3rd Pov
A bright star exploding into an ecliptic motion, the empress of insectars struggled feeling another part of herself being blown away.
She has been in a constant state of flee ever since the Executioners beast were destroyed...having 2 primordials constantly chasing her being Carrera and Ultima.
She survived somehow relying on her regenerative ability, the flow of her production skill also received a sort of boost, increasing the number of newborn insectars.
Which none of them survived as Diablo and Testarossa took care of them, Peliod was literally trapped in a net surrounded by four apex predators.
Peliod : (Those pieces of shit...)
Stepping back, she held her stomach, a magical circle forming above her skin...with a rainbow glow of her wings, another wave of insectars...hundreds of them were given life.
But before they could even fully mature into a child state, a burst of white flames crisped them into aches...
Peliod : Tsk !
Descending through the dispersing flames, Testarossa smiled sweetly as she held a finger to her chin.
Testarossa : You have been running for quite a while now, to the point us progenitors are losing faces for taking so long.
Peliod : (Crap, I'm surrounded!)
The reason as to why Peliod managed to evade death this whole time was due to the primordial's pride...they didn't know how to work together.
When Carrera would directly blow Peliod away, Ultimate will somehow get in her way...constraining themself, at last the four demons under Rimuru Tempest decided to work together.
Leading to the current present, Peliod standing motionless with cramping fear growing into her stomach.
In front of her, Testarossa whose power mastery only grew as time passed by...behind her Diablo, perhaps the most fearsome demon, this man has been more observing than actually fighting.
On her left and right were respectively Ultima and Carrera, the two chaotic girls were pissed and frustrated barely containing themselves due to the accord they reached with each other.
Carrera : I'm going to obliterate you !
Ultima : Death won't be enough for this trash.
Diablo : Now now calm down you two, wouldn't bringing her alive be more specific ? I heard some gruesome news from Lord Veldora about insects, the fact that some species were cannibal, perhaps using this one as food for Miss Apito would be quite beneficial.
A dark hidden filled with malice, with nowhere to run Peliod could only sweet at her incoming fate...death or death.
Peliod : (I have no room for running...)
Contemplating her remaining option, she drew out her claw as a veil of dark aura leaked from her body.
Preparing herself for a battle that reeked suicide, her courage slowly shrinked before the degrading gaze of those primals demons.
Her slightest movement being observed, Carrera and Ultima were already ready to fire their magic...letting fate decide who will get the kill.
Testarossa as well conjured a ball of white flames above the palm of her hand...anticipation rising, in the end Peliod could only attempt the impossible.
Or so she thought...as all the built up tension dissipated, Peliod's form faded as she was sucked into a tiny hole that just formed in the air.
Diablo : Space distortion ? And this magicule trace...
A silence befalling the four primordials, before Carrera or Ultima could snap...another presence came in to replace Peliod.
Someone the four were actually familiar with...
Testarossa : Ara, would you mind explaining why you took away our prey, Mirai-chan ?
Despite their previous friendly interaction, Testarossa showed a cold smile...it took them so long for just one hunt, their pride was already at stake.
In no possible world will the white primordial back down now without a good reason.
Mirai : Didn't we already make it clear ? That I will be the one to kill Peliod ?
Testarossa : That was before you left to help Rimuru-sama and the others...speaking of that, where is Milord ?
Since the situation all unveiled so chaotically, all of Rimuru's subordinates felt the missing presence of their lord.
Yet the situation just didn't allow for an explanation...that only fueled the irritation felt by the Jura Tempest's army.
Diablo : I'm also interested, neither do I feel the connection with Rimuru-sama but I can't even sense his presence anywhere around the central world.
Mirai : Don't worry about that, Rimuru-san was sent away to a very far place by Feldway...he will eventually come back, just give him time.
A short explanation that was enough to calm the rising fire of the primordials, they did instantly trust her words because she wasn't someone that would lie over such a thing.
That aside, on the side two particularly loud demons were especially quiet after Mirai's arrival...this naturally didn't go unnoticed by Testarossa who gave them dry side-eyes.
Carrera : W-what ?
Ultima : (This girl really looks like that hero...it's giving me chills just staring at those white hair/blue eyes combo...)
Blanc's crimson eyes studied the two with a hint of amusement...it was a famous tale in the underworld, the one of Violet's nemesis...
The one that injected pure despair in one of the primordial demons, ruler of the demon realm...and Carrera wasn't much better after her fight with the hero of the west during the founding festival's tournament.
