It is said that the place where the heavenly realm exist is located at the center of a huge celestial body called “Himiko”. It is mostly composed of gas, and three star clusters lined up in a straight line shines from it. This celestial body is said to be very ancient and that it was formed relatively quickly, 800 million years after the birth of the universe.
The sight of the blue light emitting from it is both mysterious and divine. We were teleported to the vicinity of the star cluster located in the center of Himiko. There is gas floating around and the visibility is not very good.
Looking back, the others were struggling with zero gravity and ended up the breaking the formation as they dispersed.
“Uh-, we should have trained in zero gravity.”
On the other hand, the Angelton Division, remained perfectly in formation perhaps because their body remembers the environment. The Skeleton Division, which had been drifting, also get the hang of how to move and they gradually began to line up. However, the Magical Beast Division was still in a state of confusion. The griffons are desperately trying to paddle while flapping their wings which was very pitiful to look at.
“The gatekeepers have arrived.”
In response to Kurohime’s words, I glanced at the star cluster. The shining thing was a dragon that was coiled up and asleep. Its size is so huge that it is comparable to a galaxy. There were two of them.
Then they raised their huge heads, opened their eyes and glared at us. At the same time, countless angels, numbering about hundreds of billions emerged from the central star cluster, stretching their bodies like white snakes. This is going to be quite a challenge.
I’ll make the first move then. I made five transparent orbs in my right hand and unleashed them. The orbs snapped and erased the heads of the two dragons. Some of the angel army also disappeared.
Should I reduce it a little more?
With my Wave of Destruction, from hundred billions, I reduced the number of the enemies to tens of billions. Them appearing all together is a bad move after all. When the angels finally realized their mistake, they scattered, changing their course to minimize the damage. But that’s exactly what we wanted.
“Go! All out attack!”
“At your will!”
Following the instructions, Suketarou gives the order to attack. Wrapped in purple light, my familiars flew right away. White and purple light spiral as angels and skeletons fight.
“Abyss Gate, Open!”
Pero creates a black orb. A black, distorted crab-like creature spilled out like water from a faucet. They cling to an angel and devoured it without a trace.
The war was evenly matched.
—No, I’m pushing slightly.
Although angels are numerous, they can be said to be a small fry for my current familiars. Each of them is as fierce as thousand men, and they can continue to fight tirelessly. In addition, they are turning the dead angels into an undead and make them a familiar, so their number will only increase. The numbers are reversed in a short time.
“You are the new God of Destruction! You will not be allowed to get in Gohma-sama’s way! We are going to get rid of you right here!”
Four special class angels appeared with hundreds of first-class angels in tow. Behind them were thousands of second-class angels. A special class angel is a being who is at the highest level of an angel. It is said that in terms of fighting power alone, they can compete on equal terms with gods. Until now, they are opponents we would have undoubtedly lost to.
“Aghh!?”
One of the special class angel was split in half. On her other side, Liz is standing expressionless with a dagger in her hand.
“H-how dare you do that to my brethren! I will never forgi—?”
Pero’s thick arms pierced his chest. With a tight clench, he crushed the heart.
“Tsk. I had high hopes for this special class angels but this is boring.”
Freya, who had shredded her opponent in an instant, blurted out as she drifted upside down.
“Aghh!”
An arrow of light pierced his brain. Erna, holding the bow, grinned.
“Yes, the Staff of the Wind God that Moore-sama gave me is really good. It is very convenient because it can also be used as a bow.”
The bow instantly changes shape and returns to a staff. The Staff of the Wind God had granted its ownership to Erna since its previous owner had completely disappeared. However, since it is made from a part of the God Tree, ownership would have been transferred even if Moore had existed.
The angels were shaken by the fact that the special class angels were so easily killed. Then Kurohime and Suketarou launched an offensive, catching them off guard.
“Too late to run away now! Bow down to me like a good dog!”
