The Seraphic System
Chapter: 70
Disclaimer: I don't own High School Dxd or any other universe used in this story.
Pa/ t reon details below the chapter if you're interested in seeing some content in advance.
Note: Hello Everyone, just wanted to quickly say thank you for all the support. I know this story has had a lot of bumps and mistakes, especially at the beginning when I wasn't writing seriously.
I hope you guys are enjoying the Heaven arc as we hit the 70th chapter!!
As always, leave any suggestions you would like to see implemented.
(A New Holy Knight?)
I frowned as we arrived back within my sub-dimension.
I couldn't say I had been expecting to uncover a plan to attack Heaven when finally getting rid of the Assassin organisation, the organisation that had been after me for a long time.
It was pure luck.
What would have happened if I hadn't found out?
Would Heaven fall? If this Architect wasn't a member of the Khaos Brigade I truthfully wouldn't be as worried. Oh, sure. I would still prepare, but the Khaos Brigade was a force to be reckoned with.
Tiamat immediately turned towards me. "What's wrong?"
I thought about how to word this, having an ancient Dragon King give her thoughts on the matter would be helpful. There was also the fact that I'd probably need her help.
Heaven was in a delicate situation at the moment.
I nearly scowled. It needed time to heal, not get thrown into another war.
"The Grand Inquisitor, the leader of the Assassin Organisation Hydra revealed that he's not actually the boss." I revealed, with a frown.
She nodded, "So there's someone above him?"
"Yes." I affirmed.
"Okay, have you interrogated the Grand inquisitor?" Tiamat asked.
"Yes." I replied.
"Were you able to find out his location?" Tiamat asked.
"No, apparently he didn't know much about him." I replied with plain annoyance. "That isn't the true problem though, it's come to my attention he's a part of an organisation called the Khaos Brigade."
"The Khaos Brigade?" She questioned curiously.
"Yes." I replied.
"I haven't heard of them, they can't be that powerful." Tiamat responded with a thoughtful frown.
"That's because they are relatively new." I explained. "From what I know, it's a Faction composed of many smaller Factions, one you may know is the Old Satan Faction."
Her eyes glinted with recognition.
"I see, that makes it much more troubling. So the real leader of his organisation is within this Khaos Brigade?" She asked, her face thoughtful.
"If the Grand Inquisitor's words are believed to be true, he's a high-ranking member. He only knows him as the Architect." I revealed, wondering if Tiamat knew of any such person.
"I haven't heard of anyone going by that name." She frowned. "If this Khaos Brigade has such Factions coming together, what does the leadership looks like? Considering there's no doubt God-class beings within their rank. Potentially many."
I hesitated. I didn't know if the leadership was the same from the one I knew. That was an even bigger threat.
Hopefully they weren't involved, which I assumed was the case considering this seemed more like a vested interest for resources by a being that had an obsession with creating admittedly powerful objects.
"Then again, it could be more like an alliance. Many like the Old Satan Faction have been pushed out of their own Faction, forced to create their own. This could be a gathering attempt to amass power and share resources." Tiamat theoried. "Is this problem you're referring too? Having such a powerful alliance would certainly make him a big threat."
"No, the worrying part is that I've discovered that this Architect wishes to attack Heaven." I revealed, my fists clenching.
She paused, a serious frown coming to sit on her face.
"An attack?" Tiamat mused. "Why?"
"For its resources, I've come to learn that as the name implies this Architect enjoys making powerful creations. I came into contact with a few of them." I informed her, taking a ring out of my inventory.
[Ring of Enhancement]
A ring designed solely for the augmentation of magic, enhancing any spell channeled through it by 10%. This ring is considered a marvel of creation.
{Materials and Construction}
Manasteel Core – The structural foundation of the ring is crafted from Manasteel, a material prized for its durability and high magical conductivity. This ensures smooth energy flow and precise amplification of spells.
Beronite Alloy – The outer layer is forged from Beronite Alloy, a metal resistant to extreme temperatures and magical forces. This provides protection against energy overload and ensures longevity even under intense magical exertion.
Demonic Crystal Core – Embedded within the ring is a Demonic Crystal, which passively gathers and refines demonic energy. This stored power fuels the ring's amplification effect, ensuring a consistent 10% boost to all magic cast through it.
{Special Attributes}
Magic Amplification – The ring's core passively channels demonic energy to enhance the potency of spells by 10%.
