August 25

10:00 am

Pacific Ocean

The sound horror is in the air. Men were swimming away, some drown, some were killed as they fall to the water with heavy injuries. The smoke and fire is around them. Debris were everywhere, floating in the vast blue ocean. Metal creaked and brake as their ships that they called home since the war began, was embraced by the big blue. Small boats began rescuing whatever men they can save and many were unfortunate has to grab every floating debris around them.

"Look out!" one of the Allied sailor shouted to his companions.

The huge propeller that was once part of the large Allied Aircraft Carrier detached from the its position and began spinning out of control like a large shuriken. The blade split one of the burning destroyer escorts in half causing a much larger explosion as the magazines and ammo storages took a direct hit.

"Help! My leg is stuck I can't swim!" one shouted as he was thrown off his boat when the destroyer explodes. A shrapnel impaled his leg. His comrades tried to help him but he failed to at least float and eventually drowned.

BOOM!

One of the Allied Battleships explodes and began to capsize. The boats were immediately lowered but the sailors were panicking and pushing one another over board. Some were unfortunate to be pushed beside the rising propeller and their bodies suddenly turned into thin air; their guts and blood sprayed the blue ocean.

In just a span of fifteen minutes the entire Allied third fleet, known for being one of the most strongest military forces in modern naval warfare history, that is patrolling the Pacific Ocean was obliterated by the Order of the Sword.

Two hundred kilometres above the destroyed fleet, the dark Angel could here the horrors of the aftermath. She could make out the faint screams, pleads, and anguished pain and suffering. She clutched her black lance tighter in her grip and forced herself not to let her emotions let out from the company she was in.

Beside her was non other than the 'great delusional bastard' that ever existed on the face of the Earth. He was on his own 'angelic' form, a humanoid bee looking insect that tends to suit him very well. around her was a army of knights, most were the formidable Bianco Angelos and a small group of the elite Alto Angelos. These were the kind handpicked by Sanctus before to serve as his elite bodyguards.

Agnus has his arms crossed across his chest and the circular aura like crown behind him began to glow proudly. Maria could help but feel angered inside. It was fortunate that her armour has a face mask and very much concealed in this state otherwise her cover would have been blown right away.

"Come, with their force destroyed we shall gain victory in this ocean and soon the Order will rise again!"

The knights raised their swords in truimped and Maria simply put her lance back behind her. she has to act like a mind controlled slave and she remained silent even as they head towards their next destination:

Midway Island, the main supply base of the Allied navy in the pacific, destroying the base will greatly hamper the Allied supply lines in the entire pacific region and also splitting the Allied naval force into two.

Though the Navy doesn't really concern Agnus' plans, but weakening the Allies will make following attacks much easier as long as Dante and his team does not interfere. If everything goes well, the Allies were going to be in position back then when the war started.

Maria's mind is occupied right now, she wishes the Allied navy will send help or at least fortify Midway to force Agnus into a retreat. She went back towards the past events that lead her to where she is right now.

Six Days Earlier

August 19

Allied Supply Base

Outskirts of Lisbon, Portugal

Maria stares blankly at the mirror of front of her. Her embarrassment was still evident regarding what happened yesterday. Though everyone was (Somehow) okay with it (Surprised in fact, Lady was shocked, Vergil was unimpressed by could clearly tell he was either shocked or disappointed.), however that one person found it rather disturbing, Nero.

Her mind flashed back on the moment Kyrie whispered what happen between her and Maria to the young demon hunter. His face was all white and his mouth began stuttering like Agnus.

She was also there as well and could not forget the cold deathly glare Nero threw at her. it was different at when she destroyed the Red Queen.

"So, you did it with Kyrie. Why?" Nero asked coldly at her. she never felt so embarrassed before. Kyrie was simply sitting on the edge of the bed looking down with red shades on her face.

"I... I..." Maria cannot come up with the words she needs to express but none came out. she simply clasped her hands together and avoided every glimpse of Nero.

Nero however keep his glaring visions at the clone. It was good thing they were back at the couple's quarters now. And the very first time Maria was in the outside world. And the pleasantries were not warm for her.

"Answer me!" he demanded. Kyrie immediately look up to him.

"Nero."

"Kyrie, I don't know why, but this 'thing'! is making you do things you don't normally do! Let alone this" he emphasize the 'thing' as Maria. The clone is now even more dejected than before.

As the couple began to argue, Maria simply kneel in front of Nero and let her words and tears speak out.

