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A/N: Another chapter written on a train ride...I didn't update properly, did I? Well, there's a reason behind this. In fact, I'm finally uploading videos to YouTube. My channel is named Bioshitsilo, you should totally check it out! I'm making AMVs and some other stuff (although my K-On! Video was banned worldwide, copyright infringement). You can also follow me on twitter: bioshitsiloOff.

This chapter just states what happened after the story "The General takes over". The main focus of this story is action with a little angst; some chapters will be comedy, though. Enjoy!

The last years had passed in the blink of an eye. Furuichi had graduated, but was sure no university would take him in with a degree from Ishiyama High. Instead – and considering his relationship with Lamia – he decided to work, earning a living. And there was only one workplace perfectly fitting his talents: the Pillar Squad.

He had moved to the demon world a few months after graduation. His family he told he was moving to Macao to live there with Lamia, working in a special company, together with Hecadoth and Agiel. His parents met the two after Hecadoth started dating Honoka, something Furuichi wasn't very fond of. Hecadoth knew it, but did it nevertheless. One year after the barbecue they broke up, or rather it changed into a loose long distance relationship; Hecadoth would be in Macao together with Furuichi, after all.

It was a year after Furuichi lived in the demon world that he had proposed to Lamia. They married shortly afterwards – in Japan – and after ten months Lamia gave birth to twins, girl and boy. They looked just like their parents, a fact that Oga used to constantly joke. Oga even became the godfather of both kids, something that upset Lamia a little, but she knew, there wouldn't be a better choice. The Kids were named Tatsumi – Furuichi insisted – and Hilda. Both parents hoped their children would live up to their names, at least sharing the good traits.

Furuichi worked hard. He had aimed to become a Pillar General or even a Pillar Baron, but Jabberwock stated that he couldn't achieve those titles, although he would be granted the same rights. Those titles were only for demons; it never happened that a human was a member of the Pillar Squad. They had to come up with a name for his position, and decided to call him the Pillar Strategist, until they found a better name.

Furuichi had to undergo an exhausting training. In the demon world he couldn't always rely on the tissues, so his physical abilities were polished to the maximum. It turned out that he was a pretty strong fighter, and together with Dr. Furcas Furuichi worked on a project that would grant him the ability to take over different demons with tissues, but without giving them a consciousness. This way he could use the power of imprisoned demons without giving them the ability to control him; the project wasn't finished yet, though.

Living up to his name – or rather rank – as strategist, Furuichi always planned the scheduled operations, interrogated prisoners and tried to figure out what was happening. And as always, he was damn good at that. Sadly, one single day should change his life forever.

Furuichi was visiting Dr. Furcas. He wanted to check the status of the project, but he also had to undergo medical tests from time to time. The demon world put some stress on a human body, and the constant use of the tissues was also an issue that couldn't be neglected.

As Furuichi entered the office, he saw Dr. Furcas read some papers, scientific stuff. He was a little irritated, since the doctor was usually reading some porn magazines when he was alone – and also when he wasn't alone. "Good morning, Dr. Furcas.", greeted Furuichi politely. "Hm? Oh, good morning, Furuichi. Wanna look on the project.", asked Dr. Furcas. "Yeah, but you also should have my blood test results by now.", nodded Furuichi. He noticed how the doctors eyelids flashed for a second. "Yes, I do. Let's begin with the project."

"So, Furuichi, I ran a few tests, and the tissues are nearly complete. You can draw the full amount of power out of them, but I still didn't managed to get rid of the last small piece of consciousness the demons have. I'm working on it and it seems to be over soon.", said Dr. Furcas. Furuichi nodded in acknowledgment. "And about your test results...maybe sit down, it will be a longer talk."

"First, I decided that another nurse would do all the chemical stuff, not Lamia. Who knows what could happen when she was to treat your blood samples.", said Dr. Furcas with a stern voice. "Well, she rarely works, or rather she rarely comes to the infirmary. She is working pretty hard at home, two crazy five year olds and the housework, poor girl.", sighed Furuichi. Furcas nodded and continued with his speech. "That aside, let's focus on your blood samples. I checked for the usual and I – I hate to tell you this, but you're in deep trouble. And I mean, really deep." Furuichi gulped as he heard those words. "Am I sick?", he asked nervously. "Oh, I wouldn't say sick. I would rather call it 'fucked'.", said Dr. Furcas with a sad smile. "I'm afraid you caught a rather mysterious illness. We do have a cure for that, but to produce the medicine I need some stuff that is almost impossible to get. You can't buy it...you need things like a demon princes blood and innards of giant monsters."

Furuichi was shocked. "So...it's terminal? Am I going to die?" Dr. Furcas looked him deep into the eye. "Listen to me: this illness is not terminal, as long as you gather all the ingredients. I made you a list; but I don't think you have the time or power to get it all. You need help, and Jabberwock won't be happy to do so – if he even does."

Furuichi looked on the ground, his eyes watery. "I'll do my best. And I have to tell the Squad and Oga." Dr. Furcas looked a little surprised. "You're not telling it your family or your beloved wife?" "My family wouldn't understand, and Lamia would get mad with worry. I just have to find everything. How much time do I have?" "Maybe six months? Should be enough.", said Dr. Furcas. "And I'm not sure if I should tell you this, but – until now, I don't know if the use of the tissues prolongs or shortens your life. And since the rest of your family has demon blood and thus lives a few hundred years...", said the doctor. A single tear rolled down Furuichis cheek. "Yeah, I thought so. I mean, my kids are five, but are at the same stage as a one year old. I know that I probably won't see my kids grow up – this dangerous job aside." Furuichi swallowed down this anxious feeling in his throat and stood up. "Thanks for telling me. I'll work on it."

Right after that he went to Jabberwocks office. The leader of the Squad wasn't very pleased to hear the news and promised Furuichi that his family would be supported by the Squad if he'd die. Hearing this didn't cheer him up, but reminded him of the sad truth that life was moving on until the end of time.

When he was finally home, he let out a big sigh. Lamia came into the hallway, wearing an apron and carrying Hilda. "You're back, darling! Welcome. How was your day?" "It started like every other day, but then it took a few turns to the left and to the right...it was a little crazy and exhausting. I'm happy to be at home." "Anyway, dinner is ready!", chirped Lamia. Furuichi smiled. Lamia always made the best dinner.

After dinner, he sat down on the couch, drinking a coffee. "So, what exactly happened at work?", asked Lamia. Furuichi looked at his wife, a hint of pride in his eyes. 'I married the best woman in the world.', he thought. "Ah, well, y'know, I have to gather some stuff from across the whole demon world. A really difficult job, and I only have six months.", Furuichi said. "Poor Furuichi.", smiled Lamia.

After Furuichi had put his children to bed and watched them sleep, he closed the door and went into his bedroom. Lamia already lied down, covered in a blanket. She read a book and looked up as he entered. "You look really exhausted, darling." "I am, my dear princess. But there's no other way, right? I have to work, just like any other adult. Except for Oga." Both smiled. "Good night."

A/N: Oh my God, Furuichi's dying! Or is he? Well, find out! It's a heavy plot twist, and just as I promised, this story will be far more violent, dark and brutal. There will be a few lemons, but just one or two, I think. I will add some jokes, though, that is what makes it a Beelzebub story!