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[Ddraig talking]

[Ddraig thinking]

{Albion talking}

{Albion thinking}

|Tiamat talking|

|Tiamat thinking|

(Mastema talking)

(Mastema thinking)

Mental Communication

"Regular Dialogue"

Attacks/Spells

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It had been a while since she had been here. Five hundred years had passed within the blink of her eye and Ophis had found herself walking this place again. Ophis walked or did she even walk at all. Where she was was a location that could not be put into descriptive terms as they would not do the place any justice. There was no such thing as time nor was there a thing as space yet Ophis felt as if she had walked for a million miles without stop but she would never be one hundred percent sure. It had been eons since she had been here, a place where the concept of distance did not exist.

She sensed two massive overwhelming powers greater than her own, even at her prime but she didn't feel any fear. Ophis felt only a warm feeling that she felt she was no longer capable of feeling. Nostalgia and longing. After all, these two signatures were related to her in a way. After what felt like an eternity but in reality could have been three seconds or three decillion years, she happened upon two people sitting and playing chess with each other.

"Regalzeva to E-5," the woman said. The woman in question wasn't a woman at all. She merely took the form of one. She had pink hair with small hair tufts. Her hair was long, reaching down to her waist. She wore white robes that glittered with stars and galaxies slowly moving around. Her eyes were pits that contained a transcendence that surpassed time, space, and the totality of everything. Eyes possessed by a being of supreme power.

"Moving him early? You aren't intending on ending this game quickly are you, Infinity?" the man asked. His appearance was different from the woman. Like her, he wasn't a man at all but merely assumed the form of one. He had shaggy white hair that blew in a nonexistent wind. He wore a white shirt with a black and blue long coat. Like his female counterpart, his coat was decorated like the night sky with galaxies and stars moving around. His eyes were pits that contained a transcendence that surpassed space and time, as well as totality. These eyes possessed supreme power.

"Now, now, Eternity," Infinity said, her eyes shifting color. "I was merely moving him into place…"

Her smile unnerved Ophis extremely. To toy with an entire universe for her own amusement, it was something Ophis had never done as she found it pointless but with the ease and nonchalant attitude she had with it, it bothered her. Perhaps it was just the side she gained from spending so much time with humans that altered her view.

"Hmm… I guess I'll move Resetoras then," Eternity said, moving a piece that resembled a middle-aged man with a white beard.

"Elder Brother, Elder Sister," Ophis said, catching their attention. Eternity turned to face her and sent her a relatively warm smile while Ophis found herself being crushed in a tight hug by Infinity.

"Oh, Ophis-chan! You haven't visited in so long!" Infinity said, rubbing her cheeks against the Primordial Dragon God of Chaos and Infinity.

"Ophis, what is it?" Eternity said, looking over the universe they were currently toying with.

"I need to speak to Elder Sister Nihil," she said, pulling away from Infinity after putting in a significant amount of effort.

"Nihil? Oh, she's still sleeping you know. She's not slated to wake up for the next several…," Infinity said, glancing at her counterpart.

"Three hours. She'll be awake in eight hours," he said.

"I guess I'll wait," Ophis said.

"Wanna watch us play? There's this world we've been playing with for the past three hundred years. The inhabitants call it Evie x Etoulde," Infinity said.

"Sure," Ophis said. She had nothing better to do than wait after all. Wait for a sister that had been asleep for nearly 500 years to finally awaken once more.

Japanese Blacklight Headquarters, Kegon Falls, Japan, August 3, 2020, 11:20 AM, Current Time: 2 Minutes and 55 Seconds Til Midnight

"Another assignment finished," Issei said as he walked down the hall. Irina smiled as the two made their way to Taki's office. Rikka walked silently in front of them with her katana strapped to her waist. Mitsuki kept her eyes glued to her screen as she read over several files that pertained to their mission.

What was the mission? A few hours earlier, the four were dispatched by Taki to investigate a possible location of demonic activity. Unfortunately, the demonic activity that was detected was nothing more than a few stray devils. They easily dispatched the stray devils that were occupying the area before a peerage had arrived to eliminate them. The mission left them dissatisfied, hoping to find a lead as to where the devils that Beelzebub released went as well as a possible identity to the new threat that he had whispered to Issei.

