept everyone in suspense.
"what do you want?"
After all, this is the simplest and easiest to understand, and trading is the most reassuring thing.
This reminded Kanzaki Teru of a saying.
Humans are the only animals that trade, because no dog would trade bones—
Adam Smith, who made such a claim in "The Wealth of Nations," was practically a devilish genius.
Chapter 216: The Reasons for the Alliance
Hmm—what should I choose?
With a slightly affected gesture, Kurumi Tokisaki stretched on the sofa.
It perfectly showcased her graceful figure; anyone who saw this scene would probably have impure thoughts.
"How about we form an alliance?"
Kanzaki Teru was taken aback when he heard Kurumi say that.
After all, forming an alliance under such circumstances wouldn't actually be of much benefit to Kurumi.
The prerequisite for forming an alliance is that both parties need each other and neither party can pose a threat to the other.
Only based on these two points will people propose an alliance.
Although the second point of "770" is now met, the first point is not met at all.
After all, Kanzaki Teru, who is currently in first place, is no exaggeration to say that he is the target of everyone's criticism, especially given the lack of information.
There are almost no benefits to Kurumi forming an alliance with herself; in fact, she might even attract the attention of others who are eyeing her.
"Don't overthink it. After all, not everything in the world is reasonable."
Hearing her say that, Kanzaki Teru felt it was even more impossible.
"Our relationship isn't that good, is it?"
The reason they are able to talk like this now is because the two had been in contact before and also had a business relationship.
But that was all; Kanzaki Teru didn't remember what he had done to warrant such help from her.
"Can't you just pretend I like you?"
A blush crept onto her face, as if she were somewhat shy.
However, this only makes it more suspicious.
"If you want me to believe you, then stop with such terrible acting."
Kanzaki Teru had no intention of continuing to joke around with her, given the current situation.
They were at a significant disadvantage and wanted to turn the tide.
It's incredibly difficult; you can't think like someone's watching you.
The method involves assuming that everyone on the list attacks you, yet you can still escape unscathed.
Although Kanzaki Teru believed that few could defeat him in a one-on-one fight, he was certain that he would not emerge unscathed if these people attacked him together.
Even the probability of survival is likely to be extremely low, since almost everyone on the [Dimensional Ranking] possesses extremely abnormal abilities.
Just thinking about this made Kanzaki Teru's head ache.
However, the most important thing right now is to deal with the people in front of us first, since things have come to this point.
Despite having communicated with her countless times, I still couldn't figure out what her true purpose was.
"That's so unfair! Aren't you happy to be confessed to by such a cute girl like me?"
"If it's genuine, I'd certainly welcome it, but I haven't sensed any shyness from you at all."
"That's very perceptive, but I don't dislike it."
Kurumi's expression was as if she had received a new toy, and that feeling of joy made Kanzaki Teru somewhat displeased.
"What exactly do you want to do?"
Now, Kanzaki Teru no longer plays games with her and gets straight to the point.
If she wanted to gloss over the issue, Kanzaki Teru had a backup plan.
However, perhaps because she'd had enough fun, Kurumi finally answered Kanzaki Hikaru's question directly this time...
"To be frank, I have no interest in the so-called first place or in fulfilling any wishes."
After all, you know me well. Of course, if you want to know me a little more, I have no objection.
But as if unable to contain himself, he veered off-topic halfway through his speech.
Kanzaki Teru didn't respond, but just looked at her silently.
"Tsk, how boring, just kidding."
Seeing Kanzaki Hikaru's reaction, Kurumi seemed to have lost interest as well, and waved her hand dismissively.
"Although that's what it said on that dubious list, I didn't believe it."
But many people will probably take it seriously, since the temptation of any wish is just too great.
Even if it's fake, many people will still try it.
This is almost the same idea as Kanzaki Hikaru's, but since Kurumi is able to analyze the situation so rationally.
Then the idea of forming an alliance with oneself seems even stranger.
"I simply chose the side with the higher probability of winning."
Seeing Kanzaki Hikaru's expression, as if she had guessed what he was thinking, Kurumi continued.
However, perhaps because she had been talking for too long and her mouth was dry, she stood up from the sofa.
He walked to the table where Kanzaki Teru had punched a big hole earlier, picked up a cup from the table, and poured himself a glass of water.
"Do you want it?"
Although she didn't say it aloud, that's the meaning behind her look.
Kanzaki Teru waved his hand, indicating that he didn't need it, since there might be something in the water.
When you're chatting with someone, that's when they're most relaxed and at ease.
Chapter 217: Armed Mode
This is the best time to strike. Although I don't think Kurumi would do such a thing, it's always good to be cautious.
"Then it's even stranger that you chose to ally with me, since I'm now the target of everyone's criticism, as you know."
Besides, I don't even have a complete grasp of the current situation. What benefit would you gain from allying with me under such circumstances?
Faced with Kanzaki Hikaru's questioning, Kurumi calmly drank the water in her cup in one gulp.
Then he let out a pleasant sound, as if what he had just drunk was some kind of nectar.
"That's why I'm here to ally with you. I know your abilities better than anyone else."
Moreover, even though I am ranked thirty-second, I am still likely to be targeted by others.
So finding a capable bodyguard shouldn't be a problem, right?
"So this is ah."
It seems like Kurumi didn't explain anything, but in reality, she has already explained everything about 23.
"Indeed, this is the way that suits the two of us best."
"However, I do hope that our relationship can get even better."
Looking at Kurumi's expression, Kanzaki Teru couldn't tell whether what she said was true or false this time either.
But for the two of them now, that's enough.
They share common interests and both sides need each other.
It's not based on emotion, but solely on a relationship of mutual benefit.