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“It’s actually not that rare for a demonic remnant to appear.”
Atalanta had such luck.
“It is said that the resurrection of the devil’s body disappeared after the actions of the last hero who held the holy sword, but its remnants are still scattered throughout the world.”
The pieces of the demons’ bodies were torn apart and scattered throughout the world.
Most of them exist in the form of thoughts and inhabit objects or places, but the most dangerous thing is that they use humans as ‘vessels’ and seep into those things.
Afterwards, when all the ‘conditions’ are met, the sculpture appears through the vessel.
Just as a fragment of the Gray Demon appeared from Elnor before.
‘the problem is…’
Once a piece of the devil appears through a vessel, other pieces of the devil tend to gather around that person.
Due to an inevitability that can be considered unreasonable.
So the vessel is the most important and dangerous. In fact, they are the medium for the resurrection of demons.
“…”
I smile bitterly inside.
In the same vein, once the devil has appeared, Elnor will probably experience significant changes sooner or later.
There is a high probability that certain types of ’emotions’ will be greatly amplified.
It’s my job to lead it to the best possible outcome.
“The demon fragment that appeared in the material world was bound to cause a catastrophic disaster.”
okay. I know.
There is something similar in the scenario right now.
Red night situation. An accident that occurred when a human with multiple pieces of the ‘Red Devil’ manifested them all at once.
It was also an accident in which the entire family of Elijah, the current warrior candidate, was swept away.
“…”
One of the Red Devil’s powers is ‘Burning’, which deals with nearly infinite flames.
Of course, no matter how many pieces there were, it wouldn’t have been possible to properly imitate something like that.
But, nevertheless.
It didn’t make much sense when I saw it as a game CG, but if it were an accident that happened in real life, the horror of it would be indescribable.
One human being.
Several cities were completely erased from the map.
In just one night.
“So this time, when the erosion caused by the power of the Gray Devil occurred on a large scale through Princess Tristan, I came to this area at full speed. “If we suppress it as quickly as possible, we can reduce the damage.”
It is said that Atalanta was desperate at that time.
Because it is nothing else but a piece of the ‘Gray Devil’. The strongest being among the rulers of Pandemonium.
Its power would be such that even a thousand-year-old immortal could expect death.
No, more than that.
“…Did you also know that Elnor is the medium of manifestation?”
“I had a guess. “I was certain because the evidence this time was so clear.”
Atalanta smiled and accepted the words.
“The Holy Imperial State and the Heresy Inquisition Center within the empire dispatched by it are very capable in that regard. Even if we cannot find out exactly who the ‘vessel’ that contains the devil’s fragment is, it is possible to at least assemble a group of candidates.”
The sentence continued with a sigh.
This is kind of awesome.
Because the devil’s fragment is set up, it finds its destination on its own.
It is capable of hiding for long periods of time undetected, and makes every effort to inhabit a target that can cause the greatest damage to the material world if it later manifests.
Thanks to this, I remember that it acted as a random variable in the scenario and it was all random as to who got which piece.
In other words, this side has figured out information that I don’t know much about in detail enough to form a candidate group.
It’s definitely a big help.
“But thanks to that nature, the only ‘vessels’ that contain pieces of the devil are people who will be in big trouble if they mess with them carelessly.”
Whether due to social status or personal power, the majority of people are people who have reached high levels of achievement.
The majority of these people have a complex relationship with the politics of each country, so it is not only difficult to touch them carelessly, but if you accidentally touch them and the pieces inside actually appear, disaster will unfold.
So basically, the attitude taken toward such bowl candidates is observation, neglect, and light management.
“yes. But this time, the conditions somehow met and we succeeded in convening all the strong candidates to this academy.”
That’s great too.
If the object it can reside in is even just one person, it would be a person who would have huge aftereffects if touched incorrectly.
“The timing was right, and the target was right. Heavenly luck followed. “Of all of them, your very existence is the most fortunate.”
“…yes?”
“A piece of the devil that appeared targeting Princess Tristan. I ‘helped’ you. “I even used all the time I was allowed.”
“…”
Yeah, whatever.
Did this person even know that the manifest gray devil helped me?
Considering the circumstances, it’s strange that I don’t know.
“It’s a strange thing. “There’s no way he wouldn’t know that exposing one’s existence is itself a weakness.”
There must be a reason.
This is because the special gift I opened, ‘Fatal Attraction’, has built up extreme affection for me.
There doesn’t seem to be any reason other than that.
“That’s the key.”
Atalanta continued, still smiling.
“The devil is strangely kind to you, Dowd Campbell.”
“…yes?”
However, the words that continue are:
“There is only one hypothesis to explain.”
I couldn’t help but frown without realizing it.
“Even though I have lived for nearly a thousand years, it is a phenomenon that I have only seen so rarely.”
Atalanta confirmed.