Seamless Integration – The ring harmonizes with the user's magic, ensuring minimal interference while enhancing spellcasting efficiency.
Sustained Enhancement – Unlike temporary boosts, the ring provides a stable and continuous enhancement, making it ideal for prolonged combat or high-level spellcasting.
"This ring was created by him, it amplifies all spells cast by 10%. This works on an ultimate-class level and maybe even a God-class level." I explained.
Unfortunately I couldn't use it since the ring enhanced it with demonic energy.
She inspected the ring. "I can see what you mean, this is worrying. I can imagine if an attack is due we can expect more of these creations. This may even just be prototypes."
I wanted to smile at the wording of 'We' but I couldn't as I visibly grimaced.
I hated this. I should be stronger. Why wasn't I stronger? I trained constantly but the gains were too slow. I exhaled. It took a normal person years or even decades to reach this level, and that was considered prodigy talent.
"Their motive makes sense, Heaven is notoriously known for its resources. If he's learnt that Heaven is in such a weakened state, it's basically a supernatural bank waiting to be robbed." Tiamat thought aloud.
"I need to prepare, but I'm not sure how I'm going to bring this up to the others. While they know I've gone out, they didn't know about my little operation. If they did I'm sure an army would have been sent with me." I responded thoughtfully.
"And it needed to be a quiet mission, since it was within Devil territory." Tiamat nodded. "A good move, and bringing me removed the risk factor."
"I'll need to tell them about this attack. Heaven is just about ready to heal. We aren't ready to be attacked by a force that'll probably consist of a lot of powerful beings. I imagine the Architect will be calling in some allies for it too." I said, my eyes narrowed.
"Do you know when this attack will take place?" Tiamat questioned after a moment.
"No." I shook my head.
"It could be in now or in a couple of years for all we know. Still, I think it's best to treat this with urgency." Tiamat replied.
I shot her a look. "And are you going to be able to help?"
She was in the peak of the God-class.
Tiamat could be considered a major heavy-hitter and having her would boost our defence by a massive percent.
She blinked. "What?"
"You've got an alliance with the Devils, coming to Heaven's side will break that." I responded. "It can't be ignored. I doubt Hestia will be able to get involved. You're a bit less restricted."
I had to start thinking about these things, my loner traits had slowly been replaced.
While I admittedly wouldn't want to put Hestia in danger, this was a serious matter that I'd be more than willing to use her power for in a safe capacity.
Unfortunately, she was a part of a different Pantheon and that came with strings.
I had a feeling she wouldn't care about this but the ramifications could be… bad. There was a chance it could bring Heaven and the Greeks together or it could offend the lot of them.
Though, I could see ways around this. I had no doubt she would want to help.
A burst of fire interrupted us as Hestia appeared with a curious look.
"What is it that I cannot help with?" Hestia asked, her warm voice carrying a hint of something? A small frown touched her lips as she cast a glance toward Tiamat.
I quickly informed her on the situation as I decided that having another Goddess' input couldn't help. Especially one I trusted so much.
The fire that served as her eyes burned furiously, and a deep frown marred her fair features.
"That is troubling and undeniably a threat." Her gaze settled on me, firm yet measured. "You claim the Hero Faction was involved in the plot to steal my brother's Bolt?"
"Yes." I confirmed.
She sighed deeply and I could see worrying shining in her eyes.
"That means my Father and Ares are involved with this Khaos Brigade, that means it has enough power to interest a Titan King of immense power." She added. "As you say, without the presence of God. Heaven is bound to be heavily weakened. This isn't good, Kai."
"I'm aware." I sighed.
"To think that in your pursuit of justice against the organization that hunted you, you stumbled upon this. A stroke of fortune." Hestia said, coming to take my hand. "I'm assuming this was what you were referring to when you said I couldn't help."
I winced at the sad frown on her face.
"I'd be willing to help, you merely need to ask." Hestia continued.
"I know." I replied placatingly. "I was referring to the political boundaries regarding our two Factions."
"That's true. Though that could be changed if my Father is involved. If he appears I'll be able to help without any backlash. It could even further relations between our two Factions." Hestia mused critically, her face shifting slightly. "I'm not much of a fighter though, but I can play a role in support."
"Then it's a plan, if you are willing to help. This could either be a weak attack that can be easily handled or a full-force invasion with multiple God-class beings present, I would rather not put you in danger but the Khaos Brigade has powerful members." I thought aloud. I turned to a pensive Tiamat. "That goes for you too."
