Chapter 3: 『The New Empire is Born!』
After a month, it was finally time to begin the revolution. However, it wasn't as easy as I had anticipated.
But that, too, was expected, so I could handle it. The Imperial faction executed their strategies precisely, even maintaining their influence.
However, I was also prepared for this, as I had already gathered all the evidence proving that the royal family was indulging in corruption to live lavishly.
Thus, when I initiated the revolution, all Crimson Scarlet faction supporters and the people followed the course I had set.
But it seemed a battle between factions was inevitable—war could not be avoided.
Nero and I also joined the war!
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In the middle of the city, the Imperial faction and the Crimson Scarlet faction waged war.
Both factions clashed, killing one another. As their leader, I advanced to the frontlines, showcasing my abilities.
With powerful swordsmanship and magic, I killed many from the Imperial faction.
To make the battle fair, I suppressed my power level so I could enjoy fighting against the Imperial commanders.
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"Damn you!! I'll kill you, traitor!!" shouted a commander at me.
He unleashed extraordinary sword techniques and magic, his strength nearly on par with the 12 Knights of the Round Table!
I parried all of his strikes with my sword techniques, creating the illusion of a real struggle, though he seemed to sense I was holding back.
Suddenly, it appeared that Nero had caused a commotion. She seemed excited, as she was finally unleashing her true power.
The commander was shocked at Nero's actions. At that moment, Nero activated one of her abilities.
Authority of the Beast. Using her Class: Beast, she summoned the Beast of Sodom.
Nero possessed the ability to split herself between Beast and Human, allowing her to shift freely between Draco Nero and her usual form.
At this moment, it was Draco Nero who fought, enabling her to summon the Beast 666, or the Beast of Sodom.
Seven crimson dragons erupted from the earth, slaughtering everyone Nero deemed an enemy.
Everyone was stunned by Nero's display. The seven dragons massacred soldiers and destroyed every building in sight.
Smiling as I watched Nero enjoying herself, I also unleashed my power, drawing everyone's attention on the battlefield.
The sky turned blood-red, thick crimson clouds forming overhead.
Then the rain began—but it was no ordinary rain. It was blood rain, and anyone touched by its drops disintegrated into dust.
If someone were strong enough, they would only be paralyzed, though death still awaited them.
Thus, all future enemies were reduced to ashes, sending both sides into chaos.
After five minutes, the dense crimson clouds dissipated, though the red sky remained.
The Imperial faction and the Royal Family were utterly defeated. I captured the royal family, declaring they would be publicly executed the next morning.
This battle would be remembered as the Bloody War!
After concluding the battle, I departed with Nero, leaving the frightened faction members behind.
Having created chaos and asserted dominance, Nero and I returned to our residence, entrusting the controlled Viscount families to handle the aftermath.
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That night, I observed the situation as everyone—citizens and nobles alike—waited impatiently for the royal family's execution.
Seeing everything go exactly as I had planned, I smirked and chose to bide my time.
The next day would mark the birth of a New Empire—an empire that would signify the revival of the Roman Empire!
I had discussed this with Nero. Initially, I wanted to create a completely new empire.
But Nero rejected the idea, insisting that she wanted to revive the Roman Empire in this world. She even pouted when I disagreed.
Her expression was so adorable that I relented and agreed to rebuild the Roman Empire in this world.
At the moment, I was sitting on the windowsill of a private room, gazing at the distant commotion.
Suddenly, I heard Nero enter the room and sit at my desk. I turned to her and said:
"Nero… Two years after we revive the Roman Empire, the story I told you about will begin in the Midgar Kingdom," I said to her.
Hearing this, she responded.
"Um! You already told me. I know. After we rebuild the Roman Empire, I want to spend all my time with you!" she replied with a smile.
Hearing her words brought a grin to my face. I stood up and walked toward her.
Leaning slightly because she was still seated, I kissed her lips, and she kissed me back.
Then I said, "Spending all your time with me? And what exactly would we do together?" I teased her.
Blushing at my teasing, she said boldly, "I—I want to have a child!!!"
Stunned by her words, my mind went completely blank.
"A child!!!" I screamed internally.
After calming myself, I replied, "Mm… Nero, haven't I already told you? Back in your 28th reincarnation, I still hadn't met the requirements."
Hearing my response, Nero pouted and said, "But the requirement is that you must complete 100 reincarnations first, right?"
Yes… That is also the reason Nero and I haven't had children yet. Although I can control my sperm, I must first fulfill the condition of completing 100 reincarnations.
Upon reaching 100 reincarnations, I would receive a reward from the existence that granted me the passive reincarnation ability.
I had no systems or assistance—my only gift was this passive reincarnation ability.
At first, living with this ability was incredibly difficult and painfully harsh. I was weak and powerless.
But I kept learning and understanding everything about the worlds I visited, gradually mastering the powers unique to each realm.
The benefit of this ability is that even if I die, I retain all my skills, understanding, and energy from my previous lives.
Thus, I never start over completely with each reincarnation—though my early lives were pure suffering.
My life improved starting with my 10th reincarnation, the day I met Nero Claudius.
I was fortunate to learn and understand every world I visited throughout my reincarnations, which led me to obtain Nero.
Since then, I continued to study and master the powers from Nasuverse, particularly during the golden age of the Roman Empire.
Smiling at Nero, I gently said, "Mn… Of course. This current life is my 100th reincarnation, which means I've fulfilled the condition."
I approached Nero and leaned close to her ear, whispering softly:
"After that, I will keep having s̶e̶x̶ with you every day until you get pregnant."
Hearing my words, Nero's ears and face flushed bright red, steam practically rising from her head.
She jumped up and said, "Umu! Of course, my dear must obey all my wishes! Umu!!"
Striking her usual elegant pose, it was clear this was her way of hiding her embarrassment. She was undoubtedly happy and shy after what I said.
I sat in the chair Nero had vacated, watching her with a soft smile.
Seeing Nero posing and talking to herself, I let out a small chuckle.
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To be continued...!!!