A Bizarre Adventure That Begins in Jujutsu Kaisen

Chapter 104 A Long Day, Part Four

Theora opened the door, but her tall figure did not make way for her.

He leaned against the doorframe, arms crossed, a half-smile playing on his lips as he looked down at the girl outside. "What's wrong, little Ailian? Did your hospitality include a special 'bedtime service' segment in your itinerary?"

"That's exactly right."

Ailian's voice was flat and monotone, as if she were stating a fact that had nothing to do with her.

I hate your power, your authority, everything about you —

But that doesn't prevent me from providing you with any services you require, as instructed.

"————" Even the usually eloquent Theo was momentarily speechless, choked by this extremely disjointed way of stating things.

He remained blocking the doorway, deciding to inquire from a different angle: "There's no need for that kind of service; kids shouldn't try to be tough on things like that."

Were your biological parents also sorcerers? Were they threatened in some way, by someone or by the government, to force them to do this?

"I am an orphan abandoned by a female student who became pregnant from promiscuity while studying in Europe and was ultimately unable to support her. I have no parents, so I have no immediate family members to threaten."

Ailian's expression remained unchanged, her voice as flat as an AI voice playing a task briefing, each word like a pre-programmed script, mechanically outputting outwards.

"To be honest, I am very grateful to Mr. Albert for raising me."

However, there always needs to be someone with a sweet appearance to carry out the task of "seduction".

And that person could be me, so I came.

"You've never been in a relationship before, have you?"

Theo's tone softened somewhat, which was unusual for him.

"Don't waste your precious youth on a man like me who already has a lover."

Or are you really that patriotic that you're willing to go to such lengths?

"Perhaps. I don't have the idea of ​​'patriotism,' nor do I think it has any personal significance, but ultimately it's about my motherland."

Ailian didn't even blink; her empty gaze passed over Theo's shoulder and looked toward some meaningless point deep inside the room.

"I'm almost there—I want to do something before I die, no matter what."

"I've never been in a relationship before, but if I had to have a 'first time,' then giving it to someone I consider worthy would be a reasonable choice."

Upon hearing the girl's shocking and thunderous statement, Theo remained silent for more than ten seconds.

Then, he turned to the side and called out slightly louder into the room, "Yuki, this girl is so pitiful, you should come and see for yourself."

"Coming, coming." Yuki put down the cotton pad in her hand and walked over quickly.

She stood beside Theo, facing Eileen outside the door, and carefully examined her for a long time.

Finally, she whispered, "—I knew it. This child is frighteningly empty, inside and out."

"In that case—" Theo stroked his chin and spoke thoughtfully.

"In that case—" Yuki replied almost simultaneously, in a slightly thoughtful tone.

"Then let's just sneak away to avoid trouble," Theo said the last part of his sentence.

"Then let's just accept her," Yuki said, adding a completely different second half to his statement.

The two looked at each other and then burst out laughing at the same time.

Ailian remained standing there expressionless, as if the matters they were discussing and deciding had nothing to do with her, the person involved.

"Just kidding, but we'll do our best to help you." Theo's smile faded as he took off his coat and gently draped it over Ailian's shoulders.

The oversized coat almost completely covered her, concealing all the parts that shouldn't be exposed.

Ailian's experience suddenly reminded him of the "social survey" he conducted in the dark alleys of Shinjuku before setting off, as well as old news from even earlier.

In 2017, a sensational anti-sexual assault movement swept across the United States like a tsunami, with countless women bravely stepping into the public eye to personally recount the harassment and abuse that had been buried in the shadows.

This also includes the shocking testimonies of the "Lolita Island" victims in the Epstein case.

These news reports from across the ocean drew Theo's attention to the sex trade industry, which lurked in the shadows of the world.

As his investigation deepened, he discovered that a similarly large and secretive chain of interests, like the Inagawa Association, also existed in East Asia.

Today, even in Europe, a land that prides itself on being a beacon of civilization, similar shadows are growing.

If I remember correctly, Albert was also Jewish, right?

It's truly—a persistent ghost, omnipresent.

"Alright, little Ailian, put this on and go back."

After you leave, if anyone asks about what happened tonight, tell them:

If the people who sent you on this mission cannot provide you with reasonable and sufficient compensation and follow-up protection, then they should be prepared to face my personal intervention and the ensuing "little wrath".

While I still want to negotiate normally, I shouldn't do anything that's nonsensical or insults to intelligence.

If you really anger me—I can't guarantee how many living creatures will be left on this land in the end.

While I dislike the indiscriminate killing of innocent people, ultimately, with such a vast human population, losing 500 million people wouldn't have a significant impact on my world.

Theo's will, like a prophecy of the end, echoed clearly in the silent corridor.

This is not the exaggerated threat that politicians talk about, but an actionable reality.

He only needs to imbue himself with the concept of "giant size" and then sweep across the earth at a speed of a thousand times Mach, and everything in his path will be reduced to ashes.

Air resistance would turn him into a meteor that burns itself up, while simultaneously igniting the entire atmosphere.

In a single day, it would be enough to completely "cleanse" the whole of Europe.

The half-lit "Severe" star emblem flickered silently and shone brightly deep within his consciousness.

At that moment, Theo seemed to briefly transform into a god who wielded divine punishment and brought calamity upon the world, his words devoid of any human warmth.

In the distance, Albert, who was secretly observing this scene through a magical ritual, felt his aging heart undergoing an unprecedented and severe test.

He almost thought he was about to have a heart attack and face an abrupt end to his life.

Yuki Kyuuji keenly sensed the unprecedented seriousness in Theo's words and nervously placed his hand on Theo's lower back.

Ailian's eyes widened slightly, and her facial muscles trembled uncontrollably for a moment.

That was the first time since she appeared that her facial expression had undergone a noticeable change.

Although the change was so minute as to be like an almost invisible ripple on a calm lake surface stirred up by a speck of dust.

"—Rumor has it that you are a womanizer, and that you and Ms. Jiujiu got together as soon as you met, possibly through improper power-for-sex transactions."

Ailian lowered her head, her hands unconsciously gripping the large coat on her shoulders that still held her body heat.

"It turns out those were all rumors. I misunderstood you. You're such a kind person. Thank you."

"It doesn't matter if they're good or bad," Theo waved his hand. "Go back and get some rest. Bye-bye, see you tomorrow."

Snapped.

Before Ailian could respond, the door had already closed.

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