Chapter 159: Here They Come, I'm Back
Two years quietly slipped away.
During this period, Shirazawa and Shiraori peacefully enjoyed their shut-in life. Daily life consisted of manufacturing clones and researching new Authorities.
Shiraori focused her efforts on cloning and Spatial Authority. Aside from Dark Magic, Abyss Magic, and her Evil Eye abilities, these two were the skills she was most proficient in. Unfortunately, even after two years, she had only managed to scratch the surface of the threshold; she still needed more time before she could elevate them into Authorities that represented the rules of the world.
As for Shirazawa, he was also researching Spatial Authority, though his focus differed from Shiraori's combat-oriented approach. He centered his attention on World Creation.
Creating life, creating universes, creating dimensions. To master these three supreme Authorities, the rules contained within encompassed everything in existence. But if one could truly master them all, it would be a literal path to ascending as a Supreme God.
Still, one doesn't become fat from a single bite. So he set a small goal for himself: first, create a relatively complete minor world.
The Alternate Dimension that Shirazawa currently commanded was the ultimate manifestation of space-type magic. Inside this Alternate Dimension, he was God, capable of achieving anything—creating or destroying a world with a single thought—with the sole exception of creating life. Or rather, nurturing life. It felt like a pool of stagnant water; no matter how hard he tried, it was always difficult to stir up a ripple.
To put it simply, his Alternate Dimension was dead.
To make his world come alive, it required the support of seven major Authorities. They were: Space, Light, Dark, Wind, Water, Earth, and Fire. Without these seven Great Primal Spirits, it was impossible to advance an Alternate Dimension into a true world.
The Great Primal Spirit of Space had already shown initial results after two years of exploration, having formed a rudimentary embryo. It would take shape as soon as he completely mastered Spatial Authority. The Great Primal Spirit of Light could be acquired from the God Kings of the Pantheon, and for the Great Primal Spirit of Dark, he could just ask D directly.
The remaining four Primal Spirits were the only ones Shirazawa had to cultivate himself. That meant training the four elemental magics to their absolute peak, and then advancing the magic into an Authority. Of course, it would also work if there were ready-made divinity cores for him to absorb.
However, that sort of thing relied entirely on luck. After all, divinity cores were not that easy to come by. For instance, while there were many Lower Gods in Yuzuki's Hell, the Authorities within their divinity cores were all bestowed upon them by Yuzuki. They could be considered mass-produced subordinates of Hell, and the Authorities they possessed were basically very singular.
Generally, those capable of cultivating an Authority on their own were exceptionally gifted prodigies, and their status would not be low anywhere. Just like those few from the Angel Race under Zeus. Don't look at how pathetic they seemed; that was only relative to a cheater like Shirazawa. Compared to ordinary people, their strength was already extremely high, which was why they were appointed as commanders of the Angel Army.
And a peak Lower God like Zeus, who possessed three Authorities, was even granted the massive responsibility of governing the entire Milky Way Galaxy. To find and possess the strength to kill the owners of these four elemental divinity cores was honestly very difficult unless one was blessed with tremendous fortune. These gods, in all probability, resided in the enemy's main headquarters and held high, influential positions.
But that was getting a bit ahead of things.
These matters were still very distant for Shirazawa. One had to remember that he had only been reincarnated into this alternate world for about seven or eight years. Being able to reach his current level was already faster than riding a rocket.
"It's time to go see Teacher."
Awakening from his meditation, Shirazawa calculated the time and realized there was less than a month left before the war against the elf race began. Before that happened, he had to purge the soul of Potimas that was attached inside Ms. Oka's body.
"My subordinates have completely taken control of the kingdom. We can move at any time."
As her words fell, Shiraori slowly opened her pink eyes beside him, a confident smile curving the corners of her lips.
