Chapter 10

Suzaku Kururugi! One of the main characters in *Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion*, he is the childhood best friend of the protagonist Lelouch. As an adult, facing the occupation of Japan by the Britannian Empire, Suzaku chooses to change the empire from within, in contrast to Lelouch, who advocates using violence to destroy the empire. In the original work, Suzaku is also quite popular, though much of this popularity comes from being branded a traitor!

The title "Three-Clan Servant" refers to Suzaku's betrayal of three people. The first was betraying Lelouch to gain the title of Knight of the Round, the emperor's direct subordinate. Then, as a condition for becoming the First Knight, he assisted Schneizel in staging a coup to assassinate the emperor. The third time was becoming the direct Knight of the Round for the usurper Lelouch, known as Zero. In the end, after Schneizel's defeat in the decisive battle in Japan, "the Demon King" Lelouch established his rule over the world and began a brutal reign, concentrating the world's hatred on himself. Suzaku, playing the role of Zero, assassinated Emperor Lelouch, severing the chain of hatred and ushering in a new era for the world. This was Lelouch's plan to create a new world, the "Requiem of Zero."

*As the world's hatred is concentrated on me, if I disappear, the chain of hatred will be severed. The Black Knights will preserve the legend of Zero, and Schneizel will follow Zero's orders. This way, the world will return to the table for dialogue, not through military force, and can move toward a better future.*

* Suzaku, you must become a hero, a savior who rescues the world from its enemy, the tyrant Lelouch, as Zero.*

* This is your punishment. You must live as a messenger of justice, wearing a mask, no longer as Suzaku Kururugi. You must sacrifice the happiness of a normal person for the world, forever.*

* — Lelouch*

When Yalin first encountered this anime, he also had a strong aversion to Suzaku Kururugi. However, as the plot deepened and the second season aired, if we set aside the unfair criticism, Yalin realized that Suzaku Kururugi is actually a person full of justice, though he is a bit too naive. If he had teamed up with Lelouch from the beginning, perhaps...

*Perhaps... perhaps there would be no story to tell, and the plot might not have continued.*

Shaking his head in resignation, Yalin watched as the white light in front of him slowly formed into a human shape. Wearing the Ashford Academy student uniform, Suzaku Kururugi knelt on one knee and said, "Suzaku Kururugi, reporting to Your Majesty."

Major Alex had called him "sir" during their first meeting, but Suzaku Kururugi called him "Your Majesty." It seemed that each special summon retained some of their lifetime habits. Yalin thought for a moment and put on the demeanor of a "Majesty," saying, "Rise, Suzaku. There's no need for formalities here."

"Yes, Your Majesty!" (Note 1)

When Suzaku stood up, Yalin looked at the data displayed by the summoning system for Suzaku Kururugi:

Name: Suzaku Kururugi

Race: Human

Class: Soldier

Level: LV1

Experience: 0/1000

Mana: 80/80

Strength: 96

Agility: 117

Spirit: 87

Intelligence: 63

Constitution: 83

Affinity: Friendly 14/100

Special Abilities: Soul Link (soul linked with Yalin), Reflexes (5% increase in agility), Survival Instinct (30% increase in all attributes in life-or-death situations), Mechanical Operation (25% increase in mechanical operation skills)

Growth Potential: DD

Special Summon Resurrection Requirement: 3000 Soul Energy

Yalin was stunned by Suzaku's stats. After all, he is an important character in *Rebellion of Lelouch*, yet his stats were much lower than Major Alex's. Moreover, his growth potential was the pitiful DD grade, while Major Alex had a B grade.

Seeing Yalin frowning at him, Suzaku Kururugi was worried but dared not ask.

His affinity was only friendly, much lower than Major Alex's. The title "Three-Clan Servant" seemed to be... Yalin kept comparing Suzaku to Major Alex in his mind. However, Suzaku was only a 17-year-old boy, and although he had the title of a soldier, in the story, he seemed to have received little formal military training beyond piloting Knightmares. In other words, he was an ordinary person. In contrast, Major Alex was a state alchemist who had passed the examination in the *Fullmetal Alchemist* world and had participated in the brutal Ishvalan extermination war. His alchemy skills alone significantly boosted his growth potential.

