Chương 81: Has that person also arrived in the capital?

"Each person can only use one Imperial Arm?"

Tatsumi, who didn't know much about Teigu, was clearly taken aback when he heard Najenda's words.

"Considering compatibility issues, those who can use Imperial Arms are extremely rare."

It wasn't that no one had ever thought about wielding multiple Imperial Arms at the same time, but ultimately, without a doubt, all of them died.

Therefore, the person who can use two Imperial Arms at the same time is absolutely unique in the entire history of the Empire.

I used to think that no one could do that, until I met Yang Cheng.

As Najenda puffed on a cigarette, she recalled the time when Yang Cheng had saved her.

At the time, the people in charge of hunting her down were two of the Empire's "Elite Seven," who, like Akame, belonged to an assassination organization.

The Imperial Arms they originally possessed, "Abyss Possession: Undead Knight" and "Superpower Burst: Balzac," eventually became spoils of war and are now the Imperial Arms used by Yoshinori.

At first, Yang Cheng only had his eye on the "Undead Knight," but after getting the sword, he also thought the mask was cool. When Yang Cheng, who was using the "Undead Knight," finally picked up the "Balzac" and put it on his face, Najenda, who was already seriously injured, was too late to stop him.

Najenda originally thought that Yoshinori wouldn't be able to withstand the power of using two Imperial Arms at the same time, but she was soon surprised.

Yang Cheng, who used both "Undead Knight" and "Balzac", not only escaped unscathed, but also perfectly controlled the power of the two Imperial Arms.

"Tatsumi, Yang Cheng's situation is unprecedented in the entire history of the empire."

So don't think that just because he can do it, you can try it yourself.

Faced with Najendan's warning, Tazumi nodded vigorously, indicating that he understood.

"Yang Cheng, thank you for your hard work this time. You can stay at the base and rest now. If there are any more missions, I will have Brand and the others—" However, before Najenda could finish speaking, Yang Cheng suddenly interjected, "Actually, during the retreat today, I also saw the 'Three Beast Warriors'."

"Three Beast Warriors!" x2 Upon hearing Yang Cheng's words, putting aside the others, Najenda and Brand, who had both served as Imperial generals, couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

Akame, who was once part of the Empire's elite assassination organization, also knew about the "Three Beast Warriors," but she was a taciturn person, so she didn't show any obvious emotions at the moment.

"Are you sure it's the Three Beast Warriors? Then is that person also...?"

"I'm not sure either. At the time, apart from the three beastmen, I didn't sense her presence."

"It was because I saw the Three Beast Warriors that I decided to retreat with Mine and the others as soon as possible. Otherwise, if that person were also in the capital, I might not be able to leave either."

Najenda, taking a drag of her cigarette with a somewhat grave expression, nodded and said, "Your judgment is correct. If that person really comes back, you, with Mine and Hill, will have no chance of escaping unscathed."

Faced with Yang Cheng and Najenda's continued cryptic exchanges, the impatient Leone was clearly getting a little impatient.

"Boss, who exactly are these 'Three Beast Warriors' you're talking about, that they deserve your utmost fear?"

"The Three Beast Warriors are quite famous in the Empire. They are also Imperial Arms users and their strength is quite remarkable."

But the most troublesome person isn't the Three Beasts Earth, but the person the Three Beast Warriors serve. I think you should have heard of her name, right?

She is Esdeath, hailed as one of the two pillars of the Empire!

When I betrayed the empire, I almost died at her hands. I lost this arm and my right eye at that time.

Esdeath's strength is absolutely beyond your comprehension; she once single-handedly dealt with a massive alien army of hundreds of thousands that had been harassing the empire's borders for years.

I've always believed that to truly defeat him, we'd need at least ten top-tier Imperial Arms users, including Akame.

Although they had heard of Esdeath's name, Leone, Mine, and the others, who knew nothing about her specific achievements, were instantly stunned when they heard Najenda's words.

"In short, if you do encounter Esdeath during a mission, just run away without hesitation."

She is different from others. To put it bluntly, no amount of scheming or planning will work against a monster of her caliber.

So far, I only know of one person who has been able to face her head-on and emerge unscathed.

"Boss, who do you think is capable of fighting Esdeath? The other one of the Empire's Twin Pillars, General Bud?"

Najenda did not answer Leone's question, but slowly turned her head to look at a figure beside her.

Because of her gaze, the other members of Night Raid present eventually focused their attention on Yang Cheng.

"Don't look at me like that. Although I have indeed fought Esdeath, more than once."

But I have no confidence in defeating her, since she didn't try to kill me either of our previous two encounters.

If it were a life-or-death battle, I'd most likely be the loser.

Upon hearing Yang Cheng's account of the night raid, they not only did not underestimate Yang Cheng, but instead became even more wary of Esdeath.

After all, everyone in Night Raid had witnessed Yang Cheng's strength.

They had previously conducted simulated battles, and Yang Cheng, alone, was able to hold his own against the entire group during their night raid.

Yet Yang Cheng, despite all this, said he had no confidence in facing Esdeath, which shows just how powerful this Imperial General was.

"According to the BOSS, Esdeath is ruthless towards her enemies, right?"

Even her former friend and boss were almost killed by her, so why didn't she ruthlessly kill Yang Cheng, who also betrayed her?

Upon hearing Tatsumi's question, the Night Raid members immediately transformed into gossipy onlookers, all turning their attention to Yang Cheng.

"Because I was not only her subordinate, but also her only remaining member of her clan."

Moreover, my previous choice to retire was not considered a betrayal, and even now, she doesn't know that I joined Night Raid.

Knowing her personality, if she knew I was on her side, she probably wouldn't hold back—wait! Lacia is in danger!

Yang Cheng, who had been talking eloquently, immediately realized a point he had previously overlooked when he imagined himself standing on the opposite side of Esdeath.

He was already all alone and naturally had nothing to fear, but now he has a family member with him!

Moreover, in order to free this relative from the suppression and persecution by the minister's faction, Yang Cheng had previously asked Esdeath for help.