Even though the cause is unclear, people who cause such phenomena have existed several times in history.
“A human being who is obsessed with all demons to the point of insanity. To the extent that a being whose purpose is to destroy the material world sacrifices itself. “There were people who were born with that kind of soul.”
The other person continued speaking.
“A person destined to be loved by all evil. yes. “From what I see, you are that kind of person.”
“…”
Was my ability at that level?
-That’s a more powerful feat than you think. How to deal with it will depend on your choice.
The angels had said that to me before.
At this point, I began to understand the things Atalanta said about the ‘survival and survival of the world’ and such.
If everything this person says right now is true.
Because I am an incredibly powerful person who can influence everyone who forms the axis of evil in this worldview just by existing.
“Personally, this is my first time encountering someone born with such characteristics, so I would like to research it somehow and find out its principles, but there are more urgent matters than that right now.”
Atalanta sighed and wiped her face.
It didn’t look like he was trying to tell a very pleasant story.
“Beings born with such characteristics are destined to attract demons by their very birth. No matter what life you live, you are bound to become entangled with the devil’s vessels. “There were no exceptions to this.”
“…That means.”
“yes. “It means that you, too, will inevitably become entangled with the vessels of this generation’s devil.”
The story that followed was in that context.
“Of course, most people like you did not end well. “As you would expect.”
Not only are the majority of them not ordinary humans, but demons are things that cause trouble by their very existence and always bring about numerous tragedies and disasters.
If all of those things came rushing in, it wasn’t at a level that a single human could handle.
“however.”
By the way.
Atalanta, who said those words, smiled slightly.
“Just once.”
A vessel containing a piece of the devil, and a man and a woman with the same soul qualities as me meet.
It is said that there were cases where true love blossomed and survived until the end.
It must have happened against all odds, like a miracle of a miracle.
“What do you think happened?”
“…”
“The demonic fragment that resided in the vessel has completely disappeared from the material world.”
As a result, the devil, who had no ‘medium’ to manifest, became a being that could almost be considered permanently sealed.
Since there is no bowl, even the possibility of the other pieces coming together is blocked.
“Detailed conditions are not known. There are stories that say you have to die while in love, or there are stories that say that you have to love the other person really intensely for that to happen. Since it only happened once, nothing specific is known. But there is no doubt that the ‘loving relationship’ itself is the key.”
It’s a beautiful story.
True love removes the seeds of destruction.
okay.
“…”
But I don’t know why my back keeps getting cold.
“Do you know that, student?”
Atalanta grinned.
“The bowl candidates identified so far are, I don’t know.”
It was a laugh that made me feel really bad.
“By coincidence, all of them are women.”
“…”
The back of my head gets colder.
Unless you’re a nerd, you’ll probably be able to figure out how the story goes.
“…therefore.”
“yes.”
“Do you want me to manipulate that power source and destroy all of the devil’s fragments?”
Atalanta smiled calmly.
“This is a heavenly opportunity. Because a girl like you is born with that kind of nature. “I feel like I can beat any number of women’s hearts.”
“…”
“Of course it won’t be easy. The cultists seeking to resurrect the devil will continue to target you, and the vessels are not all ordinary people. but.”
Atalanta bowed her head politely.
“Please, Dowd Campbell.”
“…”
“The pieces of the devil continue to come together through the vessel. As time goes by, more and more pieces are coming together. If things continue like this, the destruction of humanity is inevitable and is only a matter of time.”
“…”
“I earnestly request this. please. We will do our best to help you in any way we can. I will do anything this old man can do. so.”
Please save humanity.
Those words echoed softly in the office.
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When I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was the pure white ceiling.
It looked quite familiar to Elnor as well. Not long ago, she attacked Dean Conrad and forced him to take a look.
“…”
Elfante’s medical unit. A place inside the academic building and not in her outskirts where she lost her mind.
then.
‘What about Daoud?’
What happened to that man?
She quickly got up at the first question that came to mind.
“…!”
Of course, it was a decision I immediately regretted.
It would not be an appropriate action to do with a body so injured that it cannot be spoken of.
At the same time, she let out a silent scream due to the intense pain that followed.
“…hmm?”
Elnor opened her eyes slightly and looked down at her body.
It doesn’t hurt that much.
Of course, a certain amount of pain remained, but at least compared to the injuries she suffered, this level was comparable to a breeze.
‘Is recovery faster?’
Of course, as the daughter of a master swordsman, she is also well-versed in physical abilities.
However, this level of recovery speed is still abnormal.
“…”
Now that I think about it, it feels like the insidious energy inside my heart, which was always rattling, is much quieter than usual.
If I look back a little, I felt like something inside me was eating my whole body before I lost consciousness.
‘Something has changed.’
She looked down at her body and tilted her head.
It’s as if the components of the body have completely changed.