Testarossa : Pff, anyway you still didn't properly answer my first question...what do you plan to do with that insectar queen ?
Mirai : I have my own plan, you don't have to worry as it will turn out to be beneficial for everyone.
Testarossa : You won't disclose it ?
With a shake of her head, Mirai stood firm and resolute...the radiant glow in her pupils made Testarossa sweetdrop.
Testarossa : (Like father like daughter, i can't win against either it seems...) fine, i won't prey further.
Mirai : I appreciate-
Diablo : Kufufu, it seems Lady Testarossa really has a sweet spot for this particular family.
Testarossa : Shut it, you weirdo.
With a shrug, she eased her shoulder and let out a tired sigh.
Mirai : Since we cleared that matter, I will take my leave now...oh and please keep my appearance here a secret.
She didn't wait for an answer, her own shape dissipating into the hole in space/time...the pit also closed back on itself afterward.
Leaving the primordials back into a hefty silence...broken by the collateral conjunction of a thought communication.
Souei : (Black number unit...we have received a direct request from Ruberios namely from the hero Dawn Arceid, a direct battle force is required there...)
Diablo : (I see, but Souei-dono allows me to ask a question.)
Souei : (Yes?)
Diablo : (Who is currently commanding Tempest in Rimuru-sama's absence?)
Souei : (Benimaru-sama has overtaken all the military function, as for the rest...it was collectively agreed that Lady Shizue take the temporal leadership.)
It was an odd choice since Shizue Izawa is technically part of Ruberios and not Tempest...but just like how Ultima's fears were public matter.
All monsters close to Rimuru knew about his particular attachment for the conqueror of flames.
Diablo : (Very well, then we shall depart from the holy land as soon as possible.)
Souei : (Roger that.)
The communication ending, this conversation was heard by the remaining demons as well.
Diablo : Since you are all silent, I doubt any of you has an objection.
Carrera : What is there to object, we just have to move already.
Commanding the black number's army, the greater demons under them quickly understood and started leaving the location for the holy land of Ruberios.
This also included the pegasus knights, dragonewt and others that came to help in this large scaled aerial battle.
Ultima : Ugh-does we really have ? I mean...didn't one horned spy mention that hero's name...
Testarossa : Are you so scared of him that you can't even stand on the same battlefield as an ally ?
Ultima : Yes I am ! You wouldn't understand since you didn't get your ass wiped several times !
The outburst was unexpected even for Testarossa who flashed an awkward smile...feeling a bit sorry for her colleague actually.
Testarossa : Good luck, I guess...
Ultima : Rahh ! Fine, I'll do it ! In the worst case I'll just die once more !
Carrera : Now you sound like a defeatist bitch...
Ultima : Fuck you !
Their rambling restarting, it didn't feel like they were in a worldwide conflict with unimaginable stakes at hand.
Testarossa shifted her gaze upward toward the large towering beam that collided with a mighty sword.
It was a breathtaking sight honestly, Blanc watched the display of power with keen interest...a soft murmur escaping her lips.
Testarossa : It seems like we'll finally fight together, I can't say I'm not excited...the pinnacle of mankind, Dawn Arceid.
With a low grunt, she decided to leave first, bashing the thought of her colleagues away.
Standing atop of a small cliff...Dawn waited patiently, his eyes trailing downward watching the hundreds of warriors gathered turning into thousands upon thousands.
All the most powerful individuals in the center were rallying there after Dawn's call...most probably realized that the final fight had come.
And the fact that their greatest hero has asked for help only meant that each and every available hand would be needed.
Dawn : (This is truly a dreamlike sight...there is no greed present, only a thirst for survival...to even the slightest chance at building a future.)
He smiled genuinely, if there was one thing Veldanava wanted to achieve...it would be such unity.
Dawn : (You are watching this as well, right...old friend.)
Luminous : You seem to be in a good mood compared to the situation.
Approaching from behind, all those that assisted to the final meeting were scattered around with only the exception of Velzard, adamant in following Dawn around
Dino had left for Tempest to get his friends as fast as he could, Velgrynd soared to the Sarion to get Ramiris away from there and also help gather the elven kin.
Chloe and Leon went to help manage the forming army with their experience and status.
Dawn : I'm just thinking that humans are really a blunt creature...only when it's nearly too late that they finally realize what they lack and try coming up with a solution.
