Reborn as an Extra Chapter 746: I will do whatever I want.

Raika’s words reverberated repeatedly in Rio’s mind, causing him to gaze at Raika’s animated expression for an extended period before he finally released a sigh and inclined his head.

"I comprehend… so, you desire the world to revert to a state where your kind can exist once more…"

"Concealing your true intentions behind a facade of pursuing the greater good isn't commendable, but then again, it amounts to much the same thing, so I don't object…"

Rio surveyed the immense expanse of the cosmos, continuing his discourse.

"Should we restore the world to its original condition, both mana and miasma would vanish. Your race could be resurrected, and countless species would indeed be liberated from the dread inflicted by mana and miasma…"

"Demons would cease to exist, and the universe's most formidable adversary, the boundless sea of miasma, would also be obliterated entirely…"

"The scheme is sound, yet you seem to be overlooking a critical element…"

Rio’s gaze sharpened as he locked onto Raika’s eyes, posing a question that nearly shattered Raika’s fabricated reality—a question that stirred the very ‘laws’ of this ‘world’ into agitation!

The inquiry appeared straightforward, yet it posed one of the universe’s most profound enigmas, as no being across existence possessed a definitive answer.

Some theorized that the universe had ascended to a higher energetic state, thereby acquiring mana and miasma as elevated energies.

Others speculated that mana and miasma were akin to parasitic entities that attached themselves to the universe during its cosmic voyages.

A few posited that the universe was merely synthesizing mana as a countermeasure against the miasma introduced by demons from external realms.

However, the actual reason for mana and miasma's existence remained shrouded in uncertainty for all.

Numerous attempts had been made to uncover the truth, but none had succeeded to date.

Even the combined might of King Allen and Astra proved insufficient to unravel the mystery, let alone anyone else's.

"Without comprehending the fundamental reason for mana and miasma's presence in our universe, attempting to eradicate them is futile…"

"The universe is not inherently foolish; it gambled by incorporating miasma within itself, despite acknowledging the severe risks of miasmic corruption. There must be an underlying purpose…"

"Even if I possessed the capacity to alter the world, I would certainly not proceed as you advocate; thus, your attempts to persuade me are in vain. I shall make my own determination when the opportune moment arrives…"

Rio narrowed his eyes and articulated,

"My available options are not solely confined to eliminating both mana and miasma… Perhaps I can discover a method to eradicate only miasma; perhaps I shall implement a different alteration…"

"I shall not be swayed by anyone’s words and will act according to my own desires… Furthermore, this matter holds absolutely no significance for me…"

Rio harbored simple aspirations: to attain sufficient strength to shield himself and his cherished ones from the formidable SSS-rank dungeon that was destined to appear in the future.

Once that objective was accomplished, he intended to marry Lia, start a family with two children, and settle into a tranquil existence, free from any further need for pointless conflicts!

Battling the miasma sea? Saving the world? Sacrificing his life for the sake of others?

Rio was fundamentally selfish and would never willingly undertake such actions!

He would far rather seek out new universes and depart from this one with his loved ones if conditions deteriorated.

He felt no obligation to be the ‘hero’ Raika envisioned, nor was he compelled to take the risk of disrupting the universe’s natural order!

Although Raika's objectives and strategies were noble, and his dream was indeed heroic, Rio instinctively sensed that the other party was withholding crucial information and attempting to coerce him into acting as a ‘hero’ without critical examination.

Rio placed his trust in his intuition, consequently refusing Raika’s proposition at all costs.

’He knows something he’s concealing from me… but what is it he’s hiding?’

Rio understood that reversing the world to its prior state would be far more intricate than Raika presented.

King Allen had also harbored similar intentions and had come exceptionally close to achieving his aims, yet even he faltered at the final hurdle for reasons unknown.

Despite possessing the ‘Sword of Promised Destinies, Pratigya,’ King Allen had still failed to alter the world’s natural order and eradicate miasma from this realm.

There had to be a reason for this, and Raika was likely privy to this secret; he was simply choosing not to divulge it to Rio, perhaps believing that revealing it would sway his decision.

"Unless you disclose the secrets you are concealing, cooperation between us is impossible, Raika."

As these words were spoken, Rio’s other eye opened, signifying the reunification of his soul, and he began to draw his sword with deliberate slowness.

Observing Rio’s steadfast refusal of his offer, Raika, in turn, demonstrated an equal unwillingness to yield.

"I've explained everything already, Rio Flash. My sole demand is the power of an 'Anomaly'; I need you to embody being an 'Anomaly' and create a chance for this world to return to its original state!"

"There will likely be minor sacrifices, but the greater good will be served. You must be the 'Hero', Rio Flash; you are the only one capable of this task!"

Rio furrowed his brow, posing a question.

"Why not enlist Fade, the one blessed by heavenly luck, for this endeavor?"

Raika immediately shook his head, rejecting the idea.

"No, if Fade is chosen for this, the result will mirror King Allen's fate..."

"Only someone like you, unburdened by this world's constraints, can truly alter the course of events-"

Before Raika could complete his sentence, Rio cut him off.

"I refuse."

"I will not be dictated to on what I should or should not do."

Upon hearing Rio's definitive refusal, Raika paused in silence for a moment before his eyes hardened with resolve.

"You will do it, whether you wish to or not."

Rio stood his ground, unwilling to yield, and took a decisive step forward.

"Force me to do it... if you possess the capability!"