Crossover Anime: Offering Myself as a Sacrifice to the Sword? I Choose to Be the Great Demon King

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That's right, Mo Li transformed into Sato Kazuma, who was summoned by Aqua from another world. A demon king turning into a hero—no one would believe it, would they?

Karubi looked at the short Mo Li and couldn't help but laugh, then mocked Mo Li:

"What a little kid! This prize money is definitely mine now. Even though I've been expelled from the sect, I'm still a ninth-dan master of the Imperial Fist Temple."

"Ugh, so noisy! Your existence is nothing more than a stepping stone for me!"

"Kid, I hope you can still say that after I crush you into pieces."

After Kalubi finished speaking, he roared and swung his iron fist, launching an attack on Mo Li.

Mo Li didn't even glance at him, too lazy to even take out his weapon, and simply extended a finger to block all of Kalubi's iron fist attacks.

Then, with a slight exertion, Karubi was slammed against the wall at an even faster speed, his internal organs displaced. Defeating such a formidable opponent with a single blow, the spectators erupted in thunderous applause and cheers after a moment of silence; people love to witness such dramatic reversals.

Bud's eyes lit up; after so long, he had finally seen a promising talent.

To test Mo Li's true strength, Bud summoned one of his generals and ordered him to remove his armor, preparing to test Mo Li's skills in the marketplace.

Esdeath had the same expression on her face. She had a sense of familiarity with this "Kazuma Sato," but she couldn't remember where she had seen him before.

Esdeath became interested in this and prepared to watch Moli's next match.

After the general took the stage, Mo Li realized that this person was definitely serving in the Imperial Army and was quite strong, although in Mo Li's eyes they were all the same.

The general's right eye was a prosthetic, and his arm was covered with scars, suggesting he had fought alongside the army for many years.

"Kid, don't think you're invincible just because you've defeated a few butchers and meat vendors. Let me test your skills and see what you're really made of."

"Is that so? But in my opinion, you're no different from those people!"

"Boy, you are courting death!"

The general seemed to be enraged by Mo Li's words. He drew his sword and roared as he slashed at Mo Li.

Mo Li dodged, stepping on the general's sword with one foot.

The general tried to draw his sword, but despite his best efforts, the blade didn't budge an inch.

"Brother, is that all you've got? If you keep trying, maybe you'll be able to pull it out in a few hundred years."

"Damn it, how could I possibly lose to a nobody like you? Kill him!"

He couldn't even last the third round before being knocked to the ground by Mo Li. Anyone with eyes could see that the general was already at his limit, and continuing to fight would only bring him further humiliation.

The host, Will, couldn't help but turn his head away. Without even looking, it was clear that the difference in their abilities was obvious.

Mo Li stepped directly on the general's head, his eyes filled with contempt, and mocked:

"Trash is trash. With your abilities, you shouldn't be making a fool of yourself."

"What did you say!?"

"Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying you're trash, I'm saying everyone here is trash!"

Chapter 252: Confrontation with General Bude, Identity Exposed

"boom!!!"

Mo Li's words aroused dissatisfaction and anger among all the contestants present. They knew that Mo Li was good, but Mo Li was far too arrogant.

It should be noted that Mo Li's reference included both General Bud and Esdeath.

Leone, sitting in the audience, covered her face; she knew this was going to happen.

Bud's face was gloomy. Not only had his men been defeated, but he himself had also been humiliated on the spot. How could Bud tolerate this? He jumped off the stands.

With a loud crash, Bud smashed a large hole in the ground, his eyes fixed on Mo Li, his muscles bulging, like a tiger poised to pounce.

Bud first glanced at the general being trampled under Mo Li's feet, a hint of humiliation flashing in his eyes.

Mo Li naturally understood his meaning, so he kicked the general out of the field and stretched out his right hand, making a provocative gesture towards Bud.

Bud could no longer hold back and lunged forward, his fist, as big as a sandbag, swiftly attacking Mo Li.

Mo Li also clenched her fist and confronted Bud.

As their fists collided, a powerful wave shattered the blue bricks beneath their feet.

Feeling the power in Bud's fist, Mo Li couldn't help but laugh. If they were to compete purely in close combat without using their Imperial Arms, Bud might even be superior to Esdeath.

However, you're still 20,000 years too early to surpass me.