Tiamat both looked surprised, and sent me a bashful smile as her cheeks warmed up slightly.
Tiamat replied. "I'll be fine. I've always made it clear to Ajuka that while we have an alliance I was free to do as I wish. Of course I'll help you."
"While I can't be seen helping, you can certainly send your injured in here and I can heal them." Hestia offered. "I would do more, but I don't want to cause any trouble for you."
"Thank you." I replied sincerely.
"It's no problem." Hestia replied with a fond smile.
"You don't need to thank me." Tiamat responded, tilting her head and regarding me.
"What are you going to do now," Hestia asked curiously.
"Firstly, I'm going to do something I've been putting off for a while." I responded hesitantly.
Creating more angels.
I could only make six but they were all at the low-ultimate class level. They would be heavy-hitters on any battlefield. I had been putting this off, mostly due to what had happened to Aurel.
The attachment that I had gained for them had been weird for me of all people. It had put me off summoning anymore but I couldn't afford to put this off.
Ultimate-class beings were prominent on any battlefield.
"Pantheon."
The words I spoke casually echoed unnaturally across the sub-dimension, drawing nearby attention as I saw my other six Angels quickly fly towards us, a large amount of angelic mana was consumed but it wasn't that much.
Not compared to how it had been the first time I had used it.
A pressure descended upon the surrounding area.
The area lit up as six giant golden magic circles appeared in front of me. The golden magic circle itself had three separate sections to it, The inner section of the magic circle had four angelic wings extending out from behind an intricately designed eye.
Motes of energy came up from the magical circles and started forming into bodies.
Six pairs of pure white wings sprouted from the summoning circle. They were followed by figures adorned in shiny silver metal that gleamed with holy power. They all wore helmets with two slits showing a pair of glowing blue eyes.
All of the angels bore masculine features, evident in their bulky, thicker armour, All of them had a glowing blue triangle in the middle of the chest plate.
Each angel was armed with a giant shield with eye patterns on it in one hand and a lance of holy fire in the other.
Just like it had been when I had done it the first time.
Both Hestia and Tiamat were looking at the scene with wonder.
The Six Angels looked at me, before kneeling and staring up at me with reverence.
"We await your command, Father."
I noticed a difference this time.
All of them were male. Whereas last time they had been split, with three males and three females.
I had to wonder why they were instantly loyal to me. I had nothing to do with their creation process besides fuelling the super-tiered spell.
"It's good to have you here." I smiled.
{Name: None}
{Title: Cherubim Gatekeeper}
{Race: Angel}
{Power level: 6450}
The same power level the others had been at. Good. It wasn't just a fluke.
I gestured over to the Angels rapidly approaching.
"Why don't you keep your siblings busy while I speak to my… friends here." I suggested.
They all grinned, and took off.
I could see them meet mid-air and instantly they were all chatting excitedly.
Good.
"So that's your plan, interesting. All of them are within the Ultimate-class. I could sense the amount of magic that spell used. A spell cost for such an act of creation was low… too low." Tiamat mused. "If you can continue doing this with seemingly no permanent cost, I don't see why you are worrying."
"That's because I can only create six Angels on that level once every month." I revealed. "The spell is called 'Pantheon' , the only technique I have that allows for the creation of Angels."
Tiamat's face lit up. "Ah, I see. How interesting. How did you create such a spell?"
"Yes, I must ask as well. Creating life isn't a small feat. Even Gods with Domains based on Creation can't achieve such a feat. Besides Yahweh and Brahma." Hestia revealed.
I found myself thinking back to the thought I had when I first created my Angels.
Big deal indeed.
"It's just something I picked up." I weakly replied.
Trustworthy or not, no one was learning about my Download skill. Loose links sink ships and I'd never reveal my ultimate weapon.
"I'm going to assume it's a part of your inheritance that you don't want to speak about." Tiamat helped me out.
I nodded, not voicing out a reply.
We swiftly moved on.
"How are you going to handle telling the Arch-Seraphs within Heaven?" Hestia questioned.
"I set up a meeting that'll take place tomorrow, I plan to bring it up there. I'll have to figure out an explanation that won't have me restricted or with an army sent down to the underworld." I replied with a chuckle.
"Are you sure they are treating you well?" Hestia asked after a moment.
I smiled. "Yeah, I'm mostly exaggerating, but they are incredibly protective. They won't do anything reckless or foolish, but they do tend to keep me on a tight leash, for my own safety, of course."