"Suzaku Kururugi, I have a question for you."

Suzaku, hearing Yalin's words, quickly bowed and said, "Yes, Your Majesty, please ask."

Relaxing his frown, Yalin said, "Do you remember... Euphemia?"

"Euphemia... Euphemia?" Suzaku Kururugi searched his mind for the name.

"Yes! Euphemia li Britannia. Do you remember this girl?" Yalin, seeing Suzaku's expression, was almost certain that summoned anime characters would not remember each other unless they had a blood relationship, no matter how deep their memories were.

After recalling and confirming that he had no memory of this person, Suzaku said, "I apologize, Your Majesty, but I have no recollection."

Relieved, Yalin said, "It's fine. Don't worry about it. Perhaps... I can introduce you to her later."

After exchanging some warm clothing for Suzaku to wear, Yalin gestured for him to follow. Using the soul link, he found Major Alex, who was using alchemy to repair the library.

"Let me introduce you. This is Major 'Iron Arm' Alex."

Yalin introduced him, then gave Suzaku a look. Upon learning that Alex was a soldier, Suzaku, somewhat nervously, saluted and said, "My name is Suzaku Kururugi. It's an honor to meet you, Major. I hope you will guide me in the future."

Seeing Suzaku's nervousness, Major Alex smiled warmly and said, "Alex Louis Armstrong. I'm also glad to meet you, Suzaku Kururugi."

"Please, Major Alex, guide Suzaku Kururugi in the future," Yalin said.

"Yes, sir! I will do my best to guide Suzaku Kururugi."

Apart from being overly enthusiastic and prone to shedding tears, Major Alex was a very kind-hearted and just person in the original work. Seeing that the two seemed to get along well, Yalin led them to the peak of the Yanode Mountains. After stopping the wind and snow and dispersing the clouds, the magnificent Yanode Mountains and the vast forests in the distance came into view. Yalin often enjoyed the breathtaking scenery here, and now Alex and Suzaku were also completely captivated by it!

However, Yalin did not bring them here just to enjoy the scenery. With two companions from different worlds, his greatest concern was whether he could gain their recognition. After all, they all had their own ideals. While they might not harm him, Yalin did not want them to hate him. Therefore, he needed to unify their beliefs.

Coughing to bring them back from the mesmerizing scenery, Yalin slowly said, "What do you think of the scenery here? It's beautiful, isn't it?"

"The beauty of nature is something I cannot create. It is the highest form of art," Major Alex said, tears welling up in his eyes.

"It's truly indescribably beautiful," Suzaku said, trying to remain calm despite his excitement.

Yalin took a few steps forward, gazing at the distant horizon, and said, "The land that the sun illuminates is all ours..."

He deliberately used "ours" instead of "mine" to emphasize that he wanted everyone to be companions, not subjects. Alex and Suzaku both looked toward the horizon illuminated by the sun.

"At the end of this forest, countless kingdoms rise and fall, and conflicts between races and beliefs abound. The world is vast, with many unexplored territories, the realm of humans, the realm of gods, the realm of demons, and the realm of dragons intertwined..."

"Sir..."

"Your Majesty..."

Yalin had been reading the memories of the White Dragon King and had gained a good understanding of this new world.

"Suzaku Kururugi, if you could reshape the world, what kind of world would you want it to be?" Yalin turned and asked Suzaku.

Suzaku was taken aback, knelt on one knee, and said sincerely and firmly, "Your Majesty, if I could, I would want this world to be a place where everyone can live in peace and harmony, a world that embraces all."

Yalin smiled faintly and turned to Major Alex, "What about you, Major?"

"I also agree with Suzaku's idea," Major Alex said, looking at Suzaku with approval. "I want to use my strength to protect the weak in this world."

