It is easier for someone to relate to the weak and powerless when they are one of them, but people change easily once they gain strength. They would look at the same people with disdain. The emperor had also risen from these streets under the oppressive behaviour of the previous emperor.
He had a special body kind. He grew stronger in silence, and once his strength grew considerably, he killed the previous emperor and replaced him. The people were happy at first since the strict ruler was gone, and they had hopes to have better lives.
But what came were lives worse than hell. The new emperor called Decay had changed completely. After rising to this position, his aim was to reach the world ranking just based on his own strength. That was why he was always getting stronger, making these people suffer.
"I have seen enough. It is time to get this Fruit of Depression," Jayden mumbled to himself as he released the cup from his hand, which immediately disappeared into the air.