Chapter 49: Clash of Titans: Yhwach's Ominous Declaration
Sirzechs arrived the moment Rias called for him. Everyone bowed to him except for his sister.
Sirzechs: What is the matter? You said it was urgent. Did Lord Yhwach threaten you or try to harm you in any way?
Rias shook her head.
Rias: No, I have terrible news and I don't think you will like it.
Sirzechs: What's the matter Rias?
Rias: Tiamat isn't in the Familiar Forest any more, I heard that from Saji. Do you know what that means if she is out? A Dragon King doesn't deal with the Devil, Angel, or Fallen Angel affairs unless necessary. She has contacts with the High and Ultimate-Class beings.
Rias said with worry.
Sirzechs put a finger to his lips and started to think.
Sirzechs: I haven't met her in person, but I have received some messages from her.
Rias: I don't understand why she would leave that forest.
Rias said.
Sirzechs: I don't know either, but if she has gone rogue, we will have a problem in our hands. I will have my men investigate the forest and see if she has left anything behind but in the meantime... You have a visitor.
Sirzechs snapped his fingers and a magic circle appeared.
Sairaorg appeared before Rias and Sirzechs left to go investigate the Tiamat problem.
Sairaorg: Hello, Rias, it's been a while.
Sairaorg said.
Rias crossed her arms and had a serious look.
Rias: What brings you here? I heard you wanted to speak with me, so here I am.
Sairaorg laughed.
Sairaorg: Funny, I don't know why you seem so mad at me, but I have a request to make if you don't mind.
He asked.
Rias gestured for him to continue.
Sairaorg: I would like to challenge the one named Yhwach Quincy in a rating game.
He requested.
Rias took a sip of her tea.
Rias: I think I might have heard you wrong. Did you say you want to challenge Yhwach Quincy?
She asked just to be sure.
Sairaorg: Is there a problem with that? I've heard that he killed the immortal bird Riser and the war mongrel Kokabiel with no sweat. People are saying he is a God and I want to see how powerful he is. I haven't had a good fight in a very long time and I want to test my might against him.
He honestly spoke.
Rias sat down in her chair.
Rias: Do you understand what you're asking? I just can't summon him, he has his own set of rules he follows. He doesn't listen to our instructions and he is always plotting something behind our backs. And you are asking me to have him challenge you in a rating game.
Sairaorg: Of course, Rias, The entirety of the Underworld will come to watch this fight between a Bael and a God.
Rias didn't know what to do, she looked at Grayfia for answers, but she just ignored her and continued to do her work.
Rias sighed heavily.
Rias: Alright, I will try to ask him and see if he wants to challenge you, but if he says no, I will not bother to try and pursue him into fighting you. I will just give you one warning though. Once you experience his power, don't come to me because I told you so.
Sairaorg smiled and he punched his hand and gripped it.
Sairaorg: I can feel my blood boiling just thinking of it. Oh, and be sure to tell him if he accepts and wins, I will gladly give him anything.
Rias: What would you like to have him give you if he accepts?
Rias asked.
Sairaorg: ...I want to learn how he has become so powerful.
Rias's eyes widened slightly.
Sairaorg: I think everyone in the Underworld and some Gods were wondering how he has become so powerful, but once I defeat him, I will truly know his secret.
He said.
Rias: You know he has never lost a battle? He has always come out on top. In every battle he was in, he fought and killed with ease. Besides, I don't think he will settle for a rating game, but for a duel between you and him or even his group against your peerage.
She said.
Sairaorg: I don't care either way, as long as I get to fight him, then I have no problems.
Rias: I will ask him once he gets back from the trip to Kyoto.
Sairaorg: Very well, I will come back at a later date and see what his answer is. In the meantime, take care of yourself Rias.
Sairaorg left with a smile, leaving Rias to her thoughts.
She still hasn't got word from Sona or any other messages regarding Loki. She wanted to help, but she knew she just couldn't leave and fight an Evil God, her brother would kill her at the thought.
She was contemplating asking Mr. Quincy for help, but couldn't muster up and ask him because he might say something insulting to her about her not being able to help.
So much has happened that she was filled with stress and worry. Tiamat, Sona, Mr. Quincy, Loki, and even the Holy Swords that were taken from them. She was gonna return them to the Angels, but it seemed that Mr. Quincy had plans for them.
But at the end of the day, she was a tad bit grateful for him that she wasn't going to marry Riser.
Grayfia: Lady Rias, would you be able to give these to Lady Leviathan and tell her to not be late for the meeting?
Grayfia said as she handed her the papers.
Rias agreed and left for the Underworld.
Scene Break
In the deepest parts of Hell where there isn't a single soul to be seen or even a lot of light is a huge black castle that looks like a prison was built above the lava.
Two men were walking towards the throne room and there was an echo of footsteps heard. The enormous doors opened up to a throne room that was barely lit and completely quiet with no sound at all except for the quiet breathing and lava flow.
A man that is young and had silver long hair walked into the empty throne room with a companion beside him carrying some important papers. They were nervous and were sweating quite a bit from how cold the room felt.
Man: It's too dark and quiet in here? Are you sure that he is here?
The man asked.
The silver-haired man breathed out and he could see his breath.
Silver-haired Man: Listen to me, I have searched and searched endlessly to find him and I finally found a lead and I was led here.
The silver-haired man said.
Man: Lord Rizevim would be completely surprised at what we found.
The other man said.
The silver-haired man stopped in his tracks and looked at his companion.
Silver-haired Man: No... I'm afraid that Rizevim will not be able to see what we found because-
He shoved his arm right through his partner's chest and ripped out his beating heart.
Silver-haired Man: You will not live that long to tell.
He fell to the floor and bled out on the ancient carpet in the middle of the room.
The silver-haired man picked up the important papers and continued to walk towards the end of the room until he heard a calm and sinister voice that made him dead in his tracks.
???: What do you want outsider?
The voice asked that sounded like it was coming from all around him.
Silver-haired Man: I have extremely important news and I know it would be important to you.
???: Hahaha, you have news? You entered my prison that no one knows and killed someone in it to just tell me you have news? I should erase you from existence and send you to purgatory.
The sinister voice said.
Silver-haired Man: I am here to only serve you and nothing else. This news is about someone who is trying to destroy what you are after.
???: What is your name?
Euclid: My name is Euclid Lucifuge, my Lord.
The voice didn't respond and Euclid got the vibe that he wanted him to continue.
Euclid: A being known as Yhwach Quincy has been claiming to be a God and is trying to unite the entire world into one and create peace between Angel, Devil, Fallen Angel, Gods, Youkai, humans, and everyone else.
Red glowing eyes appeared and Euclid could just see his eyes.
???: On your knees.
He commanded and Euclid quickly felt magic power crush him to make him fall on his knees.