Over the two years, the Tenth Demon Lord's Army had expanded to a thousand members. Every single one of them was a talented individual possessing unique skills, and their strength was terrifyingly vast. The territory of the Analeit Kingdom, where Ms. Oka resided, had long since unknowingly become part of their sphere of influence.
Aside from a few key figures like the King, the Prince, and the Princess, the remaining ministers had all been quietly replaced. Every single one of them could be awarded an Oscar; their acting skills were top-tier.
"Then let's set out."
Shirazawa reached out to wrap his arm around Shiraori's slender waist, and with a flash, they arrived on the outskirts of the Analeit Kingdom's capital.
The members of the Tenth Army, who had long been waiting, fell to their knees in unison. "Greetings, Lord Master, Lord Mistress."
Leading them was White Nine, a short, thin, ordinary-looking man dressed in white. His transformation and concealment abilities were the most outstanding, and he also possessed a unique skill,
"Mm," Shiraori responded in a cool tone, reverting to the demeanor a cold, aloof villain ought to have.
However, beside her, the corner of Shirazawa's mouth twitched slightly.
*Why the hell am I the Lord Mistress? Is this appropriate? It's completely inappropriate!*
The Tenth Army was a private military force belonging exclusively to Shiraori. Even with Shirazawa's relationship right there, these people would only address Shiraori as Lord Master. Consequently, Shirazawa could only end up as the Lord Mistress.
Shiraori's body trembled slightly; clearly, she was holding back her laughter. Fortunately, she had undergone professional training; no matter how funny it was, she wouldn't show a flaw. Unless she absolutely couldn't help it.
Shirazawa gave her an annoyed glare but didn't pay it too much mind. It was just a respectful title; let them have their way. At any rate, whether he was male or female, he knew the truth clearly in his heart.
Shiraori, who had managed to hold it in with great effort, opened her mouth to ask, "What's the situation?"
White Nine rose respectfully and briefly explained the state of affairs.
"All elven informants within the kingdom have been uprooted. Only a few spies from the White God Religion are still lurking inside. This subordinate has already mapped out all their strongholds and personnel. If needed, they can be dealt with immediately. It's just..."
Speaking up to this point, White Nine intentionally or unintentionally cast a glance at Shirazawa. Strictly speaking, he had also been a member of the church back in the day, but after being reborn, he became part of the Tenth Army and no longer had any ties to the church. However, since the White God Religion was the Lord Mistress's faction, he hadn't made any reckless moves.
"You've done well." Shiraori nodded in satisfaction. She liked subordinates who considered problems thoroughly; it saved her a lot of worry.
A humble smile appeared on White Nine's face. "It is only what this subordinate ought to do."
"The church is entirely composed of our people, there's no need to worry about that." Shirazawa found it necessary to interject at this moment.
Although the White God Religion was just an experiment of his, usually left to Dustin to operate while he himself didn't pay it much mind, he could still control every member within the church through the power of faith. This rascal actually viewed the church as a hypothetical enemy; wouldn't that mean he, this cheap 'Lord Mistress', was also your potential enemy?
What's the matter, kid, you trying to rebel? Or are you trying to take my place as the Lord Mistress? He needed to find an opportunity to finish this guy off!
White Nine suddenly felt a chill run down his spine and hurriedly lowered his head.
Complete disaster. He had said the wrong thing. Although he had earned the Lord Master's praise, he had offended the petty Lord Mistress. It looked like his days ahead wouldn't be very easy!
Shiraori's gaze swept over them, instantly finding it amusing. It was quite rare to see Aze getting jealous~
"Cough... Did you hear what the Lord Mistress said? You know what to do from now on, right?" These words were directed at White Nine, but the look Shiraori cast toward Shirazawa was filled with deep meaning.
Shirazawa: "..."
*What are you looking at me for? I'm not angry.* He turned his head away huffily.
*Oh, I know.* Shiraori narrowed her eyes slightly, the corners of her lips arching into a wicked curve.
Her darling throwing a tantrum was absolutely the cutest!
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