Succession (3)
Squeak.
Secretary S returned to his room and closed the door.
Originally, he had planned to go to another dungeon to confirm whether his actions that day could influence the dreams he had. But…
“What if…?”
A different thought came to mind, and he returned to his room.
He had encountered something related to the culture of the angels, as Artoria had mentioned.
If today I dream as Secretary S, my hypothesis about dreaming something related to what I encountered that day becomes more credible.
And.
In that case, I might be able to control the dreams I have.
In case of any unforeseen circumstances, Vissus, who had infused sacred power into his bracelet, was well-prepared for sleep.
On the other hand, there is also a possibility that I won’t dream at all, just like a few days ago.
Well, even if that’s the case, it’s not a problem.
It’s just another case to secure. It’s just a little disappointing.
First of all, in order to solve this puzzle called a dream, I have to try various attempts.
Anyway, the ‘organization’ will start moving after the club recruitment week.
I have enough time for a few days.
Vissus recalled the experiences of the mercenary V in his mind.
If it were him now, he felt that he could easily stop the first terrorist attack.
Click.
Vissus turned off the light and lay down on the bed.
And then he fell asleep.
Flash.
An incredibly bright light covered Vissus’s eyes.
“Congratulations on your victory!”
“Hurrah for Chief Vissus! Hurrah for Lord Deus!”
After a moment, when Vissus regained his sight, he saw a magnificent scene with countless angels gathered together.
“To capture the great demon Lucifer! You truly are Chief Vissus!”
“The victory on the battlefield is certain!”
Lucifer was captured.
Is this the continuation of the dream where I confronted Lucifer before?
Beosus looked around.
It was like a glimpse of heaven from a myth.
In that beautiful place, countless angels were praising him.
Is this the sight of improvement in the victory that sealed Lucifer?
“This is not my victory. It is all by the grace of Deus.”
Beosus’ mouth moved independently of his will.
“And thanks to Artoria, I was able to return victorious. If no one had come to save me, the devil would have discovered the seal area and I would have been captured instead.”
She said she would go home first, as the protagonist of the improvement ceremony was Duke Nangun, but that’s just talk.
Beosus swallowed her words.
“Whatever the case may be, we were able to follow and act because Beosus was here!”
“Hail Beosus!”
Everyone praised Beosus with one heart and one mind, and Beosus could see how much trust and respect she was receiving as an angel among the other angels.
A cherub.
Artoria had said before that she was the highest rank among the angels.
Just like being a counselor to Deus.
“I will go and report to Deus.”
Leaving behind the festive angels, Beosus spread her white wings and flew towards the highest place in heaven.
Behind the magnificent temples and beautiful white houses, the place where Bierce settled was a building that exuded a grand and sacred atmosphere.
Even Bierce, seeing the building for the first time, could immediately recognize who lived inside, so majestic was the building.
Thump.
Bierce knelt on one knee in his seat.
“My lord, your servant has arrived.”
-Come in.
Then, a beautiful woman’s voice echoed in Bierce’s mind.
“I will follow your words.”
Kwoong.
The heavy door of the Wisdom Hall slowly opened.
Bierce folded his wings and walked slowly inside.
A vast amount of divinity and holiness filled the space.
At the end of the hallway where Bierce walked, there was a splendid curtain with intricate patterns carved on white fabric.
“You have come, my first servant, Bierce.”
The voice that had just echoed in Bierce’s mind came from inside the curtain.
Upon hearing that voice, Bierce’s physical body kneeled again.
“Your servant, Bierce, has returned after sealing the great demon Lucifer.”
And from within their embrace, Lucifer took out the seal stone that sealed him and offered it towards the curtain with both hands.
Ooong.
Then, the seal stone slowly floated up.
The sealing stone flew into the inside of the curtain.
“You really brought this great demon here.”
The person inside the curtain exclaimed.
“My first disciple, Bieseus. You have always done more than I asked of you.”
Bieseus knelt down and bowed his head.
“You are my greatest treasure. Even compared to the entire paradise, I would choose you.”
