AN: Well guys here is the next chapter of Road of Domination. I hope you like it.

Now I know that this chapter is a very very late. But to my defence I did have a few problems, some technical, some mental ( I was mentally exhausted and I needed a vacation that sadly is now almost over :(...) So to compensate you all who waited for this story so much I will try to release the next chapter as soon as possible (when I write it of course).

Now before we begin with the next battle I would like to say (eeer write) a few things to those that may be a bit confused.

1) Since there isn't a specific Norse God of War. I decided to put Thor as it, and as I did my research I'm not completely off since Thor is a God of Battle so it is fair game.

2) About Slav's, that will come in next few chapters. To those that still think that devils, angels and fallen are strongest (not including Hindu) you have to remember that those 3 factions are (Angels the most) as strong as much as they have believers or subordinates. And I can't say for sure about my Catholics brothers but for us Orthodox, there is a thing called "Slava" where we celebrate a what you can call a guardian of a Household and there is a lot of Church saints but there is also some Slava's were we celebrate also some old Slavic God's. Best example is Vidovdan (June 28.) And since Slavs are one of the largest group's of people it's not that surprising that they are strong. As you will see, though I won't make them OP.

Well that is all I wanted to say for now. So let's get this chapter started.

Beta: LoveRayX

As the girls took their position, Asuna couldn't help but wonder where her opponent got that sword, that was a very beautiful masterpiece.

"Before we begin... I would like to ask you a question, if that is all right with you?" Asuna spoke making Murayama nod her head.

"Where did you got that beautiful blade? I can tell that it is also very powerful."

"Hmm... oh yeah! Well how I got "Phantom Chaos" is a bit of a long explanation, as there is a side story to it. Though I will tell you after the fight if that is all good with you?" Murayama told making Asuna pout a bit before she nodded and awaited the signal.

Seeing as the combatants were ready, Odin was about to snap his fingers again to start the battle but before he could do that Katase intervene.

"Lord Odin, if it's all right with you, would you allow me and my opponent to also enter this battle? It would be a much better combat than fighting all battle one on one, plus it will show our teamwork also." Katase respectably said making Odin scratch his beard a bit, before nodded his head in affirmative.

"Well spoken child, I will allow this. Göndul who was going to face this girl?" Odin asked prompting Göndul to respond instantly.

"Ingrid my lord, she was chosen as next fighter for our side."

"Hmmm… I see… Well Ingrid, are you up for a challenge?" Odin asked his Valkyr, who was like Arnett. A red hair girl with a supermodel body and large breast, she was also in her Valkyr armor, though unlike Arnett's that showed a lot more skin, Ingrid's was more along the lines of Asuna's, as she also had a body shirt on her that covered her a bit more. Though even with that, Issei could perfectly see her curves that were very impressive.

"Yes, my Lord." Ingrid answered as she took where blades that were similar to Cassie's. While Katase did the same trick to Murayama did, and brought her own sword that was a beautiful saber. The saber looked more like a cavalry blade than an infantry one, with a silver hilt decorated with a diamond at the end while the blade itself was bright orange with a blood red stripes going through the middle and the edges of it.

As soon as Issei saw Katase's blade, he felt a chill going down his spine by the sight of it, turning to his future wife with a raised eyebrow, which in turn got her to giggle a bit before answering him his unspoken question.

"For the trick that both pulled was something that Grayfia showed them, and it's a really easy thing to do love. As for the blades, well "Phantom Chaos" was a gift that Murayama got from Sirzechs knight when we were in the underworld. As for Katase's blade, it's actually her family heirloom. I don't know how they got their hands on it… but it is a very powerful sword and the one that has Dragon Slaying ability which for you love is a very very bad thing." Lucy told him making Issei slowly nod his head and mentally told himself not to piss off Katase, as that blade could easily chop him to pieces.

"O-okay, though what is the name of that blade?" He asked and before Lucy could tell him, Katase beat her to it.

"This little beauty is called Starbreaker and… hehe… Ever since I was little, I wanted to use it, and thanks to Lucy and Grayfia's training, I'm finally able to take this bad boy for a spin." Katase said as she slashed a few times, getting a good feel for it before entering her battle stance with Murayama.

