4 years later
cold breeze with a foreboding darkness cast upon such is typical of a night in the underworld, it's calming morning breeze now replaced with shrieking wind like a banshee letting out her moaning wails.
A city. Gargantuan in size spanning the distant horizons lay claim to the land, its towers tall as though they were trying to reach the heavens with ornate gothic cathedral like buildings dotted around the great bastion as though the collective wealth and power of all devils was poured into one great city. It was far beyond what a human could perceive as its very nature was coated in the supernatural.
Lilith, that was its name the great capital of the underworld a bustling extravagant mega city home to three of the Satan's and countless barons and lords, it was the culmination of all which the devils represent.
Sat ominously in the very centre of the metropolis a great gothic style castle stood proudly, not an inch of wear was present on its ornate features with elaborate gargoyle like structures depicting horrific beasts of demonic origin littering the high roof opposing all who dared besiege the mighty structure.
Outside noble devils gathered in mass all slowly entering the gargantuan castle.
Once inside they were met with that of a traditional aristocratic home adorned with fine art decorating the dark green walls. All devils present gathered in a large auditorium in which servants quickly guided them to their allotted seats an aura of excitement was buzzing throughout the packed venue.
"Yo yo yo can ya guess who it is!"
An unknown childish voice screamed out yet from the faces of all present it was clear they all knew exactly who this mysterious figure was.
Silence...
Awkward silence...
Disgruntled lords and ladies stirred slightly in their positions with the room now filled to the brim with displeased faces.
"Ah geeeeeez what a buncha Deebie downers"
The noticeably more tame voice appeared on stage of which could only have belonged to the one and only.
"SERAFALL!"
A booming voice screamed.
"If there's one thing I told you not to do and that was to make a fool of yourself can't you listen your 800 years old damn it"
The unseen voice continued to bellow.
"Geez dad I'm just trying to make it more entertaining these sorta things are always so boring I fell asleep at the last one"
Serafall argued back.
"Please for the love of lucifer get on with the actual event"
Her father reasoned with her his voice now sounding more desperate.
"K fine sorry y'all I won't be performing tonight"
A wave of relief swept through the gathering which did not go unnoticed be serafall.
"Hey! You guys are supposed to be sad about that uh anyways sirzechs lucifer everybody"
With that serafall was quickly ushered offstage for which one could assume was the talking to of a lifetime of her father. All parties seemed to be in slightly higher spirits after serafalls performance was cut short.
Suddenly, the atmosphere in the room tensed up as all that could be heard were the sound of heavy boots clattering against the wooden floor. As the room grew more weary a figure revealed itself from the darkness it's red flowing hair a distinct giveaway of the identity of the man, ruler of the underworld Sirzechs Lucifer.
"Haha sorry everyone now shall we get on with the event"
He said in a light hearted tone as his once terrifying presence was now a distant memory.
"Now nobody needs reminding of the tragic past of us devils our numbers have been dwindling for many a centuries however with this"
He hold up a pawn black in colour for which all eyes in the room gravitated towards.
"This has ensured prosperity for the devils the evil pieces they are a sign of maturity in a devils life as they are now ready to combat the world before them, and now great lords and ladies the eight devils of the newest generation who shall now receive their pieces please clap your hands for these rising stars"
Light, bright glowing orbs of light ranging from the most exotic purples to mundane greys and shades of black. Suddenly, eight distinct figures appeared upon the stage all postured with pride and looks distinct of nobility. The figures received thunderous applause which engulfed the auditorium.
"Ajuka if you may"
Sirzechs spoke before quietly returning to his designated seat along with the other satans.
"Yes yes now then let us commence the ceremony"
Ajuka spoke. He was a man looking to be in his early 20s with shaded green hair his peaceful face betrayed his devilish and otherworldly aura.
"As i am sure you are all aware to receive the evil pieces you must first transfer your power into them this shall be done through my invention then you are free to make your speech to the crowd please don't take to long I've got places to be"
Ajuka plainly stated before revealing the machine.
Unsettling. That is all that could be said about the great machine valves tinkered away as gears turned in an endless cycle, streaks of blue and green magic ran throughout the machine, it was something only that of a genius could create.
"Now first up heiress of Sitri... Sona sitri"
Ajuka spoke his monotone voice amused the devil furthest away from the machine as a slight smirk came across his face.
"Oi Lucian wats got u smirking?"
A male voice spoke to him
"Worry not about that zephyrdor just pretend to listen to her"
The now named Lucian responded without a hint of emotion.
"A geez ya pride hurt again or something"
The boy teased.
"Your not worth arguing with your a boy who lost his temper over his food being too hot"
Lucian retorted.
"Huh that shit burnt my mouth off I had to use a fucking phenex tear to get rid of the pain"
Zephyrdor exclaimed.
"Ha you used a phenex tear for that"
A female voice interjected.
"Shut it Eneely or I'll remind everyone of when your dress flew up"
Zephyrdor remarked.
"Trust you to remember that"
Another new voice arrived this time being that of a closed eyes boy.
"Tch shut up all of you I could beat you all up"
He angrily pouted.
"Your more likely to beat yourself up"
Eneely fires back.
"Silence I want to hear this one"
Lucian ordered to which begrudgingly or otherwise all parties retreated to themselves.
"Now Rias Gremory heiress of house Gremory"
Ajuka flatly spoke.