The audience in the stands had never seen such a scene before, and they all gasped and screamed. It was truly amazing that General Bud was fighting against an unknown soldier and they were actually going to have a fair fight.

Bud was equally surprised. He hadn't expected that this "Sato Kazuma" would actually block his punch. Although it wasn't at full strength, it seemed that the other party was holding back.

Seeing Mo Li's contemptuous gaze, Bud's anger was reignited. A great general of the empire could not fall at the hands of an unknown soldier; he had to use his true abilities.

With this in mind, Bud increased his strength again and engaged Mo Li in battle.

The two went back and forth, neither giving an inch. Gradually, the ring was filled with holes they had created. The host, Will, had already moved aside, afraid of being caught in the crossfire.

The audience could no longer see what was happening on stage; dust billowed, and the two were moving faster and faster.

After another collision, Moli and Budra created some distance between themselves.

There was no longer any anger in Bud's eyes, but rather admiration. The fact that he had fought him this far was enough to prove that the person in front of him was a strong person with unlimited potential.

If such a person were recruited into the Imperial Army, he might change the future of the Empire. It would also be good to have an ally to fight against the ministers and Esdeath together.

Recently, the conscience faction protected by General Bud has been dying in their homes one after another. He knows that Esdeath did it, but he doesn't dare to confront her, simply because she is in the same faction as the minister.

Esdeath is a fighter, and the minister can satisfy her fighting spirit, which is enough for her.

"Kid, you're pretty good. Interested in joining my unit?"

"You think you can get me to join? You're seriously underestimating me!"

Mo Li immediately refused Bud's invitation, which left Bud, who had been beaming with joy, instantly embarrassed on the stage. His face turned gloomy, as if he was considering how to teach this arrogant person a lesson.

Esdeath was also shocked; she was all too familiar with that sentence. When Esdeath invited Mo Li to join the army, Mo Li had replied with the same words.

Could it be that Kazuma Sato is Mo Li? Yes, that must be it. Even if you change your appearance and name, I can still recognize you, Mo Li!

Esdeath's eyes were filled with resentment and joy, and a variety of complex emotions welled up in her heart. She couldn't wait to rush down and fight Mo Li to her heart's content.

But she held back. Esdeath knew that once Mo Li's identity was exposed, the guards and Teigu users outside would rush in together and capture the strongest member of the Revolutionary Army in front of her.

In that case, wouldn't my wish remain unfulfilled, and who knows when we'll meet again?

That's right. Esdeath never considered the possibility that Moli would lose. How could someone who could defeat her possibly be defeated by this group of useless people?

Esdeath immediately devised countless countermeasures to ensure that Mo Li's identity was never exposed and to keep him by his side so that he could challenge him at any time until he defeated him.

Speaking of which, Mo Li in front of her fits her criteria for a partner very well. Esdeath suddenly thought of a possibility, but then shook her head. That was too unrealistic.

But the more Esdeath tried to forget, the more deeply rooted Mo Li's image became in her heart, impossible to shake off.

Esdeath's criteria for choosing a partner: First, the most important thing is the future potential; I want to personally cultivate a general's talent.

Second, those who have the courage to hunt dangerous species;

Third, like myself, they are not from the capital city, but grew up on the border.

Fourth, because I want to be in control, I prefer people younger than me;

Fifth, it's best if you can show an innocent smile.

On the arena, Bud was in a bad mood because of Mo Li's earlier rejection. He had seen many arrogant people, but he had never seen someone as arrogant and powerful as Mo Li before.

"Kid, are you sure you don't want to join my unit?"

"Are you deaf? I don't want to repeat myself. Your strength is nothing special!"

"Is that so? Well then, I can't let you live."

If you can't have it, destroy it. Even if you can't make it an ally, you must never make it an enemy.

Bud knew perfectly well that if someone like Mo Li joined the revolutionary army, the damage to the empire would be absolutely devastating. So even if you are very talented, if you cannot be used by me, then I will have no choice but to humanely destroy you.

Little did he know that standing in front of him was the leader of the Revolutionary Army, and even with Bud's strength, he could not threaten Mo Li, even if he used the Imperial Arms.

A burst of lightning flashed in Bud's hand, transforming into an energy ball, which he aimed at Mo Li before him, and once again urged:

"Sato Kazuma, right? You're quite strong, but you have no chance against a Teigu user. I'm giving you one last chance. Are you willing to join my army?"

