The Supreme Overlord (Multicross)

Facing the three Primogenitors might seem exceedingly dangerous, even inconceivable to others.

But Natsuki Minamiya believed that for this enigmatic devil, it might not be such an unbelievable matter.

Even though she trusted that Saigou surely had his own plans and objectives, and she was already prepared to confront the three Primogenitors.

However, deep down, the Witch of the Void couldn't help but feel a lingering concern about Saigou.

When this thought emerged, Natsuki was momentarily startled, then she gave a self-deprecating smile.

She truly didn't know when it started, but she had gradually begun to worry about this devil.

This devil had been accompanying her day and night for five years.

For Natsuki Minamiya, Saigou was the person who had been with her the longest and was the closest to her since her birth.

In her twenty years of life, Natsuki had few friends, and she didn't even remember her parents.

The solitary witch, no matter how strong, longed for a close companion who could offer her solace.

And that person was Saigou.

Natsuki's sapphire-like eyes watched Saigou as he amused Avrora, the beautiful girl with flame-like eyes.

The girl was flustered and appeared on the verge of tears, unable to manage the situation.

Noticing Natsuki's piercing gaze, Saigou shifted his attention from Avrora and met her eyes. They stared at each other without flinching.

"What's wrong, Natsuki-chan…? Why are you looking at me like that?"

Saigou asked with a soft laugh.

"Hmph, I just suddenly realized how long we've known each other without me even noticing."

"...I don't know your exact intentions, but I understand what you're about to do."

"Since you're already entangled in the Fourth Primogenitor's affairs, then take everything from the Fourth Primogenitor!"

"...But in this Blazing Banquet we cannot comprehend, you should also take care of your safety. I wouldn't want any issues with the devil I'm bound to."

Natsuki held a lace-patterned parasol, its handle resting on her delicate shoulder.

The witch took a few steps forward with her slender legs wrapped in black stockings. The distant sea breeze gently stirred her inky black hair.

The icy chill and moisture in the air froze into tiny crystals on Natsuki's hair, making her appear clear and radiant, almost like Alrescha-Glacies.

Natsuki Minamiya's nature was strong and self-assured.

She was not one for aloofness or pretentious pride.

She was direct and unyielding.

Having sensed her concern for Saigou and the subtle feelings she harbored.

Natsuki would not shy away but rather spoke her mind, expressing her worries resolutely.

To Natsuki, if she missed out on many things due to her lack of openness and later regretted it, she would find such a person entirely undeserving of sympathy.

Acknowledge the past, seize the present, and look towards the future—that was Natsuki Minamiya's life principle.

When Saigou said she could become the queen of Itogami Island, it wasn't a jest; it was because Natsuki had the caliber of a Witch Queen.

Even Saigou hadn't anticipated such candor from Natsuki. After a moment of surprise, his expression turned serious, "...Our covenant will only end with your death!"

"And until the covenant ends, I will forever be your guardian and the devil who watches over you!"

Standing in front of Saigou, with only her back visible, Natsuki's lips curled into a smile that remained hidden.

"I will stand by you and assist you, Zarathustra. For our ultimate goal, the power of the Fourth Primogenitor can serve as a deterrent!"

Natsuki stated firmly.

However, no one understood what Natsuki meant by the 'ultimate goal' except for Saigou and Aya Tokoyogi.

Aya Tokoyogi, the beauty with fiery eyes, now covered half her face with her wide sleeve.

She observed Natsuki's back thoughtfully, her face hidden behind the sleeve showing a playful smile.

La Folia remarked, "...It's such a pity about Gozo Island. As a renowned tourist spot in the Mediterranean, it's unexpected to see it destroyed like this."

Saigou, hearing La Folia's words, teased, "...Princess, are you blaming me for being merciless?"

La Folia quickly replied, "...Of course not, how could I blame Mr. Zarathustra?"

"...In any case, the matter is settled. The disaster occurred because Mr. Akatsuki from the other side coveted and explored the power of the Fourth Primogenitor."

"Yes, and also the Black Death Emperor Front. The destruction of Gozo Island was caused by both the Black Death Emperor Front and Mr. Akatsuki."

"...Fortunately, the tourists from around the world were unharmed. Otherwise, Mr. Akatsuki would truly be inescapably culpable. Even death wouldn't be sufficient to atone for this sin."

La Folia, a skilled diplomat, adeptly deflected responsibility, setting the record straight.

"Wait a minute, I have no connection with the Black Death Emperor Front. Your Highness, please don't mix me up with them!"

At this moment, Gajou's expression changed dramatically as he hurriedly spoke.

"The Black Death Emperor Front are terrorists. If you say that this incident can be blamed on terrorists, that's acceptable. Even if you blame it on me as an archaeologist, it's still manageable.

After all, archaeology and related studies are inherently dangerous fields.

But if you associate the two together, things become serious.

If I am tangled up with terrorists, I truly don't know what I'll face in the future."

The princess of the kingdom remained unfazed, her smile unchanging, her manners impeccable as she said, "...That no longer concerns me, Mr. Akatsuki."

"...As for whether you are linked to the Black Death Emperor Front, you'll need to explain that to the Maltese security forces. Whether they believe it is their matter."

In just a few sentences, La Folia managed to distance herself and Saigou from any blame, placing all the responsibility squarely on the Black Death Emperor Front and Akatsuki.

Even if the Maltese authorities understood that La Folia might be involved, they would silently bear the pain themselves.

After all, the Kingdom of Aldegia's comprehensive national strength and military capability were formidable, and the weaker Maltese authorities would not dare to act against a royal princess.