Luminous : That isn't unique to humans only, most mortal races who are affected by the flaw of time think like that.
Dawn : Yeah...you may be right on that, but humans are in the end the species that live the shortest but liviest life.
Closing his eyes, he then was reminded of something...a weapon that he had kept sealed in a pocket dimension.
Dawn : By the way, I met Twilight Valentine right before coming back.
The mention of her father made Luminous freeze, her heterochromatic eyes shook slightly as a surging memory of the past that lingered in the furthest back of her mind resurged.
Luminous : What ?
Dawn : Long short story, he survived that time when you went to kill him...hiding in Velzard's core, but don't worry I completely got rid of him.
Luminous : A-are you sure ? I mean, if he managed to cheat death once...can't he do it twice ?
Dawn : I personally made sure he was gone, beside this should serve as a proof as well.
Taking out the genesis weapon [Origin Blood], a maniac-like sword having literal moving eyes in its handle.
Luminous watched the weapon in fascination...it was clearly on a different level that her own legendary blade [Night Rose].
But what's more is that the blade seemed to be calling for her...
Luminous : This...
Dawn : Is a gift for you, I already have my own partner...and this sword is rejecting me with all its might.
Even now, Dawn felt a sense of discomfort just by holding the sword...sure enough, forcing control over it would be an easy task for him.
But a forced tool will never truly suit the user...in the end, an uncontrollable weapon is more dangerous than an unstoppable opponent.
Luminous : Are you sure ?
Dawn : Yeah take it, this sword rightfully belongs to you.
Handling out the sword, Luminous hesitated for an instant before stretching her hand...the first touch was revealing, an overwhelming power coursing through her body.
And when her grip tightened around the handle, Luminous felt herself like awakening...it was a completely new sensation.
The eyes in the sword glowed before closing, it had fully accepted the queen of nightmare as its master.
Dawn : (As expected, with this sword she reached the highest level a true demon lord has ever achieved...)
He didn't count Rimuru as he has evolved further beyond...but if he had to compare Luminous Valentine of now and Guy Crimson of the present.
She might win in a battle of raw power...well that's also mainly because Guy didn't receive the same power up as in the novel.
Velzard : Now that I think, one of the only reasons Twilight might have managed to survive so long in my core would be because of this sword.
Dawn : Is that so ?
Velzard : Even i cannot break a weapon classed Genesis...he must have used the durability of such a weapon to stay sane.
It was merely a theory she came up with after giving it a quick thought, to think someone has been with her for so long without her noticing.
Velzard's core is that of a true dragon, a natural blizzard in its most primal state...even someone with an immunity to cold would be frozen to death if the environment within the core was materialized physically.
Velzard : (Now it's pissing me off, I should have been the one getting rid of that bastard...)
Dawn : Well there is no need to ponder about the past now.
Changing the subject, Twilight was definitely gone and the genesis blade now belonged to a rightful user.
Dawn : (The term genesis is actually more than just a grade, they are specific weapons that were made by Veldanava himself...and their resonance with [God's Authority] is very high.)
A knight once said that the sword chooses its owner, this is often referred to in legend with the acclamation of chosen one.
The genesis class weapons are just like that, not anyone will be able to wield them...and even if you could force their hold, their true worth will be revealed.
Luminous : This is beyond my expectation, I feel like a hole in my soul has been filled...
Dawn : This must be destiny, one day and somehow this blade would have reached your hand...I guess Veldanava gave it to Twilight but himself never managed to tame the sword, however it has accepted you obediently.
Luminous : Such a thing...I see, it's not a bad feeling.
Looking down at her new weapon, she clearly won't abandon her [Night Rose] but certainly she won't deny this power boost.
A fond smile flicked her lips, she was about to speak up again when a large magical circle formed in the sky...a large special transfer belonging to the Jura Tempest Federation.
Following that, a distortion in space as the army of Tempest appeared...at the same time, the air was filled with thunderous sound rumbling the land.
Dawn : (They are here...)
From all over the world, people started flocking the area...the sky to the land, monsters and humans...
Velzard : This is really a tough sight but I doubt most of them would even survive a flare of aura from that beast...
Dawn : Don't worry, I already have it all covered up.
Velzard : Figured out...
The tiniest smile emerging on her face, Velzard watched as the representative of Tempest approached.
Mainly Benimaru with Shuna and Shizue...behind them, the primordial demons along their black number landed, the draconic form of Veldora also submerged the atmosphere into a chaotic chant.
