Want the person, not requiring them to become a Devil.
That was indeed reasonable and completely different.
For a moment, Erica's gaze kept shifting.
After all, he was a Devil.
And terrifyingly powerful.
If he wanted to do something, she couldn't resist on her own.
And thinking about it carefully, this Devil seemed quite reasonable.
After all, he hadn't gotten angry even when she flatly refused his request.
But giving herself to this Devil still made her hesitate.
Finally, she sighed in resignation.
'Oh well...'
'At least this Devil wasn't bad looking.'
Ayato watched Erica with interest: "Have you decided?"
"I've made up my mind."
A look of resolution flashed in Erica's eyes, but her face was filled with shyness: "But let me say this first: only once."
"..."
'This woman was really stingy.'
'But she was a lady from a distinguished family, so she knew how to haggle.'
Thinking this, Ayato shook his head: "Forget it, let's put the payment aside. If you're not willing, it's no fun."
"And 'only once'? Do you really think you're some kind of treasure?"
"What did you say?"
Erica's face was flushed with shame.
Although it was good that Ayato changed his mind...
For some reason, she suddenly felt very angry.
Rumble!
Right at that moment, an astonishing roar of thunder echoed from the distant sky.
Looking far away, the originally cloudless sky had become overcast with dark clouds without anyone noticing.
Countless electric snakes slithered about, and the whole world turned dark and oppressive.
"Is it going to rain?"
"Looks like a storm. Why is it starting so suddenly?"
Passing tourists and pedestrians all began looking for places to take shelter.
"This isn't an ordinary storm. These clouds contain immense magical energy."
Erica's pupils contracted sharply: "This is definitely not a natural phenomenon. It's a weather phenomenon caused by someone."
"Or to be more precise, it's a Heretic God."
Ayato's eyes flickered: "But that's good. It appeared so quickly."
"What's good about it?"
Erica said anxiously: "When a Heretic God descends, it causes major problems. We have to contact the nearest Campione to deal with it."
"Really, can't you show a little more trust in your future master?"
"This is no time for jokes."
Erica said gravely: "One wrong move, and this entire island could be erased."
Ayato shrugged: "Is that so."
"You... don't be so nonchalant."
'Wait, he's a Devil. That's probably normal.'
"Alright, let's get down to business."
Ayato spoke: "I'm also very interested in killing a god."
"Meaning, you want to become a Campione?"
"Of course."
Erica's eyelids twitched as she silently looked at Ayato.
'He didn't seem to be joking.'
'Did he actually have the strength to kill a Heretic God?'
'But...'
'Wanting to become a Campione or something... didn't he have any common sense about Devils?'
"Mr. Devil, not to rain on your parade."
Erica said quietly: "As everyone knows, Devils cannot become Campione."
"I know that."
Ayato shook his head: "But maybe I'm special."
Erica was a bit dumbfounded.
'Special? Where did this Devil get his confidence?'
"Even if it doesn't work, it's not like I lose anything, right?"
Ayato said with a faint smile.
It wasn't just Devils; many powerful races couldn't become Campione.
That was one of the patches for this hodgepodge world.
Because a Campione's magical energy conflicted with many other powers.
Even if some powerful beings succeeded in killing a god, it would ultimately be for nothing.
Otherwise, those ordinary Heretic Gods would have become prey for various gods and supernatural beings long ago.
And this was also the reason why all Campione didn't deviate much from their original storylines.
But given what had happened when he became a Master...
Ayato felt that his Origin magic power could work.
Erica gave Ayato a deep look, then said firmly: "In that case, I'm going too."
She radiated a fierce, lion-like aura.
Then, Erica suddenly stepped forward and came before Ayato.
"???"
Ayato blinked.
For some reason, he felt a sense of déjà vu.
"What else..."
Before he could finish his sentence, Erica stood on tiptoe lightly and, like a dragonfly touching the water, brushed against Ayato's lips.
"This is a reward for you, a Devil, having the courage to challenge a Heretic God."
Erica's face was bright red, but she said seriously: "I, Erica Blandelli, acknowledge your courage."
Having said that, Erica leaped away as if escaping, heading towards the gathering storm.
In an instant...
She had sprung over ten meters.
She instinctively touched her face and felt a wave of heat.
After all, it was her first time.
Although shy, she didn't regret it.
Not far away,
Ayato touched his lips, a smile also appearing at the corner of his mouth:
"Tsk tsk, you refused so firmly just now, but now you're quite honest, aren't you?"
Of course, he knew Erica's actions were due to multiple reasons.
But it didn't matter. With just a little spark, he was confident he could fan it into a raging inferno.
"Next up... the Heretic God."
Without any visible movement, Ayato's figure caught up with Erica.
But soon,
Looking at the sea ahead, Erica hesitated.
"What's wrong?"
Ayato was first surprised, then understanding: "I see. So the famous genius can't fly."
"Damn it, that's none of your business."
Erica said stubbornly: "Even if I have to swim, I'll swim across..."
Before she could finish her sentence, she felt her body lighten, and Ayato had scooped her up by the waist.
"Th-this..."
Feeling Ayato's presence, Erica immediately panicked.
"Alright, time is limited. Less talking."
Ayato leaped up, shooting straight into the clouds and racing towards the gathering storm.