"I'm sorry! I'm sorry! I just want to get these off my mind. The memories, the feelings, unknown emotions, YOU!" she looked at Nero when she spoke 'you'. "I wanted to see, feel, touch the sensations that was lingering in my mind since I first woke up in the lab. those vivid, yet distant memories of you and big sister. Touching, kissing, hugging, having fun. All of it! so I tried it to do such naughty things to big sis instead of you because I know I'm not big sister! I'm not Kyrie so I cannot do it with you!

She bowed down again "I'm sorry, please, I'm sorry!" her tears and snobs become louder now.

Nero and Kyrie looked at her before the latter went to the clone side and hugged her. Maria hugged her with all might.

"Well, Nero?" Kyrie began "What is done is done"

Nero groaned and lean back to his chair with a frustrated sigh, Maria also used the same strategy as Kyrie in order to turn the tables against him. act all cute and such, of course Nero would not hurt or scold a girl in this state and besides Maria is still what considered as a girl. These emotions that she cannot understand, it must be hard on her and doing it with Kyrie, she thought that she might understand it somehow.

"Fine, alright, alright! Kyrie I believe that you are the one that can help her understand herself."

Kyrie doesn't need Nero's request and she nodded "Yeah okay. And promise no more of that stuff" she visibly shudders.

Maria looked up with her puffy cute eyes and Nero felt uncomfortable suddenly and blushed.

"Thank you so much!" at that she lunges at Nero and squeeze the life out of him. "I promise I won't thank you! thank you!" she almost squealed like a girl and Kyrie couldn't help but gave a small smile.

"Okay! Everyone hug Nero!" she said before hugging both Maria and Nero

"Hgkk! Kyrie... Maria... stop... can't breath... okay.. okay..." he weezed out the breath out of him as the hugs of both girls ever get tighter and tighter until they both let go. The two gave a giggle before leaving the room.

"Where are you two going?"

"To eat. I'm hungry..." Maria said before leaving the room.

"Be right back" Kyrie winked at him and Nero was alone now.

He flopped to the bed and groaned with a sigh "Why me?"

A knock on the door made her crash back to reality and looked at the door.

"They are ready for you" the woman behind the door said.

"Okay I will be there" she stood up and headed towards the door. She opened it to reveal the outside world. She squinted her eyes as the sun bears down on her eyes, she lets it adjust for a second before opening it again. The view she saw was way beyond she expected.

A moment ago this base was all but deserted but now, the scene was as if the base was recently destroyed by something powerful, like the twin sons of Sparda. She was awed on how wonderful the artwork the Allies did in order to fool the Order and to let her begin her undercover mission.

Maria was lead by a team of scientist to a makeshift tent on the far side of the base. The area was really deserted except by a few soldiers from the Portugese Army helping setting up along with Dante and Lady.. Kyrie was already waiting at the tent. She greated her with a bright smile, then her eyes immediately grew concern.

"Okay, lay down please." The doctor said and the clone obeyed. A drug was injected into her and soon she felt numb on the back of her neck. She held Kyrie's hand tight to send her a message that she is somewhat scared. Kyrie just laugh and said

"I'm scared too"

"No need to be afraid. This will be a snitch. So how are you Maria?" the doctor asked starting a conversation to keep her casual as she works on her job. She began cutting out a part of her skin in the back that caused blood to flow out a little, thanks to the drug and Maria's physical aspect, the wound began to heal already.

"Uh, I'm fine doctor, first time to got out and see the world! Though I really did not expect it to be this bad." She said as she squeeze her 'sister's' hand.

"Come on it's not as bad as it looks" the doctor said as she grabbed the small device and began placing it beneath the layers of flesh that she cut. Maria's healing powers began to rebuild the damage tissue and flesh quickly and soon the metallic device that was place was consumed and now out of sight.

"Yeah, with you, we can end this conflict sooner you know. We just have to fight harder" Kyrie cheered her up. the songstress clearly saw the anguish look on her clone's face as the doctor planted the device on her nape.

"All righty we are finish! See? Told you its over already!" the doctor looked at her and smiled. Maria smiled rather weakly yet embarrassed for very unknown reasons. She then looked at Kyrie and said "I will call the General and the others please wait here" she then took her leave.

When they are alone in the tent, Maria tried to sat up but felt dizzy all of the sudden. Kyrie assisted her to sit up from the bed.

"Whoa easy..."

"Haha... concern much sister?"

"kinda..." Kyrie looked away

"Hey." Maria took her hands to hers.

"Just be careful okay?" her words contained the most sincerest concern Maria could ever hear in her lifetime. And it was coming from her very own 'sister' that she so much adore and looked up to.