“I am honored.”
After hearing Bieseus’s words, the person inside remained silent for a moment before continuing.
“If you were someone else, I could consider treating you a little more comfortably.”
“I have already received an overflowing amount of love.”
“…Tsk.”
…?
Did I mishear?
Did they just say “Tsk” from inside?
“I will let it pass this time.”
“I apologize.”
“The sealing of the great demon of Pandemonium. It is the biggest achievement since the confrontation between heaven and hell began. It will go down in history as a great victory.”
The confrontation between heaven and hell.
Is Pandemonium an organization of demons from hell?
“Do you have something you want as a reward?”
“It was all thanks to the angels, not just my own skill. Above all, it was the grace of Deus that embraced us all.”
“Oh, please don’t mention it.”
The voice was filled with embarrassment, noticeable even to the secretary.
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There was a moment of silence, and then the voice spoke again.
“Nevertheless, no one can deny the greatness of your skill. Therefore, I will grant you a reward in the name of Deus. Tell me what you desire.”
Upon hearing this, the secretary’s body seemed to pause in thought.
“Then, may I request the reinforcement of Artoria’s protection?”
“Protection for Artoria? She is also a celestial being who serves as my aide. She is receiving more stringent protection than any other angel. Why would she need further reinforcement?”
“I am aware of that. However, in the recent battle, Lucifer mentioned Artoria’s kidnapping as a means to exploit my weakness. Without knowing what actions Pandemonium, which suffered its worst defeat upon losing Lucifer, will take to recover from the current situation, I believe that Artoria’s protection should be strengthened.”
“…Him again?”
A voice murmured softly from within.
“…Always him. He calls me his servant. What a nuisance.”
Muttering and grumbling.
However, the sound was too faint for the secretary to hear clearly.
“Is something the matter, Master?”
When Deus murmured softly, the secretary asked.
“…Don’t mind it. I was just lost in thought for a moment.”
“I understand.”
“I promised to grant a reward befitting your skill, so I will fulfill your request.”
Zing.
In the empty sky, the language of heaven, unrecognizable to Vissus, was engraved.
“This is the written covenant declared in the name of Deux. As you wish, Arthoria will receive concentrated protection from all the capabilities of heaven. …Do you like it?”
“I am grateful, Your Highness.”
“…Very well. If you are pleased, then go.”
With a strangely blunt voice, Vissus greeted and left.
Leaving the intellectual chamber, Vissus spread his wings again and descended slowly.
Then he landed in front of a neatly adorned house.
Vissus opened the door and entered inside.
“Arthoria, I’m back.”
“Ah! Your Grace has returned!”
Inside, Arthoria was handling various documents.
‘Is this how Arthoria looked when she was an angel?’
Even though it was the first time Vissus had seen an angel, he could immediately recognize that she was Arthoria.
Lucifer said that Arthoria was the one who saved me from being sealed within the domain.
Does that mean she came here alone after that?
“Your Grace!”
Arthoria spread her wings and rushed towards Vissus.
“Hush! Ah… Your Grace’s scent…”
“Arthoria, I just returned from the battlefield. So…”
“No! While Your Grace was away, all of Your Grace’s energy has been depleted! So, let me recharge you a little…”
Artoria buried her face in the thick neck of Vercus.
“Wasn’t what Artoria said today not a lie? … Angelic beings are more perverted than I thought.”
Although it was Artoria’s personal preference and Vercus had not seen any other cases, he misunderstood and spoke.
“My Lord. You haven’t forgotten the promise you made to me before carrying out this operation, have you?”
“T-That… Are you talking about that…?”
Vercus’s body, which was always overflowing with confidence, seemed flustered.
“Come here quickly!”
Artoria grabbed Vercus’s arm and pulled him inside.
“Ah, Artoria. I just came back from the battlefield. Let me wash up first…”
“I don’t like it! Now is the time!”
The place Artoria took Vercus to was the bedroom.
“Come this way, my Lord♡.”
Huh…?
This, this can’t be true!
Vercus fell into confusion.