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Surprisingly well-endowed.
Badr stared at the two, sensing a dangerous aura emanating from them.
These girls were not weak.
Moreover, they possessed a terrifying presence that felt strangely familiar...
Then, Xenovia ripped off the white cloth covering her large sword, while Irina Shidou removed a bracelet-like object from her arm. The bracelet transformed into a long sword.
The familiar feeling in Badr's heart intensified.
This aura...
He remembered!
"...Holy Swords?"
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He recalled the last time he encountered Holy Sword wielders; it was during the encounter with the Fallen Angel experimental group in the alternate dimension.
That experience had left a lasting impression on him, showcasing power that surpassed even that of Ultimate-Class Devils.
"Eh? You recognize them as Holy Swords? Not bad, you're knowledgeable."
Irina Shidou revealed her small canines with a smug grin.
"Be careful, this is the Excalibur Mimic, specifically designed to counter Devils. By the way, Xenovia's is the Excalibur Destruction. Getting hit by either one will cause a Devil immense pain~"
The girl's tone carried a hint of pride, perhaps a characteristic of Irina Shidou's personality.
Badr was not afraid. He had already experienced the power of Holy Swords firsthand.
"Thanks for the heads-up, but you should be more worried about yourselves."
As his words fell, Badr launched a fierce attack, showing no hesitation despite facing two opponents.
"Irina, I'll handle him alone," Xenovia declared, seemingly unwilling to take advantage of their numbers.
She instantly vanished with her Holy Sword, meeting Badr's attack with unwavering resolve.
Clang!
Their figures flashed as the King Sword and the Excalibur Destruction clashed without any fancy maneuvers, producing a deafening sound wave.
Destructive energy erupted, forcing both Badr and Xenovia to stagger back from the sheer force of the impact.
"Huh? His weapon..."
Irina Shidou's eyes widened slightly, focusing on Badr's King Sword.
She vaguely sensed a majestic aura emanating from the sword, as if she were facing a valiant king.
Xenovia clashed with Badr once more, her curiosity piqued by the King Sword, which rivaled her own Holy Sword in both Power and Technique!
Unlike her Excalibur Destruction, which was essentially a flawed replica, Badr's sword seemed to be a genuine Holy Sword, a weapon surpassing ordinary sacred gears.
Badr had never feared Holy Swords, having learned about them from Rias.
The original Holy Sword of the Church was once a true King's sword, but it was shattered in a battle. The Church gathered the fragments and forged seven Holy Swords from them.
While they were all Holy Swords, their power paled in comparison to the original King's sword.
And Badr's weapon was also a King's sword!
In terms of prestige, the owner of the Sword and Shield of the King had fought countless battles, protecting millions of lives and ensuring peace and prosperity. He was revered by all and even admired by gods.
How could a sword and shield forged with the blessings of such a benevolent king be inferior to any other King's sword?
"I misjudge you."
Xenovia observed Badr's calm demeanor. The young man stood poised, his silver sword gleaming. Despite his stillness, his spirit and energy continued to rise.
He resembled a king commanding an army, embodying the collective will of the people, as if he had become the embodiment of faith.
Badr's mind remained tranquil. As his power grew, his mastery over the Sword and Shield of the Benevolent King increased, gradually unlocking the full potential of the sacred gear.
"Both of you should attack together."
Badr declared calmly, taking a step forward and vanishing from sight.
Xenovia, however, could keep pace with Badr's speed. Her strength was remarkable, making her a formidable opponent among Middle-Class Devils.
But Badr was not just any Middle-Class Devil. He was currently using only a fraction of his demonic power and had yet to unleash his full arsenal.
Xenovia was hesitant to gang up on him, but both she and Irina sensed a sudden surge in Badr's power.
The demonic energy emanating from the King Sword amplified several times over!
"What!"
Irina was shocked. Without hesitation, she joined the battle, working alongside Xenovia to counter Badr's attack.
Her judgment proved to be accurate.
With the Excalibur Destruction alone, Xenovia would have been unable to withstand Badr's strike.
The King Sword descended with unstoppable force, deflecting both the Excalibur Mimic and the Excalibur Destruction.
It wasn't that the Holy Swords were weak; rather, Irina and Xenovia had been caught off guard by Badr's sudden power boost.
The clash of the three swords unleashed a torrent of demonic energy, creating a whirlwind that swept through the small plaza where they fought.
Several nearby shops were damaged. Had Badr not used common sense alteration to disperse the crowd beforehand, the ensuing chaos would have been significant.
Caught unprepared, Irina Shidou and Xenovia were both sent flying, crashing to the ground in a rather undignified manner.
Badr did not pursue them, the King Sword disappearing in a flash of silver light.
The two girls coughed and slowly got to their feet, their holy power still unstable.