It was as if my whole body was being affected by the energy that had only been inside my heart.
“Wow, the patient has come to his senses! “Bring your doctor!”
As she was thinking about that, one of the nurses cried out in shock when she saw her come to her senses.
It seems she’s not the only one who feels that this is an injury that will never recover this quickly.
At the same time that sentence was said, the door to the hospital room opened violently.
Before she could even think, “The doctor came quickly,” the curtain next to her bed was violently pulled back.
“Hey, are you okay?!”
Beatrix, with a look of urgency written all over her face, fiercely asked questions.
“Do you remember? Is your body moving well? How, how properly…!”
“…Take it easy.”
Elnor sighed and calmed her down.
“You’re quite healthy. “All the memories remain.”
Beatrix sighed and looked Elnor up and down.
Sure, it looks fine. Both what you say and what you see.
“okay? Are you sure?”
“I’m sure.”
And as soon as Elnor answered like that, Beatrix’s palm burned on her back.
“…”
As Beatrix was born as a civil servant, the damage was not that intense.
Next, Beatrix spoke, her face almost filled with tears.
“I’m worrying you, really! uh! “You really, hey, I really thought you were going to die this time…!”
“…Was it that serious?”
“As soon as I saw you, I thought you were going straight into the morgue!”
“…”
Sure, it was a bit of a mess.
“Rather, what about Dowd Campbell? “Where is that man now?”
But that is more of a problem than your immediate condition.
When Elnor asked that question with an air of urgency, Beatrix glared at her with a puzzled expression.
“Are you worried about me after almost dying? “If that guy dies, you’ll cause some kind of major accident.”
Beatrix stopped talking.
As soon as those words were said, the sparkle in Elnor’s eyes disappeared.
For a moment, a chill went up Beatrix’s spine as she thought that this could really be the case.
“no! He’s not dead! “I’m not dead, so calm down!”
“…what is the condition?”
“I’m fine! “I’m much more sane than you!”
After hearing those words, Beatrix breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that the light had returned to Elnor’s eyes.
“…Anyway. It’s so crazy, so crazy. “I will be able to start a household in just a little while.”
Beatrix paused again.
This time, Elnor frowned when she heard those words.
No, he doesn’t seem particularly offended by what she said just now.
In a slightly different sense, it was an atmosphere that silenced her.
It looks like he is seriously considering what he just said.
“…hey?”
“…”
“Why are you suddenly so quiet? awfully.”
“No, there was a guy who said something similar before.”
Elnor answered with narrowed eyes.
“If two people said something like that, wouldn’t it be a coincidence?”
“…”
no.
It seems like a coincidence.
I guess you just interpret it however you like.
‘Isn’t it a bit strange?’
It’s not that it’s not, it’s really that way.
I used to pay a lot of attention to that guy named Dowd, but it’s a little strange that as soon as I came to my senses, the only thing that came to mind was him.
I’ve had that feeling before, but what can I say about this?
‘…I feel like my obsession is getting worse?’
Is there any reason? I’m a little worried.
Beatrix thought so and stroked her hair.
Of course, such worries are also concerns. There was something I had to convey right now.
“Don’t think about unnecessary things. “I feel like I’m dying from a hard time these days.”
“You must have had a hard time while I was away.”
“It wasn’t that bad, it was very difficult. “They said someone was going to attack us.”
“…They’re coming in?”
Beatrix sighed.
“two people. “They say there are two big guys coming who really make people very upset.”
Elnor tilted her head.
Beatrix is an experienced student council secretary. I’ve worked hard to meet all kinds of big names.
But who could make someone suffer this much?
“First, saint. She was supposed to be starting next semester, but she was suddenly starting next week. “The Holy Empire pushed for it so strongly that the empire was embarrassed and allowed it to pass.”
“Did you hear the reason?”
“Is there something they really need to investigate? “I heard that a saint would probably be able to do it without any flaws.”
“…”
“That commotion involving you and Dowd Campbell. It seems like the Inquisition is also keeping an eye on you. “Everyone is going crazy.”
Beatrix sighed when she saw Elnor frowning and listening quietly.
Certainly, it is not a light agenda.
Speaking of the saint of the Holy Imperial Kingdom, she is a famous person on the continent who does not know about her.
God’s representative. Although he does not have actual power like the Pope and the Archbishop, he is a giant who can be considered to have the greatest legitimacy on the continent in terms of ‘symbolism’.
I don’t think anyone would feel happy about such a person coming in saying ‘there’s something to investigate’.
Therefore, Beatrix had no choice but to hesitate for a moment in bringing out the following news.
“And this, I was originally going to tell you later. “I’ll let you know while I’m at it.”
“Something.”
“Your father is coming to the academy. Sir Gideon.”
Sparks flew from Elnor’s eyes.
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fantasy,
