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

"Compared to those vague and intangible matters... what's more realistic is the question of who will take responsibility and who will be left holding the bag."


The black-haired woman let out a slight cough, revealing a gentleness characteristic of her gender.


She didn't allow Lin Qin to continue to feel embarrassed, but gracefully took over the conversation, trying to speak in terms Lin Qin could understand, and diverted her attention: "However, no matter what, as long as this matter is handled properly, it is still a credit to our team. Although the process has changed, the ultimate goal remains the same."


Russell added, in a strangely synchronized manner with the black-haired woman: "God Communication Island needs to change, and someone needs to be accountable for the rebellion of the synthetic humans. 'Hero Russell' is an excellent excuse, and I am willing to accept this outcome — because I simply don't care how those xenophobic civilians on God Communication Island view me.


Chapter 21: Insight Beyond that of a Mortal