Ha-Satan

"We're here," Rikka said, opening the door. The four walked in to see Taki sitting behind his desk going over several documents. Several holographic screens were open in front of him as the old man worked with a speed and efficiency that Issei had never seen in any other leader. Most leaders that Issei had met tended to be lazy or a pervert or both.

"Old man," Rikka said, catching his attention. Taki looked up and smiled, placing his reports down. He moved his hand, sending all of his screens to the side to allow him to get a better view of them.

"Report," Taki said.

"We didn't find any traces of demons we were looking for in the area, only stray devils from the local peerage that resided there. With that, we decided to eliminate them after we thoroughly interrogated the two to see if they have seen any strange activity at all happening within the area," Rikka said, beginning her report.

"And did they find anything?" Taki asked.

"No. They weren't even aware of what we were talking about. Well, one of them wasn't. The other one had lost themselves to their animalistic instincts and was incapable of giving us an answer that we desired," Rikka said.

"I see," Taki said.

"Taki-sama, if I may," Irina said.

"What is it?" Taki said.

"I believe that we should work with DxD in order to gain more information. I'm not doubting Blacklight's ability to gather information, it's just…," she was cut off as Taki spoke.

"I understand what you mean, however, I will have to confer this to the other members. Without a doubt, Cornelius would approve of this plan but I need to see what the other members see of this," Taki said.

"What about Ha-Satan? Do we have any information about at least?" Mitsuki asked.

"No… not yet at least. For now, all we know is that this Ha-Satan seems to be the one pulling the strings behind everything," Taki said. "For now, go back and attend school. I'll come back to you with what the other members will say after we meet in a few days. Oh, if DxD assigns you any missions, treat it as a mission assigned by me and give me any information gained on said missions."

"Yes sir!" they said.

The four began to leave the room when Taki called out to Issei.

"Issei, stay for a moment please," Issei said.

Irina and Issei paused for a moment before Issei whispered something in her ear and she nodded. Irina left with Mitsuki and Rikka while Issei stayed behind.

"Issei, about your deal," Taki said.

"I'm fine Old Man. I've had a few months to come to terms with this," Issei said.

"Just know that your friends and those three won't stop until you're free from your deal," he said. "We won't stop either."

"Thanks… but that deal seemed pretty concrete," Issei said.

"While it is true that there has never been a demonic deal that has never been broken, that won't stop us from trying," Taki said. "Just remember that we're here for you, Issei."

"Thanks, Old Man," Issei said.

"How many people know?" Issei asked.

"Just Irina, Rikka, and Mitsuki," Issei said.

"I see. Well, I'll contact Dantalion to learn more about deals as well as to contact some other experts on how these things work. Just know that we haven't had to deal with an actual demonic bargain since… before the Great War so information on them might be a little scarce on our side. You might want to speak to someone in the Underworld like one of the Maou or an older devil," Taki said.

"Thanks, Old Man," Issei said.

"No problem. Be careful out there, Issei. This may be the start of a war," Taki said.

Issei nodded and left the room. He was met with the stares of teammates which he ignored as he kept walking. The three looked at each other before running after him.

"What did the old man want to talk to you about?" Rikka asked.

"Oh… just some stuff concerning future missions and our role within DxD," Issei said.

"Did he say anything about your deal?" Irina asked.

"He said that he would contact Dantalion and see if she knows anything. He also said talk to some of the older devils which I won't do since I want to keep this on the down low. I don't want anyone to find out just in case I can't stop it," Issei said.

"Issei, stop talking like that. We'll definitely find a way to break this deal," Irina said.

"Irina's right Aniki. We'll find a way to break this deal," Mitsuki said.

"Let's not focus on that for now. We need to report to the Underworld. Sirzechs-nii contacted us before we got back that there would be a meeting between the Celestial Council for the first time ever," Issei said.

"I thought the meeting location was at Mount Everest?" Mitsuki said.

"It was but the Council Building is behind schedule so it won't be finished for another six months," Rikka said. "That being said, when are we inviting Bova into the group?"

"Why Bova specifically?" Issei asked.

"He helped us with this and I feel like he deserves to know. Plus, wouldn't it be nice to have someone close to a Dragon King as an ally?" Rikka asked, slightly fidgeting with her hair.

|Oi… this brat. I'm a Dragon King too!| Tiamat piped up inside Issei.

