Bab 18: Caught By Irisviel~
Rizel didn't realize that his burst of draconic energy had drawn the attention of other entities.
Inside the ancient palace.
Alaya and Gaia, two little Lolis, trembled as they hugged each other tightly.
They had observed Rizel saving Sakura throughout the entire journey.
Alaya had been completely captivated by the scene where Zouken appeared, only to suddenly be frightened by Rizel's Dragon Breath, which made the two slender little Lolis cling together in fear.
"The pressure is truly terrifying," Alaya said, shaking.
"Terrifying. But Alaya, those entities also noticed," Gaia said, her face unusually showing concern.
"Entities? What do you mean?" Alaya asked in confusion.
"Goetia!!" Gaia said seriously, naming it.
"Not only that, the beast group must have noticed too."
"What?!" Alaya jolted in surprise.
The Beast, also known as 'The Evils of Humanity,' is a term humans use to describe a tremendous catastrophe caused by human malice, which threatens humanity, destroys human civilization, and wreaks havoc.
They were born from human civilization and grew stronger as humanity developed, but from within society, they destroyed civilization, existing as a cancerous presence.
Goetia is considered a Beast.
Ruthless, cruel, and tyrannical, they are bound to reject human freedom, speaking from the heart in contempt of human happiness. Even their breath exudes hostility toward humanity.
It's clear how much they reject humanity's existence, while Alaya, as a controller of humanity, cannot bear to watch humanity be obliterated.
And this is why so many 'Beasts' are keeping an eye on them—it's incredibly difficult.
"I can't let this go. I must take action," Alaya said.
"Send that person to deal with it," Gaia suggested. She was also worried. If a fight broke out on Earth, the planet might just explode.
"Alright, I'll send Old Man of The Mountain for assistance." Alaya thought for a moment and figured that Old Man of The Mountain would likely be willing to help.
"Not enough." Alaya thought again. With so many 'Beasts,' if it were just Goetia, it would be easier to handle. But who knows how many 'Beasts' will show up?
First King Hassan is not enough to handle this.
"You can ask him for help," Gaia reminded.
"Him?" Alaya weakly replied.
"Yes, him."
"You're sure... him? That's not a very good idea," Alaya cautiously inquired.
"Stop hesitating, Alaya. Isn't this a perfect opportunity to meet him? You never had the chance before, but now you do. Are you scared?" Gaia said, mocking her with a dismissive tone.
"Ahem, it's not that. It's just that I'm not looking to see him tonight. Tomorrow, when he gets out of bed, I'll go find him," Alaya said, her eyes avoiding contact, a bit embarrassed.
But her gaze still carried a hint of anticipation, waiting to meet him tomorrow.
"Gaia, do you think I should wear this outfit, or should I go with something else?" Alaya asked, running to change into a pile of clothes and seeking Gaia's opinion.
Gaia rubbed her forehead, helpless.
...
Somewhere in the void.
The entire space was filled with a scene of devastation and desolation.
A monstrous, blood-red figure exuded malevolent, evil energy. Its head was adorned with horns resembling those of a stag, and its body was covered in crimson veins. In the center of its chest, there was a large eye—this was Goetia.
"The breath is truly terrifying," Goetia said in shock.
"I will find you. No one will stop me from reigniting the destruction of humanity."
In the illusory world.
In the vast, endless black sea, a colossal figure appeared.
With exceptionally long silver hair, pointed elf-like ears, and a pair of gigantic goat-like horns behind her, her pink eyes glowed with a pinkish light where they crossed. She was the Primordial Goddess, Tiamat.
After the creation of the world, she was cast away into the illusory world. Although she was the mother goddess who once loved humanity, her instincts would one day come into play, and if she returned, she would wipe out humanity.
The Seven Great Evils of Humanity, possessing the "destruction" rationale of the Beast.
"aaaaa————" (The breath is truly strong, seems almost the same as mine) Tiamat said, feeling both terrified and somewhat curious. Since Tiamat had the bloodline of dragons, she felt a connection.
"aaaaa————" (It seems even more noble than mine, should I go find him?) Tiamat widened her eyes.
Then she seemed to remember something, "aaaaa————" (Forget it, going outside would just bring trouble to everyone) Tiamat said with a defeated look in her eyes.
...
Einzbern Castle.
Rizel returned with Sakura, and saw Irisviel and Illya already waiting in the courtyard, along with Sella and Leysritt.
Rizel gently set the princess, Sakura, down.
Irisviel looked at the little girl being brought in, and felt something was off. She was a bit suspicious. Could this be Zel's daughter with one of the other women?
It was very possible. From what she had come to understand over the past few months, although Rizel loved her deeply, his nature still leaned towards being quite flirtatious.
Maybe the relationship was more complicated than she thought?
"Zel... this is..." Irisviel began to ask.
"Shh." Rizel directly interrupted Irisviel.
At this point, Tohsaka Sakura was already exhausted, almost falling asleep in Rizel's arms as they made their way back.
"We'll talk about this later. Sella, prepare a room for her to rest," Rizel said, turning to Sella.
"Yes, Master Rizel." Sella hurriedly took Sakura, and with Leysritt's careful assistance, they left to settle her.
Rizel then turned to Irisviel and Illya to explain the situation.
They soon learned about Sakura's ordeal and felt deep sympathy for her.
Illya later expressed her intention to take good care of her younger sister. Afterward, they both went to bed.
Rizel and Irisviel remained in the room.
The two lay in bed, watching the moonlight spill over Irisviel's body, resembling a fairy under the moon's glow.
Rizel, with eyes full of love, gently stroked Irisviel's silver hair.
"Zel, I'm so sorry. Just now, I actually suspected that Sakura was your hidden lover's daughter," Irisviel said, her small face flushed with embarrassment.
Rizel was momentarily stunned, quite taken aback. That was a big leap in thinking.
"It's okay, Iris. It's perfectly normal for you to have suspicions. After all, I admit that I am a bit of a flirt."
"But I will never hide any other women from you," Rizel said seriously.
At this, Irisviel breathed a sigh of relief, relieved that Rizel wasn't angry.
Then she seemed to think of something, and with a sly smile, she spoke. It was like a little fox, grinning mischievously.
"Anata, you said you wouldn't hide anything from me, right?"
"Of course, I won't hide anything," Rizel replied, feeling a bit uneasy under Irisviel's intense gaze. What was going on? Did she discover something?
"Then explain a bit about your situation with Sella and Leysritt," Irisviel said, her smile growing even wider, almost like the moment before she strikes with a knife.
Rizel froze, his heart skipping a beat—he had been discovered.
At first, Rizel had only casually interacted with Leysritt as master and servant, but then Leysritt couldn't resist Rizel's charms and dragged Sella into the mix.
But it had all been a secret between the three of them. How did Irisviel find out?
Could there be an insider?
Seeing Rizel's shocked expression, Irisviel looked like she wanted to say more, but then paused. She couldn't resist teasing him a little.
"Well, anata, I don't mind. But why did you have to sneak around? I could still accept Sella and Leysritt, though." Irisviel lightly touched Rizel's face.
"Anyway, isn't it proof enough that they've been chosen, and not just by coincidence?"
"Iris, I…"
"From now on, it should be in the open. I, your wife, have no objection to you having a harem. Just don't hide anything from me," Irisviel said gently, her tone full of affection. In her heart, she added silently, *I can't take it anymore.*
Rizel, hearing this, realized how well his wife understood him, and wondered what more he could want.
No more talking. He decided to seize the moment and comfort Irisviel.
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