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by adminEpisode 141 – Welcome to Yeon-guk 4 –
“You are a homunculus? Then I would be the recipient of the Imperial Golden Lion Medal.”
“Don’t play around.”
“What you said was at exactly that level.
The person who received the Golden Lion Medal will be fine on this earth. Is there such a thing as a homunculus that identifies itself as a homunculus?”
“… there is. Because I have it.”
“So, I am also a recipient of the Golden Lion Medal. Got it?”
Of course, in my case, I am a real recipient of the Golden Lion Medal.
“… Don’t play around. I’m serious.”
“Good. Now that I think about it, there are some people with false statements who believe that it’s true, right?
Whether it’s real or not, there’s a basis for thinking that way. So why do you think that?”
Among patients with false statements, there are people whose symptoms have persisted for a long time and who cannot distinguish between truth and lies.
Because such people believe it to be real and have thought about it for a long time, it is difficult to find loopholes in their logic.
So at least it will exist.
Why did something like that happen?
“It was quite a while ago. Can you listen to me?”
“First, I will listen to you whether you are a real homunculus or not. If it’s true, you should hear it. Even if it’s not, you need to know why you have mental illness.”
“… Yes.”
She made a wistful expression as if she was briefly reminiscing about the past.
I just opened my mouth.
“In the past, I just lived a normal life. People around me say it was normal.”
“There’s no way it’s normal. So-called ordinary people will become one with alchemy before they become adults in Yeonguk.”
“… It was the average for people from all over the country.”
It was a minor thing that didn’t need to be pointed out.
The truth is that the patient will have created his or her own settings over a long period of time, so small things must cause cracks.
Something he would never do.
You have to find it.
“I barely remember anything from before. But there is a moment when memories begin.”
“What do you mean by previous memory?”
“The day I realized I was a homunculus. And it all starts from then.”
Ohh?
Are you saying this directly?
“Where my memories begin. I’m not sure exactly when, but I woke up. It was in an unidentified solution.”
Was it really a homunculus?
It’s hard to be sure. That statement itself may be false.
At least if that was true, there was a possibility that she was a real homunculus.
I continued to listen.
“It was a factory complex. And I had no memory. Perhaps Lily was originally working in a factory.
It must have been because of how they dealt with the real Lily that I woke up there.”
what?
What kind of bullshit is that?
“Wait a minute. Wouldn’t that usually lead to memory loss? What kind of accident must he go through there to think he is a homunculus who lost his memory in an accident?”
“Because the memories of the homunculus remained intact. In order to avoid being discovered that you are a homunculus, it is common sense to know that.
So, those memories were so important that they remained even when I lost them in an accident.”
…
wow.
I think he’s just an asshole.
This is usually called memory loss.
This is exactly what I experienced in two sparring matches with the general and the swordsman.
But what on earth do you have to do to think that it’s a homunculus?
Are you sane?
‘I thought it was so great.’
Although I have never actually seen a patient with false statements.
In the case of the serious one, they seem to have believed too much when they said that it felt real because it was a setting that had been built up over a long period of time.
okay. There’s no way it’s actually that common.
There must have been a lot of logic here and there.
“ character. So let’s think briefly. Normally, if it were a homunculus, would the memory remain in that situation?
Wouldn’t it be more of a priority to follow the master’s orders?”
“It probably doesn’t work because it’s something that blows my memory. If that’s the case.
And the homunculi of this land need to have a strong sense of self, so it’s not strange if they put that as a secondary priority.”
hmm. I understand for sure.
This woman is clearly a pitiful mental patient who thinks she is a homunculus.
It doesn’t make sense for an ordinary human to accidentally have an accident and lose everything except his memories of the homunculus.
It makes sense that a homunculus’s duties would disappear due to an accident.
Except for the memories of the homunculus.
‘Is he really an asshole?’
What kind of idiot would look at this and think it’s real?
First of all, it’s not me.
