Otaku Translation: I! Anomaly Cleansing Agent! C77

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As the subtle tug on his hair pulled his head down slightly, Leon immediately understood her hint. He quickly bent forward, bowing deeply with an earnest expression. “Thank you, Director, for your guidance. I promise I won’t let Chief down, nor will I fail to honor this Anomalous Object you’ve personally crafted.”

“Why do you have to make everything so formal… sigh…”

Seeing right through the red-haired chief’s little scheme, the silver-haired elder woman shot her a sharp glance, then chuckled wryly. “Honestly… If I’d known it would turn out like this, I would’ve applied for anonymity back then. Now everywhere I go, it’s nothing but bows and greetings—it’s such a hassle.”

“The bows and greetings are everyone’s voluntary choice. They’re expressions of genuine respect.”

At the elder’s words, the usually laid-back red-haired chief straightened her posture, her tone unusually serious. “Director Taurus, whether it’s your past achievements or the choices you’ll make in the future, this respect is something you’ve earned.”

“Perhaps…” The elder sighed lightly, clearly uninterested in dwelling on the topic. Rising from the couch, she bid them farewell. “Well then, Olivia, I just came to deliver something and check on how things were going at the sixth Bureau. Since everything seems fine, I won’t overstay my welcome.”

“You’re too kind.”

The red-haired chief gave a respectful nod, then subtly tugged at Leon, pulling him back a step. Meanwhile, the seemingly ordinary old woman shuffled toward the second-floor window. Without warning, she vanished as though stepping into another world entirely.

“…”

No wonder I didn’t see any footprints—they don’t use stairs, do they…

A flicker of realization crossed Leon’s face as he watched the high-ranking director disappear. Unable to hold back any longer, he finally voiced one of the many questions swirling in his mind. “That person we just saw…”

“That was one of the twelve Directors—the current generation of Taurus. She’s also the Bureau’s most skilled master craftsman when it comes to creating Anomalous Objects.”

After briefly explaining the elder’s identity, the red-haired chief added with a note of admiration, “I thought having a master craftsman oversee the forging was already impressive enough. But Director Taurus happened to be available, not only taking charge of crafting this object but even delivering it herself. Your luck really is something else.”

So… is that why the Contamination Value turned out higher than expected? Because a master of her caliber handled the forging?

Nodding in understanding, Leon stole a glance at her expression before pressing further. “Chief, how strong are the twelve Directors compared to someone like you?”

“You misunderstand.”

The red-haired chief shook her head after giving Leon a sidelong glance. “My reason for asking you to show her respect isn’t because of her power or status—it’s out of genuine admiration. Within a year, Director Taurus will voluntarily relinquish her physical form to become part of the [Watchers' Palace].”

“The Watchers' Palace?”

“It’s an Anomalous Object created by the Cleansing Bureau, suspended beyond our world. Its purpose aligns with its name—it exists as humanity’s guardian, the strongest and final barrier protecting this world.”

After offering a concise explanation of the Watchers' Palace, the red-haired chief’s gaze grew complex. “Only individuals who truly love humanity from the depths of their hearts can be chosen by the Watchers' Palace. Once someone accepts the call, their body and most of their emotions are stripped away, leaving behind only the purest intent to watch over humanity. They are then ushered into the Watchers' Palace.”

“Director Taurus has already accepted the call. Within a year, she will take her place in the Watchers' Palace beyond our world, monitoring disasters that threaten humanity while sitting in silent vigil amidst the void until even the last remnants of her will are erased by the merciless passage of time.”

Is that what you call watching over? Sounds more like a twisted version of life imprisonment to me.

After listening to the red-haired chief’s explanation, Leon tried to imagine it for himself—and immediately felt a heavy ache in his chest. Leaving behind a vibrant world full of family and connections to sit alone indefinitely in the cold, empty void, waiting until even one’s will succumbs to loneliness—it was an unimaginably cruel fate for any sentient being.

“Does it have to be this painful?”

Thinking about the gentle, warm smile of the silver-haired elder, Leon couldn’t bear the thought of what awaited her. “This Anomalous Object was made by the Bureau, right? Couldn’t it be modified somehow? Like rotating shifts or something? At least give her a break.”

“No.”

The red-haired chief sighed. “Only extremes leave a mark. Only obsession drives us forward. Only madness allows us to grasp greatness… That’s a saying that’s widely circulated within the Bureau. My interpretation is that whether it’s profound love and reverence or intense hatred and resentment, only these extreme, pure emotions can truly impact the world and give rise to ‘Anomalies.’”

Pausing for a moment, she lifted her gaze to the sky outside the window, her voice soft and distant. “The existence of the [Watchers' Palace] follows this principle. Its call isn’t mandatory; there’s even a ten-year preparation period before ascending. During those years, you can withdraw at any time without anyone remembering you were ever chosen.”

“Most people in the Bureau think the decade is meant as a cooling-off period. But I believe that whether it’s enduring endless suffering in eternal vigilance or weighing the decision during those ten years, both processes serve to strengthen the Watchers' Palace. It’s a selection and purification of the will to watch over humanity.”

“Only those who choose to proceed despite knowing the bleak future ahead—and despite having the option to safely abandon the path—are capable of generating the immense power needed to protect all of humanity across time.”

So that’s how it works…

Finally understanding why the normally carefree chief had acted so “obedient” today, Leon unconsciously took a deep breath, his eyes reflecting deep respect.

Even setting aside her role in crafting his Anomalous Object, the silver-haired elder deserved his respect simply because he was also one of the humans protected by the [Watchers' Palace].

Hmm… the Watchers' Palace… Who would’ve thought the Cleansing Bureau possessed something so profoundly great…

Zzt…

[By attentively listening to the related explanations, you’ve gained significant intelligence regarding the “Watchers' Palace.” The Anomalous-colored Badge “Materialist Soul (Crimson)” has been activated.

Having learned of the Watchers' Palace’s existence, understood the source of its power, and grasped some of its operational rules, your resistance to this Anomalous Object has greatly increased. You can now shield yourself from its general influence.]

“…” ???

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