Chương 72: Decision: Tatsumi, the rookie who joins Night Raid

Seeing Yang Cheng being scolded, the others from the Night Raid all wore expressions of schadenfreude.

Mine, however, sat to the side, propping her chin up, and said, "It's all because of that survivor in this mission, otherwise we wouldn't have wasted so much time."

If we had more time, we could have made even more money, which would have given us more funds, and I could finally afford the fancy desserts from that restaurant in the capital.

Akame: "(") Is a fancy dessert as delicious as meat?"

Mine: "(^') Of course, that shop's desserts are super famous, but they're a bit expensive. I thought I could make some extra money on this mission, but now it's all gone."

Akame: "(_) It's okay, Mine, I'll bring you lots of meat today."

Hearing Mine's mutterings, Najenda, taking a drag of her cigarette, looked at Yang Cheng and asked, "Does that boy named Tatsumi really have the potential to become an assassin?"

"At least in my opinion, he should be more suited to be an assassin than I am."

Although Ping is a bit weak now, with a little training, he might even surpass me and Akame to become the mainstay of Night Raid.

Hearing Yang Cheng's evaluation of Tatsumi, the Night Raid members present were also surprised.

Najenda crossed her arms and smiled expectantly, saying, "This is the first time I've heard you speak so highly of someone. What about the boy's own wishes?"

Najenda had also heard the opinions of the other Night Raid members regarding Tatsumi's situation.

Apart from the prejudiced Mine, everyone else greatly admired Tatsumi's abilities.

However, their "night raid" is not a pyramid scheme, and whether or not to join them depends on the boy's own wishes.

The boy Najenda was referring to was currently strolling through the streets of the capital with his two friends from the same village, Sayo and Iyeas.

In just one day, Tatsumi, whose chest was still wrapped in bandages, was able to move around freely.

In order to allow Sayo and Iyeas to take their childhood friend on a tour of the capital, Lacia generously gave them the day off.

As they walked towards Arya's mansion, the three discovered that even after a day and a night, members of the Imperial City's security force were still maintaining order, and a large number of onlookers like themselves had gathered around.

"Was it those same people who did the night raid again? I heard that nearly a hundred people, including servants, were all wiped out."

"Isn't it said that night raids only kill those scoundrels in the capital? I've heard that this family is a well-known and virtuous family."

Their young lady, Arya, is not only beautiful but also a kind and gentle person.

"So some things really can't be taken as gossip. Night Raid is an assassin organization. How can there be good people among assassins?"

They're all just people who'll do anything for money. They make it sound so nice, but aren't they just henchmen of the noble lords anyway?

Hearing the comments from the onlookers, Tatsumi felt extremely indignant and was about to go forward to say something when Sayo and Ieyasu reached out and pulled him back.

"Are you crazy to stand up for Night Raid at a time like this? The police can take you away for investigation immediately."

I even suspect that these people were planted here as a sting operation to enforce the law.

"Yes, Tatsumi, you've only just arrived in the capital, you don't yet understand the dangers and darkness here."

Brother Yang Cheng and his group are committed to the darkness, and they don't care about reputation. If they can't keep their composure over such a small matter, they don't deserve to be part of the Night Raid.

When Iyeas said this, his tone was clearly a little sour.

When Iyeas first learned of the Night Raid and what they had done, he had considered becoming one of them.

However, Yang Cheng refused his request.

The reason is that he doesn't have the qualities of an assassin; compared to assassins, he and Sayo are more suited to be bodyguards.

Looking at the mansion in front of him, which was mostly collapsed and the other half frozen in ice, Ieyasu slowly turned to Tatsumi and said, "Tatsumi, actually I envy you."

I have always admired Brother Yang Cheng and his group, and I have always wanted to be one of them.

Unfortunately, Brother Yangcheng said that neither Shayou nor I had the qualities to become assassins.

Although I'm very unwilling, I think Brother Yang Cheng's judgment and vision are probably correct. This time, I, Uncle Iyeas, will just admit defeat for now.

"Huh? Hasn't Ieyasu always been losing to Tatsumi?"

And while I do admire Brother Yang Cheng and the others, I never intended to be a helper. I hope you won't include me in that.

I think protecting Miss Lacia is a good job, and it's not necessary to join the Night Raid to help Brother Yangcheng and the others.

As a girl, Sayo was obviously more thoughtful. She first bluntly exposed Iyeas's shortcomings, which eased the awkward atmosphere between them, and then reminded Iyeas that what they were doing was also very meaningful.

Although Miss Lacia was not a member of Night Raid, her contributions were no less than those of any member of Night Raid.

They may not have the strength to fight on the front lines, but sometimes logistical work is just as important.

"Sayonara, I didn't say it was bad to be Miss Lacia's bodyguard!"

"It's too late to apologize now, unless Iyeas takes me and Tatsumi to the best tavern for a meal."

Otherwise, I'll go back and tell Miss Lacia what just happened, and poor Ieyas might be kicked out and slink back to the countryside in disgrace.

Looking at his two childhood friends, one running and the other chasing, Tatsumi also showed a genuine smile.

And it was at this moment that he made his decision.

The empire was so corrupt and dark that he had no intention of joining any imperial army anymore.

He also wanted to become a member of the Night Raid, like Brother Yang Cheng and Sister Leone, to hunt down the scoundrels in the capital and eradicate the cancers of the empire.

Even if he is misunderstood by others, even if he is condemned, he will not hesitate!

A few days later, Tatsumi, who had fully recovered, finally waited for Yosei to return home at Lacey's mansion.

Having prepared himself mentally, Tatsumi walked firmly to Yang Cheng and bowed to him, saying, "Brother Yang Cheng, although I am still quite immature in terms of both strength and personality..."

Even so, I still want to ask you to let me join the night raid.

"Are you really sure? Being an assassin is very dangerous. You might end up with your head cut off any day. Even I am no exception."

"If you want to stay with my sister as a bodyguard like Sayo and the others, that's possible too."

Upon hearing Yang Cheng's words, Tatsumi remained unmoved, firmly stating, "No need to consider it anymore; I'm already prepared!"