Ainz - Strong Emotions

When beings as powerful as Ainz experienced strong emotions, everyone nearby could sense it, often striking fear into their hearts. This could betray what he was thinking, so when training with Cocytus, he’d received some pointers on controlling it.

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“Your Majesty.”

“What?”

His rage turned her way. Then his eyes widened, surprised.

Strong emotions—especially hostility—from one of his power were a burden upon those weak in body and mind. Even a glance their way was stunning. True, he had merely been angry, not actively desiring her death. But even that would hit a weak elf hard. Yet, she had withstood the impact, merely turning pale.

She was extremely weak—one of many failed mothers. So how had she withstood his disfavor? Was he simply that exhausted?

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Volume 15, Chapter 1.1-2.1