The clone gave a soft yet genuine smile, Kyrie find it rather intriguing and odd to see the very signature smile she gives to reassure her loved ones being used at her. nevertheless she was okay with it and smiled back. then out of surprise the clone gave her a quick bear hug.

"Don't worry big sister. I will be back. I promise." Tears began to fall again in her eyes.

Kyrie wiped them off and said "Oh come on, don't make me cry now. You don't want your big sister to cry now" she laughed it off to prevent the said tears from coming out.

"I will kick the arses of those Order fools! Before you know it, we are going to drop the hammer on their air filled heads!"

"Yes we do!"

They shared a laugh for a moment before Maria said something.

"When this is over..." she took a pause to make Kyrie look at her. "... Can I be your official big sister?"

Kyrie was slightly taken aback, there was no joke nor kidding on what the clone said. sure Maria said that way often due to her personality but this is the first of many word Maria will say if she is really sincere. Knowing those tone, voice and words very well, she felt her heart warmed up towards her clone. Odd feeling at first to see someone modelled after you, but spending time with them albeit short you begin developing unbreakable bonds with them.

Besides, the fate of Maria after the war will be not worthy of her based on Kyrie's point of view. Clone she may be, weapon she may be, but she has life and she must learn to live it, not consider being a tool to be discard when done. Also for Maria, Kyrie is the only 'family' she has as of now.

Kyrie smiled "It's been a while since I got a sibling by my side."

Maria raised a brow "You mean Credo?"

"Yes..." a deep breath "But you know, why not. I always wanted to have a sister"

Maria squealed with joy and hugged her again. "Really? Wow okay! Yay! I got a sis! I got a sister for real!"

Kyrie simply hugged back tenderly and made sure she will experience the feeling of having a real sibling at her side.

After a long while of chatting and telling stories of their adventures, and teaching how to behave like her to Maria, Jack arrived along with the rest of the Devil May Cry crew. The general gave a smile at the two.

"Seems that you are getting along very well" he quipped

"Uh, yeah!" Maria said but never explained why. Instead she stood up with her hand behind clasped in front of her. "So, we are ready?"

"Yeah, the set is ready and it's showtime!" Dante said, he looked like he had a good workout. his shirt was soaked with his sweat and he was slightly panting.

Lady pointed her thumb at him "Mr. Red here trashed those jeeps pretty well. guess he hates those contraptions."

"Not really, well you guys said to trash the place so yeah."

Trish chirped in "think that the Order will buy this?"

"I hope so Trish. Well we it convincing as best we can so I'll take my chances. The implant on Maria worked, the satellites will be able to locate her anywhere in the world even in areas that has strong demonic energy barrier. Vergil infused the device with strong energy emitter that has demonic properties, so yeah."

"Verge really knows how to tamper and take a dive into things" Dante said.

"At least he is thinking way ahead of you. you however are diving whatever" Trish remarked him.

"Hey at least I came out top ya know! Even the kid knows..." he looked around "Hey, where's Nero?"

"He went back to base to help Vergil forge the Red Queen."

At the mention of the weapon, Maria face looked dejected "I'm sorry for that"

"It's okay, shit happens missy. Besides, Nero's probably going to make a new one for us to break."

"That's harsh" Kyrie suddenly said.

"Right."

Jack pulled out the radio and said "Alright guys show time, evacuate the area. Radar picked up the Order's patrol on its way here. Good luck Maria."

She saluted "Thank you sir."

Everyone hurried to their vehicles and before Kyrie could climbed on, Maria handed her lightsaber and gave one last hug. "Keep it safe for me"

"You got it." took the saber in her hand and hopped on the humvee. Maria watched them go with a big wave.

When they are out of sight, she looked at the direction of the incoming patrol. The patrol might be miles away yet but she can sense the power emitting from them. She gave a devilish smirk and turned into her Angel form. The black armor shined menacingly in the sun, her eyes glowed bright blue and drew out her sword and shield.

"Showtime!"

Allied Atlantic Command Outpost

Lisbon, Portugal

Nero watching the clanking and the sheer hot metal being forged in his very eyes, the son of Sparda was focused on the hammering of the sharp steel into perfection. He need little tools, only what is necessary for he believed that blacksmithing a weapon is worth the time and effort just as mastering them. Besides, Sparda also made the Yamato and Rebellion in a similar fashion.

