I’m Going to Destroy this Country

Angels.

From the Demon King’s perspective, they were annoying watchdogs.

They had a good sense of smell and were excellent hunting dogs that brought back the prey they were told to bite.

‘Well, to me, they were just tattling puppies.’

Hmm, in other words, it means they are beings that can discover the identity of a soul.

It means you have to be careful.

Is that all?

The angels weren’t just well-trained military dogs for nothing.

If Isaac rescued his subordinate, the angel would definitely try to deal with the subordinate. No, not just the angel. All the priests would try to catch the subordinate to help the angel.

But that would be troublesome.

Because if he can’t escape after going through the trouble of rescuing him, it’s all for nothing.

‘We need to create a situation where not everyone helps the angel.’

Of course, even if he luckily helps him escape, the aftermath is also a problem. Unless they’re stupid, they’ll try to find the culprit who helped him escape.

‘If we leave the angel alone, that bastard will definitely try to find the culprit.’

The noses of angels are sensitive, so it’s a headache.

Anyway, it means they’re a hindrance in many ways.

Then isn’t it better to send that hindrance away? Wouldn’t it be good to send them far away?

Well, incitement wasn’t difficult.

-The demons are only not attacking that angel!

With that one line, he could lift the mood for now.

Since humans and angels are demons’ favorite food, it’s strange for them not to attack.

But Isaac knew well.

‘In this situation, the probability of them attacking is low.’

That’s because there’s a top-tier food called the Sixth Demon tied up right in front of them. Even if they catch and eat humans and angels, their power increases, but the efficiency is low.

And above all, he secretly attached Whisper to the angel!

‘He’s emitting the Skeleton King’s energy, how could they dare approach out of fear? Haha!’

They’d be scared shitless and wouldn’t be able to approach either!

It’s like puppies getting scared and avoiding it when they smell a tiger.

Well, couldn’t the angel notice if you attach Whisper?

As if he could notice with the Sixth Demon there.

A speck of scent was enough to frighten the demons. To that extent, the energy of a 9th rank demon with overflowing murderous intent could be masked.

Moreover, since Shabnak was close enough for him to personally teach, he was heavily tainted with the Skeleton King’s power. Even the most outstanding hunting dog needs time to distinguish the energy.

‘If there were multiple ones, it might be different, but since it’s just one.’

Anyway, create a situation where the angel isn’t attacked to lift the mood a bit!

And then?

Heh, what’s so hard about bleeding a little!

Originally, using the Saint’s technique caused some dislocation. If you do it a bit strongly, you can make it to the stage of internal injury.

Ah, the blood didn’t come out as much as he thought, so Isaac intentionally made it reflux and spilled it all over. It needs to be more dramatic.

And no matter what, if you’re smeared with blood, everyone’s attention will be focused on you, right?

In that gap, have Whisper unlock the restraints. And Isaac was just going to have the released subordinate bastard handle the angel bastard, but…

‘You brat. The guy who was like a blockhead seems to have gotten quite sensible while locked up?’

He never thought he would frame the angel! And at that moment, Shabnak, who pointed out the opponent, attacked the angel’s face.

Thud!

-Kuak!

Apart from framing him, he must be enraged that his master was attacked.

Putting gratitude aside, if it were up to him, wouldn’t he want to curse ‘How dare you touch my master’ and slice him up?

‘Well, in the end, we need to silence him, so attacking is the right thing, but…’

Thud! Bam!

-Kuaak! You demon bastard…!

…Hey man. You need to leave the body intact.

As if he was really pissed off, Shabnak ripped the angel’s body apart as if tearing it.

Blood drops scattered in the air from the subordinate’s fierce blows. The torn wings fell to the ground like chunks of meat.

Thud!

Although engulfed in anger, he wasn’t throwing just any blows. The rational aspect of only targeting the angel’s vitals was befitting the Fourteen Demons.

[I’m grateful that you saved me, but I’ll have to eat your magic core and restore my power.]

He’s even deceiving them.

‘He wasn’t originally like that.’

[The top has to be clear for the bottom to be clear.]

What the hell, man?

As expected, the angel being attacked seemed dumbfounded.

-You, damn demon! What are you talking about, magic core!

