章 11: Chapter: 11

-Aedric-

Today is the day my family and I, are dreading my 'Introduction Party' After all except my grandma, the rest of us hate every type of formal function, heck sometimes dad doesn't even go to council meetings, same as Gramps when he was Lord, well at that time grandma used to go and represent us, now even mum is in our little group so grandma is left all alone, and for the past few years, mum dumped those sort of meetings on grandma as well.

Ha, the outing I took truly helped steel my nerves and gave an unexpected boon, hahahahahhah

Well, at least all the preparation is done, I can't wait for the auction, I can get more goodies Hehe.

"Dear, go get dressed our invitees have begun to arrive. Oh, and Drake when you enter however you please, just make sure to inform Diablo and let you Royal Haki on full power, understood?", mum says

"Won't that be an offensive mum, after all, if I let it out on full power then some of our guests will collapse.", I say

"It will be fine plus, except for Albedo the rest of us know of your recent class change, you didn't think you could hide it from us, did you?", mum asks

"No, I didn't think so, it was quite a surprise to me as well you know, I thought I needed a life-and-death battle to move forward.", I say

"That's not always the case my dear, for that would be indeed a factor but not the sole factor, it is also the reason that from Ultimate class, categorizing their strength becomes much harder than before.

And now I can sleep well knowing that you both will be safe while travelling", Mum says while hugging me.

"I will be safe mum, I promise to come back and visit from time to time, plus I ain't leaving right after the party you know", I tell

"Yes yes, but let your mother worry, it is my duty you know, now go get dressed", mum says

"Yes Mum", I reply then walk away to get dressed

-3rd POV-

If one were to see all the people who arrived at the grand hall of the Phenex castle, they would be shocked after all within the supernatural world there is no such thing as peace only constant war, with certain times of peace or perpetual cold war.

Within the grand hall, we see, Angles, Devils, Fallen, Yoki, Gods of different Pantheons, enemies of yesterday now within close quarters for the sole purpose of not losing to the other, and if possible, not letting the other gain the upper hand.

The common thing that shocked them the most was the appearance of 100 Ultimate class Demons that serve the Phenex clan and the service of two Primordial Demons.

The threat of the Phenex clan in all their minds had just gone up, after all with their forces and now the combination of 100 ultimate class beings and two leader class beings to a clan housing 10-12 leader class beings, was a great threat.

-Azazel-

For all things holy, to think that in a few short years, the phenex would rise to this extent, it's a good thing I didn't bring that warmonger. The defences alone would kill any ultimate class being, and no leader class can freely move without bringing attention to them.

Then those demons, 100 of them and two primordials there ain't no way anyone is foolish to cause trouble here and now, hopefully.

"Azazel, we must get something before we leave from here, a trade agreement or information exchange, etc", Shemhazai says to me

"Ya, I agree", I say seriously understanding the situation

-Michael-

How times have changed, to think that all of us would willingly come so close to one another, enemies who fought against each other for millenniums, within one room.

"Brother, they have become far stronger them expected", says Raphael

"Well, that is to be expected, after all, they were able to get all of us in the room, brother. But I don't think they would, no he would be a warmonger", I say

"Why though?", he asks

"A feeling, but let's leave that topic shall we, rather try these food items it is quite wonderful, we can try and gain some items through the auction and perhaps some trade agreements with Heaven, not the church", I say

"Very well brother, all I hope is no incidents take place", he says, as do I brother, as do I

-Athena-

Hmm, to think that these devils could grow so strong in 10 years, I'm sure I can get a trade agreement with them after all many resources can be exchanged, prepares I can get some magic books for my personal use as well.

Well, the demons were a surprise, but the question is whether they are serving the phenex clan indefinitely or for a set time.

"What are you so lost in thought about? Athena", turning to see the person who Father sent with me, the Goddess of love, beauty, etc. Time truly does change beings don't they

"Well, to answer your question, I'm wondering if I could get some books on magic from them, and well I'm sure I can create a trade agreement with them, though I'm surprised that you agreed to come with me after all you hate formal meetings", I reply

"While I do hate formal meetings, I am curious about the Rising Phoenix, and I had nothing better to do, so why not?" she replies, but I'm sure there are other reasons. After all, under that charming personality is one cunning woman. I'm still shocked about what my aunt told me about Aphrodite, but well, that ain't my problem.

"My dear niece, I see that my brother decided to send you instead of the others, a good choice indeed. Aphrodite, I pleasure as always, you both should visit before you leave back", I hear from my back, whom I already know is my uncle

"Yes indeed, you both should visit before you leave back, my tea-making skills have become better", says Persephone, whose skill in tea-making is equal to that of my aunt

"Yes, we shall after all there is much, we can talk about", Aphrodite replies, while I nodded

-3rd POV-

The Phenex Clan, who are the centre of attention was going about greeting every individual, of equal standing or higher. No matter if they were angels or beings of the positive side they were greeted and showed respect, but the centre of the party, The Genius of the Century, was missing, after all the star only arrives fashionable late.

"Welcome, all the birthday and introduction party of my son, Aedric Phenex. Today I, have the honour of not only introducing my son to the Devil society but to the larger Supernatural World.

These past 10 years have been some of the best, of my long life, I experienced the joy of being a father, a feeling that I would not trade for any other.

Over the years, witnessing the staggering potential, of my son, I and my family chose to begin his training earlier, which resulted in the birth of an entirely new form of power, Haki... Without further delay my son and heir to the Phenex clan"

Just then the doors opened to reveal a young man in his early 20s walking ahead, to his family but while the regular invitees were being mesmerized, the strong knew that the one in front of them is an Ultimate class being.

As the star of the party strode confidently through the grand hall, a palpable shift in the atmosphere gripped everyone. The air grew thick, heavy, and electric, like the calm before a cataclysmic storm. Then, it hit—a wave of sheer, unyielding authority, a presence that demanded acknowledgement and submission. This was not merely charisma or power—it was the Will of a King, unleashed.

The room trembled under its weight. Guests froze mid-conversation, their voices silenced as their knees buckled beneath the invisible force. Many, even among the seasoned warriors and mages of the Ultimate Class, found themselves collapsing to the ground, gasping for breath. It was as if the very essence of their beings rebelled against standing in defiance of this supreme will.

As he strode down the now eerily silent hall, none chose to defy his authority, after all, today was his day, and many who hoped that the boy would be a researcher type, had their dreams crushed.

The few who could have stood against his will, those beings with the strength to resist the oppressive presence, chose otherwise. They did so out of wisdom. They understood the game being played, and to them, it was a trivial one, a passing flicker in the grand scheme of their eternal existence. Yet they knew the significance of this moment for the young man, the star of the party. For him, this was not a mere display of power; it was a turning point, the moment he announced his presence to the world.

Silent nods passed between those who remained upright, a silent accord forming among these ancient entities. Resistance here would gain them nothing. Understanding, on the other hand, might earn them a favour—a place in his growing story, a mark of good grace in his books. And if this young king was destined to rule, as his will so boldly declared, such favour would one day prove invaluable.

But beneath their calculated gestures, a flicker of surprise lingered. The sheer magnitude of his presence, the weight of his will—it was unexpected. They had known him as promising, but this... this was the stuff of legends. How had one so young harnessed such overwhelming force? Whispers of curiosity echoed in the recesses of their minds. Was it the bloodline, an unyielding resolve, or something even more profound?

Whatever the answer, the boy's future had suddenly become far more intriguing.