"Crackle…" The bonfire sent out some crackling burning noises. In contrast, an indescribable atmosphere of silence permeated the surroundings once more.
The ambiance had become more than just heavy; it carried an oppressive feeling that couldn't be put into words. Amidst this situation, the flickering flames illuminated Alisa's exquisite and charming face, allowing Fang Li to clearly see the expression of this aloof young girl.
The expression on her face looked as if she had been cursed, unable to escape from the darkness, displaying an expression that was indescribable. Such an expression could only be shown by someone who had truly witnessed hell.
And Alisa had indeed seen hell.
It was the scene of her parents being devoured alive right before her eyes.
As Fang Li observed Alisa in this state, he slightly closed his eyes. It was to conceal the unsettling calmness in his gaze.
Yes.
Calmness.
If it were an ordinary person who knew Alisa's story, even if they didn't show sympathy, they wouldn't remain indifferent, would they?
However, Fang Li was completely indifferent.
Parents dying in front of oneself?
Even so, Fang Li wouldn't understand the emotions of those involved.
Because even if his own parents died in front of him, Fang Li wouldn't experience any internal fluctuations.
In that case, how could he understand others?
Therefore, Fang Li understood Alisa's hatred and obsession, but he couldn't comprehend them.
Thus, regarding this matter, Fang Li couldn't offer any thoughts. If we were to mention what thoughts Fang Li had about Alisa, there was only one.
"Even if you desire revenge, you need the strength to accomplish it." Fang Li said with an indifferent expression on his face, "And forgive me for being frank, but as you are right now, I'm afraid you won't be able to fulfill that wish."
These words caused Alisa to tremble all over. She raised her head, and her eyes locked onto Fang Li. At that moment, the coldness and sharpness that were initially present in Alisa's eyes disappeared, as did the weakness and persistence she had shown before. All that remained was intense anger.
Driven by that anger, Alisa couldn't help but stand up. Facing Fang Li, she exclaimed with an angry expression on her face, "On what grounds do you say that?"
"I spoke based on facts." Fang Li paid no attention to Alisa's anger, which she had not displayed until now. He still wore an expression of indifference as he continued, "Do you really think you have the power for revenge?"
"Why not?" Alisa's voice grew increasingly agitated. She raised her God Arc and pointed it at Fang Li, saying, "I have become a God Eater. I am no longer the weakling who couldn't save anything. Now, with my current self—"
Before she could finish her sentence, Fang Li interrupted her directly.
"With your current self, you still won't be able to do anything." Fang Li stared directly at Alisa, brutally exposing this fact.
"I've already said it before, you're only a rookie. If even someone like you can easily defeat an Aragami of that level then it wouldn't be a Fallen Species."
It should be noted that even the most ordinary Vajra typically requires a team of multiple God-Eaters to have the ability to hunt it down. God Eaters capable of individually hunting down Vajra are considered elite.
Is Alisa an elite?
No. She isn't.
Perhaps Alisa was a highly promising newcomer, and with her abilities, it wouldn't be impossible for her to solo a Vajra after another six months of training. But at present, Alisa definitely didn't possess the ability to individually hunt down a Vajra.
The previous encounter with Vajra shows that. That Vajra effortlessly overpowered Alisa to the point that she couldn't even fight back.
And that was an ordinary Vajra, not to mention the Vajra variants that are much stronger in terms of abilities.
If we calculate based on the Rank in the Main God's Dimension, it would become more clear.
The previous Vajra, in terms of Rank in the Main God's Dimension, undoubtedly had the ability to rank in the Fifth Rank.
And the Vajra variant that killed Alisa's parents, according to Fang Li's estimation, is definitely a Rank Four existence.
To individually hunt down such an Aragami, even Amamiya Rindou wouldn't be able to accomplish it, let alone Alisa, who has just become a God Eater. So, even though the reality is cruel, Fang Li still had to say it.
"With your current abilities, even if you find your enemy, you won't be able to complete your revenge. This is your current ability. Becoming a God Eater doesn't mean you have become strong. At least, right now, you are still very weak." Fang Li continues to speak and every single one of his words caused Alisa's heart to tremble.
In the end, Alisa broke down.
"Waaahh!"
Alisa couldn't help but cover her head, and it was as if she was completely overwhelmed by hysteria. She squatted down, screaming in agony.
Seeing this scene, Fang Li was first surprised but then remembered an extremely important thing.
This young girl in front of him was indeed not as strong as she appeared on the surface.
It wasn't about Alisa's inner strength but rather her mental strengt.
Having witnessed her parents being devoured in front of her while she was powerless to do anything, the painful memories of her childhood had already dealt a heavy blow to Alisa's psyche, causing issues with her mental strength.
This young girl had an illness in her mental strength.
Now, forced to acknowledge her continued weakness, Alisa's condition completely erupted.
"No! No! No!"
Alisa remained in that position, clutching her head, as if trapped in an inescapable nightmare, wailing in hysteria.
"Father! Mother! Father! Mother!"
As Alisa became more and more agitated, her expression more and more pained, Fang Li couldn't help but stand up and go directly in front of her.
However, before Fang Li could react, Alisa turned around and tightly embraced him. Her well-developed body squeezed into Fang Li's embrace. But Fang Li furrowed his brows and a tinge of pain flashed in his eyes.
Because Alisa, who was holding him tightly, was biting his shoulder with a fierce expression on her face, sinking her teeth into his flesh, causing the skin on Fang Li's shoulder to break and blood seeped out from Fang Li's shoulder.
Feeling the pain from his shoulder, Fang Li, although frowning, didn't dodge and allowed Alisa to act as she wished. It was unknown how much time passed before the trembling body of Alisa gradually calmed down, and the force with which she bit Fang Li's shoulder gradually weakened.
Then, Alisa's voice, which seemed to be a mixture of crying and laughter, reached Fang Li's ears.
"You truly are a cruel person…"
Hearing this, Fang Li merely smiled.
Cruel, huh?
Perhaps.
"At least, for me, letting you go to your death would be far more cruel…"
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