Ah, he must feel veeery wronged.

He never saved him, but he’s being called a comrade and even getting beaten up while being told to hand over his magic core.

But the subordinate must also know. If he leaves room for doubt, his master will be in danger.

[Hand over your magic core, you bastard!]

-This guy, what nonsense are you… Aargh!

The angel, whose one arm was torn off, gritted his teeth and glared at Shabnak.

The face wasn’t visible. In the place where the neck should be, there was a face made of black magic, like a Dullahan*, and the stubborn undead body was energetic as if newly resurrected. The magic power soaring to the sky was so thick it was suffocating. (tl/n: is a type of legendary creature in Irish folklore. He is depicted as a headless rider on a black horse, or as a coachman, who carries his own head. )

That’s why it gave him goosebumps.

Is that really the demon that has been sealed for decades?

‘Strong.’

That is one of the Fourteen Demons, each said to be on the level of a Demon King.

No, is the Skeleton King who commanded those things as his limbs really a monster?

‘No, now’s not the time to think about that. I need to deal with it…’

With this much, he could still subdue it. Subdue this impudent bastard and offer him as a tribute to god.

But then.

Crunch.

‘…!?’

The sound of power being put into the demon’s gloved fist was heard.

At that sound, the blood drained from the angel’s face. He has the leeway to put in more strength here?!

‘Damn it!’

Soon Shabnak disappeared.

No, he couldn’t even see him move. There was only the sound and an impact on his stomach.

Crack!

It felt like his ribs were shattered.

He was strong, truly insanely strong. Only then did the angel understand why the upper generations had seizures while inwardly fearing them.

‘This is the Skeleton King’s subordinate…!’

But apart from that admiration, the angel’s teeth chattered.

‘Why isn’t anyone helping me!’

If there’s even a small gap, he can collect himself and counterattack!

Aren’t the bastards called priests just watching the situation in confusion!

‘No, it’s understandable.’

Given the situation, it seems he’s being suspected of being a demon, so it’s only natural.

Yeah. All of this happened because of that platinum blonde brat. If only that brat hadn’t made strange incitements!

‘I’ll kill that kid.’

The rule of not laying hands on a Saint candidate? Who cares about that!

‘There’s no way that kind of kid is a Saint in the first place!’

Even without looking, that much was certain. But there was something more urgent than killing the kid.

‘I need to call my allies. That way, we can investigate how that bastard was released!’

Hurry before the evidence disappears!

Soon, just as the angel was about to raise his voice to call his allies-

-Kuak?!

Shabnak quickly targeted the angel’s neck.

Swish!

As if to prevent him from making a sound, he cleverly ripped his neck while pretending to tear his body horizontally.

‘This bastard…!’

The angel collapsed, flapping his wings. He barely lifted his body, but Shabnak stepped back, pretending to grasp something.

[I’ve obtained your magic core too, so I’m withdrawing. Then I’ll leave the rest to you. My comrade.]

As soon as he finished speaking, voices erupted.

“As expected, he called the demon his comrade!”

No, damn it. What the hell?!

That bastard until the end!

The angel’s eyes turned bloodshot, but Shabnak immediately fled. It was better to get out before the Pope and Cardinals arrived.

At that sight, the angel barely got up from his spot.

-Hurry, catch that bastard… Kuak!

But the angel had no choice but to collapse forward again.

It was due to a powerful attack that flew from behind.

Boom! Boom, boom!

The long-range blows continued, making even the angel bleed. The angel turned his head, realizing the culprit of the attack.

‘This attack is…!’

Not far away, a priest waving a blue spirit robe was seen.

None other than Elai, the head of the Blue House. Rather than chasing the demon, the angel who was beaten by the head of the Blue House raised his blood pressure.

‘Damn it, what is this… Khugh!’

At that moment, sparks of pain flashed before the angel’s eyes.

-Kuak!

A shining blade chopped off the angel’s leg. A paladin who jumped down from the sky drove his sword into the angel.

The angel, noticing the blue color of the sword, widened his eyes.

‘Have these bastards really gone mad!’

But Lilai, who stabbed the sword, pulled it out with murderous intent.