The red haired beauty walked onto the main podium before facing the crowd a smile adorned her face.
"Your planning something aren't you Rias"
Lucian spoke in a calm manner as a smirk adorned his flawless face.
"There's already been some fantastic speeches so i will follow on from those before me"
As she looked towards Sona and seekvaira before turning back to the crowd.
"I want to create a underworld where anyone can become anything if they put their all into it wheather they be high class or low I shall create that underworld and I hope for all of your support"
Rias finished with a smile before returning to her spot in line now holding a briefcase full of her new prized pieces
"What a determined speech now please welcome Latia astaroth of the branch family"
"So that's what you were planning you little Gremory"
Lucian remarked his tone laced with irritation.
"That bitch pisses me of"
Zephyrdor spoke.
"I must say I'm not the biggest fan"
Eneely added.
"Yeh especially considering the fact she could prove troublesome how dare she get in my way"
The closed eyes boys eyes now fully open and seething with anger.
"Calm yourself diodora there is no point getting aggravated now you shall make your point to her after the ceremony away from the public eyes"
Hearing this diodora eyes went back to their usual closed disposition.
"Very well Lucian"
"Next Eneely vassago heiress of vassago"
"Oh my it seems it's my time do wish me luck"
Eneely after receiving her pieces made a small speech on the importance of pure devils and how she would ensure prosperity for the 72 pillars this was followed by diodora speech on high class devils all of which were received well by the crowd.
"Next heir of labolas zephyrdor labolas"
Hearing this the boy smirked before receiving his pieces and approaching the podium.
"I just want to say one thing to you all"
Zephyrdor looked at the crowd before sticking his tongue out at them.
"One day I'll be able to kick the shit out of all of ya you pieces of sh-"
He was immediately cut of only angering the raging misfit of labolas.
"You turn that back on those bastards need to know who there dealing with"
Zephyrdor furiously shouted
"Zephyrdor leave!"
Lucians voice interrupted the boys tantrum the room was now deathly silent.
"Do not make a fool of yourself and your house!"
Zephyrdor hearing this begrudgingly lowers his head.
"Geez fine the bastards deserved it though"
He quietly spoke.
"Well well well who said these events don't have drama"
Ajuka spoke in a dry tone of voice.
"Now then let us all welcome our final devil the greatest of the new generation and next great king of bael Lucian Bael"
For the first time applause could be heard throughout the venue as the excitement to witness the finest of the new generation was to much for some of the old times to handle as they eagerly awaited his speech.
Lucian approached the machine before pressing his hand upon which he would transfer all his power into. Ding! The bell rang as 15 chess pieces lay before him they followed a sleek black design with purple engravings which gave them an ominous and foreboding look. Two however stood out from the rest a single bishop coated in royal silver interlaced with the rest and his mighty queen her size was double that of all others on the board as Golden Arches were engraved upon the fine wood detailing.
"Well would you look at that 2 mutation pieces truly the boy is a prodigy"
Ajuka stared deeply at the pieces interest showing upon his face for the first time today.
Seeing this Lucian smirked once again before placing all pieces within his briefcase and began his march to the podium.
"Greetings lords and ladies I do hope you have all enjoyed yourselves tonight"
Lucian spoke with confidence.
"As I have demonstrated repeatedly I shall once again tell you all"
The crowed ached in excitement.
"I am perfect"
Lucians words caused silence to fill the room as Lucian stood perfectly still with a emotionless face.
"I cannot be beat the new generation whilst powerful will never come close to beating me for I cannot lose"
His comments irked a few of the young devils one being Rias.
"As I look to become head of Bael the greatest and most noble family in the underworld I ensure to you all that I shall do all that I can to ensure our way of life is maintained"
He stated whilst looking towards the four satans all of whom had mixed facial expressions.
"I will ensure the sanctity of high class devil society and I hope we can all work together thank you all"
Lucian wrapped up his speech only for the room to be filled with silence.
Clap!
A single clap was heard only to be followed by many more unroll the whole room was overwhelmed by the support, seeing this Lucian smirked before heading back to his position sparing a glance at Rias on the the way.
"Well there you have it the ceremony is complete let us wish these future devils well in their ventures"
Ajuka simply stated before walking of.
"Oi Oi Oi Lucian why'd ya shout at me!"
Zephyrdor shouted at the black haired boy.
"Quiet you barbarian you ruined the whole ceremony with your declaration"
Eneely interjected her face displayed a disproving look.
"Perhaps you should work on your anger"
Diodora interjected.
"Huh all of ya are getting on my back huh fine whatever!"
Zephyrdor angrily pouted.
They continued their argument before they were joined by the final member of the it group.
"Ah! Latia your speech was truly amazing for your information"
Lucian spoke ignoring zephyrdors outburst.
"Why thank you I must say yours caused quite the ruckus Lucian"
Latia responded.
"I do try my lady I do try perhaps you would like to come back To the bael castle after this gathering ends?"
Hearing this Latia contemplated before smiling.
"Why of course I would lo-"
"Lucian!"
A female voice interjected
Lucian turned to what was revealed to be Rias followed by sona and seekvaira and surprisingly sairaorg. Seeing the four figures the group of 5 postured themselves in a defensive manner as the battle lines had begun to draw.
"Would you like to talk Rias Gremory?"