"It's understandable if they think you're the second coming of their Father, Angels have always been known for their love and devotion to their Father. I can only imagine the pain they've suffered." Hestia said with a sad smile.
"They won't need to worry for much longer, you'll be seeing me with them a lot from now on. This was the only task I had really felt I needed to do alone and having that amount of protection is only a good thing. This was also good to set a boundary and give me the possibility of running future errands alone." I explained my thought process.
I wasn't against it anymore, it had mostly been that wild, loner part of me that liked doing things alone that had been so against it. My time in Heaven had slowly dulled that.
Which was good. As the leader of Heaven I couldn't do everything alone.
I also knew Gabriel and the other Seraphs were probably incredibly worried, so I only had two more things to do before I went back.
"I see, quite the change." Tiamat commented with amusement dancing in her eyes.
Tell me about it.
"Yeah… I only need to do one more thing before I go back. I have someone I need to pick up." I informed them.
"You need to pick someone up?" Hestia questioned.
"Yes, it's one of my… believers?"
They both smiled.
"Who is she?" Tiamat asked next.
"A Sacred Gear user, she was tricked into being kicked out of the church by a Devil. I intend to rectify that." I replied.
In truth… with this new revelation. I planned to make her one of my Holy Knights. I had been considering it but now I definitely wanted her in that position.
A healer was going to be needed. A powerful healer.
Hestia smiled. "Maybe you are his incarnation."
I shot her a half-hearted glare as she giggled.
"I'll probably be back soon before you ask, with my angels in tow since I intend to show them my sub-dimension." I continued.
Tiamat nodded easily.
At that moment, I checked in with Dulio to see he had delivered Asia to the place I had wanted him to. I gave him a command and he gave Asia a head pat before leaving.
"Good timing, it looks like she's waiting for me." I stated, drawing their attention. "Tiamat, can you teleport me?"
"Where do you wish to go?" She questioned.
I used light embodiment to create an illusion, showing the place from the outside. While I could use Heaven's system. That'd generate a lot of holy power and with this location so close to Devil territory that wouldn't be good.
Tiamat could teleport us without being traced so why risk it?
Tiamat's magic surged, wrapping around me in a shimmering vortex of draconic power. The moment the teleportation completed, I stepped forward, feeling the shift in atmosphere as I arrived.
Now, to play the part of God.
-{Asia Agrento}-
She sat within the old building, hands folded in her lap as she stared at where the Saint Dulio had just left. The cold air bit at her skin, her thin robes offering little warmth, but she barely noticed.
This felt like a dream.
It has been weeks now.
Weeks since she had been cast out. Since her faith had been tested and spat upon as she was rejected by the church.
Dulio said she had done nothing wrong. That she had only healed someone in need. But then, she had allowed herself to heal a Devil.
She hadn't even questioned the identity of the being since had not the will of God? But she had been wrong and had helped the enemy, she had been labeled a heretic, banished from the Church. Rightfully so.
In her opinion. Even if she agreed, her life had been shattered. She knew nothing and could do nothing. She could only pray and serve in the closest way that was allowed. By helping the Fallen. It was a stupid idea, that she had realised.
She clenched her fists in her lap.
Her breath hitched.
Had He… abandoned her?
Dulio had said he hadn't.
Tears welled up in her eyes, but she forced them back.
It wasn't in her nature to curse the heavens, to feel anger toward the faith she had dedicated her life to. Even now, she still prayed, still hoped.
A gust of wind swept through the empty room. The world seemed to still.
And then, light. Golden power filled the room.
Asia's breath caught as the air shimmered, reality bending as if welcoming something greater than it could comprehend. From that golden brilliance, a figure stepped forward.
A man.
No, not just a man.
She felt it instantly. Even without the ability to sense. She knew the feeling of holy power. The being was like the sun. Radiating an amount of holy power she hadn't felt before even at the Vatican.
She had read about angels, dreamed of their presence, but this… this was more. His very existence radiated holiness, a warmth that filled the void in her heart.
His golden hair caught the light, and his eyes settled on her with an unreadable expression. He approached slowly, the ground itself seemingly responding to his presence, as if the world had been waiting for him to arrive.
Asia trembled.
Her lips parted, her voice a whisper.
"…God?"
She could feel it.
Asia had never even met an Angel. Realising who the being in front of her was made her freeze as she stared at him dumbly.
