Not praying for ten strings

In a world dominated by seven super-corporations, the Longevity Species that always occupied the pinnacle of power didn't allow for the enactment of written laws. The Floating Islands of prisons delimited by lines on the map, where resources would inevitably run out in the future...
People yearned for the birth of a true "Hero," yet they cynically awaited the fall of a Hero from grace.
As long as one was hailed by the media as a Hero, even murder could be forgiven, and every word they said would be adored. Even high and mighty Elves dared not provoke the edge of a Hero.
But if a Hero of the past committed even a minor offense, the moment their image crumbled, the forgiven sins would flare up like an inextinguishable furnace, and the stars of yesterday would instantly become unforgivable criminals...
"—Come become a Hero, Russell."
The most vicious criminal in the world thrust a knife into the boy's hand, whispering a low enticement.
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Solo female lead, Beast Ears, Spiritual Energy, Mechanical Angels, and other elements. Cyber-fantasy. Please refrain if not to your liking.

Tower of Overturn

Realizing that his well-meaning inquiry was perceived as harassment due to differences in customs and common knowledge between Sky Islands, Russell immediately apologized politely, "I am very sorry, but I meant no harm… I hope you can forgive me."


"Ah, I understand, Mr. Ultramarine. There's no need for such courtesy, we have all received education about the customs of other Sky Islands before our departure… I know that your words are filled with concern and goodwill."


Lin Qin said earnestly, her ears twitching slightly and her tail swaying gently behind her.


Russell put on the jacket he had just taken off again, "If you can't adapt to normal clothing, it will be difficult for you to conduct your investigation here. Apart from Sun Island, nobody dresses like that… walking in the street, you'll be easily recognized."


Chapter 17 I've never heard of such a demand in my life