Mission in another world with my transformed best friend

After recounting a long and fragmented account of her painful past, Ilya paused at a crucial point. The gloom on her face lessened slightly, replaced by an expression of relief, like someone who had pulled her out of despair. A small smile gradually appeared on her lips as she slowly spoke.

"After being beaten several times, I was still unconscious and couldn't quite hear what the 'Saintess' and those slave traders were saying. But later, the Saintess's voice got louder, and I vaguely heard something like, 'Race has no distinction of nobility or lowliness, bloodline has no distinction of superiority or inferiority...' In the end, I and the other 'demi-human sisters' who were waiting to be sold were brought here... Eh, Kyle... Master, why are you crying?"

In fact, Wang Kai's emotions had already been completely stirred up without him even realizing it. He just listened quietly to what time it was, not even noticing the tears inexplicably rolling down his cheeks...

He had only ever seen similar scenes in games or on television before, but now he was witnessing these tragic events being described word by word in front of a "close friend" in an extremely pained tone.

This soul-stirring experience was something Wang Kai could never have imagined, much less that it would happen to this young girl in the prime of her life...

Driven by the flames of revenge, the arduous struggle for survival, and the desperate rebirth after giving up in despair, the plot may seem old-fashioned, but from a different perspective, it is remarkably similar to Martha's fate.

Wang Kai, a grown man nearing thirty, shouldn't have been brought to tears by a few words, but in his excitement, he didn't know what to say. He could only quietly turn away, wipe his eyes, and reply.

"Ah, it wasn't tears, I just ate too many onions... Um, Ilya, I deeply sympathize with what happened to you. But 'revenge' and all that, you mean doing that killing... or something, right?"

"Of course, it's the natural order to pay with one's life!"

"To be honest, I've hardly ever been in a fight in my entire life, let alone... if your enemy were some dungeon boss, I wouldn't hesitate to..."

Upon hearing that there was hope, Ilya quickly stepped forward, covered her chest with her hand, and emphasized her words.

"Kyle...sir, you are 'Saintess's' companion, aren't you?"

"of course."

"You agree with what the Holy Maiden said about 'there is no distinction between high and low bloodlines,' right..."

"Of course, but those demons who harmed your family, though they didn't die a good death, were still...human beings after all."

"Whether it's my parents or those demons, given your belief in 'racial equality,' you also believe that the lives of vile souls shouldn't be arbitrarily taken away... Simply put, no matter how brutal those demons are, you treat them as equal 'humans.' But I want to ask you a core question: Do you think brutal souls still have the right to live in this world?"

If this debate continues, it seems the topic is getting out of control.

Wang Kai has never considered such a profound question in his life. After all, in that society, whether a criminal deserved to die was determined by the national law and judges. Whether a life was spared was not determined by the victim, much less by him, the "community electrician".

Wang Kai could only remain silent in response...

Ilya saw that pressing her advantage was useless, but she was certain that the tearful expression in the other party's eyes just now was definitely not faked.

The only puzzling thing is that such a powerful person hesitated in such a "legitimate and just" place.

Could it be because, as a companion of the 'Saintess,' he inherited not only her understanding but also some inappropriate kindness...?

It's laughable. In this dog-eat-dog world, kindness, though precious, is poison for survival...

Putting those issues aside for now, Ilya realized that neither "justice" nor "humanity" could completely convince Wang Kai to help her. So she gritted her teeth, took a few steps forward, and looked up at his face.

Her expression changed from arrogant to helpless and pleading.

"Lord Kyle... no, brother, I know you've been thinking about this for so long without giving an answer. Do you feel that helping someone get revenge isn't worth it? After all, when you ask an adventurer for a quest, you need to pay a corresponding and reasonable reward, right?"

"That's true in theory, but in this matter..."

“I understand, Kyle. It’s okay if you can’t bring yourself to do it. As long as you beat those demons half to death, I’ll finish them off myself, and that will be considered as you completing your mission.”

"Whether I do it myself, or you finish the job in the name of revenge, it's a bit... not quite right, especially when it comes to the reward..."

"Although I have nothing now, as long as you help me get revenge, I... will be completely yours at that moment. That is the only reward I can guarantee."

"ownership?"

"Yes, to put it simply, from that moment on, I, Ilya, became your slave. Everything I have will belong to you, including my personality, self-esteem, body, power, wealth... and even my life. This is the maximum reward I can pay for this 'commissioned transaction'! You can make me your servant, or you can use me as an 'object' to be used or discarded at any time during your adventures. Even if... you want to use me as the object of your nightly venting, I will accept it all without any complaints."

As soon as she finished speaking, Ilya blushed and unconsciously looked away.

Wang Kai was somewhat frightened. He thought that by becoming a "messenger of justice" and executing several notorious criminals, he could obtain a slave girl and even do anything to her.

What used to be a scene only described in words in some games is now happening right under your nose. By completing this seemingly easy "side quest," you can recruit the girl in front of you, keep her by your side to help with laundry and cooking, and maybe even warm your bed a few years later...

Just imagine it, it would be a lie to say I didn't feel a little excited...

"Accepting everything without complaint... How ridiculous, Ilya, after all this time, this is the first time I've felt that 'redeeming' you was a mistake."

Suddenly, Zhang Lan's calm voice came from the end of the corridor. With light footsteps, her figure gradually approached from afar. After coming between the two, she first glared at Wang Kai, then looked at the somewhat dazed Ilya.

Wang Kai was the first to react and said something.

"When did you start eavesdropping there?"

"Let me think, just as you stepped out of the cafeteria, tiptoeing like a tomb raider, cautiously dodging traps and hidden weapons, into the corridor..."

"Didn't I hear the whole thing? Wait, listen to me, I also..."

“I know you don’t have the guts yet… Since you can’t agree, then shut your mouth for a little while.”

Zhang Lan walked over and extended a hand to Ilya. Ilya was a little scared and shrank back slightly.

But as a small hand touched Chao Yili's head, a familiar sense of security that had been lost enveloped her, almost causing her to burst into tears that she hadn't shed in years.

"This isn't the place to talk. Unless you want the other sisters to know about your background, come this way... and you come with me!"

Zhang Lan, supporting Ilya's shoulder, slowly walked to the side, and Wang Kai could only shrug helplessly and follow.