For the first time in public, Kisha smiled sweetly, instantly silencing the crowd. Everyone was momentarily dumbstruck, as they had always known her to be cold and indifferent. Most assumed that was simply who she was. But seeing this new, softer side of her left them all pleasantly surprised, and they quickly realized they much preferred seeing her like this.
With the red hues of the setting sun casting a warm glow over her, Kisha looked almost angelic. The last rays of sunlight illuminated her, making it feel as though they were in the presence of a true goddess—beautiful, benevolent, and filled with compassion for all living beings.
One by one, more superhumans stepped forward to join the defense force. Almost all of them eagerly volunteered, knowing that the compensation was significantly better than their current jobs. Additionally, the perks and benefits offered were too enticing to pass up, making this opportunity from the City Lord one that no one wanted to miss.
Only those with support-type abilities hesitated, knowing their skills were more suited to aiding others rather than direct combat. They feared they might become a burden during critical moments, unable to contribute effectively when the situation grew dire.
But one support-type superhuman gathered his courage and decided to speak up. "City Lord, I know it’s presumptuous of me to ask this. You may not even remember my information from the records you reviewed, but I’m a support type. I wouldn’t be much help in battle, nor could I defend myself if things go wrong.
Still, I’m willing to learn to fight like the other warriors, so I won’t be completely useless—if you would just give us support types a chance." He finished his speech, his lips trembling as he spoke.
Kisha stared at him for a moment, making the man not only nervous but genuinely afraid. He couldn’t gauge what she was thinking, and the weight of her silence only heightened his anxiety. He wasn’t alone in his concerns—many others shared the same fears, feeling the tension rise as they awaited her response.
Kisha’s lips curved into a small, amused smile. "I do remember your data," she said, though it was a lie. She hadn’t committed every detail to memory, focusing mainly on abilities and only checking names when she spotted someone with great potential. However, with her ’Eye of Truth’ Gift, she could easily check anyone’s status window if she wished. "Don’t you have a support-type space ability?
That’s actually going to be very useful," Kisha added.
The way she spoke caused the man’s heart to skip a beat, and he found himself holding his breath as he awaited her explanation. He hoped she wouldn’t offer mere pity or a superficial response claiming that everything was useful. Despite his anxiety, he had a sense that Kisha would provide a genuine answer. Fortunately, he was right—Kisha did not disappoint him.
"You see, a Space-type ability like yours would be incredibly useful for supply runs. In fact, the Vice City Lord will be leading a supply run in a few days with a convoy of trucks. Managing such a long convoy can be cumbersome, so having someone with a space-type ability to store supplies without needing to pack them into the trucks would be extremely beneficial.
It would help avoid overcrowding and make the journey back to the base much more efficient," Kisha explained.
As expected, when people heard Kisha’s explanation about the usefulness of the Space-type ability, they immediately recognized its practical value and potential benefits. They didn’t question how Kisha knew so much about the ability, simply assuming that someone in her circle must have awakened the same type of power.
But Kisha wasn’t finished. She pointed to several more individuals. "You, you, you, and you all have Space-type abilities, which will be invaluable for the logistics of the upcoming operation—particularly for managing meal supplies and transporting crucial items for our community."
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