Yuujin's words carried a certain allure, and for a moment, Dark Android 18's expression shifted subtly. However, in the next instant, her face was once again filled with a cold sneer.
"Why should I believe you?"
"And what gives you the right to demand my submission?"
As an android, Dark Android 18 naturally had her own pride. How could she be swayed by a few words from someone like him? She wasn't so cheap as to submit so easily!
"The right to make you submit?"
"The right is that I'm stronger than you—stronger than all of you!"
"And, Dark Android 18, do you think you have any other choice?"
"Given the crimes you and Dark 17 have committed, your options are either to submit to me, be destroyed, or spend the rest of your life imprisoned!"
"While I would very much like to have you submit and serve me from now on, I already have an Android 18. I don't necessarily need you."
"I've given you a chance. If you stubbornly choose the path of self-destruction, then I'll grant you that wish!"
Yuujin's tone was domineering and cold, his aura radiating overwhelming power.
As he had said earlier, Yuujin did want to subdue Dark Android 18 and make her another tool in his arsenal. However, his patience had its limits. He already had plenty of tools at his disposal, and he didn't necessarily need her!
Dark Android 18's heart tightened, and her expression turned grim.
Of course, she didn't want to die if she could live, but she also didn't want to submit to someone and be controlled!
Damn it, why had things come to this? This bastard was using his power to force her into a corner!
But Dark Android 18 failed to realize that she herself had acted in the same way. In the past, she and Dark 17 had wreaked havoc and destroyed cities, slaughtering humans simply out of boredom.
Now, the tables had simply turned!
"Have you made your choice yet? We don't have time to waste on you."
"If you value your freedom and dignity so much, then go ahead and die. I'll grant you that wish right now!"
Android 18's voice was filled with sarcasm and impatience as she raised her hand, forming an energy blast aimed directly at Dark Android 18.
Dark Android 18 had no doubt that if she dared to refuse, Android 18 would not hesitate to fire the energy blast and kill her.
Damn it! Damn it!!!
You damned imposter, do you really want me dead that badly?!
Yuujin didn't stop Android 18's actions. On the contrary, he found it quite amusing.
Even though they were both androids designated as "Android 18," their hostility toward each other was palpable, and their relationship was incredibly strained!
Time passed second by second, and Dark Android 18's inner struggle intensified. However, when she saw that Android 18 had lost all patience and was ready to strike, Dark Android 18 finally made a decision.
You damned imposter, you want me dead? Well, I won't let you have your way!
"I can submit to you, but I have one condition!"
Dark Android 18's eyes locked onto Yuujin as she spoke.
Android 18 couldn't help but smirk. She had been hoping Dark Android 18 would stay defiant to the end.
Though slightly disappointed, Android 18 dissipated the energy blast in her hand.
"Interesting. Let's hear it," Yuujin said, a hint of curiosity in his voice.
"I want you to kill her!"
"As long as you kill her, I'll submit to you and follow any of your commands in the future!"
Pointing at Android 18, who was still sitting on Yuujin's lap, Dark Android 18 wore a cold, sinister smile.
You imposter, you enjoyed stepping on me and kicking me, didn't you?
You wanted me dead? Well, I'll make sure you die first!
Even Yuujin was taken aback by Dark Android 18's demand. He couldn't help but feel a headache coming on. Calling her "Dark Android 18" was indeed fitting—she was truly a troublemaker!
Android 18 narrowed her eyes, a cold glint flashing within them, but she said nothing, simply staring straight at Yuujin.
"Don't worry, I won't abandon you," Yuujin said with a bitter smile, comforting Android 18 before turning back to Dark Android 18.
"Change your condition. I won't harm Android 18."
"Why?! What does she have that I don't?"
"As long as you kill her, I'll submit to you and follow any command—whether it's fighting or killing, I'll do anything for you!"
Dark Android 18 was momentarily stunned before she erupted into a furious roar.
Yuujin had chosen that imposter over her, and Dark Android 18 couldn't help but feel deeply resentful.
"You're both androids designated as Android 18, and you're not much worse than her. But the answer is still no."
"Dark Android 18, I do want you because you're a useful tool, one that I can use in various ways."
"But Android 18 is different. She's my companion and will become my wife. Do you think I would sacrifice my companion and wife for a mere tool?"
Yuujin shook his head, expressing his true thoughts.
Even a fool could understand which was more important—a tool forced to submit under pressure or a companion and wife who genuinely cared for him.
A beautiful smile curved on Android 18's lips as she looked mockingly at her counterpart.
Though she said nothing, her expression made it clear that she was very satisfied with Yuujin's response.
Dark Android 18, on the other hand, was consumed by gloom and frustration.
Damn it, damn it! Why did it have to be like this?!
But then, as if remembering something, Dark Android 18's expression shifted to a seductive smile.
"You've always been coveting this body of mine, haven't you?"
"As long as you kill her, my body will also belong to you!"
Having seen the many women around Yuujin and knowing he was a bit of a womanizer, Dark Android 18 was confident in her beauty. This time, she was willing to go all out.
As expected, Yuujin was indeed shocked by her proposal.
However, Dark Android 18 clearly lacked the skills to seduce a man. Even her seductive smile seemed somewhat forced. Any of the Red Silk Girls , Sacred Maids, or other women in the temple could have done it ten or a hundred times better, which made Yuujin secretly amused.
She's really desperate, huh? Dark Android 18 must be at her wit's end.
Yuujin didn't say anything, simply looking at Android 18, who was in his arms.
Rolling her eyes at him, the clever Android 18 knew exactly what he was thinking, but she didn't refuse.
This was no longer just about subduing Dark Android 18—it had become a battle between women, a war between the two Android 18s!
"You think you're the only one who can do this?"
"Yuujin, love me."
With a cold, mocking glance at Dark Android 18, Android 18 spoke to Yuujin.
"Cough, cough, cough…"
"Android 18, what… what did you just say?"
Yuujin was so shocked that he started coughing.
He had only wanted Android 18 to suppress Dark Android 18's arrogance, but Android 18, oh Android 18, did you have to go this far? You've given me quite the scare!
With a serious expression, Android 18 spoke again:
"I command you to love me. Now, immediately, right away!"
To be continued…
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