[Calm down dear. She didn't mean it] Ddraig said.

"It would be… as well as give us sway and information within the Dragon Community," Issei said.

"Do you want me to contact Bova?" Irina asked.

"No, I'll go and get Bova myself but I'll do it sometime later. Right now, we need to get to that meeting," Issei said.

Ars Nova

Sirzechs pinched the bridge of his nose as the deities in front of him argued like a bunch of school children. Next to him, Serafall had long since dozed off while Ajuka was busy tinkering with his tools. Falbium was surprisingly paying attention as he gave Sirzechs a glance. Sirzechs nodded and flared his aura, quieting the room down. The gods stopped their blabbering and turned to face the Crimson Satan.

"Now! As we were saying, we were proposing making DxD the main combat task force for this. Even with Beelzebub gone, we still need to hunt down all the rogue devils that sided with him on this matter. Let me give you all an example!" Sirzechs said. He projected an all too familiar image. The yellow eyes and black hair sent shivers even down the spines of the most powerful chief deities.

"The Eater of Gods, Naamah. Your faction's greatest assassin," Zeus said, stroking his beard.

"Yes, she is still at large as well as the Devils that call themselves the original Gremory, Sitri, and Phenex. Perhaps there's even more out there that we don't know about," Sirzechs said.

"Sirzechs, if I may," Odin said.

"Yes, Lord Odin," Sirzechs said.

"From my understanding, we have severed the head of the snake yet you act as if there is still a threat we need to deal with. Is there something you are aware of that we are not at the moment?" Odin asked, his eye twinkling.

"I agree with Odin," Shiva said. "What's going on, Sirzechs?"

"The warning that Beelzebub gave us before his death. Issei told it to me and we translated it from Hebrew but basically, it refers to a Devil," Sirzechs said.

"So your pantheon is behind another calamity yet again," Indra said, crossing his arms. "And we're left to clean it up."

The other gods chorused in agreement, all turning to glare at the representatives of the Abrahamic Faiths.

"Yes, how do we know that it isn't another Devil with a grudge against you four or a Devil that was insane enough to unleash a terror that can fight equally with the Dragon Gods," a woman said. She possessed sun-kissed blonde hair that reached down to her waist. Her figure was extremely curvaceous, even more so than Asmodeus, who was considered the second most beautiful female devil. Her skin was free of any blemishes on her skin. Unlike what you would expect when one hears her name, her clothes were rather conservative. She wore a black button-up uniform with a green ribbon as well as a black shoulder cape. The uniform had a black brooch with an emerald embedded into the center. Her caramel brown eyes bore into Sirzechs and made him feel small.

"L- Lady Aphrodite. I can assure you. While they are devils-!"

"We do not associate them with our pantheon," A voice spoke up. The gods turned to see Asmodeus sitting in one of the chairs, lazily sipping tea. Mammon and Belphegor sat next to her.

"Niece, how nice of you to join us," Michael said, smiling at Asmodeus.

"Uncle," Asmodeus said, walking down the row.

Aphrodite watched silently as the three walked past her. She sighed and sat back down in her chair.

"The demon we faced, Beelzebub, was the mastermind behind the mass murders that occurred across the globe in which he sent the resurrected clan heads that died during the Great War. With him gone, we've effectively removed the head from the snake wouldn't you all agree?" Asmodeus asked, crossing her arms.

The gods began to whisper amongst each other before nodding in agreement at her words.

"However, it isn't the end. As Sirzechs said, the fact that Naamah and the others are still at large presents an opportunity for new leadership among them. To claim the title that all Devils recognize as the Supreme Ruler," Asmodeus said.

"Ha-Satan," Parvati said. "Luci-chan's old title."

"A defunct title," Kali said. "Only a member of Ellie's seven eldest is capable of claiming that title like you, Asmodeus."

"I'm flattered that you think I'm able to assume that title but I cannot for I am not the oldest," she said.

Kali's eyes widened at the implications of her words. Her parents also narrowed their eyes as did Ra, Odin, and a few other gods. Michael placed his hand on his chin, already knowing who she referred to.

"The true head of the snake," Kali said, sighing. "If you're right about this, you know that we are in a war against what we, even now, consider the Ultimate Demon."

