Chapter 677

Chapter 677

The Sanctuary of the Demon God was a symbolic location for the demons that had been forced to move to the Demon World, where their ancestors had been exiled. That was why the traces left in the sanctuary bore the weight of a long history.

A light glinted in Davey O’Rowane’s eyes as he sat arrogantly on the throne, his lips stretched into a terrifying smile. Meanwhile, the throng of demons that had gathered felt fear and awe.

The throne had been vacant for too long. Because despite everything, most demons were stubborn in their ways, believing that only a true Demon King should sit on the throne. Ironically, it was a human who now occupied it. What was more shocking was the fact that none of the demons could even have any thoughts of intervening even after witnessing him usurp the throne. On top of that, they were plunged further into disarray when the gigantic black minotaur, Blackbull, died.

"Blackbull was killed in an instant...”

“...”

Blackbull had consumed one of the Demon King’s powers that had been scattered—the power of destruction. He was so strong that it was difficult for other demons to fight him. In other words, it meant that Davey could easily slay every demon that was present if he wanted.

"Do you guys have something to say?"

"Thi-this! ASTAROTH!!! Why did you summon a human here?!" A skinny, male demon shouted as he shivered.

Naturally, it was impossible for Astaroth to be with them at the moment because of his illness. Besides, it was Yushir, a powerful succubus even without the powers of the Demon King, who brought Davey to the meeting hall.

Observing the trembling crowd, Davey leisurely clapped his hands and said, "Now, calm down. Let's make this clear. Those who wish to oppose me can come to me anytime. But let's get one thing straight. Raise your hand if you don’t want to follow my lead."

The remark prompted everyone to raise their hands. After all, Davey was considered an enemy. He was the one who had waged war against the demons and had thrown them all back into the Demon World. So what was Davey to the demons? The answer was painfully clear.

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Davey chuckled and loudly clapped as he got up from his seat. He then declared, "The Demon World was too stagnant, so I decided to bring in a new breeze by scattering the powers. But since you dislike it, those who oppose me will simply have to be dealt with."

Boooom!!!

A burst of mana erupted from Davey, showing he meant his every word. His demonic force combined with elemental mana began to heavily weigh down on the surroundings, seemingly crushing everything indiscriminately.

Having elevated the level of his spirit meant that his powers reached another level, and it was Taboo’s Karma that benefited most from his power growth.

Even with the same amount of mana, casting a simple Fifth Circle magic would now be so overwhelmingly efficient that it would make broader applications of magic possible. Simply put, he now had more influence over the mana within him and around him.

"If you won't listen to me, I'll kill you all," Davey warned.

The quick-witted demons instantly lowered their hands.

“...”

Out of all the demons present, only two continued to raise their hands. Meanwhile, the rest swiftly averted their gazes to avoid Davey’s. They had clearly sensed the difference of power between Davey and them, and so, despite their arrogance after having acquired the powers of the Demon King, they understood that recklessly going against Davey was a fool’s move.

“Neither of you is an idiot who can’t assess your opponent’s level,” Davey said, sounding almost regretful as he looked at the young, blond-haired boy.

The demon was actually a Balrog, even though he appeared to be a young boy. Not only that, but the energy he emanated suggested that he had a power that made him worthy, or even more than worthy, of being called the God of War.

The blond boy, Sauron, glared at Davey as he said, “You are a human, so even if it will cost me my life, I refuse to ever obey you.”

Davey then retorted, "And yet, I find it incomprehensible how someone who is supposedly so devoted could bring Perserque to such a state.”

"That's–"

"Enough," Davey interrupted before Sauron could finish.

Boom!!!

An invisible power blasted the boy, sending him crashing into a wall. Davey then turned his head to look at the only other demon who had raised his hand along with Sauron—a skinny, male demon who now faced him.

“...”

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The solemn sound of the drums resonated, symbolizing an obstinate subject’s last attempt to show his loyalty. After all, a servant’s loyalty did not always have to be for a king.

Sauron was a being who could think for himself, so he decided to stake his life, for he was unable to accept a reality in which Davey was the Demon King.

The Sanctuary of the Demon God was, in truth, at the center of flood damage, and tens of thousands of Sauron’s soldiers reigned over it. While it was by no means a small number, it wasn’t impressive either, given the current situation wherein Davey’s demon army was roughly hundreds of thousands.

Still not yet in their sword form, Blue Ribbon and Red Ribbon covered their ears while having an upset expression on their faces, seemingly pained by the loud sounds of the drums and horn.

They then whined with a whimper, "Urgh... So noisy..."

Davey silently petted them while Perserque sighed and asked, "Is all this really necessary?"

"This is to respect and let him abide by his principles to the end if he can’t accept the change.," Davey reasoned, even though Sauron’s actions seemed foolish in his opinion.

Then, Sauron, who was riding a great dragon, approached Davey. He dismounted the dragon and landed quietly. He then said, "Grant me one promise."

"Why do I have to promise anything?" Davey asked.

"I've heard you're a man of honor, even to your enemies.”

“...”

"Even if we battle here, please spare the women and children living in my territory," Sauron requested.

"You’re not in the place to be saying that,” Davey countered.

This remark silenced Sauron.

With the lack of reply from Sauron’s end, Davey then went on to explain the stark reality of the situation, saying, "These demons have homes and families too. But they all rush in here like moths to a flame, only to perish in the end because of your greed.”

"They will not return," Sauron finally spoke.

“You should have at least tried to solve this on your own and you only.," Davey criticized.

"Please don't look down on the pride of our noble Balrog legion. Like bamboo, we may break, but we will not bend," Sauron retorted.

‘Bamboo-like fools,’ Davey thought with a sigh.

"Do as you wish. This conversation is over."

Sauron quietly mounted his dragon.

A bluff threatening complete annihilation had kept at bay anyone who dared approach the Sanctuary of the Demon God. So the remaining demons and the legion had already withdrawn the troops encircling the place.

After silence descended upon them, Perserque, who probably could not bear the bitterness of the situation, heaved a deep sigh and flew away from Davey.

Boom! Boom!

Hoooonk!!!

The sounds of the drums and horn took a crescendo, reverberating more in the air as Davey began to walk toward Blue Ribbon and Red Ribbon.

"Red Ribbon."

With baby steps, Red Ribbon approached Davey after his call. Red Ribbon then transformed into light before finally taking the shape of a sword.

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