-{Kai}-
Seriously… how did people keep finding out?
I mean, I could have been an Angel.
The display was probably a giveaway, I had gone a bit grandiose. The golden power covered the golden letters covering the room and concealing the power being displayed from the outside world.
I didn't need the Devils knowing I was here.
She dropped to her knees.
I gave her a soft smile, she was truly sweet. I had reviewed her prayers and she was essentially a human Angel. Such kindness. I exhaled softly, a small smile playing on my lips.
Perhaps I should have toned it down.
Her breath shuddered out of her. Tears slipped down her cheeks.
I stepped closer. "Asia Argento,"
"You have suffered unjustly. You have been cast aside by those who failed to see the purity of your heart." I spoke, my words spoke in a certain way that I had practised. Only briefly. I didn't do the whole standing in front of a mirror thing. Not yet.
She swallowed thickly, her hands clasping together in silent desperation.
"But you were never forsaken."
A sob broke from her lips.
I couldn't help it, I wrapped her in a hug and I was grabbed desperately.
Yep, I was taking her home regardless.
"Tell me, Asia," he continued, kneeling slightly to meet her gaze. "Do you still wish to serve? To heal? To fight for what is right?"
She could only nod, her body trembling with the force of her emotions.
My smile deepened.
"Then I ask you this, will you become one of my Holy Knights?" I offered.
-Scene Break-
I walked with an unconscious Asia Argento, Tiamat merely raised an eyebrow as I stepped out and I shrugged. Something she seemed to accept. It was weird how much she understood me.
She had accepted my offer and then she had fallen unconscious.
I planned to take her back to my sub-dimension and sleep in one of the unused rooms. We teleported back and both stepped into my sub-dimension.
Hestia blinked as I walked into the house with an unconscious holy nun in my arms, I found a spare room and gently laid her to rest.
Stepping outside, I ran into Medusa.
"So what happened?" She questioned, an amused smile on her face.
I quickly updated her on the situation.
"I think it may have been too much for her." I finished.
"Yeah, considering she just came face-to-face with the very God she's spent her entire life praying to, I'd say you laid it on a bit thick," Medusa mused with a fond sigh.
I exhaled softly, rubbing the bridge of my nose as Medusa chuckled at my expense.
Asia lay resting inside, her breathing calm, Meeting the God she had prayed to her entire life was bound to have that effect. I'd have to ease her into this new reality once she woke up.
But for now, my thoughts drifted to something else. Something important.
The ring. I had no use for it, my Angels couldn't use it. Tiamat wouldn't want it and Hestia wouldn't get much use from a demonic enhancement to her already pure divinity.
I reached into my pocket and pulled it out, feeling the cool weight of the Ring of Enhancement resting in my palm.
Medusa shot me a curious look at my random action.
She would benefit from it far more than I ever could.
I rolled the ring between my fingers, tapping into something I had only used a few times before,
Energy Transmutation. The ring trembled as a soft glow surrounded it, and I reached out, guiding the energy through my fingertips. The materials shifted, transformed. The Manasteel stretched and reformed, intertwining with a new metallic structure
I willed into existence. A bracelet.
The result was a slender yet sturdy band with a mix of shimmering metal and embedded magical patterns. The core properties of the ring remained intact, but now, they flowed through the new structure.
I turned to Medusa, who had been watching in confusion.
"Here." I held out the bracelet to her.
She raised an eyebrow, cautiously taking it from my hand. "What's this?"
"A gift." I smirked. "It enhances magic by ten percent by using demonic energy, any spell cast through it will be stronger"
Her fingers tightened around it. "Wait… you made this?"
I shrugged. "Modified it."
She blinked, staring at me, then at the bracelet, then back at me. Her expression shifted from shock to something unreadable before she suddenly lunged forward and hugged me.
"Thank you," she whispered, her voice genuinely touched.
I let out a breath, amused. "You deserve it. You'll get more use out of it than I would. Plus I haven't really given you anything despite your loyalty."
She pulled back, still staring at the bracelet like it was a treasure beyond value. Then, after a deep breath, she composed herself.
"I can't repay this kindness." She stepped back, looking genuinely concerned.
I rolled my eyes and knew this line of thought.
"Alright, what do you need from me?" She decided.
I didn't bother telling her to not repay me, it wouldn't work.
I smiled. "Look after Asia for me. I have plans for her, but she needs time to adjust."
Medusa nodded. "I'll make sure she's taken care of."
