Chapter 343 - Cassius's First Time

Two radiant, flower-like faces were revealed from under the masks. Their features were sharp and commanding, exuding a sense of power like roses amid gunfire. They had both the heat of battle and the icy chill of snow and frost. There was an unmistakable air of untouchable elegance about them.

But now, the Two Jokers were forcibly pinned to their chairs by psychokinesis, and their cloaks had been torn off. A hint of panic flashed through their vibrant eyes, and they bit their full lips in frustration.

"Two-tone Roses?! The leaders of the Ace of Spades are you two?" A surprised voice suddenly rang out from the table from Ray, the psychokinesis user who had been controlling them.

The Two Jokers' eyelids twitched.

"Oh? Ray, you know them? Tell me more..." Cassius stood behind the two beauties like a statue, his hands resting lightly on their shoulders. His fingers sank into their soft flesh. It felt nice, but he wasn't doing it to take advantage of them.

Cassius's Golem life magnetic field had already activated, and was scanning their bodies. He came to a conclusion: they weren't dark creatures, but rather neo-humans.

Both of the Ace of Spades' leaders were neo-humans.

Ray then gave a more detailed explanation. Apparently, newly born neo-humans had begun awakening abilities tied to their bloodlines in the past half-century, granting them powers far beyond ordinary humans. Cassius knew this already, since neo-humans originated from the now-destroyed Black Rain Manor. In the original timeline, Black Rain Manor had been severely damaged by Twilight and suddenly vanished.

The Hellsings, who were once bound by marks, regained their freedom, and various styles and traditions were passed down, rapidly evolving into what is now known as the neo-human group.

As their numbers grew, and the circle widened, some began to exhibit mutations in their abilities. These were new, mutated powers, some beneficial and others harmful. The Two-tone Roses were a beneficial mutation.

However, their abilities weren't combat-oriented but rather auxiliary. The Two-tone Roses had awakened psychic abilities, though they weren't strong fighters. Their real strength lay in helping others with their cultivation. The voices of the sisters carried a unique spiritual frequency that could effectively calm a person's mind. The more excited or agitated the person was, the stronger the calming effect.

As for when a person's emotions are most heightened—well, that's easy enough to guess. Their singing could also achieve a similar effect, though weaker.

After being calmed by their spiritual powers, the beneficiary would enter a sage-like state. Any cultivation or problem-solving they did afterward would be twice as effective. In short, it was a very valuable and useful ability.

To top it off, the ability holders were two beautiful women.

As expected, the Two-tone Roses quickly caught the attention of powerful figures within the neo-human circles. But just as those experts were about to make their move, the Roses disappeared without a trace.

However, years later, they had reemerged as the leaders of the Ace of Spades in Beiliu County's underground world.

Ray's explanation wasn't thorough, only skimming the surface of what he had learned back then. There were many events where only the Two Jokers knew the full story. For instance, how were their psychic abilities exposed? Knowing they were easy targets in the neo-human world, why did they reveal themselves? And how had they silently replaced the original Two Jokers of the Ace of Spades?

Yes, the Two-tone Roses were not the original Two Jokers. The Ace of Spades had been a powerful force for many years.

But none of this mattered to Cassius. Neither the Ace of Spades nor the neo-humans deserved his full attention. There was an absolute gap in both strength and rank between him and them.

Currently, only two things warranted his full focus: the Gate Organization and the Black Ops Agency.

So, Cassius only made a mental note of the sisters' psychic abilities. Calming one's spirit, with the effect becoming stronger the more excited one was?

He had to wonder, would this ability work on his three personas?

When Cassius mastered the Southern Dipper Sonic Snake Fist, he had balanced his Cold and Killer personas. This had already resolved the most crucial issue of the three core principles. At the very least, he no longer had to worry about losing control and falling into endless slaughter during battle.

The most dangerous problem had been mitigated. However, there were also other side effects. Now, the Main Persona was being suppressed by both the Cold and Killer personas, which occasionally resulted in headaches.

It even led to periods of mental confusion.