Euclid was shaking in fear from this enormous magic power and the intense pressure he was feeling. The sound of barking was heard and Euclid went stiff at the sound of the noise.
Two Hellhounds walked up to him and circled him.
Euclid: I-I thought these were only a myth?
Euclid asked.
???: No, they aren't and you will tell me who this Yhwach Quincy is before I end you.
He said and his eyes shined brighter with hate and anger.
After a while of explaining the Hellhounds were called back and the magic power that was keeping him on his knees was lifted and he stood back up and dusted himself off.
The sound of footsteps was heard and the sinister voice appeared before him where stood a tall man with short pitch black hair and crimson ruby red eyes. He wore the same clothing as Sirzechs and Rizevim, but it was all black.
Euclid was shaking in fear and he bowed unknowingly.
Euclid: I-I was r-r-r-right, y-you are still alive.
He sprouted out twenty-four wings and stared coldly at Euclid.
???: It seems you know who I am and what I am capable of.
Euclid: Y-Yes.
He retracted his wings then grabbed Euclid by the neck and threw him against the wall. He spat out blood and recovered.
???: If you know who I am, then I presume you know what I will do to low filth such as yourself?
He asked.
Euclid: W-Wait my Lord, I am here to serve you and nothing else.
Euclid said.
The man smiled and pulled Euclid back into a chokehold. He gripped Euclid's neck even more until he couldn't make a sound.
???: Let me tell you a story that only a few know.
He threw him to the floor and a Hellhound got on top of him.
The sinister man rotated his hand and Euclid's legs snapped and he couldn't walk.
???: My father who has created me and loved me told me to bow before a human and I told him no. I rebelled against him, but I was cast out of Heaven and my brother Michael cast me to Hell for all eternity and I have been here ever since.
Euclid was trying to ease the pain, but it wasn't helping.
Lucifer: I am Lucifer the King of Hell. I created all of you to find a way out for me, but you all have forgotten about me. Trust me when I say this, I will destroy this precious world and kill off Michael and this so-called Yhwach Quincy. He could be the savior of the world, but I will be the one to kill him and this world.
Lucifer said.
Euclid: P-Please, I am only here to serve you. I have news on the current Devil Kings and the old Devil Kings. I can be of great use to you.
Lucifer smiled.
Lucifer: I've already had help, you see. Ever since I was sent to Hell forever. I have found her extremely helpful. I think you heard of her, she is named Lilith and is trying to find a way to break the chains off me, so I can destroy everything that Yhwach is protecting and kill my brother off.
Lucifer said as his eyes shined even brighter.
Euclid's eyes widened at hearing that name.
Euclid: Y-You're-
Lucifer: Yes, I am. Oh, and be sure to tell Rizevim once he gets to purgatory that he was a fool trying to be a Lucifer.
Lucifer snapped his fingers and Euclid vanished into thin air, turning into nothing.
Lucifer walked back to his throne and sat back down.
Lucifer: Yhwach? The savior of the world? I guess our meeting will have to wait until I'm free from this prison.
Lucifer said to himself as he rested his cheek against his fist.
Lucifer: I guess I should visit Indra, Ophis, and Great Red once I get free before I meet you, savior of the world.
Lucifer chuckled after saying his title.
Lucifer raised a finger and the Hellhounds started to eat the body in the middle of the room. His eyes stayed glowing and he started to smile sinisterly as his teeth started to show.
Lucifer: I will kill you both Michael and Yhwach Quincy. You can be the protector of Heaven brother and you could be the savior of the world Yhwach, but I will be true evil incarnate... Hahaha... Hahahaha... Hahahahahahahaha.
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Raynare's eyes slowly opened up and a massive headache came rolling in. She put her hands on her head and clenched her teeth.
Raynare: Ow, ow, ow.
The pain started to subside a little and she looked around to see where she was.
She realized that she was back at Azazel's home.
Kalawarner: Look who finally decided to wake up from their slumber.
Kalawarner said as she walked into the room.
Raynare: Kalawarner? What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be at the hotel?
Raynare quickly realized that they were attacked at the hotel.
Raynare: We need to get back to Kyoto now! Those assassins are still alive.
She argued.
Kalawarner chuckled a little bit.
Kalawarner: Don't you remember what happened?
Raynare shook her head.
Raynare: I remember getting cut and falling unconscious, after that, I don't remember a thing.
Kalawarner: Well, you missed out on a lot actually and I mean a lot.
Kalawarner said as she rested her back against the door.
Raynare: What exactly did I miss out on?
Kalawarner: Lord Yhwach figured out who the people behind the attacks were and we are getting ready for war against the Old Satan Faction. Yasaka has agreed to join Lord Yhwach's cause for making world peace. Azazel is also joining our side and we will also try to convince the Devils to break the system and if that fails... We start a war with them as well.
Kalawarner explained.
Raynare scoffed softly.
Raynare: It seems like I missed out on a lot.
Kalawarner: Anyway, we are leaving for school here shortly and the Master has instructed me to tell you to get some rest if you are awake.
Raynare: I should go, I should be of use to him.
Raynare tried to get out of bed, but Kalawarner shook her head.
Kalawarner: It's his orders, he knows these types of situations. He's been poisoned before as well, so you need to get your rest before you can be walking about.
Raynare covered herself up and laid back down in bed. Kalawarner waved her goodbye and closed the door behind her, leaving Raynare alone in her thoughts.
Everyone got ready and they left for school. After a short walk, they reached the school grounds and they were quickly greeted by the students.
Student: That was fun Mr. Quincy, we should go somewhere else next time.
Student #2: This school needed a teacher like you, Mr. Quincy.
Students: All hail Mr. Quincy
Issei was groaning in annoyance that all of the students looked up to him as if he had the answers to everything.
Issei: (In thought) Oh shit, I forgot, he technically does.
He said to himself.
Asia patted him on the back and he smiled at her knowing it would be alright. He felt ashamed that he got his ass whooped by Mr. Quincy while only using his legs, it just proves that he has a long way to go before reaching his level.
They all reached the classroom and when the doors slid open, Rias and Akeno were waiting for him inside.
Yhwach and Even Zaegar weren't amused by this. Everyone got to their seats and Yhwach walked to the front of the class.
Rias: Are you ignoring me? We need to talk because it's important. It's about you taking the students on a trip while finals are coming up.
Yhwach: I'm afraid you're gravely mistaken you, little Devil. The finals have been moved to next semester Princess. The students needed to rest and have fun because how else would they learn if they were just too tired of the same stuff?
Yhwach asked.
Rias: What? Why are they moved?
Rias asked.
Yhwach: Ask the Principal, he has the answers to your questions. The class will be starting here shortly.
Rias wasn't liking his tone.
Rias: No, you can't just come back from a trip and act as if everything is fine. You're plotting something behind our backs because I feel like I'm starting to understand you a little bit. I bet you are planning something right now.