"Good." I replied gratefully.
Medusa held the bracelet carefully, her fingers tracing over the delicate patterns now infused within its metal. Her expression softened, but there was something else in her gaze.
Hesitation, maybe even uncertainty.
I hadn't spoken to her much since coming back, something was obviously on her mind.
"What's on your mind?" I decided to ask.
She sighed, turning the bracelet over in her palm. "I just… I've spent so much of my life chasing revenge. The hatred, the anger, it kept me going. And now… I don't know what to do with myself besides serving you." She gave a self-deprecating chuckle. "I've never thought about anything beyond that. So I find myself at a loss as to how I can serve."
I nodded, recalling my own experiences. "It's not easy letting go of something that's driven you for so long."
She was like that for years.
Her grip on the bracelet tightened.
"You're free now, Medusa. No chains, no past holding you back. You can decide what comes next." I gave her a look. "I'm not exactly demanding and I'm not forcing you to serve me either."
She smiled at that. "I know, but I want to. You're probably the one choice I made right."
I blinked, remaining cool despite the embarrassment I felt. That was oddly flattering.
"I doubt that," I replied amusedly, an easy smile on my face.
"You'd be surprised how stupid I was, I could have travelled anywhere but settled on hunting Demigod children." She shook her head.
I could understand her completely.
"You were angry, I certainly wouldn't have stopped until those who had wronged me were burnt." I comforted her.
I still wasn't sure if I would. Especially going after innocent children but no need to tell her that.
She merely sent a sweet smile in response. A brief silence settled between us before she shifted gears.
"You've been more active than usual today. Something on your mind?" She questioned.
"Some disturbing news has come up." I hesitantly broached the subject.
She frowned lightly. "What's happened?"
I frowned. "I've discovered that there is going to be an attack on Heaven."
Medusa's expression briefly morphed into bewilderment before it darkened. "An attack? By who?"
"The Khaos Brigade." I pushed off the wall, standing straight. "An organisation that houses many Factions." I elaborated.
"I've never heard of them, judging by your tone I suspect they are quite powerful." She replied, her demeanour completely changed.
"They're preparing something big, and Heaven isn't ready for it." I affirmed.
She absorbed my words in silence, her fingers still idly tracing the patterns on the bracelet. "How can I help?"
I hesitated.
Was it worth getting her involved? She saw my hesitance.
She was powerful, and I could sense she had somehow grown even stronger.
{Name: Medusa}
{Title: Gorgon}
{Race: Human/Snake(Cursed and Blessed)}
{Power level: 6060}
Just within the Ultimate-class.
The Tree's blessing had given her a boost in power level by 180, meaning she had gained 12 stat points. Even if she hadn't reached into the low-ultimate class and was still in the peak of the High-class she would have still been a large asset.
With her eyes she was a major threat. She could pacify multiple Peak-High class beings with ease, from what I knew the closer her enemies were in power, the slower the curse acted.
Even her blood was a weapon.
"You don't need to hesitate, you know I can be useful right?" She questioned, sounding slightly offended. "Especially after receiving that blessing, I feel so much stronger."
She clenched her small fist.
That'd be because she stepped into the Ultimate-class.
At a certain level of power, magical energy, regardless of type, becomes denser, granting a qualitative boost in potency and resistance. This also toughens the body, though the exact mechanics were unclear.
The Ultimate class wasn't just a power ranking; it marked a transformation, something the Heavenly Library had taught me. That's likely why Medusa felt much stronger despite only a small increase in raw power.
I was pretty sure I had another transformation to look forward to that would come with reaching God-class, but beyond that, the higher tiers of power remained a mystery for now.
"That's not why I'm hesitating." I replied. "Any being in even the High-class is bound to be an asset.
It may sound like I was against anybody of Mid-class or Low-class but I was simply being realistic. I had been at that level and I didn't want to be subject to such a fate. Mid-class was the average level of warriors and the low-class were treated as fodder…
So many would die…"
More images overlayed reality for a brief second. So many Angels had died, crying for me and they had been given no mercy.
"Kai?" Medusa snapped out of my dark thoughts.
"Would you be willing to join?" I questioned.
She rolled her eyes. "I've already agreed to join, you've shown me more kindness than any other has in hundreds of years. I won't let that be taken from me."
An idea came to me.
I hesitated, only for a moment. "I need to appoint seven Holy Knights under the Saint. Strong warriors who can help lead Heaven's forces and lead under the Saint I chose."