"You really are... quite devious..."

Gajou Akatsuki smiled bitterly.

It was no wonder she was such a renowned princess in the kingdom, an elite nurtured by the royal family; her devious nature was completely at odds with her beautiful appearance.

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Akatsuki... As for Miss Liana..."

Just as La Folia was about to speak, Saigou suddenly interjected, "...Take her away!"

"Hm?"

The princess with silver hair and exquisite beauty looked at Saigou with a puzzled expression, unsure of his reasoning.

"The Caruana family of the Warlord Empire has fallen from grace. As the next head of the Caruana family, if issues arise here, the family will find itself in even greater difficulty."

Saigou said with a faint smile, his tone casual.

La Folia seemed to understand his meaning, or perhaps not, and asked cautiously, "...Mr. Zarathustra, what are you implying?"

"Miss Liana is now our captive, so it is only natural for the Caruana family to offer something in exchange for her."

Hearing Saigou's nonchalant tone, Liana's expression changed slightly as she said, "...If you know our family is in decline, you should understand that we cannot offer anything valuable to exchange for me."

"Is that so? But I've heard that the only three original formulas of the Divine Oscillation Effect, the highest technological crystallization of the Celestial Department, are in your Caruana family's possession."

Saigou said leisurely.

"That's a lie, a scam, spread by other families to defame the Caruana family!"

"...Our Caruana family does not possess any Divine Oscillation Effect Formula. That item is a treasure of the Lion King Organization, fundamental to the existence of the Lion King Organization."

"If our family really had such a thing, why would the Caruana family be in decline? We would have already used the original formula to revitalize the family!"

Liana shouted loudly, denying her family's possession of the item.

"Whether your family has it or not, and whether it's just a rumor, is irrelevant."

"...Even if you don't, the heir of your family is in my hands, and I will make your family say that they do."

Saigou remained indifferent to Liana's protests, speaking only for his own benefit.

Theoretically, Liana was correct; if her family had such a thing, they wouldn't be in their current state.

But some things don't come out of nowhere. To Saigou, it seemed more likely that Liana was lying.

Saigou approached the vampire woman missing an arm, patted her shoulder, and smiled, "...To restore the glory of the Caruana family, Miss Liana, you have no choice!"

"...I'm sure that as a bargaining chip, your family members will reveal the truth."

"Oh, and before coming to Gozo Island, I had someone investigate you. It seems you have a close sister. I assume your sister will tell the truth to save her elder sister."

Upon hearing Saigou's demonic whisper, Liana's already pale face grew even paler.

La Folia, curious, asked, "...Mr. Zarathustra, how did you determine that Liana was lying? Is there some special technique involved?"

Even the princess, skilled in reading people, wasn't sure if Liana's statements were true or false.

"No, Your Highness, there's no special technique. I don't know if she's lying."

"...But you should consider that the Kingdom of Aldegia and the Warlord Empire are mortal enemies. Even with the peace treaty signed, this enmity cannot be forgotten."

"Liana herself made the mistake and fell into our hands. No matter how fallen the Karyana family is, it is still a count of the Warlord Empire."

"...Therefore, killing her would also serve as a blow to the Warlord Empire. Even the First Primogenitor would find little to say about it, as it was she who made the mistake."

"Do you agree with me, Miss La Folia?"

Seeing the faint smile at the corner of Saigou's mouth, La Folia immediately understood his intention.

The princess replied in agreement, "...Mr. Zarathustra, you are indeed very strategic. You're right; even if it's just to strike a blow against the Warlord Empire, Liana's presence is necessary."

"...Whether her words are true or false, we are the winners here."

With one arm severed, Liana, unable to regenerate as a vampire would in such a short time, struggled and screamed hoarsely as she listened to the exchange between Saigou and La Folia.

"...You two devils, devils!!"

La Folia, out of Liana's sight, secretly smiled and even winked at Saigou with her pretty eyes, appearing playful and charming.

Saigou, on the other hand, shrugged innocently.

"Behave yourself, you criminal!"

Natsuki Minamiya said coldly, as a sudden Laeding appeared in the void, binding Liana and rendering her immobile.

Watching the scene, both Kojou and Nagisa appeared horrified, shivering with fear.

When Kojou's gaze inadvertently fell upon La Folia, he quickly averted his eyes, his expression one of intense dread.

The girl, close to his age, had left a very strong impression on the naive Kojou with her thunderous and ruthless methods.

More than anything, that impression was one of fear.

Before long, Maltese officials arrived to take Gajou away.

Meanwhile, Saigou and the others followed La Folia aboard her exclusive battleship, the Bifrost, leaving Malta to return to the Kingdom of Aldegia.

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In a beautifully adorned garden, filled with a profusion of blooming flowers, three masked figures were seated on the thrones that were faintly visible among the blossoms.

This was the Garden of Whispers, a place where the leaders of the Holy Ground Treaty nations convened for international discussions and issues.

The Garden of Whispers did not exist in the current world but in a different dimension, where leaders from various nations entered as illusory projections to ensure their safety.

Although there were no significant meetings of the Holy Ground Treaty at present, the three figures in the Garden of Whispers were engaged in discussion.

They were the rulers of the Night Empire, the Warlord's Dominion, the Fallen Dynasty, and the Chaos Zone—the three Primogenitors at the pinnacle of this world.

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Bonus Chapter:

100 Power Stones = 1 BC

300 Power Stones = 2 BC

500 Power Stones = 3 BC

700 Power Stones = 4 BC

1000 Power Stones = 5 BC

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