It Is Fate To Be Loved by the Villains

357. Bonding (10)

※ I’ve revised Episode 356. I changed the last part of the development.

For Eleanor Erinarize La Tristane, there is no doubt that the power dormant in her heart evokes a strange sense of affinity.

It’s like the feeling of a longtime companion with her. When you share a body for a long time, whether you like it or not, affection is bound to accumulate.

“-Don’t make me laugh-!”

In that sense.

It seemed unnecessary to explain the extent of Eleanor’s anger, as she grabbed the gray demon’s collar with a thunderous roar, ready to burst out.

“…”

“…”

The voice, powerful enough to make both San and I turn to each other without a word, was unmistakable.

Beyond mere anger, it felt like a level of rage that could soon achieve a mythical feat, tearing through the air.

And as Eleanor grabbed the gray demon’s collar and then proceeded to kick it while it was down, it was clear that it wasn’t entirely off the mark.

“…Is that a human carrying a demon right now?”

“…She’s at the level of a judo gold medalist.”

“What are you talking about?”

In fact, it felt more like she had brought all the combat sports in the Olympics into one place.

If this was a match, Eleanor’s fierce pounding on the gray demon’s head would have undoubtedly received a standing ovation.

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Of course, the gray demon wasn’t just taking it lying down. Its magic spread like a rising tide, engulfing the surroundings.

However, even with such an unbelievable power that could manipulate reality temporarily, it couldn’t immediately stop Eleanor.

[…!]

Eventually, it seemed that even the gray demon realized that using magic was futile, and the fight soon turned into a hand-to-hand combat.

With two identical-looking women clashing, shockwaves rippled out, causing the surroundings to vibrate to a terrifying extent. The unreal spectacle of a transcendent being engaging in a battle with a human continued, even among the mythical beings.

San, who had been staring blankly at the scene, eventually asked in a voice that seemed to have lost its soul.

“…What am I even looking at right now? How is that even possible?”

“No, it’s quite simple, really.”

Knowing my plan and anticipating that I would drain the powers of other demons, I had already secretly taken away the Grey Devil’s ‘main body.’ In that case, the nature revealed on that side is also clear.

In other words,

The main body of the Grey Devil is not separate somewhere but is the true form of Elnor within the current timeline.

The fact that the Grey Devil exhibited an exceptionally transcendental power even compared to other demons is also due to his influence. Unlike other demons, the Grey Devil is almost always in a state of fusion with his main body.

‘Originally, other demons could have wielded much higher abilities…’

But at the point where impurities were mixed into the main body and completely fused separately, it became meaningless.

And, such a conclusion is attributed to one fact.

“In other words, if you just subdue that, all your worries will disappear.”

“…What?”

“If the Grey Devil is subdued by Elnor, losing his ‘control,’ then the root cause of the situation you’re worried about will be cut off entirely, won’t it?”

If the worry is the world being torn apart by the rampage of demons, I had said that neutralizing all demons would solve it. If the issue on that side is resolved now, it means keeping that promise intact.

“…Can that really happen? Humans subduing demons?”

“I said it can.”

Of course, it’s an assumption that would never hold true under normal circumstances.

The Grey Devil is in a situation where, assuming he always captures himself in this kind of situation, he has taken Elnor’s body as his ‘main body,’ relinquishing over half of his power.

It’s a perfect situation for one to fall for their own trick.

“If things go this way, their fight will ultimately resolve into a showdown of one thing, right?”

So.

That’s it.

“…Who likes me more.”

“…”

Seon Gak-ja, standing next to her, looks incredulous, his mouth hanging open.

This is real.

The two are locked in a battle of wills, and in this situation, the only cause for exerting willpower is that.

“So, what, you won’t help?”

“No.”

“…Is this guy really trash?”

“No, but I’ve never believed it once.”

“What?”

“That my fiancé is the person who likes me most on Earth.”

“…You’re really good at wrapping it up, you trash.”