Her eyes widened.
"Would you be one of those? And serve me truly in name." I offered.
This would empower her even further.
The more power I gathered, the less that would die.
I hated this feeling. I felt like I needed to gather power faster than before and I don't even know when they're going to attack. I'll need to bring this up in the Heavenly Conference.
I thanked my foresight in arranging it.
"I-i would be honoured." She stuttered, clearly unsure how to respond in this situation.
"That quick to accept huh?" I attempted to lighten the mood.
Medusa' flustered look quickly became defensive.
She scoffed. "I swore myself to you, didn't I?"
"Then, I'm glad to have you aboard." I replied.
Medusa' defensive face turned into a smile. "So I'm guessing you'll have to go back to Heaven soon."
"Yeah, they don't know about it yet since I've only just found out." I replied.
We spent some time talking, mostly about nothing serious, just comfortable conversation.
"I'll be back for you and Asia later, I hope you can look after her. I need to get back to Heaven." I announced.
"I'll see you later." She replied.
I stepped outside.
The air was cool against my skin as I gazed across the courtyard of my sub-dimension.
There, standing in small groups, were all of my newly created angels speaking with my other Angels. Hestia and Tiamat were both with them as they introduced themselves to the new additions.
I'd have to look into making a new house for them, since I wasn't sure if they were going to stay in Heaven or not. Just as I went to go join them for a little while before I head back, a notification popped up.
[Download Completed!]
My expression shifted. Finally, it had ended.
I sent them a single glance before flashing away in a burst of speed towards one of the corners within my sub-dimension. It was best if I didn't have any distractions for this.
A mountain that had formed to overlook a newly formed lake to be more specific.
-{Hestia}-
Hestia glanced into the distance longingly as she saw Kai slip away. She knew he would have to go back soon, and try as she might Hestia couldn't help feeling left out.
She wasn't unfamiliar to War, far from it. She had observed from afar as wars took place.
That's why she was annoyed she couldn't help, especially him. His new position and the possibility he was the incarnation of God didn't change anything.
Her heart had beaten this fast for hundreds of years. She wasn't clueless as to what was happening but she hadn't ever expected it to happen to her. Especially with someone she had known for less than six months.
Kai didn't realise the effect had around him, everything was just more colourful and there was always something happening.
She sighed softly, her eyes closing as she continued watching over the Angels that had only been created a mere thirty minutes ago. She had never witnessed such creation and it was fascinating.
The ground shook. It was light, barely noticeable and she wondered if Kai was training. It was unusual to feel the faint rumbles when you had a sub-dimension filled with ultimate class beings.
The earth trembled beneath Hestia's feet once more, this time it was much more powerful. Enough to pause everyone's chatter. A moment later, the sky darkened.
Far in the distance, from the very mountain in the direction that Kai had disappeared to, an eruption of raw power burst forth.
A massive, swirling column of purple energy that tore through the heavens. The very air warped and twisted around it, space itself seeming to bend under an unseen force.
Squinting her eyes, she looked far into the distance. Her softly burning eyes flickering curiously.
The entire mountain collapsed inward, as if crushed by an invisible hand, its towering form reduced to dust in an instant. The surrounding landscape buckled under the weight of something immense, oppressive, suffocating.
Even from afar, Hestia felt it. A force that made her knees weaken for just a moment.
The trees closest to the blast site flattened instantly. Some were uprooted, others outright disintegrated under the sheer pressure. Boulders crumbled, the very earth below compacting like wet clay beneath a god's grasp.
Even the clouds above had begun spiraling down toward the epicenter, caught in the pull of an unseen force.
The entire world around the mountain became bathed in purple power.
Tiamat, standing beside her, narrowed her eyes, her gaze sharp and analytical. "That's him."
Hestia swallowed, her hands tightening at her sides.
"Are we being attacked?" she muttered, though she already knew the answer.
Kai had never shown a power like this, and he didn't let off such large amounts of power when training. Tiamat didn't answer immediately, but her large wings unfurled and she took off. Without hesitation, she lifted into the air and followed.
"Stay here," Hestia called out to the gathered Angels.
They all looked mostly confused, and thus nodded in acceptance.
-END-
if you wish to read up to sixteen chapters in advance among my stories and other things please visit pa/t reon * / Snipez818, the app is charging a lot more for some reason so I suggest using the website.
I appreciate all the support!