Badr had not held back in his attack. Had they failed to block it, they would have suffered severe injuries.
"What was that power? It suddenly amplified your attack several times over..."
Xenovia asked curiously.
"It's the ability of my sacred gear."
Badr did not hide the truth.
After successfully activating the "Endless Dusk City" in a Rating Game, Badr discovered that the King Sword also possessed incredible abilities.
He had previously assumed that the power of the Sword and Shield of the Benevolent King resided solely in the Shield, neglecting the King Sword. Upon realizing his misunderstanding, he had thoroughly explored the sword's capabilities.
He had successfully unlocked the ability to amplify his own power using the King Sword alone.
Just as the Sacred Shield became an impenetrable barrier when the Endless Dusk City was activated, the King Sword could also activate its amplification independently.
Badr had just used this ability to catch the two girls off guard and defeat them.
"This was just a lesson. Asia is now a Devil and has no connection to your Church anymore. She will have a new life, so please don't bother her again."
Badr spoke softly, ignoring the two Holy Sword wielders as he walked towards Asia, taking her hand and leading her away.
Only after they had left did Xenovia and Irina Shidou finally release their suppressed pain, coughing up blood in unison.
"W-We..lost."
Irina whimpered pitifully.
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Leaving the bustling street, Badr and Asia teleported to Rias castle.
"Are you hurt?"
Asia was worried about Badr, knowing that the two Holy Sword wielders were quite powerful. Badr's victory had not been as effortless as it seemed.
"I'm fine."
Badr shook his head. Xenovia had indeed put him under pressure, which was why he had resorted to using the King Sword' ability.
Their fight had been a personal matter, and neither side wanted to escalate the situation. They couldn't afford to prolong the conflict, so Badr had used his trump card to gain the upper hand and then immediately disengaged.
In this era, apart from some troublemakers within the Fallen Angels, Devils, Angels, and Fallen Angels were not necessarily sworn enemies.
The peace treaty signed centuries ago still held considerable weight, and the leaders of the three factions generally respected the current state of affairs.
Therefore, the fight between Badr and the two Holy Sword wielders was technically forbidden.
Unless they encountered exiled Stray individuals, they were not allowed to engage in combat freely.
Badr's negative perception of Fallen Angels stemmed from the existence of a group within their ranks dedicated to hunting down Sacred Gear wielders.
These Fallen Angels would either try to steal the Sacred Gears or eliminate the wielders to remove any potential threats.
Badr and Asia had once been targeted by such a group, which was why Badr harbored a lingering dislike for Fallen Angels.
Even though he now knew that there were also peaceful individuals among the Fallen Angels, he still held a certain degree of prejudice.
He couldn't help it. After all, he had been killed once by such a Fallen Angel.
If Rias hadn't reincarnated him as a Devil, his journey as a transmigrator would have been for naught. How could he not hold a grudge?
"I need to inform Rias about this."
Badr said to Asia as they entered the castle. Rias and Akeno Himejima didn't seem to be back yet.
After waiting for a while, Rias and Akeno Himejima emerged from the teleportation circle, their expressions filled with urgency.
"Badr! Asia! Are you alright?"
Rias rushed towards them, embracing them both in a tight hug, visibly relieved.
"Uh, President..." Asia was bewildered.
"Rias, what's wrong?"
Badr inquired curiously.
"Did you encounter the Holy Sword wielders? Did they attack you?"
"Hmm? So you already know."
He had planned to report the incident to Rias, but it seemed unnecessary now.
"Akeno and I went to see Sona Sitri, and she informed us that the Church's Holy Sword wielders had appeared and were in your vicinity. I was worried that you might encounter them, and when we arrived at the scene, we found traces of a battle."
Rias explained the situation, her voice laced with lingering fear.
"Holy Sword wielders are dangerous individuals. I was prepared for the worst when I returned. Thankfully... Thankfully you're both alright..."
She hugged Badr and Asia tightly, her voice firm. "I'll cherish you both even more from now on."
Badr finally understood, a soft smile gracing his lips.
He could feel Rias genuine concern and anxiety. Before arriving in this world, he would never have imagined forming such a close bond with anyone.
It was Rias and the others who had gradually changed him.
His gaze softened as he gently embraced Rias. "I'm fine. I'm sorry for making you worry."
"Hehe, and Badr even defeated those two Holy Sword wielders!"
Asia exclaimed proudly, her heart filled with warmth as she recalled Badr's decisive actions in defending her. Her eyes were practically sparkling with admiration.
"What? You defeated them?"
Both Rias and Akeno Himejima were surprised, clearly not expecting Badr to be capable of such a feat.
"I took advantage of their underestimation and caught them off guard."
Badr didn't think it was anything special. After all, it wasn't a life-or-death battle, and neither side had fought with their full strength.
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