Rias said as she got closer to him.
Yhwach turned to look at her and his eyes were narrowed.
Yhwach: Don't push your luck, toying with you amateurs is like a game to me. If you honestly think you know me, then you are gravely mistaken.
He said with a raspy voice.
Rias's fear was starting to show a little bit, but she held on.
Rias: If you think you're above this world and everyone else, then you're gravely mistaken.
Rias said.
Akeno: Ara ara, are you trying to start a fight with a God Rias? It seems you have some feelings you want to share with Mr. Quincy.
Akeno said with a smirk.
Rias blushed at her comment and decided to ignore it.
Yhwach: You possess quite the audacity, but understand this – anyone who stands in my way will suffer grave consequences. None should underestimate the power of a Quincy.
Yhwach said coldly.
Chills ran up Rias's spine after hearing him say that. She cleared her throat and asked him a question, hoping to hear him say no and refuse.
Rias: My cousin Sairaorg was wondering if you would accept his challenge to fight against him in a one-on-one or even a rating game.
She asked.
Yhwach smiled that someone wanted to challenge him to a fight.
Yhwach: Intriguing. I wholeheartedly accept his challenge and convey to him that this will be a no-holds-barred confrontation—his peerage against me and my associates.
Rias fears that this will end bloody and chaotic.
Rias: I will give word to him that you accepted his challenge and I forgot to mention the terms.
Yhwach kept looking at her with his serious eyes. Rias had a tint of red at how he was looking at her, but she brushed that off.
Rias: The terms are if he wins, you must tell him how you have grown so powerful, and if you win, then he will give you anything he wants.
Yhwach: I simply don't care if his entire fortune is on the line or not. The thrill of battle is the biggest reward you can ever receive.
Yhwach turned towards the class.
Akeno: Oh dear, you just love to fight I see.
Akeno flirted.
Yhwach didn't pay any attention to her.
Yhwach: I think it's time for you all to leave.
He said.
As he said that, Grayfia walked into the classroom with a nonchalant expression.
Grayfia: Yhwach Quincy, we have some business to discuss with you and Sirzechs would like to speak with you as well.
Kalawarner and Freed stayed back and let it play out between them. They didn't want to interrupt or try something funny with the strongest Queen.
Yhwach focused his attention on the newcomer.
Yhwach: Devils, your presence is becoming increasingly bothersome. If you seek to fight, I willingly embrace the challenge. Should that not be the case, convey to that foolish Devil King that I am prepared to turn his nightmares into a harsh reality.
Yhwach smiled.
Rias: What do you mean by that?
Rias asked.
Yhwach: I have nothing to do with that man. Because I will be seeing you all at the meeting here very shortly or do you want to start things here and now?
Yhwach said.
The three of them slowly got ready to fight,
Yhwach: Fear not, I cannot bring myself to engage seriously with mere children.
Rias got offended by his remark and Grayfia clenched her teeth from the annoyance and smack talk. Akeno smiled and laughed a little at his little joke. The bell rang and school was starting, Yhwach gave them a smirk and they were forced to leave.
Rias wasn't thinking straight and she punched the wall.
Rias: Ow, ow, ow.
She held her hand in pain and she had small amounts of tears in her eyes.
Akeno: I guess that Mr. Quincy always knows his way around you Rias.
Akeno said.
Grayfia: I should punish him for talking down on a Devil King.
Grayfia said.
Rias: I wouldn't do that Grayfia, you saw what he did to Riser and Kokabiel. I just simply don't understand why he is always picking on me. What did I ever do to him?
Rias asked herself.
Akeno: Ara ara, I saw the way you were looking at him, I could see in your eyes that you wanted him to at least show some affection for you.
Rias: Akeno, for the last time, I do not l- just forget it.
Rias gave up and returned to the clubroom.
The school day zoomed on by and everyone was packing up to leave. Yhwach told everyone to go back home without him because he needed to finish grading papers before going home. The sun was slowly setting and nightfall was coming.
It was extremely quiet and the only two noises you could hear were the sound of his breathing and the clock ticking.
Ten minutes went by and Yhwach felt a strange presence around him. He sensed that it was coming closer and closer by the second. The windows instantly shattered and a huge hole in the wall appeared. Yhwach jumped back, but a person appeared in front of him kicked Yhwach in the back, and sent him flying outside.
The sound of thunder was heard all around them, lightning was shooting down as well with intense rain.
Yhwach rose to his feet, casually wiping away a trace of blood.
Yhwach: it's been quite some time since someone attempted a surprise attack on me.
The man jumped down from the school building and slowly walked up to Yhwach. The Devils heard a huge explosion and they quickly went to investigate the area to see what happened. As they arrived, they saw Yhwach and a stranger on the track field.
Kiba: Who is that?
Koneko: Beats me?
Grayfia's eyes widened and her mouth was agape. She was awestruck that he was here of all places.
They jumped down as well and got a little closer to hear what they were saying.
Man: Yhwach Quincy, the God, the savior of all. The one who defeated Riser and Kokabiel without a sweat. The man who is going to change this world with his own hands and mind.
The strange man spoke.
Yhwach stayed quiet and got serious.
Man: You want true peace, an ultimate life of freedom for everyone. No wars, no hate, no emptiness, but a world of true happiness. If I didn't know any better, it would seem that you're trying to bring Heaven to Earth.
He said.
Yhwach: That is my sole purpose in this infernal existence. Are you attempting to impede me from bestowing upon this world the very essence it requires?
Yhwach asked.
Man: Oh no, I actually support you on that.
Yhwach: Oh really? Then why are you in my way?
Yhwach asked.
Man: To stop you.
Yhwach: I see then, another wishes to fight me. Your hypocrisy isn't something I tolerate well. You say one thing, then you say another—what truly do you want to do?
Yhwach asked.
The man got serious and he put his hands in his pockets.
Man: I'm not here to fight you... I'm here to destroy you.
Yhwach: What's this all about?
Yhwach asked.
Man: I am here for one reason and that is to kill you. If you're wondering why it's because you are going to be starting a war soon and how is that peace? The way I see it is that you are trying to destroy this world and reshape it under your rule, your tyranny.
The man said.
Yhwach: You don't understand, do you? There is no peace in this world, no forgiveness, no respect of any kind. There is no hope for this world, just deep despair. If no one is willing to rescue this world from damnation, then who will be the one to save the lives of the innocent? To dismantle the corruption of this world? All I see in this hopeless world are people who suffer or are enslaved without a voice.
Man: But starting a war? You must be a fool or something.
Yhwach: How do you expect to transform a world without challenging the very beliefs these people cling to? They pray to a God who is lifeless, to a Heaven teetering on instability, and to a Hell where innocent souls are enslaved. I will emerge as the savior of this world, revealing to every soul in this infernal realm that a true God is present for them.
