My Pokémon Player

When Andy heard that Kro wanted him to kill him, he thought that Kro was talking nonsense or was just speaking in anger, so he said impatiently:

"Are you kidding me? You want me to be branded as a patricide just to compete with a dead man. Are you crazy?"

Halfway through his words, Andy suddenly noticed the seriousness in Kro's eyes, and thought of what Kro had just said:

"If I were afraid of death, I wouldn't have given you my head as a means of advancement!"

Thinking of this, Andy's pupils shrank slightly and a trace of panic flashed across his face.

He pursed his lips subconsciously and asked in a low voice: "Are you kidding?"

Kro asked calmly, "When have you ever seen me joke?"

Andy's panic became more obvious, and he asked Kro anxiously:

"Why? Why must it go to this extent?"

"I have personally captured you, which is already a great achievement. It is enough to gain the trust of the Viscount and ensure the continuation of the family lineage."

"The Viscount is very generous. As long as you offer the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce intact like Morgan did, he will definitely spare your life. Why do you insist on seeking death?"

Kro did not answer Andy's question immediately, but smiled and teased:

"Why? Haven't you always hated me and wished I would die sooner?"

"Now that I'm asking for death, you're reluctant to let me go? Are you still thinking about the relationship between father and son?"

Andy showed an unnatural expression on his face when he heard this, and shouted in a tough tone:

"Who can't bear to part with it! There is no father-son relationship between us! You just make me feel sick when you say that!"

"I just think it's too easy for you to die now!"

"I will make you live in fear and trepidation just like I did before, and I will also let you see how I kill your outstanding heir with my own hands!"

When Kro heard this, instead of getting angry, he nodded with relief:

"Very good, you should kill your brother. He is a scheming man. If you let him go, it will definitely bring hidden dangers to you and your family."

"So don't worry about family ties. Think about how he treated you in the past. You must get rid of him as soon as possible!"

Although Andy was used to Kro's indifference, he couldn't help but ask after hearing what Kro said:

"He is the heir of your family whom you once valued the most. Don't you feel the slightest bit of reluctance to let him go?"

Kro replied calmly: "You also said that it was in the past. Now the situation has changed. You are the heir of the family, and your brother has become an obstacle to the family inheritance, so he must be eliminated!"

Looking at Andy, who looked confused, Kro shook his head helplessly and continued:

"Do you know what the biggest difference between you and him is?"

Without waiting for Andy to answer, Kro answered himself: "You still have feelings in your heart!"

"Even though you have been forbearing for so many years, in fact, besides hatred, you also have a desire for love in your heart, which includes family love."

"For example, if you are still thinking about getting my approval, don't rush to deny it. This is human nature and there is nothing to be ashamed of."

Kro waved his hand to interrupt Andy who was about to speak up and continued:

"Your brother used to be like that, so when he first started to get involved in the Chamber of Commerce business, he would occasionally secretly take care of you."

"But after so many years of training and my subtle influence, he no longer has any feelings in his heart, only interests. This is why he has been targeting you so frequently in recent years."

Andy suddenly realized what was going on: "I was wondering why his attitude towards me changed so much, it turns out you were behind it!"

"In order to select the right heir to the family, you want to stifle your own son's emotions? You are not worthy of being a father!"

Crowe said expressionlessly: "You are right, I am not worthy of being a father, but I don't regret it."

"Even the powerful Flame Lion Family has to strictly select the heir to the family, not to mention us who have no noble background."

"Compared to the nobles, we don't have the opportunity to make mistakes. If they choose the wrong heir, the worst that can happen is that they will be lonely for a while, but at least they can preserve the family heritage."

"But if I choose the wrong person, the Chamber of Commerce and the family will be completely devoured by the opponent!"

"So I have no choice but to make my successor more like me. Your brother is my most successful work."

"It's a pity that the situation is changing too quickly. Guanhai City is about to welcome a new master. Under the rule of Viscount Ryan, your brother's calculations will only bring disaster to the family!"

At this point, Kro deliberately emphasized his tone: "I know you said you wanted to kill your brother, but in your heart you still care about our childhood friendship."

"If your brother uses this to bully you, you might actually do something stupid like sparing his life."

"So I'm going to remind you one last time. Whether for yourself or for the family, you must kill your brother. Do you understand?"

Hearing that Kro was still lecturing him, Andy frowned and said irritably:

"Stop talking nonsense. I don't need your reminder. I know what I should do!"

"That bastard has tried to kill me time and time again. There's no way I'm going to let him live!"

Kro nodded with satisfaction and said, "Then I am relieved. Now it seems that my neglect of you is also a good thing. At least it has preserved the feelings in your heart."

"I've heard that Viscount Ryan values ​​friendship and loyalty, so I'm sure he will trust his subordinates who value relationships more."

"You joined him early on, and this is your advantage. You should make good use of it in the future. Don't be like me who only sees profit."

When Andy heard this, he almost laughed out of anger: "So I should thank you for not caring about me, right?"

"Let me tell you, the reason why I pledged my loyalty to the Viscount and was willing to be his dog was not for some damn family inheritance, but because he could give me hope and helped me when I was most desperate."

"Do you know how a person who has been frightened since childhood and has to hide himself all the time feels when he gains a sense of security?"

"From the moment I left Firefly Town, I made up my mind to devote everything I have to the Viscount."

"So stop using your dirty thoughts to speculate on my loyalty to the Viscount!"

Kro looked at the excited Andy, his eyes sparkling with surprise:

"Good! Very good! I'm glad you have this idea! I like your tone too!"

"You must remember this loyalty and never betray it!"

"The nobles' way of doing things is different from our businessmen. What they can't tolerate the most is disloyalty, so you should be a good dog for Viscount Ryan from now on, and never have any inappropriate thoughts!"