The important figure such as Gazel Dwargo, the archduke of Sarion: Erald Grimwald who just arrived with Sarion's troop.
An intimidation flying squad of dragon announcing the empress of the elven dynasty's entry, Elmesia El Ru Sarion.
A tunnel of flames and light followed with Velgrynd landing right next to Velzard, with her Ramiris gracefully blooming from a petals of light.
Dawn : Seems like you managed to convince them.
Velgrynd : The people of Sarion were more reasonable than I thought...
Dawn : Well that's a good thing, you came at the right time because I got something to give you..
Velgrynd tilted her head confused to what he could potentially mean, still he had yet another sword he had recovered that didn't belong to him.
Taking out [Deva] who was Rudra's, Dawn at first had other plans for it but then he decided to respectfully give it back to perhaps the one who deserves the most.
Naturally, Velgrynd instantly recognized the sword and accepted with trembling hands...
Velgrynd: I-I see, thank you...
Leaving her down with her own emotional turmoil, Dawn nodded with a smile...one that remained as Ramiris approached with her own smirk.
Ramiris : You really went on gathering such a cast, can i conclude this is the battle of conclusion ?
Dawn : Yes, everything will end here and now.
Meeting her gaze, Dawn was a bit relieved in seeing Ramiris sane, she has been maintaining the world barrier on her own...saving everyone at heavy cost.
The glow in her wings was weak, any more and she might revert back to a child-like form...
Dawn : (She wasn't even in her true prime this whole time, truly Ramiris is way too underestimated.)
Ramiris : Why is this pitiful look ?
Dawn : Nothing...
Averting his eyes, he noticed Hinata quickly rushing up the hill to meet him...her expression confused, clearly as she was told to gather the most elite warriors...yet the scale of this gathering reached beyond any expectation.
Hinata : What is happening, sensei ?!
Dawn : No need to panic, I had asked you one thing but expected this outcome...
The message he sent was to gather the most prominent fighters, it is merely a way to twist his words and intent.
All the leaders world wide will instantly realize that such a request will lead to this outcome, the final battle that will decide victory or defeat.
Dawn gave them a choice but also an ultimatum, either fight or watch...coupled with his previous speech as the new sun of hope.
It was bound for all the remaining force alive to gather upon his call...instead of a small group, it was the entirety of the world that came.
Hinata : But...what if no one understood the twist...
Dawn : It was also a choice, everyone has the right to decide for their own future...and I just knew that all of them would come, right El-chan.
Elmesia : Naturally, I have known this cunning hero for too long to not catch on those double edged sentences.
Now gathered on top of this cliff-like hill, everyone seemed to acknowledge the other's presence.
Sylvia : Well it has been a while, hero-chan ! I'm saddened that you didn't even bother to meet me in years !
Dawn : Even when I visited El-chan, you were away doing your own thing, blame yourself.
Sylvia who has finally come out of her isolation gasped, she clutched her heart dramatically while turning toward her daughter.
Sylvia : El-chan ! Your friend blamed me !
Elmesia : You are at fault, sorry...
The former empress then started causing a scene, though most ignored her...particularly Gazel who did his best to fade in the surroundings.
Having a bad past experience with Elmesia, Sylvia was just even worse...a childish old elf whose power exceeded most demon lords.
Gazel : (I feel like she is going to rip the soul out of me if I get involved...)
Ramiris : You are as lively as always, Sylvia...
Sylvia : Oh Ramiris...you are back in your adult form already ? It has only been a few centuries since your last reincarnation ?
Ramiris : It's only an appearance though, I am nowhere near the strength of my prime.
Sylvia : That's still impressive...
The two old friends exchanging a few words, Dawn decided to leave them alone for now and went to Testarossa and Diablo.
The two of them came without Carrera and Ultima as those two aren't suited for diplomacy...
Dawn : I suppose we won't hear from those on the ice continent.
Diablo : Kufufu, Rain and Misery have sworn loyalty to Rouge or Guy Crimson as they call...they won't leave his side even if the world is about to get destroyed.
Dawn : Well, their presence isn't necessary.
Testarossa : So won't you tell us your plan ?
Dawn shook his head, in Testarossa's eyes...she felt a tinge of annoyance, clearly seeing the similarity between father and daughter.
Testarossa : I see...Hmm, actually, I need to tell you something.
Dawn : mmh ?
Testarossa didn't know why but she suddenly felt an urge, the one to confess something she had prepared to hide.