"I am very aware," Asmodeus said. "Which is why we can't afford to look weak. Right now, from what I see, this council is a disordered front. When the Elder Gods united in the past, the world and human advancement accelerated but now…"

"Are you saying that we are incapable of working together?" one god asked.

"I am," she said. "Judging from how long and what Sirzechs-chan had to do to calm you down."

"Lady Asmodeus, we're getting off track," Sirzechs said.

"My apologies," she said, taking a seat within the Biblical Pantheon's tables.

"As I was saying earlier, I propose to make hunting down Beelzebub's cohorts their top priority," Sirzechs said.

"What of the remaining members of Khaos Brigade that are scattered across the world?" another deity asked.

"We shall keep that as a priority but for now, we need to keep this from escalating into something we can no longer handle," Sirzechs said.

The gods looked at each other, mumbling as they contemplated Sirzechs' proposal. He gulped, feeling nervous. He needed them to accept this proposal or else they could have something far worse than the Evil Dragon War on their hands. He felt a hand on his shoulder and instantly calmed down. He looked to his side and saw his mentor, Mammon, standing next to him.

"Remember what I taught you," she said.

"A calm mind," Sirzechs said, "Is your greatest weapon."

"Good," she said.

"Lord Sirzechs."

He turned to see Aphrodite standing before them. She looked at him with dull eyes that had been worn down with years of pain and heartache.

"We accept and are placing our full support with your idea. Father and Sister Athena have offered a proposition that Artemis be allowed to lead a squadron of our own choosing with DxD as to cement our pantheon's contribution to the Anti-Terror Organization," Aphrodite said.

Sirzechs blinked and nodded gratefully. "We humbly and graciously accept your terms."

"Don't thank us," Zeus said. "We're doing this because it's the right thing to do and besides, if a war happens, I'll have less time to sample all the beauties of the world- OW!"

Zeus turned to see Aphrodite holding a frying pan. She glared at her father, causing him to shut up.

"I am very sorry for my father's degenerate comments, Sirzechs," Aphrodite said.

"It's fine Milady," he replied.

"Sirzechs, we, the Hindu Pantheon, place our support behind you," Shiva said, "As we did during the Evil Dragon War."

"Don't mistake this as a handout, bat," Indra said.

"Ara, little Indra, don't be rude," Parvati said, smiling.

"As my mother and father said, we shall support you. I, myself, shall become a part of DxD," Kali said, causing Sirzechs to smile.

"We, the Egyptian Pantheon, also place our support," Ra said.

"As does the Norse. Issei still owes me a couple of panties. We can't have that if there's an outbreak of war going on," Odin said, snickering. His wife, Frigga, sighed and pinched the bridge of her nose in exasperation.

One by one, more and more pantheons agreed until it was an overwhelming majority vote with only fifteen pantheons not agreeing to Sirzechs's terms.

"Lord Rudianos, you didn't agree?" Sirzechs said.

Rudianos was a man who wore black and white robes. His right arm was wrapped in bandages and his right eye was covered by bandages. In his left hand, he had a cane and sported an x shaped scar on his chin.

"I believe that this is pointless. What would the point be in going to war with the combined might of the world's gods," Rudianos said.

"We don't know. They haven't made any moves yet. No amount of scrying, sensor magic, or clairvoyance from any pantheon has located them so either they're biding their time or they're not planning to attack at all though I'm doubtful at the possibility of the latter being a choice of action for them," Ajuka said.

"What's your point?" Rudianos asked.

"My point is that they can strike anytime they want and we won't even know it. They're a hidden enemy that we need to be constantly be prepared for. You're a God of War, you should know that this is a basic tactic to do against a hidden enemy," Ajuka said.

"We can also lure them out. Think, what could they possibly be after?" Athena pointed out.

"Until we can figure out a motive, we can't make any moves. Why did Beelzebub release the demons?" Odin asked.

"We don't know," Michael said. "We are just as much in the dark as the rest of you. We haven't had any new information other than that warning Issei gave us from Beelzebub about a new Ha-Satan."

"Any progress on that by the way?" Shiva asked. "I thought if anyone would be the new Ha-Satan, it would be Asmodeus-chan."

"Ehh? Me? No, no, I'd rather not. I'm retired," Asmodeus said, rubbing the back of her head.

"Can we get back to the topic at hand?" Aphrodite said.