"Hmm… interesting, 2 very interesting legendary weapons in the hands of human girls." Odin said while stroking his beard calmly, while some Gods of Norse were in disbelief that 2 lowly girls could hold such weapons of mass destruction.

"Father, we should confiscate those weapons now! If they get into the wrong hands… all hell would break loose." Thor quickly said.

"I agree with him father, and you know how much I hate to admit it, but Thor is right. We can't let those 2 swords be in the hands of weak humans." Another voice spoke that was from a well-built man with like Thor golden hair and bear.

"Vidar, Thor, as much as it is dangerous to leave those 2 blades at the hands of humans, it is also their possessions. And even if we did take those 2 weapons from them, they will return to their masters regardless so it's pointless my sons." Odin explained making both Thor and Vidar growl a bit.

With that bit of discussion over, Odin finally snapped his fingers, marking the start of the 2 vs 2 battle.

Ingrid and her comrade Asuna began to make their move towards their opponents, and they didn't even dare move, ready to deflect their moves. Swords began to clash each other, which is echoed all around the battle arena.

Issei and his harem were watching closely, fearing for the safety of the Kendo duo, waiting to make a move if death was inevitable whilst the Norse Gods watched casually, though Vidar and Thor had their arms crossed with disbelief.

"If these 2 schoolgirls as so much as use their swords abilities on our 2…" Thor said, immensely wanting to show off his abilities, but only when it was deemed necessary. Vidor however, decided to take a slightly different approach "Thor… I understand your concern but… if they do use its abilities… and we actually see what they are capable of… we could use it against them…"

"Enough of this!" Odin ordered "I will not allow you 2 to interrupt the proceedings. The purpose of these battles is to see if they are worthy of their strength to face the Slavic Gods, and revive Elsha… This was your idea… right Thor?" Odin explained, though with a slight smirk that immediately infuriate Thor.

"Hmph!" Thor growled and turned away from Odin and resumed watching the fight. Issei even began notice that Thor wasn't particularly happy with the arrangement now, even to the point where Thor might've regretted the idea of putting the visitors to the tests of strength.

As the fight slowly progresses, Katase and Murayama began to up their strength slight, and began to parry and counter any attack possible from their Norse opponents. And it seemed to have worked so far, but that was until Asuna noticed a slight flaw, that would put the Kendo duo in at disadvantage.

Asuna nodded her head at the direction of the flaw to Ingrid, and began their counter with some power and might that it forced Murayama and Katase to be pushed back into some distance, causing them to stagger for a quick moment before regaining their strength to continue.

Issei was slightly shocked, and very much concerned. With such power displayed by Arnett from the earlier match, he's now incredibly worried that the Kendo duo might not match up to Asuna and Ingrid's strength and agility.

Lucy, worryingly, can see the shock and worry on Issei's face. She can even see Issei having that urge to step in and end the fight, even more desperate than the previous match, but she had to stop his urge and calm him down.

"Issei, my love, I know you are worried… I know you want to stop this… but we've agreed to this… and we need to be strong for them… And besides… they might pull through this and actually survive this…" She even began to hold his hand, and held it firmly, wanting to channel that hope she has to Issei, which to certain degree worked.

"I… I know… It's just… they are doing this because of me… if they are killed in battle… it would be my fault… but… if you think they'll survive… then… they'll survive…" Issei said, slowly forming a smile and lovingly kissed Lucy's cheek.

Soon, the Kendo duo began to attack, this time it was more co-ordinated, which did catch Asuna and Ingrid off-guard for a bit as well as pushing them back. But after their advance, they were at a stand-off, as their swords clashed, and each put pressure against each other, wanting to overpower their respective opponents.

This however gave Murayama the perfect chance to use one of swords abilities. She slightly smirked and began to close her eyes, channelling some strength before whispering the 2 words "Mind Corruption" before and pushing on her advance and pushed the 2 Valkyrs back.

Issei's group cheered and supported the Kendo duo whilst the gods watched with disbelief, even Issei couldn't contain his happiness and shouted his support "That's it girls! Keep it up!".