Man: You're no God, you're a human with high ambitions.
Yhwach: To be a God, you have to make people believe you are one.
Yhwach said.
Man: I can see it within you. You're just like the rest of the people who try to change the world or even destroy it, you're just pure evil and your only goal in this world is to wipe everything you deem a threat.
The man said.
Yhwach: I never claimed to be benevolent or compassionate because to reshape the world, one must be relentlessly ruthless.
Yhwach stated.
Yhwach Activated The Schrift W the Wind and the man in front of him quickly got ready to fight.
Yhwach: Before we begin this little dance to the death, what is your name?
Yhwach asked as he narrowed his eyes.
Scene Break
The school gang returned to Azazel's house and were instantly greeted by Kuroka and Tiamat in naked aprons. Issei dropped his bag and he wiped his eyes to see if he was actually seeing this correctly.
Kalawarner had tick marks at the nerve of them even doing that.
Asia: What are you two doing? Does anyone else know what you're doing?
Asia asked.
Kuroka: Nya, we wanted to surprise Lord Yhwach when he got back because he probably had a long day at work and we wanted to relieve some of his stress. What do you think? Don't we look sexy?
Kuroka spun around slowly, showing her exposed ass for at least a couple of seconds.
Kalawarner: That's not the point here.
Kalawarner said.
Tiamat: Why not? We even cooked for him.
Tiamat said.
Kalawarner's eyes widened.
Kalawarner: Please tell me you're joking?
Kalawarner said.
Kuroka opened up the oven and Kalawarner saw a chicken cooking up. From the looks of it, it looks perfectly fine and everything looks okay, but what she is worried about is the taste.
Kuroka pouted when she realized that he wasn't with them.
Kuroka: Where is he?
She asked.
Freed left the group and went towards the couch to get some shut-eye.
Freed: He's at school finishing up, he should be back probably in an hour or two.
Freed said.
Kalawarner: are you guys alright? You look like a train hit you.
Kalawarner asked.
Asia: The chicken is burning up.
Asia said.
Kuroka: Nya!
Kuroka quickly turned around and opened up the oven and smoke just came rushing out. She put on her mittens and bent over to pull the chicken out.
Kalawarner: Put some underwear on if you're going to bend over like that!
Kalawarner yelled at her.
Issei and Freed tried their damn hardest to not look. The front door opened up and Cao Cao walked in and he could instantly smell burnt chicken.
Cao Cao: This house is going to smell for a while.
He said.
Issei: Where did you go off to?
Issei asked.
Cao Cao: I went to dig up some information on some of the current enemies we will be facing here soon. It would seem that Shalba and Katerea are well-defended and are both masterful strategizers.
Cao Cao said.
Tiamat jumped up and sat on the counter.
Kalawarner: I'm not going to eat there like ever now.
Kalawarner said.
Tiamat: I hate Shalba. All he ever thinks about is recreating the old Devil system and destroying everything. I also forgot about that little annoying brat who is called Diodora, he is a pain.
Tiamat said.
Cao Cao: Diodora will be challenging Rias Gremory's peerage here shortly, so I know where it's going to ta-
Cao Cao's eyes widened.
Everyone focused their attention on Cao Cao.
Kalawarner: What is it? You look spooked.
Kalawarner said.
Cao Cao: No... No, no, no.
He said.
Issei: What's wrong?
Issei asked.
Cao Cao: Do you not sense that intense magic power? I feel the coldness going up my spine, this is Lord Yhwach's power and someone else's that I haven't felt in a very long time.
He said.
Everyone focused and they all felt that divine power he used when he fought Cao Cao.
Kuroka: Lord Yhwach is in trouble if he is using that, I'm going to go see if he is alright.
Kuroka said as she left the house and flew towards his location, she didn't even bother changing.
Everyone else followed her lead and went towards the school.
Freed: Can I have one hour of sleep, please?
Freed asked as he left as well.
Scene Break
Rias was astonished and frightened at the same time because of the power these two were emitting.
Indra: Well, then Yhwach, my name is Indra and I am a God of all Gods.
Indra said.
Rias and Sona's peerage were stunned. They couldn't understand why one of the top ten strongest people in the world who technically is almost above the Heavenly Dragons decided to come to Kuoh and challenge Yhwach.
Yhwach rushed Indra and tried to throw him off guard by throwing a punch, but Indra grabbed his fist and he threw a punch of his own and connected against his cheek.
Yhwach was launched back and he quickly regained his balance in the air and landed on the ground. He rushed him again and did the same thing, but he quickly canceled it and went for a leg sweep instead.
Indra didn't expect that and he fell to the floor. Yhwach pulled out a knife out of his sleeve and tried to stab him.
Indra kicked the weapon away and kicked Yhwach in the face. Yhwach reacted quickly and caught the foot. He used this chance to kick his other leg to lose balance and tip over, but Indra lifted himself and kicked him in the side of the head.
Yhwach: Impressive
Yhwach said as he jumped in the air and tried to kick him, but Indra punched him in the gut with a lot of force and he spat out some blood.
Yhwach started to smile from this battle and his blood was boiling.
Indra: You don't know my powers or my techniques and that is why you are losing. I'll tell you one of my abilities and that is I can read minds, so I know your every move, Yhwach.
He said.
Yhwach: is that right?
Yhwach asked.
Indra: You find this amusing? You're losing and you're enjoying yourself over there.
Yhwach: You're gravely mistaken, I was seeing the way you fight and now I have a better picture of it all. Now, let's see you survive my wrath, Indra.
Yhwach jumped back and he looked serious.
Yhwach raised his left hand and he smiled.
Yhwach: Zephyr's Embrace (Zefā no Hōyō)
Indra, caught off guard by this new technique, felt an irresistible force pulling him towards Yhwach.
Indra tried to resist, but the gravitational pull was too strong. He found himself being dragged towards Yhwach against his will. Yhwach, with a stoic expression, extended his right hand, preparing for what would come next.
As Indra was pulled closer, Yhwach seized the opportunity. With a swift and precise movement, he gripped Indra's neck tightly. The God of all Gods struggled against the force, but Yhwach's grasp was unyielding.
Yhwach: (Coldly) Your ability to read minds won't save you from the inevitable.
With a powerful surge of strength, Yhwach slammed Indra onto the ground with brutal force. The impact created a massive crater, shaking the surroundings. The ground quaked beneath the force of the collision, and the shockwaves echoed through the night.
Indra started to bleed from the back of his head a little, but he quickly recovered and launched lighting strikes at Yhwach, hitting him directly in the back.
Indra decided to make the wind even stronger, making it hard to move. Yhwach raised his right hand.
Indra: (Smirking) You dare to challenge the elements themselves, Yhwach? Such audacity.
Yhwach, raising his right hand, stared at Indra with a piercing gaze.