This side effect was certainly much better; after all, there was no longer a fear of the Main Persona being overtaken by one of the others. But it still couldn't be considered entirely normal or healthy, as risks remained.

In his ideal state, Cassius envisioned the three personas existing in equilibrium, like an equilateral triangle. The Killer, Cold, and Main personas would operate at the same level, each checking the others and advancing in harmony.

Currently, the Killer Persona had the Southern Dipper Red Falcon Fist, the Cold Persona had the Southern Dipper Sonic Snake Fist, but the Main Persona was still lacking.

If the Main Persona could also master a Southern Dipper Covert Martial Inheritance, not only would the three core principles become perfectly stable, but the Southern Dipper Covert Martial Inheritances might even resonate with one another.

Cassius could already feel his cultivation speed increasing just by having the Sonic Snake and Red Falcon Fist techniques. If he could add a third technique, and the three techniques resonated together, then...

An hour later, the banquet in the restaurant had long since ended. The Two Jokers didn't even have time to resist before everything was settled and they became Cassius's subordinates.

At 1:30 in the afternoon, a cool breeze blew through the open window at the end of the hallway. Sunlight slanted in, banishing the shadows from the corridor.

The glass covers over the decorative oil paintings on the walls reflected a faint light.

The two sisters stood quietly in front of the brown door, their expressions filled with nervous apprehension. After recalling the words spoken in the restaurant, they hesitated but ultimately reached out and gently knocked on the door.

In the room, Cassius slowly opened his eyes as he sat cross-legged.

"Come in."

The wooden door creaked open, and golden light spilled in like water, pooling in the doorway. The Two-tone Roses stood elegantly in a beam of sunlight, their skin flawless and fair.

For some reason, both of them were dressed in quite peculiar outfits. The one with golden hair wore a tight red leather dress that clung to her curves, highlighting her seductive figure. Her long, shapely legs were toned and firm, with curves that traced up to her hips and waist.

The silver-haired one was dressed in a soft, deep-blue silk robe. Her slender waist extended up to her chest, her curves as graceful as mountain ridges in spring, both modest and bold. The exposed skin of her neck and ankles was as white as ice floating in the sea.

Both women had similar, delicate faces with refined and striking features. Their cold, alluring eyes were framed by sharp eyebrows, and their full lips were a tempting red.

At that moment, both pairs of enchanting eyes were fixed on Cassius.

There was a hint of tenderness in their gaze as they stepped into the light.

"Close the door," Cassius squinted slightly as he stood up.

"Yes."

Five seconds later, Cassius slowly walked up to the two sisters. He couldn't shake the sense of familiarity as he looked them over again. It was as if there was a faint, elusive aura lingering around them, like an intangible fragrance.

"L-Lord... it seems like your mental state is a bit off... Do you need us to help soothe you a little?"

Golden Rose spoke suddenly, her voice husky and seductive, naturally carrying a rich allure, much like a fine wine.

"Heh... let's give it a try then..."

Cassius smiled faintly. He had intended to test the Two-tone Roses' supposed psychic abilities. As for his mental state being off, Cassius had just withdrawn from his Killer Persona, and the bloodshot veins in his eyes had yet to fade.

A minute later, the golden-haired young man was sitting on a soft sofa. To his right was the icy, aloof silver-haired beauty in her silk robe. To his left was the fiery, seductive woman in the red leather dress. Both of them were turned slightly toward him.

Cassius crossed his arms, his eyelids drooping. The sunlight streaming through the window cast shadows across the deep lines of his face.

𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

The Two-tone Roses began to hum softly, their voices blending into a melody of a song that was popular then. Their voices were beautiful, with a unique texture. Each lyric ended with a subtle, tantalizing note, like a gentle hand brushing across his chest.

But it wasn't just their melodic voices; there was an unmistakable mental frequency woven into their singing. It blended into the air like rippling waves, shimmering like water and reflecting the light.

It was as if a gentle wave of water was gradually closing in from either side of Cassius, subtly stirring the powerful Qi within him.