The only thing he needed was a copy of the Red Queen but seeing the old one was in pieces, he needed a complete diagram or blue print to make it. Nero stepped in, he accessed the Allied computers to just to check his email address. Vergil was surprise as Nero would simply keep the diagram of one of the unique weapons to mankind in simple email account. He responded that his email was the last place to look. They will look far and wide, but as long as you're close to them, they will never bother looking beneath their noses.

With the help of Allied technicians, Nero converted the diagram into a real blueprint and used the laser 3D projector to print out a hardcopy of the sword. He was amazed on how the laser craved the plastic into the shape of his prized possession. With a copy in hand, Vergil inspected it before breaking down the piece to study and analyze any flaws from the design.

Finding it none, he began blacksmithing the pieces together one by one.

They were busy making the metal parts when Jack and the others arrived. They have to stop working and walked towards the small command room. Their was emblem on the screen that says Taskforce: Angel

Taskforce Angel is a small team handpicked by General Darby to participate and help Maria in her undercover mission. They will intercept, decode message sent by Maria and send coded message to her via microchip in her nape. They are sworn to secrecy and the only known for their existence is the UN.

Jack was already in his position so does the other staffs monitoring the cameras places around the site. The screen showed several camera angles of the destroyed base. Maria was already waiting in her angel form in the middle of wreckage.

Dante and the others stood behind watching the scene unfold like some sort of television drama.

"Alright showtime!" Jack began as soon as they got the visual of the Order's patrols. Everyone watched anxiously as scenes began to unfold.

Maria stood patiently for a decent half an hour, as soon as the others left she began briskly walking around the base, twirling her sword in her hand and humming random songs. out of boredom of waiting, she began to stab several mannequins on the ground, pretending that they are the Order knights.

"Take that!" she said she stab a down mannequin in the chest. the black blade pierced the plastic frame and cracks began to form.

After a while she hopped and sat down on top of the derelict tank. It's rear was smoking to stimulate as if was on fire. She was still humming random tunes with her hand resting up on her chin. Her metallic boots tapping the tank's hull in rhythm to the beat of her music, and her head began to bob slowly as her humming began louder. She was almost lost on her own world until she realized that she was being watched by Allied cameras and quickly got off the tank with a word.

"Sorry guys." She said to no one, hoping the cameras will also hear out her words towards back to base.

"okay..." she took a deep breath and closed her masked once more as she saw the incoming patrols preparing to land across from her. She stood valiantly as she stared at the shinning knights as they landed across from her.

"So, this is what you look like. I can't wait to stain those shining babies with your OWN BLOOD!" she muttered under breath and quickly put up a blank and empty aura just like Kyrie used to back at Fortuna.

"Who are you?" The Alto Angelo said, his sword was up and his companions were ready for battle.

"I am the saint sent to save humanity and pledge to serve lord Agnus." She said with a bow. She was hoping she got the word right to convince these idiot knights.

The Alto Angelo was surprise and murmurs began to voice up among his men. He quickly silence them, and then turned towards the dark angel. "Are you the one who made this carnage?"

"Yes, sir. The Allied dogs have paid their price for their lack of vision. They will never understand the goals the Order have established." Good thing for Maria to remember ALL of the goals the Order of the Sword has as it was taught by Nero and Kyrie to her in a short amount of time. Because the next conversation is the Alto Angelo having her recite passages from the Order's creed, which she successfully recited.

"Lord Agnus, We have found our saint once again" The Alto Angelo called his superior.

"What? T-that is very good commander! Bring her home now! Hurry b-b-before the A-a-allies finds out!" Agnus replied.

The knight then turned towards Maria and gave a respectful bow. "Forgive me for doubting you my lady. Lord Agnus wishes you're safety, we will escort you back home." At that his squad saluted in respect.

Maria couldn't ever be happier to see all the snakes in one den. "Thank you commander" her mind then suddenly said 'Because of that, you are the FIRST to die!'

The knights formed a protective circle around her and they took to the skies and away from Allied lines and towards the seas. Completely unaware that the carnage was just a show to convince them that they had a fighting chance, they are wrong.

"They took the bait. They are on the air." Dante mused "Impressive."

"Sir, tracker is working perfectly" the technician said as he tracked Maria on his monitor.

"Sir we got a visual from our drone, more knights are converging on Maria's position." Another technician said.

"Sounds like they are welcoming her like some sort of hero." Lady remarked.

"A long shot, but I liked the plan; so, what now." Trish wondered.

Jack looked at them "We wait."

Kyrie stared at the monitor clasping her hands and silently praying for Maria's safety. Nero and Vergil kept silent and simply stared at the monitor; the camera is showing Maria flying along with a large number of knights. There is no turning back now.