"Of course. Would anyone like to bring anything up relating to today's topic?" Sirzechs asked.

"No, I believe that we have nothing else to say on this matter Little Sirzechs," Parvati said, calmly sipping her tea.

"We have nothing more to say on this matter as well," Odin said.

"I do," Zeus said.

"Yes, Lord Zeus," Sirzechs said.

"I'd like to have Artemis's squadron stationed around Olympus if you don't mind," Zeus said.

"And your reasoning for that is?" Ra chirped.

"I just have a bad feeling about something and I'd feel better if she was on Olympus so she can be deployed at a moment's notice. If the rest of you recall, my pantheon is where the international prison of Cocytus is located," Zeus said.

"Hmm, I can see how that's a problem considering all the high-profile criminals we kept locked down there. Kokabiel, Kronos, Samael," Ra said.

"Anyone opposed to this?" Sirzechs asked.

No one raised their hand. Zeus had made a sound point. Keeping a prison where the world's most dangerous supernatural criminals safe was a good point to bring up. If all the criminals were released from Cocytus, they would have global chaos on their hands and the fragile barrier between humans and the supernatural would be shattered as the prisoners would rampage and riot across the entire planet. This is of course, ignoring the damage that they could inflict on the supernatural world as well.

"Motion carried," Sirzechs said.

"Is that all?" Aphrodite asked.

"Yes, I believe that that is all unless if someone wants to say something," Sirzechs said.

No one uttered a word, wanting to return to their respective pantheons as soon as possible. Sirzechs nodded and the Gods began to teleport away one by one until there was no one left except for the Hindu Goddess of Destruction. Kali sat in her seat, calmly sipping her tea.

"Kali-sama, are you waiting for someone?" Sirzechs asked.

"Yes, I'm waiting for Issei," she said. As if on cue, Issei, Mitsuki, Irina, and Rikka burst through the door, panting.

"Are we late?" Issei asked.

"You're more than late," Kali said, glancing over her shoulder.

"It's done?" Mitsuki asked. Kali smiled a little and nodded.

"Sorry we're late, Sirzechs-sama! Michael-sama!" Irina said.

"It's far alright. We'll go over what happened during the meeting with you," Michael said.

"Why did something interesting happen?" Rikka asked, standing straight.

"Yes," Asmodeus said. "Something did… sit."

The group looked at each other before they all sat down. Kali remained standing, watching them before returning her attention back to the front of the room.

"We've sort of done a bit of shuffling around with DxD," Ajuka said. "For starters, we have new members and new cells within the group. Lady Kali, here, will be the leader of such a group as well as Lady Artemis of the Greco-Roman Pantheon."

"Really? That's wonderful!" Irina said. "We could use all the help right now. WIth Artemis-sama's tracking skills, we'll be able to locate the demons in no time."

"It's not that easy," Belphegor said, finally glancing from his phone. "They're suppressing their energies so that they feel and appear human to the senses of a supernatural being and using some sort of cloaking magic to keep themselves from being detected. On top of that, I've noted that they're using some sort of odd method for transportation that's not teleportation but that's all for now."

"How'd you figure that one out?" Azrael asked.

"The sudden disappearance of a very large group of devils very suddenly," Belphegor said.

"Ah," she replied.

"We're getting off track. Issei, I want you and Rias to be ready for a mission. When she and her peerage get back from their scouting trip, please inform them," Sirzechs said.

Issei nodded.

"How about your mission?" Ajuka asked.

"Nothing," Irina said. "Nothing pointing to the presence of devils. We did, however, encounter a few stray devils there but they had no information nor had they noticed anything."

Sirzechs nodded and rubbed his forehead.

"I see," Sirzechs said. "Nearly five months and nothing popped up. It's like they all vanished from the face of existence. Very well, you're dismissed for now."

They nodded and got up to leave the room. As he was about to leave, Issei paused and glanced back at Sirzechs.

"It's fine, Sirzechs-nii. We'll find them," Issei said.

Issei's reassurance caused Sirzechs to smile and nod as he closed the door.

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Ophis was bored. It had been nearly seven hours since Eternity had said that their older sister would awaken and the two had played several games over several possibilities of the Evie Universe they were currently toying with. Infinity, on several occasions, had intentionally suicided some of her best units in order to lull Eternity into a false sense of security before coming around and winning the game. Honestly, if she wasn't in such a hurry, Ophis would've joined in just to relieve her boredom but she was here for something important.

