At Kuoh Academy, a black-haired girl radiating intellectual beauty gazed up at the shadow looming over the skies of Kuoh Town.
The overwhelming pressure made her face go pale. And this wasn't even the full force of the being's aura—just the natural presence it exuded upon arrival. Had it deliberately released its full aura, she would've passed out on the spot.
Despite this, the student council members around her were already struggling to breathe under the pressure. Some had even fainted.
The girl barely holding on was none other than Sona Shitori—real name Soma Sitri, Serafall Leviathan's younger sister.
"President…"
A tall girl with long jet-black hair approached her side. This was Tsubaki Shinra, Sona's Queen and vice president of the student council.
Even she was barely standing. Only her sheer willpower kept her conscious.
"Has something terrifying arrived in Kuoh Town?"
Sona's eyes reflected her deep concern. Her arms were slick with cold sweat.
And she wasn't the only one to notice. Over in the Occult Research Club, Rias had sensed it too.
In fact, anyone in Kuoh Town would've noticed the arrival of Examon.
"President…"
Akeno walked slowly to Rias side, her body trembling slightly.
Rias nodded gravely. It was clear she needed to inform her brother.
Meanwhile, the only person in the clubroom who seemed unaffected was Koneko.
She stared in disbelief at the cat food she'd gotten from Ren. Occasionally, her gaze shifted to the white cat before her—her familiar.
After eating the food, her familiar had… grown stronger.
The increase wasn't overwhelming, but it was still enough to shock her.
This bag of cat food… was it really that amazing?
As the terrifying aura spread, eyes from across the world focused on Kuoh Town.
The locals felt the change too. And Ren, right at the center of it all, just felt a massive headache coming on.
Still, he wasn't too worried. It was only a matter of time before he drew attention. Examon's arrival simply accelerated the process.
That said, Ren was very satisfied with his current summons.
Lucemon—in her pre-corruption angelic form—had once brought order and peace to the ancient Digital World. As a Child-level Digimon, she had the strength to rival even Ultimate-level ones. Few could match her, even those in the Ultimate tier.
Examon was on another level entirely. A top-tier member of the Royal Knights—the elite digital protectors—and the apex of all Dragon-type Digimon. He bore the title "Dragon Emperor."
In the game Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, Examon, even while berserk, held his own against five other Royal Knights: Omnimon, Gallantmon, UlforceVeedramon, Jesmon, and Magnamon. That alone proved his incredible might.
"Royal Knights of the World Tree, huh? What an annoying bunch…"
Lucemon muttered. She'd barely had time to assess her surroundings before a familiar and aggravating aura descended from above. She scowled.
She knew that aura well—those damn lapdogs of the World Tree.
She remembered every single one of the Royal Knights.
Kuroka shivered and huddled close to Ren. Neither the angel nor the dragon above were beings she could mess with. A single swipe from either one could kill her instantly.
Fou let out a warning growl, filled with wariness.
Stronger than me… Fou thought silently.
But Fou wasn't at her peak right now. She'd been using the Special Jealousy Sin of Crystal to restore herself daily. Who knew how powerful she would be once fully recovered?
With her comparative analysis ability, Fou might not fall short of the two beings present.
Meanwhile, Raynare—now just an ordinary human—was on the verge of fainting.
An angel was one thing. But now there was also a monstrous dragon overhead?
Ren raised his hand, and a massive surge of magical energy shot toward Examon, who loomed over Kuoh Town.
In an instant, the gigantic dragon began to shrink, his oppressive aura fading rapidly.
Under Lucemon's wary gaze, Examon's size was reduced to match hers.
"This guy…"
Lucemon frowned as she stared at Ren. Only now did she realize that something inside her was connected to him—like a link between a master and a servant.
And it wasn't just her. Examon, still dazed, looked at Ren as well.
Something inside him seemed bound to this human.
"You… you're human?"
Examon spoke for the first time. His voice was deep, laced with caution.
Anyone who could reduce his size in a split second without him even reacting had to be unbelievably powerful.
Moreover...
With a quick glance at Lucemon beside her, Examon slowly spoke.
"There's also Lucemon..."
"Hmph! The Royal Knight of Yggdrasil…"
Lucemon's eyes were full of disdain. As proud as she was, even if her current form couldn't match the opponent, she wouldn't show the slightest trace of fear.
"You must have felt it—the contract between us. From this moment on, I am your master. Any objections? Of course, I'm an open-minded person. If you have opinions, feel free to voice them! I really don't mind!"
Kuroka: "???"
Ren's words left Kuroka completely bewildered. Open-minded? How is turning me into a cat considered open-minded!?
Besides, saying that so bluntly—there's no way those two will go along with it, right?
Only Fou didn't seem to care, rubbing up for food with a docile look as always.
As expected, the moment Ren finished speaking, terrifying auras burst from Lucemon and Examon, crashing down toward him like a tidal wave.
One was a sovereign-like existence in the Digital World.
The other was a Royal Knight who served a god.
How could they possibly accept becoming someone else's servant?
Ren's words were like a spark on gunpowder.
Exchanging a glance, Lucemon and Examon attacked Ren in unison!
Judging by Ren's earlier performance, neither of them could afford to go solo—cooperation was their only option.
"Grand Cross!"
"Avalon's Gate!"
Without hesitation, they unleashed their signature moves. But before their casting even finished, Ren casually slapped his hand forward.
No flashy moves. Just a simple, effortless slap.
Yet to Lucemon and Examon, the overwhelming force was like a cosmic force crushing down upon them.
Lucemon's incomplete Grand Cross shattered instantly.
Examon's massive spear disintegrated into fragments under the slap.
Under their shocked gazes, Ren's palm descended like the Meteorite, pinning both of them firmly to the ground, rendering them completely immobile.
At that moment, Kuroka looked at them with pity.
Why resist... you two...
Fou, with a look of contempt, glanced at them, then returned attention to her food.
Learn from me... see how relaxed and comfy life can be...
Meanwhile, Raynare trembled again.
Everyone here... is a monster...