And then, it will affect the human world as well, and the world will end. We can’t do wars now.”
Sometime ago Azazel had a joking mood, but it’s done a complete change and he has a serious expression. “Do you think a world without God is wrong? Do you think a world without God would decay? I am sorry to say but that isn’t the case. Me and you as well are both healthily living like this.”
Azazel said that while opening his arms. “-------The world moves even without a God.”
------I felt that I somehow understood only those words. Even without a God I lived in this world. I feel that other people’s lives don’t have a particular change either. In between all the difficult talk, I sensed that Azazel’s words “The world moves even without a God” were engraved strongly in my brain. After that, the conversation moved to hereafter’s war potential etc. For some reason, the current military forces and each faction’s interaction, are talking about the power picture from now on. Compared to sometime ago, the feeling of nervousness has reduced. Maybe they understood that no power wants war? “------And, is this it?”
On Sirzechs-sama’s sentence, the VIPs let out a huge sigh. Somehow or other, it seems the usual important conversation is finished. Has it been around maybe 1 hour since the conference began? It sure feels long. I am bad at such long things. It’s more fun to move around. While Grayfia-san is serving tea as the waitress, Michael-san turned his gaze towards me. “Now then, the discussion has considerably been solved in a good direction, is it all right if we hear about the matter of Sekiryuutei-dono soon.”
Everyone’s gaze concentrated towards me. Owah! W-Won’t I be nervous. More like, he properly remembers about the recent thing at the shrine. As expected of the leader of the angels! The thing that I wanted to ask Michael-san ---------I turn my head towards Asia, and prepared myself. Before coming here, I had taken Asia’s prior confirmation. “Asia. Is it all right if I ask Michael-san about you?”
Asia was surprised but she consented. “If Ise-san wants to ask about it, then I don’t mind. Since I trust Ise-san.”
While smiling Asia gave permission. That’s why, I have to ask him. “Why did you exile Asia?”
On my question to Michael-san, everyone had the astonished expression “Why is he talking about it now?”
Sorry. However, no matter what I wanted to ask the Angel side about it once. ---------Asia who trusted God that much, why was she exiled from the church? Other than the Fallen Angels who killed Asia, I felt there were unforgivable parts to the Angel side as well. Michael-san replied in an earnest manner. “I can only apologise for that. ……..After God had been annihilated, only the system to govern divine protection, mercy and miracles remained. This system was, if I explain it simply, the system to perform the miracles etc. God did. God made the system, used it to bring about miracles above ground. To bring about the effect of holy things like exorcism, crosses etc. these too are the system’s powers.”
I see, the damages we devils take when we touch the cross are the effects of the system, huh. And let’s try to hit the boss of the angels with more questions. “After God died, in that…… some system trouble occurred…… is what you’re saying?”
On my question, Michael-san nods. “To be honest, it takes a big toll on anyone who uses it with the exception of God. With me as the centre, everyone of the Seraph was able to somehow start up the system but….. compared to the time God existed, the divine protection and mercy to those who believe in God is not complete. --------It’s an unfortunate thing but, those who can be granted salvation are limited.”
Now that you mention it, Kokabiel may have said it as well. Something about since God isn’t here, there’s a limit to how many people can be saved. “For that, there was a need to keep away those people related to the church who could possibly cause an influence on the system. As an example of those who can cause influence on the system, a part of the Sacred Gear-------Asia Argento’s Twilight Healing is included as well. Your Boosted Gear and also Divine Dividing as well.”
“Asia is included because she can heal Devils and Fallen Angels as well?”
On my question, Michael-san once again nodded. “Yes. If there is a person who can heal Devils and Fallen Angels present within the followers, it will influence the faith of the ones around her. The source of us living in heaven is the faith of believers. Because of that, Twilight healing is a forbidden sacred gear which can cause an influence on the system. And also, as an example of influence on the system------.”
Xenovia interrupts Michael-san and continues. “The people who know about the non-existence of God, right?”
“Yes, that’s right, Xenovia. To lose you is a serious wound even for us but if apart from us, Seraph and a part of the higher rank angels, if a fair amount of people who know about the non-existence of God approach the place with a direct connection then there’s a huge effect on the system. -------I apologise. There was no other way but to make you and Asia Argento heretics.”
Michael-san bowed his head to Asia and Xenovia-----. Ooh, the top of the Angels is apologizing to Asia and Xenovia! The two in question also stared in wonder. Indeed they’ll be troubled on how to respond. However, immediately Xenovia shakes her neck sideways, and smiles. “No, Michael-sama, please don’t apologise. Even like this, till I reached this age I was brought up by the church. I somehow felt it was a bit irrational but if you know the reason then there’s nothing such as asking why.”
“The fact that you reincarnated as a devil, that is our crime.”
“It’s al right. ……..I regretted it a bit but the things that I couldn’t do when I was serving the church, the things that were sealed from me are now brilliantly colouring my everyday life. If I say these words, I may anger the other believers but…….. Even then I am satisfied by my current life.”
Xenovia thought that way of her life with us……. There’s also the part of her being a bit too otherworldly but she isn’t a bad girl. Asia also says it with her hands together. “Michael-sama, I also feel I am happy. Since I now have a lot of important people. And also I have met and talked with the Michael-sama who I admired, it’s an honour!”
On Asia’s and Xenovia’s words Michael-san showed an expression of relief. “Sorry. I am grateful for your forgiving hearts. I leave Durandal to you, Xenovia. Since it’s the family of the Sirzechs’ sister then I am at ease that it won’t be used by those who do as they please.”
Azazel is looking at Asia. Asia also noticed it, and her body trembled. “It seems my subordinates killed her while keeping quiet about it. I received that report as well.”
I said it to Azazel clearly. “That’s right, Asia died once. E-even I was killed by Fallen Angels but above that Asia!