[You finish washing up and jog onto the streets.]
[You constantly swing your small whip along the way, from one end of the village to the other, then back again.]
[You encounter Guy and Lee who are training, and you immediately whip them.]
"…"
'This is insane!'
Seeing such outrageous actions in the simulation, Takumi's jaw dropped in shock!
'Walking around with a whip in broad daylight was one thing, but whipping acquaintances on sight?'
'What kind of operation is this!'
[Guy and Lee aren't angry. They take the sudden whipping as part of their training. In fact, after seeing Guy get whipped, Lee initiatively asks you to whip him too.]
[He wants to endure the same pain as his Guy-sensei.]
Takumi: "…"
What can he say?
Only that as expected of you two!
[You madly whip a large tree by the roadside, lashing its bark open. You show a maniacal smile.]
[A little boy by the roadside, seeing you sweating profusely with a crazed expression, asks his mother in surprise: What is that big brother doing?]
[You smile sunnily, showing your white teeth, give him a thumbs up and say: This, is all whipped to protect everyone!]
Alright, by this point in the simulation, Takumi had no energy left to criticize.
Whatever happens, happens. He was tired.
He just wanted to see what kind of outcome this process would lead to.
[Soon, just whipping trees could no longer satisfy your needs. You start targeting living creatures.]
[You get reported because you hung a live pig from a tree outside the village and skinned it alive.]
[When Iruka brings people to find you, your hands are covered in blood, and you show a brilliant smile, telling everyone: I, am the man who will become the Torture Kage!]
[You are put in confinement. The village arranges for a psychological counselor for you.]
[Iruka, looking very worried, asks you the reason for your actions. You tell him seriously: I want to become the pillar of Konoha's Interrogation Department!]
[A week later, you are released for good behavior.]
[However, that very night, you are caught again because you attacked Sakura, whipping her until her skin was torn, even driving nails into her and rubbing salt in her wounds.]
[You are thrown into the dungeon. Two days later, Sakura dies.]
[The entire village is in an uproar. Countless villagers are furious.]
[You are sentenced to 20 years in prison, effective immediately.]
[In the first week, you madly punch the walls there, restraining your inner impulses.]
[In the second week, your fists are bruised and bleeding. Your mind begins to become disordered and confused.]
[On the 15th day, you hang yourself.]
[Your life ends here.]
[Simulation over.]
"…"
Seeing this simulation, the only feeling in Takumi's heart was:
'I'm sorry, Sakura!'
Last time he simulated a murderer, he tricked Sakura into the woods and murdered her.
This time, simulating a sadist, he targeted her again!
He clearly holds no grudge against Sakura, but she's the one who gets hurt every time!
'Sakura... you need to be more careful!'
'Find a way to get stronger, otherwise, I'll always end up targeting you...'
Takumi shook his head helplessly.
What could he do?
He was helpless too!
'System, start the settlement.'
[Ding! Simulation over!]
[Settling...]
[Please wait...]
[Ding! This simulation's rating is C!]
'As expected…'
This simulation's rating hit a new historical low.
The reason was simple.
A sadist and a sunny youth are completely opposite extremes, and it's impossible for someone to embody both personalities simultaneously.
There's only one exception.
That is, adding another talent between these two: superb acting skills, or extremely high intelligence.
That's right.
Someone who appears to be a hot-blooded youth on the surface.
But it's all an act, a pretense!
In reality, they are a terrifying sadist!
…
Since it's only a C rating, he doesn't even think about rewards.
Checking the time, Takumi felt he could probably run one more simulation before going to bed.
After all, he had to report to Kurenai tomorrow.
'System, start simulation!'
[Ding! Drawing talents for you!]
The system's roulette wheel began to spin.
Three seconds later.
The pointer stopped.
[Ding! Drawing successful!]
[You have drawn the talents: Brutal Sadist (Black), Calm Restrainer (Black), Wise Thinker (Purple).]
Seeing these talents, Takumi's pupils instantly contracted.
'What's going on?'
'Again!?'
'The same damn sadist talent again?'
However…
After glancing at the following talents, Takumi's entire interest was piqued!
Because these last two talents fit very well with the sadistic one!
[Calm Restrainer: You possess extremely strong restraint ability. No matter what kind of stimulation you encounter, or what distracting thoughts or desires arise, you can use your immense willpower to restrain them. Black is an extremely high level. Roughly, even if your wife were being cheated on right in front of you, you could still play the harmonica beside them to soothe your mood.]
[Wise Thinker: Silent, rational, and thoughtful are your traits. You never act rashly, always making plans and thinking twice before acting. Purple is a high level, indicating your thinking ability is outstanding.]
Clearly…
These last two talents this time are very supportive in effect…
Especially that Restrainer buff.
'Good grief, the level of restraint described in the note… being able to play the harmonica while your wife is being cheated on? That's almost comparable to the 'Ice Heart Technique'!'
'Restraining ordinary murderous urges or harmful desires should be a breeze!'
'Plus the high-level thinking talent...'
'It feels like this round might succeed!'
Suppressing his heartbeat, Takumi took a few deep breaths.
He had great expectations for this simulation.
Even if he's a sadist, at least make it a memorable one!
"System! Start simulation!"
[Starting simulation!]
[Equipped talents: Brutal Sadist (Black), Calm Restrainer (Black), Wise Thinker (Purple)]
...
[You wear gold-rimmed glasses, hum a tune, and elegantly make an omelet rice at home.]
[Your kitchen, bedroom, and living room are impeccably tidy. Not a speck of dust or trash can be seen in your home. You are spotlessly clean, and your clothes carry a faint, pleasant fragrance.]
'It's here, it's here, I can picture it now!'
As soon as he saw his image this time, Takumi felt 30% more confident!
Generally, those crude sadists can be spotted at a glance.
For example, unkempt, fierce-looking, foul-mouthed...
But truly ruthless people are absolutely undetectable by appearance alone.
In fact, they might be the complete opposite!
The Takumi in this simulation is so well-groomed, so elegant, even wearing gold-rimmed glasses...
He completely fits the image of a refined scoundrel!
Being able to disguise himself like this is inseparable from his extremely strong restraint and high intelligence!
'This round…'
'Looks promising!'
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Finally, The First Bonus Chapter!