Yhwach: (Coldly) You think you can control the very wind against the Schrift W, the Wind? Allow me to demonstrate the true power that resides within.
Yhwach shouted, channeling The Schrift's abilities.
Yhwach: Gale's Grasp (Gufū no Saifū)
Everything around him was being pushed away and the heavy wind stopped as well. The debris and the attack pushed Indra back and the school was completely destroyed. Luckily Rias and Sona were able to fly up with their peerage.
Indra was covered in bruises and blood, but he stood standing strong.
Yhwach charged him and threw a few punches and Indra did the same.
Yhwach's group arrived and saw a raging battle going on. The whole place was obliterated and they were both bleeding pretty badly.
Kuroka: Nya, what is going on?
Tiamat: We should help him.
Tiamat said as she was about to go in and help, but Cao Cao put his arm up. He was sweating from seeing who he was fighting and seeing that power again.
Cao Cao: You wouldn't last a second in their because Lord Yhwach is fighting Indra.
Cao Cao said, making everyone gasp in fear.
Yhwach and Indra locked up.
Indra: Why are you so keen on making a new world of only peace? There is a way to do that without spilling blood you know.
Yhwach: Foolish. The path to true tranquility demands dominion. To ensure enduring serenity, one must instill fear and command respect from all, guiding them to worship and embrace a life of eternal bliss.
Yhwach kicked him away with disdain.
Indra: You bastard.
Indra said as he created an ice spear in his hand and tried to cut him down.
Yhwach, with calculated agility, dodged Indra's ice spear with ease. He moved swiftly, anticipating each of Indra's attacks and countering with precision.
Yhwach: Your feeble attempts won't change the inevitable, Indra.
With a sudden burst of energy, Yhwach activated The Schrift H, the Heat. The air around him began to warp as intense heat emanated from his being. In a swift motion, he thrust his hand into the ground, creating a localized explosion with Burner Finger 1. Smoke billowed, obscuring the battlefield.
Using the cover of the smoke, Yhwach, utilizing his Quincy technique Hirenkyaku, moved at incredible speeds. He appeared and disappeared, striking Indra at different points on his body. The God of all Gods grunted in pain, finding himself unable to react in time to Yhwach's relentless assault.
Indra, frustrated and angered, raised his hand into the air. A massive gust of wind, amplified by his divine power, circulated him, dispersing the smoke. Indra jumped back quite a distance and focused his magic power in his hands and he created glaciers of ice and they were moving towards him.
Yhwach: I see... I, the Messiah, shall bring an end to everything right here and now.
As the glaciers of ice moved towards Yhwach, he remained composed, his eyes focused on the incoming threat. Within the depths of his mind, Zaegar spoke.
Zaegar: (Within Yhwach's mind) Oh Is it time, Yhwach? Are you going to employ the move I told you about during our training with the Schrift W, the Wind?
Yhwach: (Nodding) Yes, Zaegar. It seems this is the only way to end this.
Yhwach, holding his hands together, began to concentrate an immense amount of spiritual pressure. The pressure emanating from him was so intense that Rias and Sona's peerage, along with Grayfia, were forced to their knees under its weight.
Rias: Just how much power are you hiding Mr. Quincy?
Rias whispered to herself.
Yhwach: Witness the true power of the Quincy.
With a focused intent, Yhwach directed The Schrift W, the Wind, towards the sky. The atmosphere itself seemed to warp and distort under the influence of his Quincy abilities. A massive vortex began to form above, creating a celestial anomaly.
Yhwach unleashed the full force of The Schrift W, The skies darkened, and a powerful gravitational force emerged, pulling everything towards the center of the distortion. The ground trembled, and the air itself seemed to scream in protest.
Indra, caught off guard by this overwhelming force, found himself being inexorably drawn towards the distortion. He struggled against the gravitational pull, cursing at Yhwach.
Indra: (Angry) You bastard! What kind of power is this?!
Yhwach, standing resolute, gazed upon the chaos he had unleashed. The very fabric of the battlefield was being torn apart as everything was drawn towards the center of the distortion in the sky.
Rias and Sona's peerage, witnessing this catastrophic event, could only watch in awe and terror as Yhwach unleashed the true might of The Schrift W. The devastation caused by his abilities surpassed anything they had seen before.
Yhwach: This is the path to salvation. Witness the power that will reshape this world.
Everything stopped and in the air was a giant floating small planetoid.
Kalawarner: What is that?
Kalawarner asked as the shadow covered them all.
Tiamat: I-I don't know, but Lord Yhwach's power is completely something else than what I have thought.
Tiamat said.
Yhwach pointed his two fingers at the giant floating small planetoid. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as he shouted
Yhwach: Burner Finger 2
The moment the words left his mouth, the power of The Schrift H, the Heat, surged through Yhwach's fingers. The two digits ignited with intense flames as he swung them toward the small planetoid. The air crackled with fiery energy, and the flames danced with an otherworldly intensity.
The explosive force collided with the small planetoid, creating a cataclysmic burst of energy. The resulting explosion sent debris scattering in all directions, filling the air with fragments of the once-floating object.
Grayfia created a magic barrier around them.
Indra's body descended, landing before Yhwach. He rose slowly, blood staining his form, his left eye shut, bearing numerous burn marks.
Yhwach: I'm impressed by your survival, but few would endure such an ordeal. It appears, in the end, you've failed to substantiate anything. Our little dance concludes here.
Yhwach spoke with stern resolve.
Yhwach pulled out his sword and was about to stab him in the heart, but his weapon got knocked away.
Yhwach: Another futile challenge?
Yhwach inquired, his tone laced with disdain.
Sun Wukong: No, I am not here to challenge you Lord Yhwach, but to ask you nicely to spare his life. I can't have you killing him because he is too important and if you kill him now... You would unleash something evil into this world.
Sun Wukong said.
Yhwach grinned and chose to release him.
Yhwach: Very well. I held back a bit, but I sensed he was noteworthy.
Yhwach remarked as he began to depart.
Indra gazed up and grinned.
Indra: The next time we cross paths, Yhwach, the nightmare of this world will unfold before you.
Yhwach: We'll settle this in due time. Stay alive until then.
Yhwach declared with a menacing stare.
A bolt of lightning struck both Indra and Sun Wukong, causing them to vanish in the blink of an eye.
Yhwach's group ran up to him and surrounded him.
Cao Cao: How in the world did you beat Indra? He is a God and one to be never messed with because he isn't just no ordinary God, he is a God of War a God of all Gods.
Cao Cao said.
Tiamat: Why didn't you come home? We were preparing dinner for you.
Tiamat said.
Yhwach glanced at Tiamat and Kuroka. Both of them flinched a little after seeing his eyes. He saw that they were wearing aprons, but the only thing that was keeping them from going full-on commando was their underwear.