Asuna got up, and began to growl with anger, angry that they were overpowered by the likes of 2 schoolgirls. Ingrid however remained calm and stood beside her "Asuna! Remain calm and focus! We haven't lost yet!"

They nodded and began to advance forward once more, though while Katase launched forward, Murayama smirked and watched carefully at one of her unsuspecting victims. Soon Katase clashed with Asuna, but were surprised to see their battling partners not by their side, nonetheless they're focusing on their own battles.

Ingrid, however, isn't faring well. She tried to stand and move forward towards Murayama, but ending up dropping her sword along with her posture and placed both her hands on her head. It seems her mind was corrupted and was struggling alone.

"No… NO… NOOO! Wh…. What is this!?" She asked herself, wanting to know why and how this has happened. Murayama chuckled with a dark tone and slowly moved forward. This even prompted Issei's harem and the gods to watch carefully. Even Thor began to clench his fist and growled loudly "What has she done to Ingrid… It must be that damned sword of hers! Father! End this now!"

Odin diverted his attention to Thor, though with a stern look in his face. "Keep out of this! Ingrid needs to prove herself and fight this curse alone! If you so much as undermine this situation, you will not be hearing the end of it!"

Thor couldn't contain his anger any longer, even swiftly arm himself and made an attempt to interfere. But that amounted to nothing as Arnett stood in front and pointed her scythe in front of him. "Thor… Don't make me do this… stay back…"

Thor narrowed his eyes at Arnett as well as his father and his fellow comrades, all before he sighed in defeat but made a promise to the gods watching. "So be it… but if that girl ends Ingrid's life… her life ends as well…"

As the internal conflict was deescalating, Murayama chuckles as she slowly circles Ingrid, enjoying the sight of Ingrid on her knees, struggling and weak. "Not so tough now, It's a shame really. I was looking forward to seeing you go all out"

Issei and his harem were watching with shock and awe, amazed and sacred at the sight of Murayama. Whispers of worry and concern were circling amongst themselves, wondering how and when did Murayama have her dark side, and did Katase know about it.

Soon, Murayama raised her sword, all her power built up and ready to unleash her strongest attack, but the build-up was brought to an abrupt end as Katase was sent flying, colliding with Murayama and knocked her to the ground.

Asuna took the opportunity to snap Ingrid out of the state, running to her and placed her hands on her cheeks and gave her some encouragement needed. "Ingrid! You need to snap out of this! You can't let that schoolgirl defeat you! We need to do this for Odin! We need to do this for ourselves and our pride!"

Ingrid showed signs of fighting off Murayama's curse, her grunts and growls made sure of it, but small whimpers were heard as well of submission. "I… I am trying! Argh! But… It… It's…!" Asuna continues to encourage Ingrid the best way she can. "That's it! Come on Ingrid!"

Katase and Murayama got up, this time with smirks on their faces, knowing that they can fully take advantage of the situation. With that, they've grasped their blades firmly and tightly, charging up their swords, and made their charge towards the 2 valkyr.

Asuna watched on, and for that moment life was hanging in the balance, she knew she couldn't fight alone. If they have a chance of fighting back, even win the fight, she needs to quickly snap Ingrid out and fast. Asuna faced Ingrid, placed her hands on her shoulders and begged her to come back "Ingrid! This could be it! We could die! Snap out of it! They're coming! INGRID!"

The end was almost certain for the valkyrs, the Kendo duo were close and ready to make their brutal strike. However, Ingrid, saw the danger, suddenly snapped out of her degrading state and swiftly swung her blade and blocked the duo with all her physical strength. Asuna gasped and rolled back, incredibly surprised to see Ingrid having that strength to fight back. "Ingrid!?"

The onlookers were amazed and surprised, seeing that Ingrid has actually snap out of that state and continued to on fighting, even risking her own body and weapon to defend Asuna. Thor even showed a small grin, pleased to see Ingrid showing more strength she has than Murayama at that moment.

Ingrid looked at Asuna and nodded at her, wanting her to fight alongside her again, wanting her to know that they will not cower or back down and will fight to the bitter end. With that, Asuna leaped up and began pushing forward with her attacks again, even overwhelming the Kendo duo to the point where they were knocked down to the ground.

