Akame ga Kill: Starting with Dual Kamui-Chapter 131: Subjugating Esdeath

"Being a slave isn't necessary... Just join my organization. If you're looking for a fight, once Honest falls, the foreign nations will likely start stirring as well."

Blayn knew how much Esdeath loved battle, so he considered her feelings—just as she had considered his.

From an outsider's perspective, the fall of Prime Minister Honest would throw the Empire into chaos.

With the inevitable clash between the Akatsuki Organization and the Revolutionary Army, it was highly likely that the ever-hostile foreign nations would take advantage of the situation.

"Battle, huh... Compared to those weaklings who can't even put up a decent fight, I'd much rather fight you. You're the only one who can truly satisfy me."

Esdeath spoke bluntly.

"Is that so? Well, whenever you feel like it, I don't mind sparring with you."

"Excellent."

With that, Esdeath officially stood on the same side as Blayn.

As for Honest, his life or death was of no concern to her.

The only reason she had worked with him in the first place was for the opportunity to fight freely and, when the time was right, to challenge General Budo.

But now, with Blayn proving himself even stronger than her, the benefits Honest had once provided meant little.

Just then, Esdeath's sharp gaze suddenly shifted in a particular direction.

"By the way, why don't those two come out now? I'd like to get to know them."

Kurome and Chelsea, hidden in the shadows, immediately realized that Esdeath had pinpointed their location.

Seeing no reason to keep hiding, they calmly stepped forward.

When Esdeath saw them, a glint flickered in her eyes.

She vaguely remembered Kurome, having seen her before at the Empire's assassination unit base.

However, Chelsea was unfamiliar.

"I remember you—Kurome, right? And the other one as well. Are you both Blayn's subordinates?"

Esdeath asked.

"Not really. If you have to put it that way, I'd say he's more like my owner. Wouldn't you agree, Blayn?"

Chelsea grinned playfully.

She was, of course, referring to the time she had disguised herself as a small black cat—when Blayn had quite literally been her owner.

"..."

Blayn instantly realized what Chelsea was implying.

Esdeath raised an eyebrow, looking at Blayn with mild surprise.

"So, you have that kind of hobby? I didn't take you for the type..."

Clearly, she had misunderstood and thought this was something more... unconventional.

For the first time, she saw a side of Blayn that aligned with her own sadistic tendencies.

"No, you've got it all wrong. Remember the little black cat I was carrying back then? That was actually Chelsea."

Blayn quickly explained, eager to clear up the misunderstanding.

"Oh, I see."

Esdeath nodded in understanding.

Though both Esdeath and Chelsea still wore smiles, the atmosphere between them felt oddly tense—like an unspoken rivalry had begun to take shape.

"I'm also very close to the Commander."

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At that moment, Kurome stepped forward, joining Chelsea's side.

To her, Esdeath was now a formidable opponent—not in battle, but in something else entirely.

After all, they had let their guard down for just a moment... and Esdeath had stolen Blayn's first kiss.

"I see."

Esdeath gave a small nod.

"Well then, let's all get along. But let me make one thing clear—Blayn is already mine."

Though her tone remained calm, there was an undeniable dominance in her words—one that allowed no room for argument.

"I'm not anyone's possession. I belong to myself."

Blayn sighed, slightly exasperated.

"Besides, this isn't the time for this conversation. Once we return, we need to prepare—Honest is next."

With that, Blayn brought the discussion back on track.

The biggest threat—Esdeath—had not only been neutralized but had even joined his side.

While he couldn't guarantee she would follow his every command, he was confident that he could keep her in check. Whether she would truly listen... that remained to be seen.

...

Blayn, Esdeath, Kurome, and Chelsea set off for the Imperial Capital.

"By the way, I recently had Honest prepare six Teigu users for me. Should we kill them along the way, or try to make them submit? If we want them to surrender, it might take some effort."

As they walked, Esdeath casually brought up the matter of the "Jaegers."

She had personally named them.

"If we don't have to kill them, then let's avoid it," Blayn replied.

Strengthening the Akatsuki Organization would only work to their advantage.

After all, Honest wasn't the only threat. The Revolutionary Army was arguably an even bigger problem—and on top of that, the foreign nations posed a looming danger as well.

"Understood. Then I'll handle them the same way I did with the Three Beasts."

Esdeath responded indifferently.

The Three Beasts had already become her personal forces, loyal only to her and completely disregarding Honest's orders.

She had ways to make the new Teigu users fall in line—it would just take a little more effort.

...

After returning to the Imperial Capital, Blayn and the others first encountered the Three Beasts.

Seeing Lady Esdeath and Lord Blayn walking together again, the Three Beasts were visibly surprised.

"Lady Esdeath, Lord Blayn."

The trio knelt on one knee, showing deep respect.

At the same time, they couldn't help but feel confused. After everything that had happened, how could Lady Esdeath still be so casually getting along with Lord Blayn?

They also recognized Kurome and Chelsea. The last time they had failed in their mission to assassinate the former Prime Minister Chouri, these two girls had also been part of the convoy.

"Perfect timing—I have an announcement for you. From now on, Blayn is officially your superior... and mine as well."

Esdeath spoke nonchalantly.

Status had never mattered to her, just as she had never minded kneeling before the young Emperor when necessary.

"This is...?"

The three of them were momentarily at a loss.

"I lost. Blayn is stronger than me. According to our agreement, I am no longer a general of the Empire."

Esdeath stated it plainly.

She left the Three Beasts with no choice—either they followed her, or they died. It was that simple.

From Blayn's standpoint, she would rather eliminate them than leave behind three potential risks.

The moment Esdeath admitted defeat, the three were utterly stunned. They couldn't fathom the idea of the invincible Lady Esdeath losing to Lord Blayn.

But they understood her meaning immediately—and without hesitation, they swore their loyalty.

"We will always follow Lady Esdeath!"

"No matter what, we will always be Lady Esdeath's faithful hounds."

"And of course, Lord Blayn as well."

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