Yhwach: What absurd outfit have the two of you chosen?
Yhwach asked.
Kuroka: You like?
Kuroka asked as she spun around, showing off her outfit.
Tiamat: We were hoping for you to have a good dinner, then have us for dessert.
Tiamat finished.
Rias and her peerage came down to speak with Yhwach, but Rias realized who was beside him and she couldn't believe who was with him.
Rias: You have the SS-Class Stray, Cao Cao, and even Tiamat with you?
Both Kuroka and Tiamat waved at her, but Cao Cao didn't do anything as he stood beside Yhwach.
Rias: S-Such powerful allies. You've been hiding this from me and everyone else.
Rias whispered as her bangs covered her eyes.
Koneko: Kuroka.
Koneko said with disdain.
Kiba: Freed Sellzen.
Kiba said as he pulled out his sword.
Freed: Sup.
Yhwach could sense the hostility between the sisters and he could feel the air around them drop.
Yhwach: Well then, it appears my secrets have been laid bare. You seem angered, Rias Gremory. I'm curious to see what your next move will be.
Yhwach gazed down at Rias.
Grayfia: Yhwach Quincy... You will be a wanted man and the entire Underworld will hunt you down and kill you for aligning yourself with that Stray and having Tiamat enslaved.
Grayfia said.
Yhwach: You misunderstand, Devil. I don't enslave anyone. All these individuals have chosen to follow me willingly. They're free to leave at any time because there's one thing I truly detest about you Devils—your affection and attachment to...
Yhwach approached Grayfia with crossed arms, locking eyes with her.
Yhwach: Your flawed system. I'll dismantle everything you all hold dear because, believe me, if you think you can thwart my goals, you haven't witnessed the extent of my power against ten, a hundred thousand Shinigami, or any opposition. The era of Devil manipulations, enslavement, and bloodshed is drawing to a close. The end is imminent.
Grayfia couldn't believe the words that were coming out of his mouth. She was amazed at how he spoke with her and how he just said that he would destroy the system that the Devils created to maintain order and to grow their ranks.
She clenched her teeth and had to hold back from hitting him or even insulting him.
Grayfia: I can't believe that you have the ner-
Grayfia stopped speaking when she saw Rias walk up to him with her bangs covering her eyes.
She was trembling a little bit, but she quickly stopped and tried to slap him across the face. Yhwach saw this from a mile away and he grabbed her wrist and he leaned a bit closer to her. Rias couldn't budge at all, she was staring into his eyes, it was as if she was being sucked into an endless void.
Yhwach: Quite audacious. Even if you attempted to strike me, I would perceive it long before the connection could be made.
Yhwach remarked.
Rias had tears in her eyes.
Rias: I thought I could trust you, but it seems that you're nothing but a liar and manipulative human being.
She said.
Yhwach smiled at her accusation.
Yhwach: I am indeed many things, but a liar is not one of them. Trust is not a commodity easily acquired through mere words or exchanges of gifts. It must be earned, as I've learned through my own trials.
He spoke, recalling his past conversations with Sōsuke Aizen.
Rias: Why are you even doing this? Why are you so intent on doing everything that will cause everyone to hate you?
Rias asked with a furious expression.
Yhwach: All I desire is peace. A world where people can love, laugh, smile, and live without constraints. That is my vision. However, your kind detests such ideals, trapped in a system tainted with hate, sorrow, and isolation.
Yhwach released Rias's wrist, returning to his crossed-arms stance.
Rias: We treat our people with respect and kindness. How is that all of the things you just said? Sure, we may have some flaws, but this world isn't perfect.
Rias said.
Yhwach: Precisely, I detest witnessing a world so deeply entrenched in despair, where hope for a better life has dwindled. Your system relies on servitude, and the way I perceive it, it's akin to chaining a dog. Now, tell me, is that a life people should endure, Gremory?
Yhwach inquired, narrowing his eyes.
Grayfia: You think our system is nothing but slavery?
Grayfia asked.
Within Yhwach's mind, Zaegar's laughter echoed. The Primordial Hollow found amusement in the exchange between Yhwach and the devils.
Zaegar: (Laughing) Oh, Yhwach, these filthy insects, are they that stupid? Don't they even realize that their system is slavery itself?
Yhwach: (Smirking) They cling to their illusions of order and call it a system. They believe their chains are a sign of prosperity.
Zaegar: (Chuckling) How naive they are. It's almost entertaining to witness their ignorance.
Yhwach: (Nodding) They've embraced a false sense of security, convincing themselves that their way of life is just and righteous.
Zaegar: (Mockingly) Righteousness in the face of oppression. The irony is delicious.
Yhwach's eyes glowed with a subtle intensity as he continued to observe the unfolding situation.
Yhwach: (Coldly) Let them believe what they will. The shackles they wear are invisible to them, but I'll make them see.
Zaegar: (Grinning) Your vision of a world free from these illusions will shake the very foundation they hold dear.
Yhwach: (Determined) And I will break those foundations, Zaegar. Their false order will crumble, and from the chaos, a new era will rise.
Yhwach: Indeed. You resurrect those on the brink of death due to some trivial weapon within them. You wouldn't extend the same courtesy to a mere human without such a tool or extraordinary abilities because you view them as beneath you. That, precisely, is what I loathe in this world.
Yhwach stated with a disdainful expression.
Rias: We can't change how the system works. It's a complicated system and that is how we Devils maintain our order, our peace, and our prestige.
Rias said.
Yhwach: As I mentioned, you all prioritize your own well-being, oblivious to the decay of this stagnant world.
Yhwach glanced toward Kuroka, signaling her to approach.
She walked over to him and he looked over at the Koneko who was startled by him looking at her.
Yhwach: Follow me.
Was all he said as he started to walk away from the group.
Kuroka and Koneko both followed, but Koneko was on her guard just in case something went wrong.
Yhwach stopped walking and he turned around to face them.
Kuroka: Why did you bring us here, Lord Yhwach?
Kuroka asked.
Yhwach: If I intend to rescue a world, I must begin somewhere, and that starts with both of you. If I were in your position, I would mend ties with your sister before it becomes irreversible.
He remarked.
Koneko: (In thought) Irreversible? What does mean by that?
Koneko asked herself as she looked at her sister to see a saddened expression.
Yhwach: If this is the only family you have, then cease your fighting, for one day you may regret it if one of you perishes. What would you do then, having lost the one person in the world who deeply cares for you and desires nothing but the best for you? To whom else would you turn? Family isn't just a relationship; it is the most precious bond in life.
Yhwach declared.
Yhwach walked up to her and stood beside her, not batting an eye towards her.
Yhwach: Reconcile and forgive before you genuinely lose everything.
He stated, directing his words solely to her ears.
Koneko stared at his back as he walked away from them, thinking about his words.
Rias: What were you just talking about with her?
