The video then cut over show that the Norse World had been successfully defended, and presented the image of our side which was cheering due to victory. How would the Devils feel when seeing such a scene? “The ones shown fighting in this battle aren’t just Devils. There are also the Fallen Angels and the Angels of Heaven who have formed an alliance with us, as well as strong support from other mythologies that have rushed over to help us one after the other. Our opposing force against Trihexa and the Evil Dragons has increased significantly. Although they have been temporarily repulsed, they will reappear soon, and continue their destruction. The scale of this has already tremendously exceeded the ‘Demonic Beast Riot’ which occurred several months ago. Nevertheless, to everyone in the Underworld, please stay calm, there is no need to panic. That is because we have the star of hope.”
The next image which was shown was the talented youths. The Chichiryuutei Ise, Switch Princess Rias, the next head of the House of Bael Sairaorg, Heaven’s Joker Dulio, and the others. The citizens of the Underworld were all familiar with the people who appeared there one by one. “—That’s right, this is the anti-terrorist group [DxD]. Right now, in order to protect the world of us Devils, as well as the citizens of the world, and in order to protect the worlds of other mythologies, these brave warriors who make me proud are now fighting fiercely with their lives on the line.”
Serafall, who was on the side also appeared in front of the camera and smiled towards it. “That’s right! Everyone! I will also be going to the frontlines, so there’s no need to worry!”
Sirzechs couldn’t help showing a slight smile as he looked at Serafall, and then continued to elaborate. “We will definitely protect everyone in the Underworld. Even if I have to bet my life on it, I swear that I will protect it even if it costs me my life.”
Sirzechs’ words were very firm. …Seeing the figures of Ise and the others who were just shown, how would ordinary Devils feel? At least compared to having a suspicious person like me on TV, it would give the people more peace of mind if Sirzechs personally said that. The broadcast of Sirzechs and Serafall then continued onto the topic of the future, and also the injustices of the Rating Games. For dozens of minutes afterwards, they continuously made such announcements to the citizens—. After the broadcast ended, Sirzechs and Serafall got up from their seats and left. I said to Serafall
“You’re still the same even at a time like this, Serafall.”
Serafall made her usual peace pose with two fingers — and then she became even bolder. “I should act this way even more during a time like this. —Well, I also have to go to the frontlines.”
Sirzechs smiled lightly. “You and your servants always cause trouble.”
“Really, you don’t need to say such unfriendly things. Are we really good friends who have come together? Moreover, I only come out at these times, so I really get the feeling that ‘I’m a Maou’.”
I also said to Sirzechs
“The Cadres of my side will also be sent here to you. The Seraphim of Heaven will also come here. Ah, it’s almost as if Armageddonhas arrived early.”
Serafall asked Sirzechs
“What about you Sirzechs-chan?”
The intention behind this question was whether the Maou Lucifer would also be fighting. Sirzechs’ expression became stern, and he then said
“—I will go. Let me do something that a ‘Maou’ should do as well. …But before that, I have some things to deal with.”
Sirzechs would also be heading out—. I was afraid that I would be able to see his true form soon. That was because it would be a long and arduous battle. After Serafall confirmed his reply, she said
“Well, I’ll be going first then!”
And left early to go off somewhere. That left me and Sirzechs. Sirzechs asked me softly
“—The plan from before, it can be started at any time, right?”
That matter was centred around our Three Factions…and a certain ‘strategy’. “That’s right, I’ve gotten the agreement of the other gods. The next step waits on the decision of you Maous. Even if you guys say no, it’ll just be us who will implement it at that time.”
If that ‘strategy’ was really implemented…it would be both difficult, and cruel. In fact, I did not want to involve Sirzechs and Michael in it. However, Sirzechs smiled at me
“When it all comes down to this, you could say that we all share the same fate, right?”
“…Actually, is this really for the best? Say, Sirzechs. You weren’t originally Lucifer. …Your real name is ‘Sirzechs Gremory’. I’m not saying this with any bad intentions, it’s just that—”
Do you need to bear the name of ‘Lucifer’ to such an extent? I always thought that. Sirzechs was still quite young as a Devil, he was a young man who hadn’t even lived a thousand years yet. However, he was going to put his own life at stake for the Underworld. …He was not born into the family of Lucifer. He was just the extraordinarily strong young master of an aristocratic family. Sirzechs looked up at the ceiling, and he narrowed his eyes slightly. “I understand what you’re saying. It’s already been half a year since I’ve been able to talk to you, Azazel…so I also understand. Fallen Angels can be unexpectedly gentle.”
Don’t say that. Otherwise, at that time, your determination will dull…. Sirzechs continued
“I worry about what will happen afterwards. Azazel, we current Maous finally passed the proposal for the next plan yesterday.”
I see, they had even agreed on that. It’s really only at times like these that you’ll think and act seriously, you guys…. “Leaving Belphegor and Mammon aside, a new problem has been placed before us. That is time, it is necessary to have time for the citizens to accept it.”
“But, there isn’t anyone else is there?”
All of a sudden, Sirzechs revealed a lonely expression. “The only pity is…I won’t be able to see it once the plan is implemented. I originally thought that I had to see it for myself, their match—”
I couldn’t help scratching the back of my head; you really can say it, Sirzechs. “You definitely shouldn’t say that. You’ve also shaken my mind a bit. …But let’s leave it at that, this alternative work can be considered complete, right?”
“Yeah, he’ll stay behind.”
“I see, I understand so we can’t blame him for not being here, right? Then, there are no problems to implement that plan.”
Regarding the next matter, Sirzechs and I smiled at each other, and at that time, someone appeared before us. It was a blonde-haired girl. Her two eyes were a crimson colour like blood; she was a vampire. I recognised this vampire girl. That was because she was the girl that I met before the incident in Vampire’s country. Moreover, I was also looking forward to this girl’s appearance. “Yo, Elmenhilde.”
Hearing my voice, Elmenhilde Karnstein also greeted us. Indeed, it was that vampire who was sent by the Karnstein family of the Carmilla faction, Elmenhilde. That lofty, high-class blonde-haired vampire girl.