Volume 9 Chapter 39 The Role Of The Key
"...Seriously? Julius Roderest has been alive in this world for over 6,000 years?"
Upon hearing the truth from Shurka, Lisha was at a loss for words.
Only Mevia managed to mutter, breaking down the information.
"No matter what, it's impossible. Even demons with long lifespans couldn't possibly live for 6,000 years."
Even Shikin, who uses the "Mukyuuren (Infinite Forge)," can only live for a 1,000 years.
Julius' magic shouldn't have been able to prolong his life.
Shurka casually said as if it was nothing.
"I met Julius much later, so I can't confirm whether it's true or not, but he doesn't seem to be lying. Honestly, he's not the kind of person you measure by his magic abilities, so even if he's said to have lived for over 10,000 years, I believe it."
"...What on earth are you?"
Shurka crossed her legs and wore a mischievous smile.
"I am Shurka of the New World (Try Order). This organization was created by me and Julius."
"The 'key' was supposed to be seven people. And one is already dead."
"You probably already know. The first to die was me. It was troublesome to be targeted by demons, so I faked my death."
Shurka said nonchalantly.
"The idea that the door opens when the 'key' dies is a made-up story. Due to the forced rewriting of the God-Demon War, as time passes, cracks appear in the spell, and new guardians are called."
"Why did you gather us here by such means? If you have the qualifications of a Saint, then you must have them too."
"Yes, that's right. However, that was not enough. The first Saint Lyla supposedly controlled all the magic of the seven people present here alone."
"Is that so――!?"
It's no wonder that Lisha exclaimed in surprise.
Mevea's 'Tenken (Heaven's Sword)', Lisha's 'Sanctuary', and Sharla's 'Meikai (Open Hell)' alone have the power to disrupt the power balance between nations.
In addition to that, there's Yunea's interference with souls, Bertina's time manipulation, Fiona's 'Gajou (My Castle)', and Shurka's magic, who hasn't been seen yet.
A magician who can handle all of these is like a character from a fairy tale.
"Saint Lyla took many magicians from Earth with her power and set off for Asteris, becoming the prototype of a goddess. What we desired was for you all to inherit her power."
Julius' goal was only to acquire the 'key' that possesses the qualification of a Saint from the start.
However, it was impossible for Julius to bring only them to this world, transcending space.
"That's why he used the God-Demon War, right?"
"That's right. The rituals of the God-Demon War incorporate the magic of Saint Lyla, who traveled to a different world in the past. By utilizing that, he was able to call upon all of you as the conditions for victory in the battle."
"But then, Guardians are brought along?"
"As expected, those who have traveled the world are quick to understand. Originally, we didn't need the Guardians or even the demons for our purpose. However, in order to maintain the form of the God-Demon War, we absolutely needed warriors from the human race and the demons."
"You brought the entire game board just because you wanted pawns? That's a ridiculous idea."
Shurka laughed at the interesting metaphor.
"Now you understand, right? Our fate depends on this battle."
"...What will happen if you guys win?"
"This Kakehashi (Bridge to the Universe) is still incomplete. The most important part is missing."
Shurka shrugged her shoulders.
Without even asking, she knew what the missing part was or who it was.
In other words, if Julius and the others win, all the 'keys' here will become part of the magic of the Bridge to the Universe.
"A magic that requires sacrificing Saint to complete... What exactly are you trying to do?"
In response to Mevia's question, Shurka simply smiled.
As if she wasn't the one to give the answer.
Mevia sat deeply in her chair.
Looking up, the battle was intensifying right now.
In the end, it doesn't change what they can do, whether they know the truth or not.
Believing that their comrades will win, all they can do is wait.
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