Rias asked.
Yhwach: Why must you know everything about me and what I am doing?
He asked in a cold tone.
Akeno: Maybe she is just worried about you and wants to be there for you.
Akeno said with a smile.
Rias slapped her in the face, keeping her furious look.
Yhwach: I simply don't care what you do, but I will tell you this. You can keep on trying, trying, and trying to stop me from destroying your pathetic system, but the outcome will always be the same. You and everyone else will soon feel my wrath.
Grayfia: Are you threatening us, Lord Yhwach?
Grayfia asked.
Yhwach: Hahahahaha, threatening you? I'm not threatening you or trying to lay a hand on you.
Yhwach's sinister smile returned and his eyes started to become menacing.
Yhwach: What I'm trying to tell you is that... I'm declaring war on you all!
One by one, Rias Sona and everyone else widened their eyes as far as possible.
Rias: W-War?! Are you going insane?!
Rias asked.
Yhwach: I've stated my intent to dismantle your system, and I will also eradicate the Old Satan Faction. The moment has arrived to liberate one of the world's issues and ensure that you all recognize its inherent flaws.
Grayfia: What are you talking about? The innocent lives that you speak of beg to not die when they are dying and when we hear their cry, we come to fulfill their wishes. So I don't see a problem with our methods.
Grayfia said.
Yhwach: Of course, you don't, for you are blinded by greed. Have you ever wondered what they truly desired? Do you sincerely believe that some individuals wish to become Devils and lead lives of servitude?
Rias: I-I didn't think about that.
Rias said.
Yhwach: You all are selfish and want nothing but power.
Grayfia: I think you don't understand, Mr. Quincy. Power is the will of people who keep thriving and want to progress forward and keep growing even more. Our system isn't slavery, you were given a second chance at life and the chance to rank up once you have been truly recognized and become truly powerful. That is why we thrive on becoming the best.
Grayfia explained.
Yhwach: You're wrong, power is not mere will, it's a phenomenon of physically making things happen.
Yhwach corrected her.
Grayfia stepped up a little to be a bit closer to him.
Grayfia: How are you so sure that you can take on an entire faction with just this many people? Our might and teamwork will overcome your ego, then you will soon realize that you were the fool from the beginning.
She said.
Yhwach: Is that so? Would you consider dying together Teamwork as well?
Yhwach asked.
Grayfia simply had enough, her eyes were filled with the intent to kill. She raised her fist back and launched a punch at Yhwach who was simply standing there in the same pose with a bored expression.
Rias was able to get in front of her and her fist was only a few centimeters from Rias's face.
Rias: Don't let him get to you like that.
Yhwach: Remember this Gremory, the next time we meet, it will be on the battlefield.
Yhwach turned around and started to walk away with his group in tow.
Rias: I think my brother isn't going to like what I have to say.
Rias said with a worried expression.
Akeno: Ara Ara, he just loves to take control of everything.
She said.
Rias: Now is not the time to be thinking of perverted thoughts Akeno.
Rias said.
Kuroka and Koneko were both looking at each other and they both didn't know what to say. Koneko decided to break the ice, but Kuroka flung herself at her and held her in a tight hug with tears coming out.
Kuroka: I'm so sorry, Shirone. I feel terrible for leaving you and making you think I abandoned you, but Lord Yhwach somehow knew I did all of that to protect you from being...
She couldn't finish the words from the thought of having her sister experimented on.
Koneko didn't know what to do, she wasn't mad or happy, but lost and confused.
Koneko: I-I-I.
She couldn't muster up any words and she just hugged her back with tears as well coming out.
Kuroka: Shirone, I wanted to come and tell you, but I couldn't because I knew you hated me and I couldn't face you after what I have done.
Kuroka said as she tightened her hold of her.
Koneko: I shouldn't be doing this. If someone sees us, I could get in trouble for doing this. You're a wanted criminal, Kuroka. I can't just be with you or talk with you whenever I want because you are classed SS stray.
She said as she didn't look at her.
Kuroka: Then come with me? We can be together without worrying over something as trivial as this.
Kuroka suggested as she let go of her.
Koneko: I can't... I won't abandon Rias because she gave me a reason to live and a home, I can't just leave her. Besides, I will be classified as a stray as well if I go with you.
Kuroka: Lord Yhwach wants to remove the system that Devils value so much. If there is no system, then we can be together without having to watch our backs every couple of steps.
Kuroka said.
Koneko: You truly do care for him don't you?
She asked.
Kuroka formed a small smile.
Kuroka: I don't just care for him, I owe him everything. I thought he was another power-hungry fool who wanted to destroy the world, but he wanted to do the complete opposite. He wanted to make a world for all of us to be happy in where there aren't any wars, hate, or even sadness. That's why I'm asking you to come and help him achieve this goal, so I could come and be with you.
Kuroka said.
Koneko: I wish it was that easy.
Kuroka turned around and saw Yhwach walking away.
Kuroka: Shirone.
Koneko looked up at her with a questioning look.
Kuroka: For what it's all worth, I'm glad I at least spoke with you because I hope next time we meet, I can properly explain everything to you.
Koneko: Wait, are you leaving?
Koneko asked, startling her by the way she spoke.
Kuroka: I have to leave now but remember, I will always truly love you, Shirone. No matter where I am. No matter where you are, I will always and I mean always love you.
Kuroka said, giving her one final hug before leaving a stunned Koneko.
Scene Break
Sirzechs was sitting in his office, looking through some paperwork as the meeting between the factions was coming up. He needed to be ready for what was to come and what to really expect at the meeting.
Having an Archangel or even the Governor of the Fallen Angels as an enemy would prove problematic for him. He wanted to settle it peacefully put everything behind them and move on.
A knock came to the door.
Sirzechs: Come in.
Sirzechs said as he kept his focus on his work.
The doors to his study opened up and a messenger entered, handing him an envelope and leaving before giving a bow. Sirzechs grabbed the small package and opened it up to see what it was about.
He slowly read it and as he got further down, his eyes were slowly narrowing. He was about to let out a sigh until the doors were opened with intense force. Rias barged in and walked up to her brother with her peerage slowly following behind her.
Sirzechs: Rias? What's the matter?
He asked.
Rias: We have a problem and you're not going to like it at all.
She said.
Sirzechs: Well speak up, what's this problem?
He asked with a smile.
Rias: Yhw- I mean, Mr. Quincy has been working and conspiring behind our knowledge and has recruited multiple members to his little group. The notorious criminal known as Kuroka is working with him and the man who holds the True Longinus. Oh, about that Tiamat problem as well she has been working with him.
Rias explained.
Sirzechs looked over at his wife.
Sirzechs: Is this all true?
He asked as his smile vanished.
She only nodded her head in shame.
Rias: I forgot to say... Mr. Quincy is targeting our system and wants to erase it from existence. He has also announced to us all that he has declared war on us all.
