"Ahem!"
Aengus coughed lightly, drawing Belial's attention, a subtle reminder not to get too comfortable around Aria.
Belial chuckled, clearly enjoying himself. "What's wrong, Aengus? Are you afraid I'm going to steal her from you?" he joked—a rare occurrence.
"Father..." Bella interjected, her glare sharp enough to make her point clear. She wasn't going to let him cross any lines.
"Look at you... I was just appreciating her."
Belial sighed dramatically, taking a step back from Aria. Ariexhaled in relief, the distance easing her discomfort. Aria glanced at Bella with a grateful expression, silently appreciating her support.
Belial's playful demeanor faded abruptly, replaced by a serious intensity. His piercing gaze locked onto Aengus.
"So, now answer me, boy," he said, his tone grave. "What's your real goal for gathering so many demon minions?" .net
Aengus gave Bella a knowing glance, silently encouraging her to explain everything. He intertwined his fingers with both Bella's and Aria's hands, a gesture of unity and strength.
Bella took a deep breath, her resolve clear in her voice as she addressed her father. "Father, we have only one goal: to unify the world. We're not just fighting battles for conquest—we're striving for a greater purpose. And we're resolved to see it through."
Belial's eyes narrowed as he listened, gauging the determination in his daughter's voice. He could see the conviction in her, one that mirrored Aengus's calm confidence.
Aria, standing beside Aengus, already knew the purpose of his growing demonic army. It was one of the reasons she chose to align herself with Bella. Their shared goal of unifying the world wasn't just Aengus's ambition—it had become theirs as well. United under their husband's vision, the two women were resolved to walk the same path, ensuring the success of his dream.
With the demonstration over, Aengus, Bella, Aria, and Belial moved into the living quarters to discuss matters in detail. There, Aengus outlined his grand vision—how he had risen to power in the Human Realm, becoming an Emperor, and the steady formation of his empire.
Belial listened attentively as Aengus explained his strategy: to merge his forces from both the Human and Demon worlds once grew bigger. With this combined army, an unstoppable force of power and unity, they could conquer both worlds.
But Aengus's plan went beyond mere conquest—it was about ending the endless cycles of hatred and prejudice, and bringing about a lasting peace between humans and demons. Going against the Gods and the Demon God.
With Aengus's god-like power and the Grand Army of Liberation, they would force those who stood in their way to submit or face inevitable defeat.
Yet, submission wasn't the final goal—it was a means to purify the ingrained animosity, to create a world where demons and humans coexisted, sharing resources and living in mutual understanding. Aengus spoke of a future where both worlds could thrive together, with prosperity and peace unthinkable in the current age of division.
Belial, once skeptical, now found himself captivated by the vision. Aengus wasn't merely conquering—he was seeking to build a new world order, one where the bitterness between races would finally end, and abundance resources would be shared.
It was an ambition both grand and noble, and Belial began to see that it might just be possible—with a leader like Aengus at the helm.
"Now, Father, would you consider putting your army under my husband's command?" Bella demanded suddenly.
"Oh? Are you asking for your dowry, my dear?" Belial asked, amused.
Bella smiled as she held Aengus' arm. "You can think of it that way. But I hope this doesn't make my other siblings jealous."
"Haha...Fine, I will give my full support. Perhaps your husband can help bring your mother back to me... I only want her in return," Belial offered, making a condition.
Aengus responded confidently, "Deal. We will bring Bella's mother back to you, Father-in-law."