“…”

Although Seon Gak-ja spat out those words, the scene unfolding before me betrayed not even a hint of doubt about that belief.

Eleanor, grabbing the neck of the fierce gray demon resisting fiercely, pulls her down to the ground.

I remember seeing something similar before. Didn’t the gray demon grab the white demon and grind her down to the ground like that once?

“Daud is my husband…!”

With a voice filled with condensed anger reaching its limit, Eleanor’s words drop from her lips, along with the sight of her returning the same treatment to the opponent.

“Past, present, future! Everything must be bound to me. All of it belongs to me!”

…”

Hmm.

Well, then.

So, is it right to say that being obsessed to this extent is enjoyable, or is it more accurate to say it’s detestable?

Beyond anger, it verges on a vow. The determination expressed by a woman who has never shown a passionate side before is to the extent that even I, untouched by this situation, find myself involuntarily shrinking back.

“God! Devil! Angel! Anyone! You can’t take that away from me!”

Matching her words, she grabs the demon’s head and brings it down to the ground as if shattering it.

…”

Merciless doesn’t even begin to describe it.

I get the distinct feeling that this person has truly endured a lot up until now…

“Carve it into that body painfully-!”

While I shudder uncontrollably.

Amidst Eleanor beating down the strongest demon like catching a wild dog, a thunderous roar erupts, as if lightning struck from her mouth.

“For daring to steal my first experience-!”

With those words.

Eleanor violently slams the gray demon’s head to the ground.

Eventually, the main body of the gray demon shatters into pieces, scattering in all directions.

Thanks to receiving more than enough shock, the limit of what can manifest in the material realm has been completely depleted.

Here is the translation of the novel excerpt:

In a breathtaking scene where humans conquer demons,

It had truly come to pass.

“…Your mistress over there is not a mere mortal.”

With a gesture suggesting the leader had no words to respond, I silently agreed.

“But anyway, she’s your mistress, right?”

“…Is that so?”

Why bring that up all of a sudden?

“Regardless of conquering demons, don’t you have to live your life as a human who can also conquer demons from now on?”

…”

“…Can you find happiness?”

I don’t know.

That’s something I’ll have to figure out somehow in the future.

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“-Hoo, hoo-“

Though the wedding dress proudly prepared this morning was in complete disarray, Eleanor, who didn’t care at all, wiped away the sweat dripping like rain as she got up.

The gray magic still lingered around her, and it was apparent that Eleanor’s heart, the source of it all, was pulsating with heat. However, unlike before, there was no hint of Eleanor being swayed by it.

“…If you lost, stay quiet. From now on, you shall listen to me.”

A dissatisfied energy rose within her heart, but instead of replying, Eleanor fiercely struck her own heart with her fist.

…”

…”

Just a moment ago, didn’t I hear a sharp sound over there?

What in the world is happening to my body?

“-Just be quiet and listen. It’s my turn to speak now.”

At those words, the magic within my heart quiets down.

It’s clear to anyone that Eleanor has the upper hand in this power game between the two.

As I look in that direction, I soon turn my gaze to Sungakja with a determined meaning.

I have fulfilled my promise. It’s your turn to respond.

“So.”

Sungakja lets out a deep sigh and brushes his hair back.

“…Is this settled for now?”

The emotions mixed in his voice are practically close to disappointment.

I think I would have a similar reaction if the purpose I’ve pursued all my life is resolved in a way I never expected.

“…I can’t just forget.”

I dare not try to fathom the emotions embedded in this guy’s past.

“But still, I can give you a chance, can’t I?”

…

He remains silent at my words, clearly pondering his response for quite some time.

I don’t know what thoughts might be running through my mind, but there’s only one answer that must be given at this point.

“-Really. You can’t stop it.”

It was practically an acceptance, in other words.

A relieved smile spread across my face.

Because the meaning behind it was clear.

＜ System Message ＞

[ You’ve accessed the ‘Special Ending’. ]

[ Related bonuses will soon be unlocked! ]

The end of my journey was now just around the corner.

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