Andy was stunned for a moment when he saw Kro's smiling face.

No, why do you look more loyal than me?

Before Andy had time to think about it, he heard Kro's voice again:

"Okay, I have explained everything that needs to be explained. I am also very satisfied with your performance. At least I don't have to worry about the family inheritance being cut off in your hands."

"Viscount Ryan is about to step into the headquarters of the Chamber of Commerce. Don't waste any more time. Kill me quickly."

Seeing that Kro was so eager to die, Andy gritted his teeth and said:

"You haven't answered my question yet. There's obviously no difference between the merits of taking prisoners and killing people. Why do you insist on dying?"

"No difference? Maybe in your eyes there is no difference, but in my opinion there is a huge difference!"

Kro explained with a serious expression: "First of all, as the president of the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce and the vice president of the Chamber of Commerce, my influence in Guanhai City is second only to Morgan."

"Now that Morgan is dead, I am the most influential businessman. So if I don't die, other businessmen will still have unrealistic fantasies in their hearts, and Viscount Ryan's speed in rallying the people will also slow down."

"This is not my boasting, but a fact that is very likely to happen. By then, even if Viscount Ryan is magnanimous and does not cause trouble for me, it will affect his impression of you and the family."

"Even if there is only a one in ten thousand chance that Viscount Ryan will hate me, I cannot ignore it. It is better for me to die."

"Secondly, in order to develop the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce over the years, I have also done many things that angered the heavens and the people."

"If I don't die, this sin will never be washed away, and it will also hinder the inheritance and development of the family."

"In the end, it's also because of you."

"Because of me?" Andy's face was full of surprise.

Kro nodded gently: "Yes, although the affection you have for me in your heart has not completely disappeared, it is still too weak compared to the hatred accumulated over the years."

"As long as I am alive, your hatred for me may lead you to do irrational things, such as falling in love with a man and thus severing the family heritage."

Andy blushed when he heard that, and then said angrily: "I just..."

"I know you are just threatening me, but I dare not gamble!" Kro replied.

"Hatred will make people lose their minds. Only if you kill me with your own hands can the little remaining family affection overcome the hatred in your heart."

"Besides, after you are branded as a patricide, other merchants will stay away from you even if you are my son, lest you cause misunderstandings with Viscount Ryan."

"From now on, you can only be Viscount Ryan's dog, and you will never have the opportunity to join other forces again."

Andy clenched his hands tightly and said indignantly: "Oh, you are worthy of being like this. You even want to use your own death to the extreme!"

"But have you ever thought about what the Viscount would think of me if I killed you? Would he think that I am the same as you, a cunning villain who will do anything for the sake of profit?"

"Of course I've thought about it." Kro reached into his arms, took out a letter and handed it to Andy.

"This letter not only contains the specific information of the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce, which can help Viscount Ryan take over the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce more quickly, but also contains my description and explanation of the whole matter."

"With Viscount Ryan's wisdom, he will definitely understand my intention and will not blame you for this."

"On the contrary, due to your self-contamination, Viscount Ryan might trust you more."

"Even if Viscount Ryan hates you because of this incident, it doesn't matter. You have made great contributions, and he will not abandon you. At most, he will reduce your contributions."

"In this way, although the family cannot rise quickly, lying dormant in secret is beneficial to the family inheritance. After all, the first bird to stick its head out gets shot."

Andy took the letter from Kro and asked in a complicated tone:

"You are so well prepared. You have planned all this long ago, right?"

Crowe replied calmly: "Being prepared is one of the basic principles of business. Morgan is a qualified businessman, but I am not bad either!"

"In order for the family to be able to pass on stably, I naturally have to take all factors into consideration, especially Viscount Ryan's attitude."

"Okay, now you have no worries, right? Let's get started!"

Andy remained silent, veins bulged on his hands holding the letter, and the expression on his face kept changing.

Obviously, he has not yet made up his mind to kill his father.

Seeing this, Kro shouted, "Idiot, what are you still hesitating about?"

"You should know that everything I do is not for you, but for the inheritance of the family!"

"If the winner of this war is the Chamber of Commerce, I will not hesitate to push you out to die as an apology."

"Don't forget how I treated you before! And don't forget the hatred in your heart!"

As if stimulated by Kro's words, Andy silently put the letter in his arms, and then drew out his sword with a "swish".

Kro looked at Andy holding the sword, and raised the corner of his mouth slightly:

"This sword is my birthday gift to you. I didn't expect you to keep it."

Andy wiped the blade of the sword and said indifferently, "Yes, it's a rare gift for you to give me, and it's a sword."

"That scared me so much that I thought you wanted me to commit suicide. I lived in fear for a long time."

"When I learned that you were just bored and wanted to see how I would react after receiving the sword, I secretly swore that I would kill you with this sword!"

Upon hearing this, Kro also recalled: "I did want to test your ability to endure, and the result was quite satisfactory to me. You are now worthy of living."

"So the gift I give you is not a sword, but a chance to live to this day and get what you want and kill me."

Andy sneered: "Then I really have to thank you!"

"If you really want to thank me, do it quickly."

Crowe said as he opened his arms.

"If old guy Morgan can realize his dream, I can't fall too far behind!"

"Take my head quickly and use it as the cornerstone of family inheritance!"

Andy's right hand holding the hilt of the sword loosened and tightened, and finally he took a deep breath and said:

"Yes, Father!"

After saying that, Andy picked up the sword in his hand and swung it towards Kro.

Just before Kro's eyes were filled with sword light, he muttered to himself:

"I'm sorry, my son."

“.”

With the death of Kro, the Battle of Guanhai City officially came to an end.

As the winner of this war, Ryan has since been qualified to compete with all major forces for the final winner.

But before that, he had to hold a grand celebration banquet. (End of this chapter)