The tension between Mike and Maria continued to grow, with Mike's ambitious plans looming over them and Maria's resolve wavering. As Mike became more certain of his power, which increased daily thanks to the system bestowed by Asmodeus, he looked at the world with a desire to destroy the old order and build something new from its ashes. Yet, Maria knew that strength and determination alone wouldn't be enough.
The owners of Heaven's Blessing were not only physically or magically powerful but also experienced and wise, battle-tested over years. Brave and ruthless Layla Snowflake, manipulative and cunning Silvana Nightshade, as well as Gabriella Ashford and Verena Lilith, who could purify dark powers and revive the dead, were opponents who could not be underestimated. Even with all the information Maria had provided, their skills and power still posed a great challenge for Mike.
