Moreover, thinking of the image Tartaros showed him of his future self invaded by Leobrundo's soul, it seemed that this version of himself might have been influenced by Leobrundo.
At least for now, although he harbors resentment towards the Land of Light, he hasn't truly thought about annihilating them—he just wants to gain power to surpass Jian!
As for whether he can return to the Land of Light after surpassing Jian, he never contemplates it... because he knows the answer: even if the Land of Light were to accept him again, he wouldn't have the face to return.
The Land of Light is too noble!
So noble that he, who possesses feelings of guilt, considers himself an outlier!
"Forget it, I'll use my own methods to increase my power." Belial had already given up on the idea of seizing the light within Asuka Ichiban.
