Extra's Path To Demon King-Chapter 39: Aspect Awakening Trial [5]

The man continued this time while looking from the side of his eye, "But you are here for something, and judging from your state and appearance. You were dirty, but you cleaned yourself recently. In sea water?"

"And little one, you seem to have gone through a great change recently? There is a shift in your entire demeanor and presence. Something different."

"So, what are you here for exactly?"

Axel was stunned hearing all his explanation, His eyebrows twitched, 'What is this? Sherlock Holmes, cheap version?'

Axel stated, "I need a job, and a well-paying job. I am willing to do anything."

But the detective showed a disappointed expression, "And here I thought you might be here to sell some valuable information or something. What can a mere 9-year-old do?"

Axel said calmly, "I can kill people for you. If necessary."

Both the detective and his old assistant looked at the little boy with some surprise, Axel's eyes looked firm, with no hesitation in them, but seeing the two still not believing in him, he released his bloodlust. The moment the little boy released his killing intent, the air itself became heavy as a shade of red hue spread in the dim environment.

Axel's gray eyes took on a tint of red because of his bloodlust. A primal fear took over both of the adult men. But the detective's expression became cold in an instant as he released his own killing intent. But to the surprise of the old assistant. The bloodlust of the 9-year-old boy was much, much greater than his own detective, who is also known as an infamous killer.

Yet, the detective smiled at that sight, he let out a crazy laughter and said, "Oh, oh oh, What has this world become that a mere 9-year-old has greater bloodlust than even a professional killer?"

Both parties retracted their bloodlust as the old assistant gasped for breath. Detective Malric commented, "Just what have you gone through to have such pure bloodlust?"

Axel stepped forward and said in a menacing tone while enlarging his pupils, "Should you really be asking me that? When you know everything."

The detective quickly put his hands up and said, "Oh, I apologize, that was quite rude of me. Please forget what I said."

Axel backed down, and the detective put his hand forward and said, "Let me introduce myself properly, I am Detective Malric, also known as the Night Hunter."

Axel looked at the hand of the detective and shook with his not-so-pleasant smile,

"I am Ash, Ashborn. Also known as Nobody."

The detective became speechless at that remark and shook his head, he started speaking seriously this time, "Now, let's talk business. While I do have many cases commissioned for revenge and targeted killing. You have to first prove yourself with an actual kill."

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"The work I do is which differs from any official detective in that I find the truth without any hard evidence. If I am commissioned to kill, I make it flawlessly look like an accident or the work of someone else. Even my persona as the Night Hunter is but a facade to hide the fact of how I actually do my operations."

"You have to prove yourself that you can intelligently handle cases and kill without leaving any traces behind or misdirect the killing," announced the detective firmly.

But Axel shook his head, "I am not interested in playing detective and finding clues, you do that much faster than I can with efficiency. You just point me at who to kill. I'll do the rest like you asked."

The detective chuckled and brought out an old-looking photo from his bookshelf. He showed it to Ash, then began to explain, "This one is one of the local thugs, who raped the daughter of a Local tailor who worked in a small shop barely making a living. But the person couldn't pay enough for the job. So, I wasn't willing to do this. But this can be a good enough test for you."

"Complete this, then I'll give you the real killing jobs."

Axel looked at him for a moment and said, "Does he have any connection with any powerful mages, higher ups or warriors?"

Malric chuckled, "Of course not, I obviously stay out of that world. Any normal human who dares to mess with those related to the powerful beings won't have a good end."

Axel nodded and went on his way after receiving all the relevant information the detective has about that person. But it seems he needs to do some checkup on the guy on his own. Like his routine, sleeping place and etc. Then what would be the perfect time to kill the bastard, while making it seem like someone else did it.

Then Axel moved to the area where the gang operated. He started begging on the streets near that place. He began to observe all the movements that happened near that hideout. He could not help exclaim in surprise, seeing some familiar faces. All the beggars actually had to pay up half of their money to various local thugs. If they didn't, those beggars would end up dead or simply disappear.

There is one person he recognized among the friends of the thug he needed to kill. It was Jared, while the name of the thug he needed to kill was Jerome. Matching name? Could they be brothers or something? Thought Axel. That bastard Jared always beat him up and took his money, no matter how many times he pleaded for the sake of his little brother.

Eventually, Jared noticed him and came forward, "Oh oh oh, would you look at whooo this is? The former rich bastard who went up in life but then dropped down even harder. Now you've started begging in this area? Who the fuck gave you permission for that huh?"

Axel replied with a sleezy smile, "Hehe, Brother Jared, no I mean Sir Jared. I actually came here for you. Since big people like you live here, there might be some big coins."

Jared was initially surprised by that attitude, then chuckled, "Sir Jared, huh, I like the sound of that. Well, you're not wrong, there are indeed big coins here. But the question is, why would I allow you?"

Axel continued with a smile, "Sir Jared, why don't you take me as an assistant. This little brat here is quite cheap. I promise, I can do anything for you. Please let me be your loyal underling."

Jared laughed, "Ho, you must be getting desperate. Your little brother must be close to death."

A chilling rage wanted to burst forth from within the figure of the 9-year-old boy. But he held it in, his smile did not crack either, as he said, "It's indeed true my brother's condition is worsening, so I can only try my best."

Jared's smile became sinister as he thought internally, 'Fine, let's use this brat as my underling for a few months, then I will chase him out without paying a single penny. I will just give the bare minimum to feed himself and his brother while he works for me.'

"Fine, little brat, rejoice. This magnanimous one has decided to give you a chance to change your dog life," announced Jared.

Axel kowtowed immediately and pretended, "Yes, the sire is merciful for giving a chance to someone as lowly as me."