"Oh?" Eternity said as he held his Resetoras piece in his hand. Ophis froze when she felt it. Overwhelming, all-consuming power had washed over the three. The place that had no definition nor substance began to quake. Massive waves of power shook the endless realm. Infinity and Eternity got up and stowed their game board before walking over to where Ophis stood.

The three stared off into the vast endless distance before them as the quakes got stronger. The epicenter could not be determined as the waves seemed to be coming from everywhere and nowhere all at once. The colors of the place rapidly shifted through every possible and impossible color in existence as whatever was causing these quakes began to emit a stronger presence. It was a presence that could only be described as "omnipotent". A being of such power that even the two next to her would be barely able to match this thing in its totality.

"She's taking longer to wake up," Infinity said, playing with her hair.

"Am I now?"

A melodious yet fear-inducing voice echoed throughout the realm. The sounds came from everywhere outside them yet they also heard it in their heads. The featureless space around them began to ripple and quiver as the "ground" seemingly converged into a single spot. The floor suddenly behaved as if it were a gelatinous material, oozing and merging together, shaping into a vaguely humanoid form. A large throne appeared from nothingness as the being who sought it began to take on more defined features.

It was clearly female, judging from the shape it was taking. Its hair began to take on color. A royal violet which belonged only to the supreme ruler. Its eyes were gold, far more so than the metal that man craved so much. She had a slender figure much like Ophis's own. Her chest was far smaller than Infinity's but what she lacked in bust she made up for with her rear. As the body formed, clothes began to appear on her. Her dress was almost impossible to describe due to its alien appearance but from what could be seen, the woman wore a strapless dress with several cutouts that exposed shoulders and chest. The dress's skirt contained four purple wings that surrounded her waist while her arms were covered in long violet gloves with sharp blades located at the top. She had an odd feather-like ornament on decorating her hair. Her shoes were high-heels with a featherlike design and long socks that crossed each other.

Ophis felt fear for the first time since the dawn of everything when the being opened her eyes. In her current state, she was nothing more than a grain of sand beneath her older sister's feet. Her golden eyes focused on Ophis with a sheer intensity that did not match the expression on her face.

"Ophis," the woman said, placing her hand on her chin.

"Elder Sister Nihil," Ophis said, bowing slightly.

"What is it that you want?" Nihil asked, checking her nails for nonexistent dirt.

"I- I wish for your assistance!" Ophis said.

"Oh? For what exactly," Nihil asked, despite knowing the answer. Her eyes were eyes in which the past, present, and future all converged into a singular point. In short, her sister had seen everything that had happened while she was in perpetual slumber. Ophis knew this.

"I feel as if there is something disastrous about to happen on the world that I currently reside in and I require assistance in discovering the threat and subduing it if necessary," Ophis said.

"Is it the Trihexa guy?" Infinity asked.

"No, he's sealed but I feel as if he is a part of this," Ophis said.

Nihil closed her eyes and sighed. She stood and walked in front of Ophis before opening her palm. In her hand, a swirl of light appeared before a universe manifested in the palm of her hand. Ophis knew what world she held in her hands. It was the world that she had come to love so dearly. The world that her brother had loved dearly.

"You want my assistance saving this world? Remind me, Ophis? Why should I care? The only reason I cared for that world is that Yahweh loved it so. Now, that he's... incapacitated, that world has sunk back into its previous state. An insignificant momentary speck of dust," Nihil said as she stared at the universe in her palm with slightly longing eyes.

"It's because our brother loved that world that you should do something!" Ophis argued.

"I don't see your point. If they're starting another war, then why should we care? Their lives are merely an eyeblink for us," Nihil said.

"Because my friends live there! Everyone I've grown fond of lives there and… I fear that there might be more to this," Ophis said.

"More to this how?" Nihil asked.

"She's right," Eternity said. "That world is getting harder and harder to view even if I access the time stream. Its future is murky to the point where I can't determine what will happen within the next second."

"That is cause for concern," Infinity said. "Wouldn't you agree, Elder Sister?"

Nihil remained silent while Ophis mentally thanked her brother and sister for their assistance. After possibly what could have been a few seconds or even a few hours, Nihil finally spoke.

