Nexus Corp, a giant conglomerate that spans the entirety of New Geneva
Involved in all walks of life, be it healthcare, shelter, infrastructure, you name it, Nexus was involved in it
Using his wealth and fame gained in being a hero, this was Imperion’s way of still saving lives when he wasn’t fighting crime
And not only was it like this with Imperion, but all other heroes in Elisyum had their own companies or groups involved in their cities’ and citizens’ lives either directly or indirectly
A way for them to extend their influence without the hero costume
Now leaving the interviewers and reporters below, on the highest floor of Nexus Tower, the headquarters of Nexus Corp,
Ethan stood at a large window with Lilith beside him as he overlooked the city
"Beautiful isn’t it, this is the world we heros create with our very presence"
"Unfortunately despite such beauty, there exist many who try to ruin it"
Hands behind his back. Ethan spoke with a hint of melancholy in his eyes
This world, different from his past, although dangerous, but with Imperion’s abilities, he felt something he never did in the past
He felt importance
Recalling the eyes and emotions of the reporters as he spoke
The people who hailed his name when he swooped in to stop the monster
This was an emotion he never felt before
Here, people loved him, here people wanted him, here people worshiped him.
Thinking of this, his mind became more and more determined
’No matter what! Since I’m here I won’t let anyone ruin this for me!’
’Be it any villains! Or be it those beings shown by the diary!’
’Even if the former Imperion couldn’t stop it, that doesn’t mean I can’t!’
As he thought this, he silently made a decision.
Grabbing Lilith’s hand, he said the words he had thought over so many times before they got up here
"Lilith, I have something to tell you," he said, his voice solemn as ever
And Lilith, feeling her hand being held, was currently lost in thought as her pale cheeks were slightly red
’What’s this? Could it be that he’s noticed my feelings after all these years and wants to confess?’
Staring at her toes, she didn’t know what to do?
Should she leap into his hands in joy? Should she play it cool and say me too?
She didn’t know what to do, as even though it’s been just both of them for so many years, she still found herself shy at times like this.
"Lilith, I have something to confess..."
"I...!" However before he could finish his words, Lilith, unable to control herself, spoke out
"I love you too....!"
In a trance both of them remained silent
Neither of them said anything as a blush appeared on both of their faces, including Ethan who was usually always calm
As someone who never dated anyone in his former life, how could he remain calm when someone as pretty as her said she loved him?
Not only that but this wasn’t just any pretty girl, but Lilith, the girl he had loved the most when reading the original novel
So many times did he find himself wishing to replace Imperion who neglected her feelings then
Now such a person said she loved him? He could barely remain sane
Fortunately, perhaps Imperion’s powers improved his mental fortitude as he soon regained his calm
"Ahem"
"I love you too Lilith, but that’s not what I wanted to say"
"I wanted to confess to you that I’m weaker than my usual strength"
Knowing where the misunderstanding was probably from, Ethan scratched his head wryly as he explained himself
And Lilith, realising she had jumped the gun, couldn’t help but want to burrow herself deep into the ground as she twirled her hair shyly
"Haha I knew that, haha I was just joking!"
"Hahah!"
Awkward air soon filled the room, as both of them looked at each other before laughing with understanding
Yes they knew they liked each other, they were both just incredibly awkward at it
Perhaps when the time was right, things would work out
With that thought in mind, Lilith with lips lightly curved spoke
"Wait a minute, what do you mean by you’re weaker?"
Sensing the aura and vitality within his blood with her powers, in Lilith’s view, not only was he not weaker, but his vitality was much stronger than before
A side effect from the Imperial Body Fusion.
Fortunately, Ethan had already thought of this and knew what to say
"Remember back in Elisyum when Helios said he was about to breakthrough level 5 and I said I’m about to break through level 6"
"Well I’m not joking, as a result of this breakthrough process, unlike other stages, until I break through I can’t muster most of my strength"
"Right now I can deal with the weaker level 4’s and below"
"Not only that, but it seems my memories have been somewhat affected, only after breaking through can everything be restored"
"My surging vitality, it’s a result of my gradual breakthrough," said Ethan, his eyes staring at Lilith to see her reaction
’Please believe... please...’ praying in his mind, Ethan steadily watched her for a reaction.
Ever since he knew just how many dangers he was going to face in the future, he knew he couldn’t face it alone
With this lie, he would not only be able to explain his sudden surges in strength and temporary weakness, but all other plots from transmigration could be filled
He could even use her to complete a lot of his plans.
Thinking of the raid a month from now he continued speaking.
"Because of that, so I don’t let the other heroes know about my weakness, I’m going to need your help"
"What help do you need," asked Lilith, as she looked at Ethan, her eyes filled with shock and disbelief as she knew what level 6 meant
At that level of strength, then their D-day preparations wouldn’t even be necessary as Ethan alone would be able to face the whole world by himself confidently
However when she heard what Ethan said, her eyes went wide as she almost couldn’t believe her ears
"I need you to find, kidnap and bring to me, the villain Overdrive!"