Rias said as she clenched her fists.
Sirzechs's eyes widened and he was awestruck by this declaration. Out of all the times, he wants to start a war over a system that we have created.
Sirzechs: That can't be, How is that possible?
He asked.
A magic circle appeared and Sona with Tsubaki were now in the office.
Sona: Hello, Rias. Lord Lucifer, I came here to tell you that I have informed my parents about the situation, and they are willing to help out with the problem.
Sona said.
Ajuka: War you say? I was hoping that another war wouldn't arise, but it seems that it was just impossible to avoid.
Ajuka said as he entered the study room.
Sona: Lord Ajuka?!
Sona said.
Ajuka: Let me ask you all this, how many of our people will die during this war? Thousands, tens of thousands, half our race or maybe all of it. We all have seen what Lord Yhwach is capable of, but how many of us will come out alive?
He asked everyone.
Everyone couldn't think of an answer as they pondered on his question.
Koneko was starting to have second thoughts after what her sister had told her.
Koneko: He wants to make a world for all of us to be happy in where there aren't any wars, hate, or even sadness.
Sona: What can we truly do then? Who knows who has joined his side?
Sona said.
Akeno: Everything about that man is a mystery. No one can really understand where his power comes from, what he truly desires, or even where he came from.
Akeno said.
Grayfia: We have been keeping an eye out for him ever since the Riser incident and he wasn't breaking any rules or even starting anything with anyone until after his trip to Kyoto. He has stepped over the line and is taking action by declaring war on us.
Grayfia said.
Tsubaki: He is one man with powerful allies, what is that compared to an entire army?
Tsubaki asked.
Sirzechs: That's just it, he may be one man to all of us, but we all know deep down that he is the combination of a top Cadre Fallen, High-Class Devil, and even the strongest of the Angels into one body.
Sirzechs said.
Ajuka: He is right. It would take all of us to just outsmart him in combat. I have seen firsthand how he grows after he makes a mistake. He learns so quickly while fighting and he knows what the enemy has planned for him even before they get the chance to strike.
Ajuka said.
Sona: His knowledge of battle is far greater than Kokabiel's. The three factions are split when it comes to him since half of them respect him and acknowledge his power while the other half despises him.
Sona said.
Tsubaki: I-I see.
Tsubaki said.
Ajuka: Sometimes I truly wonder if he is human at all.
Ajuka stated.
Rias: What should we do? I don't think that we could easily beat him with what we have.
Rias said with worry.
Sirzechs: It's no matter, we will continue as planned and discuss this matter with him at the meeting. I assume you had set up a match with Sairaorg and Yhwach in the upcoming days?
Sirzechs asked.
Rias held her hand tightly.
Rias: Yes, you are right.
Sirzechs: You will cancel it, we have bigger problems now since Yhwach has announced to us all that he will be starting a war here soon. Also, we will have to cancel everything else that the Devils are doing as well, we need to prioritize the matter at hand.
Sirzechs announced to them as he got serious.
Sona: If I may ask, what's our plan here?
Sona asked out of curiosity.
Sirzechs: It's simple and we should have done this from the very beginning. We are going to put Lord Yhwach in a cage for all of the crimes he has committed and align himself with notorious criminals.
Sirzechs said as he stood up from his seat.
Xenovia: But how?
Xenovia asked.
Sirzechs: Everything will play out at the meeting between the factions. We will simply gain his trust and say that we will shut the system down. That is when we catch him by surprise and chain him up while sealing his hands.
He explained.
Sona and Rias both were contemplating if this plan could work. They knew how slippery he could be and trying to catch him off guard is impossible as humans trying to fly.
Sirzechs: Grayfia, I want you to start preparing the meeting room.
Sirzechs ordered.
Grayfia bowed and went to the human world to prepare for the upcoming summit.
Rias: Now then, how are we going to convince him?
Rias asked.
Ajuka: To know your enemy, you must become your enemy.
Ajuka said.
Rias: What do you mean?
Ajuka cleared his throat.
Ajuka: If you want to know what he is thinking or how to gain his trust, you must become him.
Rias: I... See.
Rias said with a little worry.
Ajuka: But the real question we should all be asking ourselves is how do we become a God to stop a God?
Scene Break
Yhwach and his little band returned to Azazel's home.
Tiamat: Lord Yhwach, was it necessary to explain our goal to those Devils? They will try to now find a way to counter our plan of removing their system.
Tiamat said.
Cao Cao: I agree, now that the Devils know what you are after, it will prove quite difficult.
Cao Cao agreed with Tiamat.
Yhwach: Everything will work out in the end.
Yhwach said with confidence.
Freed: How can you be so sure?
Freed asked.
Yhwach kept a bored expression as he started to explain.
Yhwach: The Devils are undoubtedly strategizing on how to neutralize the perceived threat I pose. They will attempt to catch us off guard, but I have anticipated their every move.
Everyone looked at Yhwach with a confused expression.
Yhwach: They may have deduced that I harbor formidable allies, but are they aware of my alliance with the Fallen and the Youkai?
Kalawarner: No, they don't.
Kalawarner said.
Yhwach: They want to remove me from the playing field as soon as possible, so they will most likely try to do so at the leader summit.
Yhwach explained.
Kuroka put a finger on her lips and thought about it.
Kuroka: He is right. The Devils don't want another war and they certainly don't want to lose a portion of their forces. I can see now why they would try and eliminate you as soon as possible.
Kuroka said.
Yhwach: In war, you have to be strong enough to be someone who the Devil would fear.
Yhwach said.
Cao Cao: How are you so confident in yourself? What drives you to be this fearful or even deadly? You once said that power is not will, it is the phenomenon of physically making things happen. What did you mean by that?
Cao Cao asked.
Yhwach: When faced with something you vehemently despise, would you merely observe and wish for it to rectify on its own?
Cao Cao: No, I wouldn't.
Yhwach: Exactly. You comprehend my standpoint. Waiting for life to become easier with time is futile. To enact change, you must take decisive action and eliminate the problem personally. You can't rely on the hope that circumstances will improve; you must physically alter the course of the world and present your solution to it.
Yhwach said.
Cao Cao: How can one achieve a goal when the world itself doesn't want to change?
Cao Cao asked.
Yhwach: As I've emphasized, relying on the mere hope that the world will evolve is an exercise in futility. Hope is a meaningless concept—an admission of surrender. If one truly intends to effect change, one must take tangible steps to make it a reality.
Everyone sank in his words and understood where Yhwach was getting at. They all had their own goals before he arrived, but how could they achieve their goal if they weren't strong enough to do so.
Yhwach then left the living room and entered his room to start getting cleaned up after his battle with Indra.
Everyone else was either sitting or standing in the living room, fully digesting everything that Yhwach said to them.
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