Her lips quivered wondering if it was the right thing to do, and Diablo clearly felt the moving tension...deciding to retreat he directed his attention toward the other people present.
Testarossa : We actually saw Mirai earlier...she seemed quite different-no perhaps she has never looked so much like you.
For a moment, Dawn's eyes narrowed...he took her words to heart and nodded, maybe a part of him expected that.
Still, even as he wished to smash all his duty aside to go find his daughter, he couldn't...not now at least.
Dawn : I see, thanks for telling me that.
Testarossa : Are you not going to her ? It might just be me but she had that resolute gleam...as if she was about to open a forbidden gate.
Dawn : She is big enough to make her own decision...even if I don't agree with them.
Testarossa : If you say so...
But despite his responsible words, Testarossa clearly saw...a tint of darkness in his eyes, he said it himself, he didn't agree with her ideal.
In a way, he hinted that he knew exactly what she was planning now...
Dawn : Anyway, let's get this done already...
With a loud clap of his hand, he overtook all the attention...
Dawn : As you all know, this is the last battle...but it won't be as any of you expect, honestly none of you aside from the True dragon can help.
Harsh words backed by a cold reality, all have felt the difference between mortal and gods...even the strongest mortal present wouldn't hold a candle before the weakest true dragon.
Benimaru : (He is right unfortunately, if only Rimuru-sama was here...where have you gone, milord...)
The red haired oni who has been single handling Tempest's defense at this point felt burdened, he wanted to ask about his master's whereabouts.
But restrained himself, this was a time of high emergency...the last battle, and any personal action based on emotion could ruin the little time they had.
Benimaru knew his lord well, and Rimuru trusted Dawn as much as any of his subordinates.
Shizue : Then what is our role ?
Dawn : To earn us a bit some more time...i'll be clear on one point, we can't win against that beast.
Ramiris : Even with your new power ?
Dawn : Yes, the power that I source myself in is like a timed bomb...we can't rely ourselves on that.
Velgrynd : Then the time we will be earning...
With a weak smile, Dawn pointed his finger to the sky.
Dawn : Rimuru Tempest, he is the one that will be the savior of this world...
The time name was known by all, each person present aside from Sylvia had interaction with the slime...an anomaly like no other.
Gazel : Rimuru...may I ask a question ?
Dawn : Go ahead.
Gazel : This statement...is that your personal opinion or a fact ?
Dawn : A fact.
No hesitation whatsoever...this shut down any doubt anyone could have, it is also a show of authority...how much each of Dawn's words could weigh on the moral and influence the opinion.
Sylvia : (Rimuru Tempest, mmh...to think this name would trigger such a reaction, now I regret not going to the newly created monster nation...)
Elmesia : I guess we can take your words to heart, but then where is Rimuru now ?
Dawn : He was sent to a far away location, outside the boundaries of time and space-
Velgrynd : (So that's why the soul corridor between us disappeared...damn Feldway, how did he manage to create such a technique...)
As Dawn was about to continue, the storm dragon who had been quiet but agitated finally made himself known.
Veldora : Wait ! Explain more of where Rimuru is !
He who is usually so shy around his sisters actually stood his ground, his interruptions unneeded...he received quite the glare from those who could.
Particularly Luminous who stuck poison in her gaze.
Dawn : Calm down, Veldora...Rimuru is fine, I can assure you that and he will come back on his own.
Veldora : But can't you help him ? I mean didn't you tear a hole in space and time ?
Dawn : ...
Veldora : Why the silence ?!
Velzard :Stop there, Veldora.
Veldora : What ? Why ?!
Velzard : Don't be a brat now, we are all in this together so don't-
Locking the storm dragon in place by placing a hand over his shoulder, Velzard enacted a strong sense of authority expecting Veldora to cool down.
But betraying her expectation, Veldora raised his arm and swiped off his sister's hand.
Veldora : What do you mean stop ?! This guy can't even answer ! Rimuru is my sworn friend, if your friend can save him, then why not now ?!
Velzard : You...
Velgrynd : You are going too far Veldora !
Taking her sister's defense, Velgrynd approached her siblings...this serious meeting has turned into a showdown between veritable dragons.
Veldora : So what ?! I just want an answer !
Velgrynd : He already explained-
Veldora : No he didn't ! I don't trust him as much as any of you !
Dawn : Ahh...seriously, I really hate this damn lizard.