She bit into the neck of the enemy and sipped some blood. Then she cut off the head with her hand and created two swords with the blood that spurted out. Every time she slashed an enemy, the blood that flowed out of their body gathered on Kurohime, covering her body like armor.
“As if we’ll bow to a mere vampire!”
A first-class angel slashes at Kurohime.
—But the next moment, the enemy’s sword flicked and the arm of the first-class angel was blown away. It was probably EX counter. A skill that could return an attack several dozen times stronger is really is terrifying.
“We will eliminate those who interfere with our Masters.”
A streak of light drew a sharp path, slicing the second-class angels into pieces. Confusion ensues, and with the angels unable to even fight back, they were left at their mercy. In addition, Waita, who is now a 100-meter giant, opened its large mouth to further cut down their number. The sight of it flying through outer space at a speed approaching the speed of light is a sight that is truly mysterious.
“Muu.”
Suddenly, the creature that could be said to be the last bastion to protect the heavenly realm begun to move. From what appears to be the central star cluster, a golden dragon is twisting its body and is now coming towards us. It’s clear that it’s more powerful than the two dragons I killed earlier.
I made an eye contact with Liberto and the others and had them take their positions. Then five skill boosts resonated together, creating a pentagram. Our goal is to unleash the Imperial Dragon Breath that has been sublimated to the realm of the gods.
“Divine Dragon Breath Boost Five!!”
A flash of super-extreme lightning engulfed the golden dragon’s head. I quickly restored the corpse and asked Suketarou to turn the golden dragon into an undead and then I turned it to my familiar. The golden dragon roared, transforming into a jet-black and wicked form.
Why did I make the dragon a familiar at this moment?
That’s because the two dragons I defeated earlier are about to be resurrected. As expected of the gatekeepers of the Heavenly Realm, they used their amazing regenerative ability to restore their lost head. From the looks of it, it would like take less than an hour for them to resume activities.
The dragon I turned into my familiar grew twice as large as before and then it bit into the regenerating dragons. Now there will be no hindrances, and I should be able to enter the heavenly realm with confidence.
“Liberto, I want you guys to help them here. If you think it’s too difficult, retreat immediately.”
“I understand, master.”
We left our disciples behind and moved forward. We head to the entrance to the heavenly realm in the center of Himiko. We teleported to the center and found a large open space in the gaseous state. A white orb is floating in the center. When I touched it, ripples spread out like water and a portal-like opening opened up.
“Let’s go.”
Everyone nods and then we sink into the portal.
My vision was dyed with pure white. When I opened my eyes, I saw an endless expanse of land. There is another land of high mountains that hug the clouds, and temple-like structures in the sky. Connecting them are countless thick pillars that are larger than mountains. The scenery is too fantastical and too mysterious. From a distance, it seems that this is a place where two-slabs of vast land is facing each other. There are no visible stars around it, only darkness spread out. It seems to be a special place created in a different space from the heavenly realm.
“I thought there is a trap waiting for us but it’s odd that there has been no reaction.”
“I’ve looked around too, but I can’t find Gohma anywhere.”
Not here? Did he really abandon this place??
I floated and teleported to the land above. This other land, reminiscent of Greek mythology, was completely deserted. It’s so quiet that it’s creepy. Torn clothes were left on the road in places, and traces of fighting could be seen. When I go to what appears to be a square, I found countless heads of gods pierced by spears, and headless bodies piled up on the ground. The heavens had become a titular city of death.
“Anyone still alive?”
“There are still some but they’ve locked themselves underground with barrier around them.”
Hmmm, it seems that Gohma couldn’t kill all of them either.
First of all, we must regain control of the heavenly realm. Even now, my comrades and familiars are fighting against the angels.
We went to the huge temple that caught my eye and opened the door. Pillars lined up inside and light pours in from the ceiling. Although it is a divine structure, the inside is deserted and the smell of death wafts in the air. The scattered corpses showed Gohma’s ruthlessness. Then we continued down the long corridor until we come to a door. When I opened it, we came to a room with a chair that looked like a throne. But as expected, Gohma is nowhere to be seen.
