Chapter 561 - 551 Asem deployed a magic circle and hurled it into the sky

Chapter 561: Chapter 551 Asem deployed a magic circle and hurled it into the sky

"Fufu, quite a fascinating mechanism, isn’t it? Those children possess the ability to copy their opponent’s abilities as they fight. The longer you drag this out, the more abilities they will mimic. And there is one more thing."

Asem deployed a magic circle and hurled it into the sky. The circle glowed intensely, projecting a giant image into the air. It was a live feed of the Gate connecting this artificial world to our original world.

As we watched in disbelief, a horrific scene unfolded on the screen.

"You’ve got to be kidding me...?! They’re invading our world?!"

That’s right—the familiars we were fighting were passing through the Gate and invading our home world! Even now, fierce battles were raging on the other side between our allies and the invading forces! At this rate, the human world would—

That thought likely crossed everyone’s mind. But Asem pushed us even further into despair.

"Worried about the impact on the human world? Too late. This battle is being broadcast live to the general human population. Every single detail of it. Now, what will you do? Can you hear the sound of your world crumbling getting closer?"

Asem brushed off massive attacks from various Gods with a single hand. Was he truly intending to drive us into absolute despair?!

---I have yet... to hear the voice of the world...!

Asem’s earlier words flashed through my mind. Right before absorbing Trihexa, he had definitely said those words. Was this what you meant all along, Asem...?!

Clutching the wound on his flank, Saji forced himself back up. Despite blood pouring profusely through his fingers, he glared at the familiar with unwavering resolve.

『I won’t... let you go any further...! As if I’d let you mess up our world any more than this...!』

His shoulders heaved as he coughed up a glob of blood. Looking as if he might collapse at any second, Saji called out to me.

『Hey, Hyoudou... To be honest, I have a younger brother and sister... After mom and dad passed away in an accident... grandpa raised us instead. But grandpa passed away a while back too...』

It was a part of Saji’s family history I had never known.

『After that, I met Sona-president... Sona-san.』

Whether it was coincidence or fate, Saji had met Sona.

Sona had discovered the power sleeping within him—the Sacred Gear Absorption Line—and helped him awaken it. Saji then formed a master-servant contract with her, becoming her Pawn. Thanks to gaining the massive backing of the Sitri household, he was able to protect his younger siblings.

Saji continued, 『I was... always being protected! By grandpa, by Sona-san...! Even now, the fact that I can protect my family isn’t because of my own strength...!』

That’s why! Saji’s voice resounded with fierce determination—

『From now on, I’ll be the one doing the protecting! My precious people! My precious family and comrades! There’s no way in hell I’m dying in a place like this!』

The Black Dragon King roared toward the sky. And joining him, naturally, was that man.

"Well said, Shirou Saji! If a junior says all that and I don’t get fired up, I’d be lying!"

Riser, who had been holding off the dragon-type familiar alone while Saji was down, landed beside him. Even though the empowered familiar had left Riser battered and bloodied, he wore a smirk upon hearing Saji’s words.

Saji asked, 『Riser-san, can you still go?』

"I’ve got plenty left! ...Is what I’d like to boast, but truth be told, I barely have any energy remaining. Enough for one big shot at best."

『What a coincidence. Same here.』

The dragon-type familiar opened its massive jaws, gathering immense energy. Having evolved, its already formidable power had become significantly more terrifying. If an attack like that were unleashed, allies caught in its line of fire would be instantly wiped out.

The charge completed, and the familiar’s aura swelled to its absolute limit.

Then—a beam of destruction was unleashed.

"Here we go!"

『Right!』

The aura surrounding Saji and Riser flared up! A tempestuous heatwave mixed with black fire laced with curses, crashing directly into the beam of destruction!

"『HAAAAAAAARRRRRGGGGGHHHHHH!』"

Power collided violently against power! However, their combined flames were gradually being pushed back!

"Saji! Riser!" I screamed out.