Rolling his aura, a beam of engulfing light devoured the surrounding...the cast now standing in the middle of this spiritual pressure.
All sound died under his overwhelming presence while another grounding roar emanated from the crowd below...they took this display of power as a confirmation and opening to the final battle.
Dawn : If i brought Rimuru back now, he won't have the power needed to reform the future...Veldora, you can despise me if you want, I don't care...but-
Snapping his neck dangerously low, he stood before Veldora...there was a consequent size difference as the storm dragon took the human form a taller man.
Yet, anyone could tell whose power suppressed the other.
Dawn : Don't get in the way.
This was enough for Veldora to look away with conflicted emotion, fortunately there were a lot of mediating capable people in the area.
Ramiris : Now now, Veldora is merely worried for Rimuru, in fact many of us harbor similar feelings, he just let them out physically.
Dawn : I know, and that is why I'll let it slide this time.
Suppressing his aura, he let go of Veldora and walked up to the edge of the cliff...an ocean of expectation filled gaze swarmed him.
As he faced all these courageous warriors.
Dawn : Congratulations, because of your unnecessary arguing...all the remaining time was wasted.
Stretching his hand toward the sky, he called back his partner sword...his silent voice reached for Shin Exalia whose rotation has been constantly slowing down.
Backed to a corner, doing its best to act as a wall...a lift of relief washed the coldest sword after being recalled.
Like a comet attracted toward the ground, Shin Exalia fell at a unparalleled speed...its tip facing downward,
Following behind her was the breath of destruction from Ivarage's evolving corpse...the beam crashed into the world barrier who was already weakened due to Ramiris's absence near the world tree.
A large crack appeared over that barrier threatening to shatter it, but before it could...the beam dismissed into nothingness as Ivarage finally completed the ritual to grant herself a new name.
A low groan escaped the world destroying dragon as she woke up once again...this time as an unrivaled force even to the one who had treated her as a mere child.
Rushing down, Shin Exalia soon pierced through the cloud and approached the ground where her master was standing.
Dawn standing there completely still followed the freezing trail of ice and light, unaffected by the growing silence that surrounded him.
At last, Shin Exalia popped down right before Dawn...her sharpness cut down the air as right before she could cause an apocalyptic explosion due to the fall.
Dawn caught the blade by the handle, an impactful shockwave bursted through the air intensifying further the tense silence.
Dawn : You did well, Shin Exalia...can you hold it for a bit longer ?
Shin Exalia : (Yes, I stand by my vow...I shall follow up to the very end.)
Dawn : Thanks, and you Dusk ?
Dusk : (Let's get this down, master.)
A resolute and firm tone, this was all Dawn needed to raise his sword toward the last foe...growing his aura, it was time to go all out and last long enough for Rimuru to come back.
Dawn : Then everyone-
His voice was loud enough for all to hear, yet he didn't meet any gaze other than the one looking down on him from above.
Taking the hint, the true dragons entered their dragon form unleashing their most prominent power...the respective rulers and generals stood up slightly behind the one leading this dance.
Their aura entangling to form a comforting and reassuring veil...
Dawn : This world will undoubtedly be destroyed, there is no stopping it now...
It is a truth only he knew, because Rimuru will wake at the end of time and space...there, the world would have already been destroyed since long.
Dawn : But do not fret, just like how I am standing before you...just like how all of us have yet to lose hope, everything will fall into order for as long as you don't lose to despair.
His speech was momentarily interrupted as the world barrier finally broke down, and Ivarage entered through the hole with her horrifying draconic form.
A literal agent of pure destruction, her nemesis scale reflecting a shade of purple...her golden eyes that seemed to swallow all of existence.
Just the approaching sight of her was enough to completely erase the comfort given by the world's last force.
Her new name, Amaranth Varja...the true incarnation of destruction and malice.
Dawn : Shred your tears, seal your heart and fight your destiny...don't hold anything back as this is the very final act to this absurd tale.
Was he scared ? Perhaps, no...he had anticipated all this and took the necessary measure.
Spreading his power through the entire world, all living beings gathered here to fight awakened on the spot.
A glorious shade of light surrounded their body...Dawn had just shared part of [God's Authority] amplifying power to all..
Completely negating the terror that Amaranth Varja instilled in the heart of all...
Dawn : Set yourself free from all boundaries and follow me, the end of the road is near.
For a moment, the world turned uniform as only Amaranth Varja and Dawn remained...both glaring at each other.