“Father, look at this.”
Pero found an envelope placed on the throne. I opened it and takes out the letter inside.
『I commend you for making it here. Kukuku, you came here hoping to fight, didn’t you? Unfortunately, as the creator god, I am no longer interested in a place like this. I seek to create a new world. A world where no one rules over me, where only I can find peace. And when the time comes, I intend to declare war on you people. I am the one who will become the one and absolute ruler.』
I instinctively crushed the letter.
Was I one step too late?
I attacked, knowing that it would take time for him to evolve into a creator god. But he was expecting my action. By now, he must be evolving in a safe place where we don’t about.
“Tanaka-dono, what should we do to stop the angels?”
“Just sit on that throne.”
“I see. Then, Pero-sama.”
“What!? M-Me!?”
Urged on by Freya, Pero reluctantly sits on the throne. Then the throne took on a rainbow of light. A window appears in front of Pero.
【The owner of the heavenly realm has relinquished ownership. Therefore, you are now the next owner. Will you own the heavens? YES／NO】
Pero chooses YES. Immediately afterwards, the sound of bells rang in the heavenly realm. Now the angels should obey Pero.
“Hey, there’s a door over here.”
“We can’t open it though. We had trouble opening it.”
Erna and Liz said as they returned from behind the throne. On the wall behind the throne, which is covered with red curtains, there is indeed a hidden door. I tried to push it, but it doesn’t seem to open, it did not even budge when I hit or pulled it.
“Hn?”
Suddenly, I find something that looks like a keyhole in the door. It was just the right size to stick your finger in. I tried to put the index finger of my left hand, but there is no particular reaction. The hole feels slightly bigger than a finger as well.
I guess a finger with a ring on it would fit perfectly…..
Eh? I was startled by my sudden thought.
Then with the mentality of trying it out, I stick my right index finger with the black ring on it to the hole. Sure enough, the lock is unlocked and the door opened with a clank.
“I see, this ring was meant to enter here.”
I told Erna and Liz that I would check it out first and asked them to wait for me outside. When I opened the door, I was greeted by a small room. In the center of the room was a pedestal, on which several bundles of paper were placed.
“—Order?”
That’s what the cover of the paper says. I quickly flipped the cover open.
『I command my family, which is divided into two, to manage the world and samsara for all eternity. Your main objective is the salvation of souls and the expansion of our forces to defeat evil enemies. 』
Flip to the next page.
『Do not allow the gods to be enlightened. We must not let them abandon their duties. The gods are the custodians of the Eternal Cradle.』
Flip the next one.
『Serve people, dedicate yourselves to people. 』
I staggered back and slumped down on the floor.
What’s this?
My head is spinning. Then a golden light flashed through my mind. The gods are—
The gods….. are dominated by something? And, I get to know that?
“Shinichi? Not done yet?”
Hearing Erna’s voice, my consciousness clears. I hurriedly stood up, put the stack of papers back in place, and left the room quickly. Then I close the door and checked again and again that it is locked.
“What was inside?”
“There was nothing in there.”
“That seems suspicious.”
“It’s true. There was nothing there. Really.”
I broke into cold sweat. This seems like a truth that should not be known to any other. Somehow, I feel that it should be that way.
“He is supposed to be here…… Oh, there he is!”
Kurohime and the others enter the room one by one. None of them appeared to be injured.
“Master, what about Gohma?”
“He is not here.”
Liberto and the others showed a look of disappointment. I thought this would be the end of it as well.
“So what are we going to do now?”
“For the time being, we have no choice but to protect the survivors and find out where Gohma went.”
“I see. By the way, Master, your complexion doesn’t look good.”
“Don’t worry about it.”
I replied casually and went outside.
This is translated by Yume Neiji. Kindly read at yumeineijiworks.wordpress.com.
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