“… ”
“You know very well that you can’t believe it. But it’s real. That’s the truth without any lies.
Acting sane now… That’s because it was a few years ago, so I learned all the knowledge later. In the beginning, I didn’t know more about Yeon-guk than you did.”
“The reason I am speechless is not because I am worried about whether it is true, but because I suspect that your cognitive ability is impaired.”
“No matter what you thought, I was the one who went through that. I will know better than you.”
“There are so many people in the world who don’t know themselves! It’s human that you can’t even see your own face right now!
But how do you know yourself so well! How little objectivity do humans have!”
“At least better than you.”
“Then, let’s start with that. Why do you want to become one with alchemy?”
“I am a homunculusㅡ”
“So, if you’re going to search because you feel guilty, it’s better to just search. If you really feel guilty, just act the same way.
If you feel guilty about treating a fake like the real thing, why not just send money? Among Yeonguk people, there are a lot of people who see family as a way to make money.”
I wonder if there is a good reason.
There is no reason for her to ask me.
“That’s not the reason.”
Of course there must be a reason.
Because pleasure killers also had the motivation of pleasure.
In a slightly relaxed atmosphere, she continued speaking.
“There is a well-known fact among Yeonguk people. Homunculi advance into other countries and become insiders, turning even close friends into homunculi.”
A manipulation of public opinion carried out in the past to prevent social chaos regarding homunculi.
Of course, public opinion control could not have worked for Yeonguk people.
So people in Yeonguk know that homunculi have made inroads into other countries as well.
However, the reason why this fact was not made known until now that control was lifted.
This is because the Yeonguk people treated the fact itself as an asset and did not inform their overseas wives.
“That can happen. There is no way to control public opinion in a country directly exposed to the threat of homunculi.”
“Yes. So there are side effects. As for the close relationship with the homunculus… There is a possibility that it is a homunculus.”
“It is a reasonable suspicion. So what’s the problem?”
“You also noticed it, right? The family of the person who was body snatched… I can never live a normal life.
Because I think my family is also a homunculus. And since it could be a real homunculus, they treat it even harsher.”
“Even if he’s not close to you, he’s close to your family, and if that family is a homunculus, you could be cornered too.”
“Yes. At least if you treat the homunculus harshly, you can at least be less suspicious.”
Guilt by association.
Modern society, of course.
Even in this country, the law was abolished more than 100 years ago.
It is rare for this to be properly observed.
Personally, it’s natural. It is very rare to deviate from this in public.
It was like that on Earth too.
There is no reason not to do that here.
Even more so if there is a reasonable reason.
“It is better for me to be alone than for my family to become one with alchemy. My family will be shocked to learn that the person they loved is a fake.
Other people will hate my family because of the possibility that they are homunculi.”
“Would you rather die alone than that? Because death is common in Yeonuk.”
“Okay.”
“Then you can become one with alchemy yourself, right? Sudden death is common in Yeonuk, so I think you can go somewhere and become one with alchemy.”
If you commit suicide, there is no way you will ever be found.
When a homunculus dies, it turns into mush.
In other words, we don’t know who died.
In other words, if you die while taking off all the clothes you were wearing.
All we know is that the homunculus is dead. This means there is no way to know who it was.
Of course, through anecdotal evidence, it will be said that someone was a homunculus.
But it doesn’t mean anything.
Anyway, all of Kakill’s corpses will be taken to Kakill’s headquarters for a funeral within a day.
You can’t put too much pressure on that.
but.
“I can’t do it. It’s because I’m a homunculus. You can never become one with alchemy using ordinary methods.”
“Did you try?”
“Yes. I tried to do something. however… I couldn’t do it.”
What you need to be careful about when creating a homunculus is autonomy.
Although it has no soul, it somehow creates a human-like freedom.
This is because one can express opinions that are contrary to the Creator.
Not because I have ego.
Just because it’s human to do that.