It really did have some effect. The mental strain that had been plaguing Cassius after his training eased slightly, and his previously tense heart felt much lighter.

His once stern brow gradually softened, and his expression became calmer.

On either side of him, the twin sisters exchanged a glance and began singing more earnestly. Their voices were now laced with even more mystical power. This was their last-ditch effort; they were not willing to merely submit as subordinates.

Neither of them had been implanted with the Golem Seed yet, and they intended to use their psychic abilities for one final attempt, with Cassius as their target. Their abilities didn't just soothe; at full strength, they could hypnotize the mind and influence one's willpower.

The enchanting song drifted through the room.

Cassius' eyelids grew heavier, and his breathing became more even. His chest rose and fell steadily, as though he was on the verge of falling asleep.

The sisters' eyes lit up with joy as they slowly inched closer. The two of them nearly leaned against Cassius' powerful shoulders, their red lips whispering close to his ears as if sharing secrets.

The faint scent of flowers wafted around his nose. At the same time, the sisters nodded to each other. Their enticing tones slipped through their lips like soft hands gently stroking his brain.

It was a dreamlike melody, so intoxicating that one couldn't help but fall into it.

Cassius' eyes finally closed completely.

"It worked!" Golden Rose smiled brightly. But the very next moment, her smile froze on her lips.

She suddenly saw a fiery red mist erupt from Cassius' left side like a roaring flame, instantly filling half the room.

A swirling vortex spun, and something descended from the dark depths above.

Screech!!!

The shrill cry of a raptor exploded in their ears, and a menacing, vicious blood falcon spread its enormous wings, blotting out the sky as it swooped down.

It landed right in front of Golden Rose, its crimson eyes locked onto her. Her terrified, panic-stricken figure was reflected in its eyes.

On the other side, Silver Rose instinctively tried to retreat, but a purple-scaled python had somehow wrapped itself around her leg, leaving deep red marks on her pale skin. Her soft flesh bulged from between the snake's coils. It climbed upward, slowly but relentlessly, like a predator tightening its grip on its prey.

"What on earth have we awakened?!"

"Why is this happening?!"

The two sisters' faces paled, and their bodies went limp.

Meanwhile, on the sofa, the young man with golden hair, who had seemed to be asleep, opened his eyes. His pupils were entirely black, lifeless and hollow. Black Qi swirled around him, rolling and flickering like flames.

Crack, crack...

Cassius's entire body began to swell, growing from 1.8 meters to 1.9 meters in height. His lean and defined frame grew sharp and chiseled. His rock-hard muscles bulged, exuding strength. His arms rippled with smooth, sleek lines of muscle, and his skin gleamed under the sunlight as if coated in golden oil.

It was quite the captivating sight.

His upper clothing tore apart, and twenty stars lit up on his chest. Half were red, and half were purple. Three white-hot spots ignited around his waist, at his kidneys.

Cassius had entered a rare state, his mind exceptionally clear as his body was driven by the primal energy of Golem Covert Martial Arts. The Killer Persona and Cold Persona were both expelled, along with a significant amount of Qi.

The Main Persona in his mind had entered into its purest state. His body was now acting purely on instinct.

Cassius glanced at the two sisters huddled on either end of the sofa. His lips curled into a wicked smile.

He suddenly stood up, his towering figure blocking the sunlight from the window. His enormous shadow slowly loomed over the two women in the room.

***

The red glow of the setting sun bathed the room.

A smooth, pale back was exposed on the bed, a long, slender groove running down the middle. Most of it was covered by a thin blanket, and the sunlight highlighted the elegant shape of her shoulder blades.

A young man with golden hair rested against the headboard in the middle of the bed.

His shoulders were broad, his jaw sharp and angular, and his deep eyes seemed like black pools, partially obscured by drifting smoke.

A cigarette dangled from his lips.

The bluish-red glow of the ember flickered faintly, lighting up and dimming in turn.

Suddenly, the young man cursed softly.

"What the hell just happened?"