"Fine, but know that I will not get involved unless it is required. Whatever this world's problem is is theirs and theirs alone and since you and Red reside there, it's your problem by extension," Nihil said.

"I see so this is the best I'll get?" Ophis asked.

"Yes," Nihil said.

"So what do I do?" Ophis asked.

"Regain your full power," Nihil said. She snapped her fingers and the universe rippled before an image of a girl nearly identical to Ophis in appearance appeared within the bubble.

"Lilith," Ophis said.

"Absorb her back into yourself," Nihil said.

"...," Ophis remained silent at her older sister's words. She would be lying to herself if she said she hadn't grown attached to her Shard. A Shard that was created from her expelling her power.

"I sense your apprehension about this," Nihil said.

"Of course she feels nervous! This girl is practically her daughter if you think about it!" Infinity argued.

Nihil ignored her and continued to stare at Ophis.

"I'll do it but… is there another way?" Ophis asked.

"Hmmm, seek him out," Nihil said.

"Him?"

"You know who," Nihil said.

Ophis was confused by nodded, nonetheless.

"Now go. I've helped you as much as I can for now. Go figure the rest out yourself," Nihil said.

"Very well," Ophis said. She turned to leave but paused. "It was nice speaking to you once more Elder Sister."

"It has, Little Phis," Nihil said. Ophis vanished in a dark implosion that rippled the endless realm around her. Nihil walked back and sat on her throne with Infinity and Eternity watching her silently.

"Are you sure that that was good enough?" Eternity asked.

"Yeah, that last hint you gave was a bit vague," Infinity said.

"She'll understand it," Nihil said. "That's all that matters and besides, we will have to interfere in the future… whatever it is that's causing this darkness to cover this universe is getting stronger with each passing second…"

Nihil held the universe in her hand and willed the bubble universes around it to manifest. In the bubble universe of Hell, at its very core, was a small dark speck.

Hong Kong, China

A man with violet hair and yellow eyes walked down the street as people passed him in a hurry. The pedestrians were all rushing to get to their jobs or get to meetings with friends. The man walked down a busy walkway, passing by shops filled with popular consumer items as teenagers and other people looked at them through windows while some walked into the store as others came out holding large bags of merchandise.

He arrived at a small eatery located at the end of the street that was known for its noodles. He sat down and called for the waitress.

"I'll have some Misua," he ordered. The waitress nodded and wrote down his order before heading inside.

"Leviathan," a voice inside his head spoke. He smiled.

"Elder Sister," Leviathan said as the woman came back with his bowl. He thanked her and picked up his chopsticks.

"Leviathan, I think it's time we made our presence known… let them know that we're here," Lilith said.

"Oh, and what's your plan?" Leviathan said as he ate his meal.

"Destroy the entire Hong Kong peninsula… the annihilation of a major population center… especially one so close to Kuoh will get their attention," Lilith said.

"Really? Hong Kong? I happen to like this place," Leviathan said.

"Do it. Sound the horns of Armageddon," Lilith said.

"Fine," Leviathan said. He picked up his bowl and walked away from the restaurant. His exit was noticed by the manager who called for someone to stop him. Leviathan walked into the middle of the street where he stopped. An oncoming car stopped abruptly, barely halting to a standstill mere inches from him as Leviathan continued to eat his meal.

The driver got out of his car and began to shout at Leviathan in Cantonese. Not that Leviathan cared. His eyes glowed as a massive storm appeared over the entire Hong Kong Peninsula.

"I'm going to miss this city," Leviathan said as he raised his hand. He snapped his fingers and the world knew thunder.

Hello hello! I am back from the break! How are you guys! Ready to jump back in? Sorry if this chapter was a bit short. I meant for it to start the new arc. Anyway, some new faces appeared. Infinity, Eternity, and Nihil. The embodiments of Space, Time, and ?, and are apparently Ophis's older siblings! Lilith has also begun to make her moves after months of silence. This arc will proceed as such with the main focus being on Issei's remaining year as well as the beginning of a war between Lilith and her demons and the rest of the world. Humanity will probably... maybe find out about the Supernatural. Another thing is that you guys will find out more about Lilith's history, as well as Hephaestus! He's back and he'll be better than ever! So I hope you all look forward to this Arc because I am! Anyways, have a great day/night or not, the choice is yours!