"Huh? You're overestimating yourself. You don't really think you can hurt me with a broken Imperial Arm, do you? No way!"

"If you're so stubborn, then I have no choice but to destroy you!"

A smile appeared on Mo Li's lips. In an instant, he had already come up with hundreds of ways to kill Bud.

Although their identities might be exposed, there's nothing they can do about it. Who told this Bud to be so reckless?

Just as Mo Li was about to make a move, an ice wall appeared between the two of them.

Esdeath made her move. She could see the killing intent in Mo Li's eyes. She couldn't let Bud die here, nor could she let Mo Li expose his identity as a revolutionary.

Therefore, Esdeath had no choice but to step in and separate the two with an ice wall.

"That's enough, General Bud. Mo... cough cough... Sato Kazuma is mine!"

"What did you say? General Esdeath, if we don't kill him, the Empire will face endless troubles in the future."

Bud narrowed his eyes and looked at Esdeath with great displeasure. In his opinion, Esdeath just wanted to save Mo Li's life, but little did she know that she was saving his life.

"General, if you're looking for a worthy opponent, I'd be happy to oblige, but this person is off-limits!"

Esdeath's words immediately darkened Bud's face. Of course, he couldn't possibly start a fight with Esdeath here; that would only make him a laughingstock to outsiders.

Bude valued nothing else but the imperial dignity, which he kept firmly in mind. He always followed the ancestral precept that military generals should not interfere in politics, so although he was aware of the corrupt behavior of the ministers, he did not intervene.

After giving Mo Li a deep look, Bud stepped off the stage, helped up the general who was resting nearby, and walked outside.

Mo Li looked at Esdeath, who was blocking his way, and laughed. He knew clearly that Esdeath's appearance proved that she already knew his identity.

"I hereby declare the winner of this competition to be Kazuma Sato!"

"Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh!"

Screams erupted again from the stands. People had never seen such a fierce battle before, especially since it was General Bude who took the initiative to back down. Sato Kazuma's name would be known throughout the entire capital.

Immediately afterwards, Esdeath grabbed Mo Li's hand, afraid he might run away if she wasn't careful, and said to him:

"Come with me. You don't want your revolutionary identity to be exposed like this, do you, Mo Li?"

"As expected, you recognized me, Esdeath. Two years have passed, and you're still as irritable as ever!"

Mo Li's lips curled up slightly. He did not refuse Esdeath. It had been a long time since he had such a satisfying fight. Esdeath's strength must have increased in the past two years.

And so, in front of Leone and Lubbock, Moli was taken back to the palace by Esdeath.

Leone and Lubbock exchanged a glance, both sensing something was wrong, and quickly ran back to the Night Raid base to tell everyone what had happened.

Upon hearing the news, Akame immediately stood up, her eyes filled with anxiety and panic.

"What did you say? Mo Li was taken away by Esdeath, and she didn't even put up a fight?"

"Have they been discovered to be members of Night Raid?"

"I'm not entirely sure, but based on probability, it's around 50%."

"Although we saw him being taken into the palace, the fact that Mo Li didn't resist is very intriguing. What should we do, Boss, what if Mo Li turns against us..."

"Impossible. How could Lord Mo Li do such a thing? I believe he must have had a reason for doing this, but the scene at the time made it impossible to convey the information."

Before Mine could finish speaking, Brand rudely interrupted her, absolutely refusing to believe that Mo Li would abandon Night Raid.

Akame agreed, and after thinking for a moment, she bit her lip lightly and said:

"In short, let's move the stronghold further into the mountains!"

"Yes, there's a possibility of being exposed here."

"What about Lord Mo Li? Should we send men to rescue him?"

“No, just like you said, Brand, there must be a reason why Mo Li did this. If he wanted to run away, I don’t think even Esdeath could stop him.”

Upon hearing Akame's words, Leone suddenly slammed her fist down, her eyes gleaming, and said to the crowd:

"I understand. Mo Li said before he left that he would infiltrate the Hunters' unit and pass on their intelligence."

"I knew it! How could Lord Mo Li possibly join the Imperial Army!"

Leone's words temporarily put everyone at ease. They simply couldn't imagine how the Revolutionary Army could possibly contend with the Imperial Army, which possessed Esdeath, Bud, and Mori.

On the other side, Esdeath was pulling Mori along towards her palace, never letting go of her hand the whole way.