But the response I got back from the two was:

"Quiet down for a second, Hyoudou Issei! I told you, I’m the man who will defeat you! I can’t die in a place like this!"

『Hyoudou, just sit back and rest! We’ve got this covered! Besides, there’s no way I’m dying before I get shotgun-married to Sona-san!』

"Wait, isn’t that totally different from what you were just saying?!"

Is the Serious-Breaker wave hitting the Sitri peerage too?! Are you candidate number one, Saji-kun?! Sure, a shotgun wedding with Sona might be your dream, but still!

『Besides...! How can I call myself a Dragon King if I can’t handle something of this level?! What kind of Dragon King doesn’t put his life on the line at a time like this?!』

"And what kind of Phenex gives up over a minor setback like this?! A man of the Phenex house steps forward when it counts! ...No, that’s not it."

Saji and Riser thrust their hands forward. Scorched by the enemy’s beam, Saji’s pitch-black armor shattered into pieces, and half of Riser’s arm was blown away. Yet, from their palms, an enormous flame manifested. The hellfire of the Phenex and the dark fire of the Dragon King fused, growing larger, hotter, and vastly more powerful.

And then, both shouted at the absolute top of their lungs:

"『IF WE CAN’T OVERCOME SOMETHING LIKE THIS, WHAT KIND OF MEN WOULD WE BE?!』"

Their merged inferno pushed back the beam of destruction, engulfing it entirely—burning the powerful familiar to ash. Not a single trace of dust remained.

[Third-Person POV Side]

"Damn it! What the hell are these things?!"

Near the Gate connecting the two worlds in the waters near Japan.

This was the very location where Rias and the others had fought prior to entering the world created by Asem. Once the offensive units from various factions—including members of Team DxD—had stepped through, the battle situation here had stabilized to a degree.

However, just a moment ago, new enemies had emerged through the Gate. These were the newly created familiars brought forth by Asem. Each possessed formidable combat strength and regeneration abilities, led by high-tier command units in a deeply troublesome horde.

Naturally, the forces here were facing a grueling battle just like Issei and his group. Cut down repeatedly, the endless waves of enemies threatened to crush their spirits.

Yet, the warriors did not break. Perhaps it was because they too had something precious to protect. The reason they could keep fighting was simple—hope.

That’s right—the presence of the Physical Fighter Magical Girl!

"Devil-san, Mil-tan is gonna do it-nyo! I shall apply your teachings right here and now! NYOOOOOOOOO!"

Muscles bulged violently! A lovely aura utterly unsuited to his appearance whipped around like a raging tempest!

What was about to happen?! No, nobody was surprised anymore! No one even knew how to react or point out the absurdity! The only thing anyone knew for sure was that something insane was about to go down!

Now, manifest! O figure of hope! The ultimate Otokonoko!

"TRANS-AM NYOOOOOOOOOO!"

---Trans-Am Mil-tan, launching.

The Physical Fighter Magical Girl evolves.

[Third-Person POV Side End]~ Next Chapter Preview ~

Azazel: "To treat even the Gods like infants... To think Asem would become this powerful after absorbing Trihexa. Hey, Issei! The way I see it, you’re the only one who can beat that guy! Go put an end to this already!"

Issei: "I want to do that too! But with my current state...!"

Ignis: "Don’t rush, you two. Just as Azazel-kun says, the one who can bring an end to this battle is Issei. But Issei’s power doesn’t belong to him alone. Everyone’s wishes will become Issei’s strength. Now, let us go! Beyond the Oppai!"

Azazel: "Woah woah woah, is this really happening?! Is it really that?! Well, I won’t say another word. That’s what makes you the Oppai Dragon, after all. Go, Issei! Suck, Oppai Dragon!"

Ignis: "Next time! ’The Dragon of Oppai Descends! If I Don’t Suck, Who Will?!’"

Azazel: "Be sure to watch!"

Issei: "WHAAAAAAAT?! Is this for real?! Are you serious?! Wait, I’ve definitely seen that title somewhere before?!"

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