So, from the perspective of actually creating a homunculus, such restrictions are placed.
Very small, yet effective things.
Suicide would be one of those examples.
“I tried to cut my wrist with a knife… I couldn’t do it. I tried to jump but failed. Even though I try to become one with alchemy…
There was a time when I was trying to not get sick. So I can’t do it. Because it is made so that one cannot commit suicide.”
Because he is a homunculus, he cannot commit suicide.
This is a very plausible reason.
There are few things as useless as a doll that breaks itself.
however…
Don’t ordinary humans do that too?
Doesn’t he seem like an ordinary person who is afraid of committing suicide?
People who commit suicide do not end their lives because death is light.
People end their lives simply because they fear reality more than death.
She worries about what will happen if it is revealed that she is a homunculus.
Reality could not be more frightening than death.
But then you just do it because you’re human.
What did you see? It’s a homunculus.
‘No matter how you look at it, it looks like an ordinary human being suffering from a mental illness called homunculus.’
Among the real mental illnesses, there was one where one’s arms could not control themselves.
That level belongs to the pharmacy department.
There was also a miracle where one’s personality split into two.
This is it.
“Then I will explain a sure method. It can be because I am very certain that both you and I are satisfied.”
“Good… So are you leaving now?”
“Yes. That’s how it should be. Humans are social animals, and we can’t live like this forever.”
A species that perished because it could not cooperate.
There’s a dragon somewhere out there.
Removes the magic so you can hear surrounding sounds again.
Murmurs poured into the surroundings.
The first thing I did was expand my energy and identify Lucas and the healing saint.
Fortunately, they both seemed to be in the same place, just fine.
After making sure it was safe, I went nearby.
And it kept going around until someone suitable caught it.
“What is it? Why are you there? What relationship do you have with outsiders?”
It was good.
met.
“Ah. This person is mentally ill.”
“Mental illness? But why meet an outsider? And I never asked you?”
“No. If you ask a mentally ill person something, will they give you a proper answer?”
“Then what kind of mental illness is it, and why are you meeting an outsider?”
“I have a mental illness where I think I am a homunculus.”
In Yeonguk, the boundary between outsiders and insiders is basically clear.
Then, of course, there will be people who look unfavorably on insiders meeting outsiders.
Then of course you will say something.
Then, the position will be completed naturally.
This is a place to let people know that this woman has a mental illness.
“Psychotic disorder that believes oneself to be a homunculus? Why do you say that?”
“No, this woman is a homunculus, so kill her to appease her.
Just by looking at it, it’s abnormal, right? It’s just that an ordinary person suffers from mental illness and thinks he’s a homunculus.”
Her face crumples at my words.
Because they probably didn’t know that it would be revealed openly here.
“Good. I mean, I’m mentally ill, but then why did I meet you? You haven’t told me why you met with an outsider yet?”
“Ah. This poor mentally ill woman who thought she was a homunculus felt guilty, perhaps because she was unfortunately human.
And because I was human, I still had love for my family, so I guess I wanted to die. If it is revealed that you are a homunculus, your family will be in danger.”
“Then shouldn’t I just go somewhere and live as a guest? Why bother… ”
“How many people can die just because they have to, even though it is not difficult? Not me. So, they asked me, an outsider, to do this.
I have no problem with this person’s family being homunculi.”
“That’s right, giggle.”
Of course, any normal person would know that that woman was definitely not a homunculus.
I don’t know because she lost her memory.
A homunculus rarely escapes its instincts through accidents.
If you have a high level of alchemy, you will know.
A being capable of creating a homunculus would not have left security so lax.
“Ji says he wants to kill me. Then it will become clear.”
She was startled by those words.
What she wanted was to die without anyone knowing that she was a homunculus.
Because dying so openly wasn’t what she wanted.
If you were human like we are here, it would be okay.
If it’s a real homunculus. Because from her perspective, it is a catastrophe.
