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Chapter 34 - THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM

(Yoruichi Shihōin POV)

As I stroll through Kaibyō, the capital of Nekoshou's territory, my thoughts drift back to the day when Kuroka and I sought to join Lord Riser Phoenix's peerage. I remember the fierce battle we had to endure to prove our worth, which eventually led to me becoming his 2nd mutated pawn. I couldn't help but feel a bit disheartened at first, thinking pawns were mere expendable pieces. However, Lord Riser enlightened me about their true significance – how they could transform into any other piece, except the King, with the King's permission. It's hard to believe that ten years have passed so quickly.

As I approach the magnificent Phoenix Mansion near the center of Kaibyō, I catch sight of Lord Riser's imposing statue. It stands tall and proud, symbolizing the strength and resilience of Nekoshou's territory. The memories flood back, and I can't help but smile.

(Normal POV)

Suddenly, cracks begin to appear on the statue, multiplying rapidly until they cover the entire figure of Lord Riser Phoenix. A brilliant light shoots into the sky, and ominous black clouds begin to shroud Nekoshou's territory. People all across Nekoshou's territory, even from a distance, halt in their tracks, their eyes fixated on the crumbling statue. It's as if time stands still.

Yoruichi Shihōin (SHIHŌIN): (voiceover) What in the world is happening?

A murmuring crowd watches in astonishment as the statue of Lord Riser, a symbol of hope and strength, crumbles before their eyes.

Riser's voice echoes through the air, and the crowd falls into hushed reverence. "It gladdens me to know that God has prepared for a feast," it says. It's unmistakably the voice of their hero, Lord Riser Phoenix.

SHIHŌIN: (voiceover) (whispering to herself) A feast? What does he mean?

The people within Nekoshou's territory take solace in hearing his voice, believing that their savior is being honored by the gods with a feast. They cheer and celebrate, thinking that their beloved Lord Riser is being celebrated in the heavens.

But their joy turns to shock as the voice continues, "I do not lament my death, but still, it makes me wonder how the little piggies will grunt when they hear the tales of the death of their old boar."

A collective gasp sweeps through the crowd, and silence blankets the territory. No one can comprehend what they're hearing. It's as if their minds refuse to accept the unimaginable truth. Lord Riser Phoenix is gone.

SHIHŌIN: (voiceover) (whispering) No, it can't be true. This must be some kind of cruel prank.

(Kuoh Academy)

Issei withdraws his hand from Riser's chest, his hand dripping with Riser's blood. Kiba, too, removes his Holy Devil Sword, stained with blood, from Riser's chest. Riser's lifeless body crumples to the ground.

The stunned silence in the courtyard is broken by Rias Gremory, who rushes toward Issei, embracing him tightly and planting a deep kiss on his lips. The onlookers are left utterly speechless, struggling to process the events unfolding before them.

Rias Gremory :- (teary-eyed) Issei, you did it. You saved me from that nightmare.

ISSEI: (blushing) Rias, I couldn't have done it without everyone's help.

Kiba, who stands nearby, speaks with a mixture of relief and sorrow.

Kiba : We did what we had to, for Rias and for everyone. But it's still hard to believe...

Sona Sitri, recently engaged to Riser Phoenix, stands in disbelief, watching her future husband's life snuffed out by her ex-best friend's peerage members, following her ex-best friend's orders.

SONA: (whispering) This can't be happening. I was going to marry him...

Vali, overcome with grief, slowly approaches Riser's lifeless body, tears clouding his vision. He pleads with Riser, his voice cracking with emotion.

VALI: (sobbing) Hey, brother, don't play this cruel prank on me. You promised you'd always be there for me after I lost my parents and suffered at the hands of my own grandfather. You provided me with food, clothing, and shelter. You became my older brother and the only family I ever had. Please, don't leave me. Don't make me an orphan once again, with no one by my side.

Vali's original wings, along with his Divine Dividing wings, unfurl, as he pours his heart out to his fallen brother. Albion intervenes, warning Azazel of the impending danger.

Azazel, taking Albion's words to heart, orders a hasty retreat for himself and his fallen angels to avoid a dire fate.

Vali's eyes gleam with white light, resembling a dragon's as he prepares for what comes next. Magic circles materialize around him, indicating a brewing storm of power.

At that moment, Sirzechs Lucifer, Serafall Leviathan, and a legion of devils emerge from the magic circles. The stage is set for a confrontation that will determine the future of this tumultuous world.

End.