Time wasn't stopped, it was just the two of them who communicated one last time before clashing.
Amaranth Varja : Is that all you got ?
Dawn : Yeah, I can't do any better...
Amaranth Varja : Then drown along this pitiful world !
Returning back to reality, Amaranth Varja roared...her cry shattering the very sky surrounding the world, a malicious power ignited millions of stars filling the vast void.
In a swift motion of hatred, Amaranth Varja created a whole new army...hundreds upon hundreds of beasts equaling the strength of her previously alive children emerged.
They were mindless but each possessed power equal to the Executioners...their appearance was monstrous in its truest sense, eyes groping all around their skin.
Yet no one dared even flinch at this horrendous sight...no instead, everyone pumped their weapon in the air followed by their own roar.
Amaranth Varja : Just rot down already !
Dawn : Let's all survive through this together !
The two sides destroying their shackles rushed toward each other...the beast descended while the mortals rose up to the sky.
Everyone managed to levitate into the air through their new found power...
The world destroying dragon herself directly rushed into action but before she could reach her target being Dawn, she was stopped by all the world leaders, true dragon and powerhouse that remained as shields.
Dawn in the back remained still on spot, he didn't join the fight rather he focused his eyes shut to maintain the constant usage of his power.
Dawn : (Everything is going as planned for now...)
Meanwhile, in another dimension close to any other world...Mirai landed into an invisible platform, right below her was Peliod being crushed under Kyuri's weight.
This whole world they were in was a private pocket dimension the size of a village created through the assimilation of Kyuri and Mirai's power.
As a fragment of the world destroying dragon, the white fox could twist her energy with the help of fate to create such a dimension.
Now stable, Peliod was taken hostage groaning in endless pain as she was forced shut via an elemental storm coursing through her internal organs.
Kyuri : I can already feel the tide changing, the world outside is being torn into a storm of turmoil...
Mirai : I know, by now father and the other must be pushing themself to their very limit.
Kyuri : ...this is very different from what I personally planned but as agreed, I'll help you.
Mirai : You and I want the same thing...I proposed a solution to the problem, that is all.
Kyuri glanced toward the heroine with a unsure emotion, but ultimately she sighed and jumped off of Peliod.
Kyuri : But as a result,you might be the one to disappear.
Mirai : It is what it is, the price to pay is equivalent to the result i try to earn.
With an ominous aura, Mirai stepped up before kicking Peliod in the head...the blow sent the empress of insectars crashing into the ground several meters away.
Mirai : Anyway, there is no need to hide any longer...Author, come out already.
Her eyes glowed darkly, with Kyuri jumping over her shoulder...she waited for a long instance before getting a reaction out of Peliod.
The insectar started drooling in pain as a glitching energy started escaping her body...from her nose, eyes and skin...
It was burning out its host, with Peliod crying louder and louder...
Peliod : Rahhhh !
Mirai : How disgusting...
Kyuri : (I see, so this woman wasn't the third apostle that Master was searching for...)
It was confirmation as Peliod was merely a hiding spot, now without the power that maintained her survival until now.
Her existence simply crumbled into dust, a corpse devoid of any life leaving out a trail of glitching mass floating above.
That was the Author...the very final nemesis for both Mirai and Dawn.
.Author : So you found me out, what do you want ?
A distorted voice came in slightly disturbing Mirai...he was the reason that she underwent all her suffering after all.
Mirai : You don't remember the true past, right...
Author : ...
Mirai : You are also being affected by Fate, so you are now targeting Dawn Arceid because you forgot your true enemy.
This was something Varja had told the Author before, but even after knowing such a fact...the Author never really changed his way of thinking.
After all, why change the target if he doesn't hold any memories forging toward this reason.
Mirai : Let's strike a deal, Author...
Author : You...what are you planning ?
Mirai : Leave my father alone, instead I'll give you back all the memories from the true past...and then take me out as you planned.
This was her final solution, Dawn was sacrificing herself for her...thus the reversal was also possible.
Without Mirai Averion, he will have no more reason to go that far...yes, her plan is to become that 3rd Aposte and cut down the fate that bound herself and her father.
Kyuri : (Both Father and Daughter are just perfectly alike...unfortunately, I want you Dawn to live...you might hate me for this but it is a decision i made for myself beside isn't that your fault for leaving me with your daughter?)
An ultimatum that won't affect the fate of the world but rather the destiny of a family...