Novel Lived
Chapter 6684 Ego Problem
Chapter 6684 Ego Problem
Although this was just a single test that produced a solitary set of data points, it already confirmed a lot of theories.
"Commandeering doesn't work properly because the process of turning a mech pilot into a Knight is inherently a domineering act." Saint Commander Casella explained her theory on what had happened during her initial attempt. "Standard mech pilots can easily accept my influence because they are frankly not strong enough to resist my authority. They are completely willing and able to allow me to take control over them. They realize that the difference in strength is so high that there is no point in resisting."
"Ah." Melkor said in realization.
"It appears you understand. Your recent breakthrough and increase in strength has boosted your confidence, and subsequently your self-esteem. From the moment you see yourself as a champion rather than a common soldier, you no longer want to bow to my authority. That is why you have been resisting my Command Field's attempt to turn you into one my Knights."
In other words, it was an ego problem. Melkor thought he was too good to be reduced to a cog in a machine.
As long as he held this thought, he would instinctively resist Casella's forceful influence over his mind and spirit.
There was nothing much Casella could do about it. The process of Commandeering should only be conducted between two willing parties. If one side did not want to let a powerful ace commander take charge, then that should be the end of the story.
"Is it possible for Melkor to adjust his mindset so that he can be Commandeered?" Ves curiously asked.
"I think so." The Saint Commander asked. "I will need to widen the gap between myself and him. If I become a senior ace commander and earn a large amount of glory in battle, Melkor will put himself in a lower position relative to mine. I imagine that this will work for other qi cultivators as well. As long as they sincerely believe that I am much more powerful than them, they will earnestly bow their heads and accept my authority."