My Love Debts Are Everywhere!

Chapter 548 - 548: Miranda's Advice and Altering the Punishment (Flashback)

A year ago...

"Alright, let's end this grudge," Leon said coldly.

He raised his sword high, aiming it directly at Jim.

Seeing that, Jim realized his end was near, but he said nothing.

Natasya and Rain bit their lower lips and closed their eyes.

Even though they had known this day would come, there was still a reluctance within them that was hard to shake.

After all, there were still many things left unresolved—especially for Rain, who was still

Their eyes widened in disbelief. They had prepared themselves for death—not for this unexpected turn.

"Don't get too excited just yet," Leon added, his voice still cold as he drove his sword into the ground. "Even if I spare your lives, Jim, I'll still cut off your left hand... just so I can sleep peacefully."

Natasya and Rain stiffened, about to protest, but Jim quickly raised a hand, stopping them.

"Very well, Sword Hero Leon," Jim replied, his expression stern.

Leon raised his sword and, with a precise movement, slashed at Jim's left hand.

*Slash!*

His hand was severed, and fresh blood gushed out like a fountain.

Jim's face instantly paled, but he didn't groan. He merely gritted his teeth, enduring the pain.

Rain hurriedly activated low-level healing magic to stop the bleeding. Due to the chains restricting the flow of mana in her body, only basic spells could be used.

Though slow, the magic was strong enough to prevent Jim from bleeding to death.

Leon's expression remained indifferent, as if he couldn't care less. "Alright, I'll explain my plan to you. This world isn't as peaceful as you think. In fact..."

He began to tell them about the Evil God and the terrible threat looming over the world.

As they listened, their faces grew grim. It had never crossed their minds that such a disaster was lurking.

After a while, Leon finished and said, "I want the three of you to build a force that will stand against the Evil God in the future."

Jim gritted his teeth, his expression resolute. "Don't worry, Sword Hero Leon. We'll do it."

After hearing everything, Jim felt like a complete fool.

He had committed a grave sin by trying to kill the very person who would save the world.

If only he had known earlier, he would never have agreed to Velix's request.

The feeling of guilt didn't only consume Jim—it enveloped Rain and Natasya as well. Both clenched their fists, filled with the urge to punish themselves.

Leon ignored their guilt-ridden expressions and said, "Miranda, I'll leave the rest to you."

"Understood, Master!"

*Whoosh!*

A purplish-black streak of light emerged from Leon's forehead, split into three, and shot toward them.

They had no time to react before the light pierced into their bodies.

"That's the slave mark. I can't trust you without it," Leon explained indifferently. "Don't worry, it won't affect you... unless you harbor evil intentions toward me."

Jim, Rain, and Natasya exchanged glances, their smiles wry and bitter.

"Well... thank you for your forgiveness, Sword Hero Leon," Jim said in a stammering voice.

The pain from losing his hand lingered sharply, despite Rain's efforts to stop the bleeding.

Leon merely gave a small nod. He broke the chains binding them, then, without another word, turned and left the underground prison.