Kaiser's villa, dining room.
Kaiser sat at the head of the table, his peerage members seated on either side, enjoying their meal.
The three fallen angels also had seats of honor.
But their focus wasn't on the food.
"Lady Raynare, haven't you noticed our strength has increased?"
"Mittelt, you felt it too?"
"It's not just my imagination."
The three exchanged whispers, their expressions turning strange.
If anything had happened recently, it was last night.
But…
This kind of power boost was absurd.
"No need to whisper."
"It's because of me," Kaiser said casually, flicking transcribed attribute sheets toward them.
"So… that's it?"
Reading the info, subtle shifts appeared in their eyes.
Devils yet retaining fallen angel traits.
And… they could grow stronger?
That balanced things out.
"Everyone's finished eating. Time for business."
Kaiser wiped his mouth, leading his peerage to the living room. With a light wave toward the floor—
Hum!
A dark purple magic circle flashed.
Next second, Issei Hyoudou, frozen in ice, appeared on the ground.
"Raynare, prepare to extract the Sacred Gear from this body."
"Yes, Master."
Raynare began working immediately.
Kaiser watched closely.
The creator of this method was a genius, with unique insight into Sacred Gears.
The only minor flaw?
The host died upon extraction.
Hum!
Under his gaze, brilliant light shimmered.
Red glow emanated from Issei's chest.
Next moment, a crimson gauntlet embedded with green gems—resembling a dragon's claw—appeared in Raynare's hand.
"The Boosted Gear of the Red Dragon Emperor."
The three fallen angels were stunned, eyes nearly popping.
They hadn't expected such a legendary artifact.
"What's the Boosted Gear?" Shiho Miyano asked curiously.
Her recent knowledge on Sacred Gears was limited.
"The Boosted Gear is a top-tier Sacred Gear, one of the Longinus," Raynare explained, inhaling deeply. "Used well, it can grant power surpassing gods and devils."
"Exactly," Kaiser affirmed, beckoning. The Boosted Gear flew into his hand as a streak of light.
"Clean up the body."
"Yes, Master."
The fallen angel trio got to work.
Not much effort needed—they vaporized it with light power.
Just sweeping traces was tedious.
Kaiser ignored them, examining the Boosted Gear.
Longinus chose hosts.
Having it was just the start.
Next, his magic power spread, following Raynare's method to claim it.
But…
No response.
"…"
His gaze darkened, a cold smile forming.
Spirited.
Boom!
Terrifying magic power boiled.
If earlier was gentle, now he demanded submission.
Hum!
Finally, a reaction.
A draconic roar echoed in his soul.
Kaiser's eyes brightened, following the ethereal pull, closing them.
The world shifted.
Everything turned crimson, flames filling the space.
Yet strangely, no heat.
"Where are you? Invite me in and hide?"
Kaiser looked up, eyes cold.
"Roar—"
A earth-shaking dragon roar resounded.
The space quaked.
A colossal creature coiled in the sky.
A massive dragon covered in crimson scales, radiating oppressive might.
Kaiser recognized it instantly.
One of the Heavenly Dragons.
The Red Dragon Emperor—Ddraig.
"Devil, abandon your delusion. You're unworthy to be my host."
Ddraig's fangs flashed, body coiling, stirring flames.
"Hmph, that's not for you to decide," Kaiser snorted. "What I want, I take."
"Even erasing your will if needed."
Ddraig paused, then roared with laughter.
"Amusing. Truly amusing."
"In countless ages, you're the first to speak to me this way."
"Erase my existence to fully control the Boosted Gear?"
"Hahaha, if you can, try!"
Each word amplified his draconic aura.
By the end, it shook the realm.
The battle-loving Red Dragon Emperor.
Born for war, died for war.
In ancient times, offending devils, angels, and fallen angels alike led to his fate.
Now, this devil dared boast.
Angering yet igniting his millennium-dormant battle lust.
Kaiser looked skyward, smiling faintly. "Then let me send you off."
Black wings burst forth, terrifying magic power surging like a tide.
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