“Who dares to touch my nephew?!”

He must have gone crazy after seeing Isaac covered in blood. And at the sight of his son grabbing the angel, the head of the Blue House spoke:

“Lilai. The neck is not allowed.”

“Can I cut off the arms then?”

Damn it, these crazy bastards! Are they in their right mind now?

In the end, unable to bear the sight, the Red priests set up spears.

No matter what, this messenger of god belonged to the Red god. The moment the Blue drew their swords, it was already a war of faith.

“Attacking a messenger of god, has the Blue really gone mad!”

But Lilai flashed his blue eyes viciously.

“Who do you think used murderous techniques on a servant of god first?”

“…There’s no evidence that he used murderous techniques!”

“Evidence? Isn’t that blood the evidence!”

Blood? Did he just say blood is the evidence?

The Red priests were about to grab the Blue by the collar.

“Obviously, your nephew must have put on an act! Remember what he did at the Red Pentagon! Isn’t he a demon bastard!”

Can’t deny that.

Isaac rolled his eyes, and the head of the Blue House inwardly remained silent, but Lilai raised his sword as if asking where the bullshit was coming from.

“Calling such a kind child a demon bastard!”

“You lunatic, have you lost your mind?”

The Red priests were already suspicious of Isaac’s faith. Naturally, they thought Isaac must have been involved in this incident.

“Bring him right now and…!”

But then. An angry voice rang out.

“Is this the time to fight among allies!”

“Everyone, track down the escaped Sixth Demon!”

At the shout of the White and Gold Cardinals, all the priests moved.

* * *

“Emergency! Emergency! The Sixth Demon has escaped!”

“All high-ranking priests in the Papacy, mobilize all forces to retrieve the Sixth Demon!”

The capital turned into chaos due to the escape of the demon. The Cardinals and all high-ranking priests left the capital to pursue them.

But Lilai seemed worried about Isaac and couldn’t leave.

“Isaac, are you okay!”

There’s no way his eyes wouldn’t turn at the sight of his nephew bleeding profusely.

But Naiser and the Red priests found Isaac very suspicious.

Especially Naiser.

‘It’s strange. That blood. No matter how I look at it, it seems like self-inflicted wounds, not from the messenger of god.’

Of course, only they who knew the Red techniques well could find it odd.

The Gold Cardinal, who stayed behind to protect the dignitaries, inwardly felt relieved seeing Isaac’s miserable state.

‘Although we lost the Sixth Demon, he won’t be able to choose a god, which is more important.’

Anyway, the goal was achieved. Of course, the person himself was inwardly snickering.

‘The blood was just refluxed, so it’s not a major injury anyway.’

So it won’t interfere with choosing a god. But to avoid suspicion, he should quickly heal it with Melissa’s rosary.

Lilai anxiously examined Isaac.

“Don’t worry. We’ll soon catch the Sixth Demon too. Then we can prove your innocence.”

Yeah, you can’t catch him.

No matter how hard the priests try to catch him, he’s not someone who will get caught.

Moreover, what can they do to catch him now that he’s free without any restraints?

But then.

“Lilai, take care of Isaac. I think I’ll have to go catch the Sixth Demon too.”

“!”

As the head of the Blue House moved, the eyes of the Red priests immediately changed.

Good. If only the head of the Blue House disappears, they can seize Isaac and investigate him. But Isaac’s face stiffened for a different reason.

Damn it!

No! Grandpa is a bit dangerous!

‘Even if he can somehow barely shake off two Cardinals, it’ll be difficult with grandfather too.’

The power of the head of the Blue House, almost on par with the Pope, is no joke. No matter how much of a subordinate, he will be caught.

With that thought, the crazy Isaac put on the performance of his life.

Pretending to be out of breath, he grabbed his grandfather.

“Grandpa… Isaac hurts so much. Don’t go.”

At that sight, the Red priests, who wouldn’t be pleased with Isaac, clicked their tongues.

It was an incident where the Sixth Demon escaped. Would the head of the Blue House not move in this situation?

‘It won’t work with that kind of whining.’

‘Come on, hurry and go. Then we can immediately investigate…’

“Okay. I won’t go.”

Damn it, why are you not going!!