The Kendo duo's comrades and king were watching on, this time worrying and thinking that Katase and Murayama might not actually survive this and lose their match, meaning that they will not be able to bring back Elsha.

Slowly, Ingrid and Asuna slowly moved forward to the duo, though slightly limping, gripping their swords tightly and ready to deal the final blow to end and win the match. Time even began to slow down for Katase and Murayama, thinking that death would be inevitable, that surrender might be too late for them and for Issei to rescue them.

Fortunately, time was at their side, as the battle was at its end. Odin's clapping ringing in their ears forced the 2 valkyrs to stand down and watch their opponents getting their breath back. Issei and Lucy leaped and ran to the duo and helped them up and retreated them back to their side of the arena.

Odin showed a small grin, even stood up and cleared his throat for attention. "This is no doubt a fight to remember, and I give credit to the combatants. Ingrid, even though you were on the verge of defeat, you came back and showed your strength to protect Asuna, who helped you recover from your corrupted state."

Ingrid showed a small smile and nodded at Odin's direction, proud to be given praise from Odin. "Asuna, as soon as you saw your partner at her worst state, you were willing to give yourself to save her and ensure that the battle would go in your favor.". Asuna nodded as well

Soon, Odin looked at the Kendo duo, but with a rather warm smile. "And there goes me thinking you 2 wouldn't last 10 minutes against Ingrid and Asuna… But you 2 have made yourselves worthy warriors. You took opportunities to attack and defend, and always stood up no matter the situation, even willing to use your weapons abilities to have a greater advantage"

The duo nodded weakly, tired and exhausted, but nonetheless proud that they've managed to win the fight by time regulation. "Even though you 2 would've lost if it weren't for time… I am, however, declare this victory to the Sekiryuutei team".

With that, Issei and the others cheered with jubilance, proud that they've won the match but by the skin of their teeth. But the fight was not completely over as the next combatants were soon announced.

"Will the next combatants for the Sekiryuutei's team step forward?" Göndul said as Theodora stepped forward eagerly awaiting her opponent.

Seeing as it was her turn, Chelsea took a deep breath as she started to walk forward while the girls had a fearful look in their eyes. Seeing this, and knowing Chelsea's strength and weakness, Issei took Chelsea's hand, stopping her in her tracks. As Chelsea turned towards Issei, she saw that he was barely holding his rage and fury at check, deciding that it would be smarter to be quiet then to provoke him even further. Chelsea allowed him go past her, while she stood in place waiting to hear what he had to say or do.

"Lord Odin!" Issei said loudly getting the All-Father to look at him while stroking his chin.

"Yes, young Sekiryuutei?"

"If I can say something?" Issei asked which prompted a nod in response giving him the go ahead. "Chelsea isn't a fighter in a typical manner, she is more a Spy/Assassin type, so this fight that she and your chosen warrior will fight would be over very quickly in her defeat. And I think we already have shown our power to you and the other Gods of the Norse." Issei said bluntly, making some Valkyries look at him with raised eyebrows while Kendo duo and Cassie had wide eyes at what Issei said, not believing in Chelsea's fighting skills. Though while they wanted to protest, they were stopped by a sharp look from Lucy that told them to keep quiet.

"Hm...is that so..." Odin said calmly while stroking his beard.

Though while Odin was calm, Thor was fuming at Issei's way of speaking, and two victories that his team made against some of the best that they had.

"She will fig..." Thor started to say before he was interrupted by Arnett's scythe to his neck again.

"Thor. I thought I told you to not interfere in this, or do I have to cut you up for you to see it?" Arnett asked in a threatening tone, that was clear to the Norse God of War that he was stepping his boundary a bit too much. Even he wasn't that dumb to go on the bad side of one of the strongest Valkyries in Asgard. Especially if that Valkyr was a sadistic battle maniac, with a lot of Bloodlusts and was considered a prodigy among weapon users, with only Ingrid and Asuna barely managing to even come close to Arnett's battle prowess.

"Thor, I thought I told you to stop this foolish behavior. This was your idea to begin with it. Or do I need to teach you how to behave?" Odin said as he turned towards his son, with his lone eye shining with power making Thor gulp a bit while nodding in fear at what his father might do.

