Chapter 97: The Six New Rules of Hell
If Ziz knew the random thoughts in Cerberus’s head right now, Ziz would definitely find every way possible to return to hell and find Cerberus’s true body to have a fight.
"Mortal, tell me where Nexus is."
It seemed that Cerberus’s attitude toward Mark had become less tense than before, so Mark also felt less pressured.
Because of this, Mark suddenly became bolder when he thought that he could rely on Nexus and the system to make conditions with this monster.
"You have to promise to spare us, then I’ll tell you."
Mark’s eyes stared straight at Cerberus. Although Cerberus looked very terrifying, Mark thought that he had to act bold and fearless to have the right to talk.
Seeing Mark standing fearlessly in front of everyone and trying to help everyone find a way to survive, everyone was deeply moved.
They were very shocked to learn that Mark had connections with existences of the highest level in the world, but their experience was enough to understand that what Mark was doing was extremely stupid.
Monsters did not know fear, even when they were about to die. Knowing someone and thinking that they could rely on that to threaten a monster of S-rank or above was completely useless.
As expected, Mark was once again lifted into the air by dark energy tightening around his neck.
Cerberus’s impatient eyes, while still retaining the arrogance of a superior, stared straight at Mark.
"I said mortals have no right to make conditions with me."
The fear of death immediately filled Mark’s mind. How many times had this been already? Mark could not remember, but he knew that he still had not learned what Nexus wanted him to learn.
"I understand... I understand."
Mark used all the strength he had left to try to say a few words. Fortunately, Cerberus still had no intention of killing Mark, so he easily let him go like that.
"Ohoho, looks like we have welcomed quite a formidable guest this time." Cerberus suddenly laughed mysteriously.
If you thought Cerberus was just a hot-tempered and arrogant dog with many heads, then you would have completely misunderstood him.
Just now, he had strangled Mark twice, and both times he had secretly used his energy to examine Mark’s body.
Of course, he had discovered the existence of spiritual qi. Moreover, part of the spiritual root connected to the body had also been detected.
Two things that should not exist in this universe had actually appeared on a mortal, making Cerberus feel that he had underestimated Nexus just now.
Being able to do this required power at the highest level. But if Nexus was an incarnation of Michael or Lucifer, then it would be even more unreasonable.
Cerberus’s extraordinary mind quickly shifted from this plane to another. He also knew that both Michael and Lucifer did not mind having guests visit this plane.
"Don’t tell me where your master is for now. First, tell me where the power that shouldn’t exist in this world of yours came from."
Cerberus asked not because he did not know. He just wanted to confirm whether his deduction was correct or not.
"Of course, my master and the system gave it to me. Otherwise, where do you think a mere F-rank like me could get power like this?"
Even though he could not fight back, Mark still wanted to speak in an annoying tone. He had a feeling that Cerberus was wary of Nexus and the system, so he wanted to take advantage of this.
"Do you think having someone backing you means I won’t do anything to you? The great Cerberus has never feared anyone. Even if it’s the lord of hell or the archangel, I still won’t be afraid."
Cerberus lifted his chin and spoke proudly. He was a tenured member of Hell. Even if Lucifer or Michael killed him several times, they still could not erase his existence because that would not fit the rules.
Mark naturally did not understand the meaning behind Cerberus’s words and simply thought that Cerberus was showing off his power.
"From what I see, you haven’t discovered my master and the system, right? I assure you they’re very close, watching me."
Even though Mark did not know whether saying this would actually scare Cerberus, he still wanted to try. Other than this, Mark could not think of any other way he could use right now.
"Ohoho, how terrifying~"
Cerberus put both hands over his chest as if he had a heart attack. He leaned back against the throne, closed his eyes, and puffed up his three mouths as he dragged out the sound, making it both unpleasant to hear and completely unserious.
Looking at Cerberus’s appearance like this, only an idiot would not understand that he was looking down on Mark’s ridiculous threats.
Then Cerberus suddenly stood up and opened his terrifying eyes, looking at the group of mortals in front of him.
"I said I would give you a chance; of course I will. No need to pull these meaningless tricks on me, lowly mortals."
As he spoke, he kept his hands clasped behind his back and slowly walked over to Mark. His arrogant and overly elegant demeanor was completely unlike what anyone would expect from a monster.
"Do you know that hell suddenly has a few temporary rules lately? First, you must wear a suit if your incarnation has power of S-rank or above. Second, when laughing, you can only laugh ’Ohoho’; not even a single sound can be wrong.
Third, you have to talk more; the way you speak must be arrogant and look down on mortals, and situations where you immediately start fighting upon meeting must be reduced as much as possible. Fourth, before entering battle, you must walk while maintaining an elegant demeanor with your hands clasped behind your back.
Fifth, you must always bring a throne with you to sit on while talking, with your legs crossed. Sixth, you are required to use your brain more when fighting instead of relying on your strength and doing whatever you want."
The rules sounded completely unrelated to a monster like this, making everyone stare blankly. Even Mark did not fully understand them, but he still felt that these rules were completely ridiculous.