As Asmo stood before Lucifer, he was utterly shocked by the gravity of Lucifer's ultimatum. How could his own brother demand that he hand over Maria, to be left vulnerable and defenseless, like a lamb to the slaughter? Asmo found himself blurting out, "Why the hell would I do that?"
Lucifer locked eyes with Asmo, his gaze unwavering as he questioned, "What are you doing?" Asmo couldn't find the words to respond. Perhaps he was unable to articulate his actions, or maybe he was grappling with his own confusion. One thing, however, was crystal clear to him – he would never allow his brothers to lay their filthy hands on Maria.
In this tense moment, the air crackled with unspoken emotions. Asmo's inner turmoil and determination clashed against Lucifer's chilling demand. The weight of their unspoken conflict hung heavy in the air, as the fate of Maria and the bond between the brothers teetered on a precarious edge.
In the depths of Asmo's conflicted spirit, Maria held an irreplaceable position – she was his obsession, his mortal temptation, and the solitary human being who had ever demonstrated genuine care for him. She beseeched the heavens on his behalf, a fact that never failed to stir the tumult of conflicting emotions within him.
Asmo found himself casting blame upon his own Father for the intricate web in which he found himself entangled. How could the divine entity heed the supplications of someone who longed to witness the embodiment of evil, only to subsequently strip them of their grace and abandon them to the caprice of the very Devil they sought? It was an enigma that gnawed at Asmo's spirit, festering with resentment and confusion.
Yet, in the face of this seemingly insurmountable predicament, Asmo recognized that he had no recourse but to shield Maria at any cost. Even if it entailed pitting himself against both Lucifer and Satan in a harrowing battle, he was resolute in his commitment to safeguarding Maria from the perils that loomed ominously on the horizon.
As Asmo sought to reason with the resolute Lucifer, he endeavored to penetrate the impenetrable fortress of his brother's mind. "Lucifer, listen to me. Recall that you anointed me as the King of Hell, and that designation was not conferred without a pact. Within that pact lies your unwavering allegiance to me," Asmo asserted, his tone weighted with authority and conviction.
To this, Lucifer retorted with unyielding force, "That pact never dictated that I heed your counsel when it borders on foolishness."
Undeterred, Asmo pressed on, invoking the authority vested in him, "Perhaps not, but as your king, your obedience is implicit. If I decree that you listen, then listen you shall. And if I command you to kneel before me, then kneel you must!" Asmo's declaration resonated with an unshakable certainty.
In a fraction of time, as Lucifer advanced to fulfill his intent of reaching Maria, an unseen force seemed to seize hold of him, wrenching him inexorably towards the earth. Before he comprehended the sudden turn of events, he found himself prostrated upon the ground, his eyes widened in disbelief. The terms of the pact that Asmo had brokered with them could not account for such an enigmatic manifestation. There existed only one conceivable explanation to elucidate this inexplicable occurrence – Maria had bestowed her grace upon Asmo, thereby transfiguring him into the Holy Devil.
In the realm of the supernatural, the grace of a saint wielded unparalleled power, endowing its recipient with authority over celestial entities, including angels, and even the formidable princes of hell.
Mammon, astutely perceiving Lucifer's compliance with Asmo's directive, grappled with the inconceivable notion of Lucifer yielding to Asmo's will. The very concept of Lucifer, the Prince of pride, bowing before Asmo, was utterly inconceivable. His unyielding pride rendered the notion of him subjugating his ego as anathema.
As Asmo beheld the sight of Lucifer, forcibly brought to his knees in a manner that defied the fundamental fabric of their reality, a profound realization dawned upon him. The inexplicable phenomenon could only be attributed to one undeniable truth – Maria had bestowed her blessing upon him, endowing him with her grace.
The unprecedented nature of Asmo's transformation into the Blessed Fallen heralded a paradigm shift in the annals of history. This newfound incarnation endowed Asmo with a potency that eclipsed even his Convergence form alongside Mammon. As the Blessed Fallen, he possessed the extraordinary ability to expel his brethren and bend them to his will, a capability that seemingly extended to celestial beings as well. In essence, he emerged as a formidable weapon, wielding unparalleled dominion within the depths of Hell.
Lucifer, cognizant of the perilous implications of Asmo's newfound power, harbored trepidations regarding the potential repercussions of Asmo's confrontation with Satan. Recognizing the imminent peril, he opted to avert a confrontation between Asmo and Satan at this critical juncture.
In a bid to diffuse the escalating tension, Lucifer addressed Asmo, "Asmo, I shall permit your departure with her. It is imperative that you vacate this vicinity before the arrival of Satan."
Asmo resolutely refused to let Lucifer off the hook, asserting, "It's not as though you have a choice. Now, release Mammon from the restraints of your Saber Chains and bind yourself with them."
Despite struggling against the compulsion to comply with Asmo's directive, Lucifer found himself unable to resist. He reluctantly obeyed, akin to a compliant subordinate, succumbing to the orders of his counterpart.
During this intense moment, Lucifer harbored a certainty that he would not hesitate to eliminate Asmo given the opportunity, even before facing the wrath of Satan.
In the midst of this tense exchange, Mammon stood up and conveyed, "Asmo, your newfound powers are undeniably impressive, but it is imperative that you ensure the safety of the lady by taking her far away from here."
Mammon stood up and addressed Asmo, "Asmo, your newfound powers are undeniably impressive, but it is imperative that you ensure the safety of the lady by taking her far away from here."
Agreeing with Mammon's assessment, Asmo sought to ascertain Mammon's plan, asking, "What course of action do you intend to pursue while I make my escape?"
"I will endeavor to buy you time by engaging in a strategic delay of Satan," Mammon declared with resolve. Asmo readily accepted this plan, recognizing Mammon's exceptional prowess in battle, despite his infrequent participation.
Subsequently, Asmo swiftly proceeded into the chamber to retrieve Maria, seizing her hand and leveraging the newfound capabilities bestowed upon him by his transformation. His unyielding desire to be in close proximity to Maria, a sentiment that had persisted every day, underscored the depth of his emotions.