Chapter 100
"Now then, this crystal appears to be channeling energy from the Abyss into Scarlet, accelerating her transformation into a Supreme demon."
"Supreme demon transformation?"
"It’s said to be a trait possessed by demonkin. Under specific conditions, demonkin can evolve into Supreme demons."
"It’s not a certainty?"
‘It’s said to be.’ ‘Appears to be.’ Such vague phrasing.
"My father and even my grandparents have never seen it happen. Anything from before recorded demon realm history is beyond us, but as far as I know, no one has ever truly transformed into a Supreme demon. I’d always dismissed it as just a rumor."
Albert-sama paused for a moment.
"But watching my sister and Mina… I’m beginning to think it might not be so far-fetched after all. Both of them are among the strongest beings in the current demon realm. They far surpass ordinary demonkin. Their mana is overwhelming—so much so that even lesser magical beasts can’t come near them. And their magical prowess… well, it speaks for itself. If anyone is close to becoming a demon god, it’s probably them."
"Ooh… Mina-kun, Al-kun’s praising us. He’s absolutely gushing!"
"I didn’t realize Al held us in such high regard. That makes me happy."
Lady Cecilia and Minato-sama patted Albert-sama’s head. He looked a bit embarrassed but didn’t seem to dislike it.
"Wow~ That’s so like Lady Cecilia and Lord Minato. Amazing as always!"
"It’s not just about them, Yuuka."
"Huh? What do you mean, Iris-san?"
Iris-san looked exasperated. What does she mean it’s not just about them?
"Your master, Albert, is known by the title 'Raikou'—Thunder Lord. In the human world, that means 'God of Thunder.' Simply put, Albert is also one of the strongest in the current demon realm."
"Whoa… Thunder God, huh? That sounds so cool… As expected of you, Albert-sama!"
"…It’s not that impressive."
Albert-sama turned away with a pout. His cheeks were red—clearly embarrassed. It was endearing to see this side of him. Looks like my fiancé is quite the high-spec individual. He can do pretty much anything. Is there anything he can’t do?
"I told you it’s not just about them, didn’t I? That includes you as well, Yuuka."
"Huh?"
"Do you still think of yourself as just a regular high-tier demon, an Archdemon?"
"Umm… am I not?"
"You really don’t realize it, do you? Albert, you haven’t turned Yuuka into a demonkin yet? From what I can see, she’s already met the conditions."
"…I’m still hesitating."
"Hmm. I understand your hesitation, and I won’t force it. But considering the battles to come, the Abyss might be the best place to try. It increases the chances of success."
"…You’re right."
"Demonkin transformation?"
"To put it simply, a demonkin can reincarnate one of their vassals into another demonkin. That’s what we call 'demonkin transformation.' There are two conditions: first, the vassal must possess power on par with a demonkin. Second, the bond between the demonkin and the vassal must be strong. If both conditions are met, and the demonkin infuses their power into the vassal, the transformation can occur."
"Whoa~ So I can become a demonkin? That’s amazing! Please, Albert-sama! I’d love to try!"
"Y-Yeah… Right…"
Something was off. Albert-sama was being oddly hesitant.
"Yuuka, settle down a bit. Albert has good reason to hesitate."
"Reason?"
"Well, you see… if the transformation fails, the vassal is lost. In other words—if it fails, the vassal dies."
What Iris-san revealed was a cruel truth.
Author's Note
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