But I, Abraxas.
There is no reason to throw something without such measures.
“ character. Let me think about it using common sense. Whether this person is a psychopath who thinks he is a homunculus or a homunculus with genuine remorse, why should we kill him?”
“That’s it… ”
“If you are a human, you are an ordinary person with mental illness? It’s just one woman, so you can leave it alone. Even if it’s a real homunculus, we should leave it alone.
If it’s true, you’ll feel remorse, so it’s worth a lot of research. Since you will feel remorse, it will be favorable to you.”
“Aha. It sounds like you can use it as a kind of insider.”
“Correct answer.”
The man looked happy and laughed heartily.
It was because I got some interesting information.
“Thank you for the good information? So what is that guy’s name?”
“Alligator.”
“Yes. Then thank you. hey. And in Yeon-guk, such information is not leaked carelessly. From next time, take money and deliver it.”
“Thank you for your kindness.”
I knew it.
I did it on purpose because my goal was to spread rumors.
He chuckled and walked away.
Since the mouth looks light, it will blow quickly.
This is not information that can be used for money.
Now all that was left was her and me.
And now all that was left was her and me.
“For now, no matter what, you have to follow me.”
“You will resent it… ”
This woman. I was so distracted that I couldn’t even listen properly.
“Please rest assured that your identity has not been stolen. Because I made people recognize you as a man through simple actions.”
“What is that… ?”
“Before. That middle-aged man said it was the ‘man’s’ name. Don’t worry, your identity hasn’t been stolen.”
A spell was cast in that short period of time.
This was possible because her hair was close to bob.
People in Yeonguk probably thought he was a rather handsome man.
Since he was from Yeonguk, he would have been unrecognizable because he wore neutral clothes.
“Then there’s no reason to follow you around anymore.”
“That’s right. So I’d like to make you a suggestion. I’m surprisingly strong, so I can help your family escape from this country.”
When I whispered secretly without telling others, her eyes opened.
She also hates Yeon-guk.
The only people in the country who have patriotism are old men.
All young people want to get out.
That’s why I hate homunculi even more because they make that impossible.
“For us, it is possible unless your family is in the triple digits. So, please follow along. Because we also have something we’re really curious about.”
What she really needs is the salvation of her family.
That much can be saved.
After all, we are nobles and high-ranking clergy.
It’s not impossible.
“Let’s start with the full name. My name is Abraxas Mentutihotep.”
“Mentutihotep… ? A foreigner’s last name… ? you… Are you a noble by any chance?”
“What. Is this your first time seeing a noble come here? Ah, this is my first time seeing it.”
Because there is no way a noble would come here.
Usually, if you come, I send a representative.
She closed her eyes and thought.
He must be seriously considering whether he should grant my request.
But she is also from Yeonguk.
People who have lived in an environment where they can die at any time if they are not rational.
It has already been revealed that he is a homunculus.
The choice she would make was decided.
“Yes. okay. I’ll be with you.”
“Then, tell me your name first. Your real name is basic in transactions.”
Of course, there are no rules like that.
People here will track you down as long as you have a name.
“… My name is. Lily Barbabosa.”
“Wait a minute. What?”
And I couldn’t believe my ears when I heard her name.
“My name. Lily.”
“No no. that… What is your last name?”
“Barbarossa.”
This is nonsense.
I wanted to say it was a lie, but
It was even more of a problem because it couldn’t be a lie.
“You really have the last name Barbarossa?”
“Uh. It’s not a common last name, so I’ve never seen a last name like it.”
Surely it could be a common surname?
Because there is only one clan that can use that surname.
because… There is only one person on this earth with the last name Barbarossa.
Because there is no other creator than Mikhail Barbosa.
And now I am the only one who knows that Changje’s real name is Mikhail Barbabosa.
That is, to put it simply.
Lily Barbabosa.
A woman who claims to be a homunculus.
He is a descendant of the founder.
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