With his lecture towards his son done, Odin once again turned towards Issei who was now even more furious, knowing that Thor was the one that made the girls that he cared for suffer. Clearing his thought, Odin spoke. "I see your view young Sekiryuutei, the battle between Chelsea and Theodora will be counted as a victory for Asgard. But that doesn't mean that this contest of power is over. You and Lucifuge heir will have to fight."

"I see, and I thank you, Lord Odin." Issei said respectably while turning towards Chelsea, who looked a bit hurt.

"Come Chelsea." Issei told her as he hugged her, while she still had a sad look in her eyes as she could clearly tell that Issei thought of her as the weakest.

As they returned towards other girls, Issei let go of Chelsea, who was instantly hugged by Cassie while Murayama and Katase weakly got to her and hugged her also seeing the sad look in her eyes. After a minute or so, Murayama let go of Chelsea and turned to Issei who was looking at Chelsea with a sad look. Seeing him looking at her with that look made Murayama very angry, which was clear to Lucy, Katase, and Cassie who watched as Murayama grabbed Issei by the collar of his shirt and yank him closer to him.

"What is wrong with you!?" Murayama yelled in rage.

"Nothing is wrong with me Mura" Issei answered her calmly as he focused on her.

"Nothing, do you realize what you did to her!?" Murayama again yelled at him, only to be rewarded with the darkest and coldest look she had ever seen on Issei. And if she was honest with herself she was turning pale and starting to fear for her life.

"What I did saved her life Murayama, or do you prefer to let her be slaughtered?" Issei asked coldly as he looked at all the girls who shiver by his look.

"What do you...mean by slaughtered?"

"What I mean is that Chelsea is no shape or form ready to fight an open field battle against someone that knows that she is there. If we are talking about a Rating game, where there is a lot of terrain and places to hide and ambush strike then yes, I would let her fight. In this scenario, she would be slaughtered by the opponent that has a clear advantage over her in power." Issei explained getting the girls to widen their eyes at his explanation that made perfect sense.

"But why did you let Katase and me fight then?" Murayama asked wanting to know his response.

"He let you two fight because you are more adapted to fighting in close range. And since he knew that you got training from both my sister and me, gave him a bit of reassurance that you were even a bit more prepared to fight then Chelsea. No offense Chelsea, but with your gear and your way of fighting Issei made a right decision. Even though it was hard it was a right one. And it shows that he cares for you." Lucy said as she finally decided to speak, making Murayama and Katase look at her. While Chelsea looks at Issei with a tear in her eye but nevertheless she understood why he did what he did. And she was touched by his action.

"Really?"

"Really. If you haven't got Lucy's and Grayfia's training, I would have done the same thing to you two." Issei answered honestly getting a nod from Murayama who let go of him.

"If all the commotion is over, we can start the next fight." Göndul said as Theodora returned to stood by Arnett, Ingrid and Asuna while Rossweisse took to the field in her Valkyr armor all ready to fight.

"Well looks like I'm next." Lucy confidently said as she started to move towards her opponent only to be stopped by Issei.

Turning to him she was about to ask what he wanted only to get her lips claimed by his. After a few seconds, Issei let go of her and nodded to her which she returned with a huge smile and a nod of her own. They didn't need word to say what they thought one look and that kiss said it all. While Cassie and Katase shouted encouragement towards her to which she lifted her fist in the air. Lucy took to the battlefield ready to fight for Elsha's sake, friends and her love Issei.

Done.

Issei Peerage:

King: Ise Hyodou

Queen: Lucy Lucifuge (Lucy Aoi from Freezing) (Human world name Lucy Renault) (Mutated Piece)

Knight: Arnett McMillan (Freezing)

Knight: Cassie Locketheart (Freezing)

Bishop: Ravel Phoniex

Bishop: Rossewisee

Rook: Mirajane Strauss (Fairy Tail)

Rook: Elsha (predecessor of Booster Gear) (Mutated Piece) (model Elizabeth Mable from Freezing)

Pawn: Chelsea (2x) (Akame ga Kill!)

Pawn: Male

Pawn: Male

Pawn: Male

Pawn: Elmenhilde Karnstein

Pawn: Murayama

Pawn: Katase

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Till next time guys.