"Truly an ideal world," Yalin said with a faint smile. "But it's also the most difficult to build. Reality is much harsher than dreams."

Suzaku looked up and said with determination, "No matter how harsh reality is, I will walk this path unwaveringly."

Indeed, as in the original work, Suzaku is a naive idealist. Yalin, looking at Suzaku, thought he was too naive but did not mock him. After all, his dreams were always good, better than those who complain and give up.

"Then let me see your resolve, Suzaku!" Yalin turned to Major Alex and ordered, "Major, spar with Suzaku."

With a wave of his hand, the wind and snow stopped, and the snow on the mountain peak disappeared, revealing solid rock. Yalin quickly cleared a large open space.

"Yes, sir."

Major Alex walked to the center of the open space. Suzaku glanced at Yalin, nodded, and walked over. Taking off his clothes, Major Alex revealed a muscular build and said excitedly, "Suzaku, I will use my full strength."

Suzaku bowed respectfully and took a karate stance, saying, "I look forward to this. Please guide me."

Although Yalin had hinted to Major Alex not to use alchemy against Suzaku, he knew the outcome of the sparring. Suzaku would not win against Major Alex, given the significant differences in age, physique, combat experience, and fighting skills. Moreover, no matter how powerful a character was in the original work, their abilities would be adjusted in this world, preventing them from surpassing the limits of this world...

...

In the newly repaired hall, Suzaku Kururugi was astonished. Yalin had just told him to abandon his human identity and become a White Dragon. Yalin believed he would not refuse this offer. In the past, Suzaku had given up his name and existence to fulfill Lelouch's will, living only as the justice-bringer Zero. Now, if he wanted to build an ideal world, he needed the power!

"Now, give me your answer."

"I understand, Your Majesty! If I can create a world where everyone can live in peace, I am willing to give up everything!"

"Your resolve is commendable..."

Hearing Suzaku's words, Yalin opened the summoning system: "Replace Suzaku Kururugi's bloodline with the White Dragon bloodline."

*System Prompt: Special summon character Suzaku Kururugi's bloodline has been customized to the White Dragon bloodline, consuming one White Dragon bloodline reward.*

Suzaku's body floated in the air, and a white light flooded into him. He felt his cells being continuously broken down and reformed, even hearing his bones crack.

Soon, the summoning system displayed Suzaku's new stats:

Name: Suzaku Kururugi

Race: White Dragon

Class: Warrior

Level: LV1

Experience: 10/2000

Mana: 1200/1200

Strength: 3425

Agility: 2067

Spirit: 1236

Intelligence: 864

Constitution: 1742

Elemental Creature Control: 0/500

Affinity: Friendly 87/100

Special Abilities: Soul Link (soul linked with Yalin), Reflexes (5% increase in agility), Survival Instinct (30% increase in all attributes in life-or-death situations), Mechanical Operation (25% increase in mechanical operation skills), Frost Domain, Elemental Creature Summoning, Frost Spell Immunity, Immunity to Other 1-10 Level Spells, Poison Resistance, Life Toughness (100% increase in health)

Growth Potential: S

Special Summon Resurrection Requirement: 42000 Soul Energy

Unstoppable! Yalin swallowed hard, looking at Suzaku's new stats. His attributes were even higher than those of a normally summoned adult White Dragon. He had essentially gained a powerful ally for free, and even more excitingly, he still had one White Dragon bloodline left. This meant that ordinary characters from the original works, who lacked special abilities, could be strengthened with this bloodline, making them powerful enough to shock the world!

The rise of the White Dragon Clan was inevitable!

(Note 1: "Yes, Your Majesty" is "Yes, Your Majesty" (used to address the emperor), "Yes, Your Highness" is "Yes, Your Highness" (used to address royal family members), and "Yes, My Lord" is "Yes, Sir" (used to address superiors). These are common titles in the *Rebellion of Lelouch* anime, provided here for simple explanation.)

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