A Core Ship From The Start Chapter 643

Chapter 643: Chapter 478 Seek Assistance_1 Chapter 643: Chapter 478 Seek Assistance_1 “Ah………..”

At the same time, on the high ground, a beautiful young girl with red hair, tied in a single ponytail, and adorned in leather clothes, stood there with a worried expression, anxiously looking at the distant battlefield.

This young girl was none other than Demon Satra.

To tell the truth, Satra's feelings at that moment were quite complex. Initially, she was invited by Demon Noss to participate in the operation against Lisas. However, she was blasted away by Duanmu Huai with a single punch while executing their first mission, almost leaving her half paralyzed. Afterward, Satra had to frantically retreat back to the Devil World.

At that time, Satra became a laughing stock throughout the Devil World. Quite a few members of the Demon Clan even doubted whether she was a Demon, shocked that a Demon could be beaten so badly by humans that they had to flee back to the Devil World in disgrace. This was a great shame. And because of this, Satra was indeed quite angry. She secretly resolved that, once she was fully recovered, she'd seek vengeance against Duanmu Huai.

However, after that, Duanmu Huai killed Demon Nos, Demon Ezeru, and former Devil King Ji'Er in Lisas. He also eliminated one of the Four Heavenly Kings, Demon Man Camilla, Demon Kirk in the battle with Seth, and subsequently recruited Demon Saizeru. The Demon Clan's attitude towards Satra also changed.

From “This woman is so foolish, she even can't beat a human and has to run away in disgrace” to “Wow, this woman actually managed to escape from that monster!”

Meanwhile, Satra's own thoughts shifted from “Someday, I'll kill that human in revenge” to “I'm so lucky to have escaped from that psycho!”

If possible, Satra wished to never cross paths with that man again in her entire life.

Unfortunately, things don't always go as planned.

Just before the human invasion of the Devil World, the Devil World had just experienced a major reshuffle–Krebs led the Demons to defeat Honnete and imprisoned her in the Demon King Palace. Satra was very nervous at that time, afraid that Krebs would kill Honnete. Luckily, Krebs had just defeated Honnete, and before he could absorb her power, the humans unexpectedly invaded the Devil World. They successfully defeated the defending army and marched towards the center.

This forced Krebs to shift his focus to the Human Allied Forces, temporarily suspending the settlement of the Honnete Faction.

For Satra, this was her only chance!

Therefore, despite her deep reluctance to meet that terrifying man again, Satra had to approach the vicinity of the Allied Forces to find an opportunity to meet him. She was fortunate to meet Saizeru, who agreed to contact Duanmu Huai on her behalf.

As for the result… She could only wait.

Fortunately, Satra didn't have to wait long before Saizeru flew back.

“Master is willing to meet you. Come with me.”

“Ah…hm.”

Hearing Saizeru's words, Satra nodded, then followed Saizeru towards the Allied Forces Camp.

“I say… aren't you blindly following that human?”

Looking at Saizeru walking ahead, Satra couldn't help but ask. She knew Saizeru well and was aware that she wasn't someone who would easily succumb. Although Duanmu Huai was indeed formidable… to have Saizeru completely submit?

“………. Do you think I'm scared of dying?”

“Huh?”

“Believe me, if you had seen how that man killed Lady Camilla, you'd understand how foolish it is to oppose him……”

Having said that, Saizeru silently turned to face Satra.

“To be honest, I've underestimated you for being able to escape from him unscathed.”

“……… Huh?!!”

Why does this conversation feel increasingly off?

Can I still sneak away now?

Although Satra wanted to back out now, unfortunately, Saizeru had already brought her in front of Duanmu Huai.

“Master, I have brought Satra.”

“Hm………”

Duanmu Huai nodded, and then looked at Satra.

“I didn't expect you to come looking for me. What do you want?”

“Gasp——!!!”

Just being glanced at by Duanmu Huai caused Satra to feel a chill run down her spine. The unmatched pressure contained in his gaze even instilled a kind of instinctual fear in her. It was a power far more terrifying than Krebs!

Is this the true power of this man? So, terrifying?!

How did I survive against him back then?

“Speak quickly.”

The sound of Duanmu Huai's voice once again resonated, pulling Satra back from her state of shock. She quickly lowered her head and started talking.

“I, I want to propose a deal!”

“A deal?”

Duanmu Huai raised an eyebrow.

“Yes, we can help you defeat Krebs. But, in return… you must assist me in rescuing Lady Honnete!”

“Huh?”

Upon hearing this, before Duanmu Huai could react, it was Saizeru who was first shocked.

“Hold on, Honnete was defeated? Is Hauser okay?!”

“Hauser is fine…. For now.”

“That's good……..”

Upon hearing this, Saizeru let out a sigh of relief. Meanwhile, Duanmu Huai gave her a look and then turned his gaze back to Satra. If his memory served him right, Saizeru had previously mentioned two major factions in the Devil World; the Honnete Faction, led by Honnete who was the daughter of former Devil King Gaia, and the Krebs Faction, led by Krebs.

By logic, the Devil World could never experience such a level of civil unrest. However, due to the Little Demon King's unwillingness to ascend to the throne, this conflict was born within the demons. Among them, the Honnete Faction led by Honnete wanted the Little Demon King to succeed and become the Demon King. On the other hand, Krebs planned to kill the Little Demon King and become the new Demon King himself.

The two sides have been in endless strife within the Devil World, but based on what Satra said… Honnete was defeated?

This is interesting, but……

“I think you've misunderstood why we're here. We didn't come to defeat Krebs.”

“Huh?”

Hearing Duanmu Huai's response, Satra blinked in surprise as Duanmu Huai stared at her, beginning to speak.

“We, the Human Allied Forces, came here to wipe out the Devil World entirely! To make the Devil World disappear from this continent forever! We will absolutely not allow another Devil World power to pose a threat to humans!”

“What did you just say?!”

Upon hearing this, Satra was taken aback, staring agape at Duanmu Huai.

“How could you…… No, this can't be possible……”
“Whether we can do it or not, is our concern. Therefore, the fate of Honnete is not within my realm of concern. For me, whether it's Honnete or Krebs, any member of the Demon Clan that can threaten humans only has one path to take: death!”

“You…… Do you actually believe that humans can defeat demons?”

“Of course?”

Faced with an enraged Satra, Duanmu Huai squinted his eyes and let out a snort. At that moment, Satra felt a sudden chill at her throat, and to her surprise, a dagger was placed against her neck!

Simultaneously, Ling'Nu's voice came from behind Satra.

“Hee hee, Ling'Nu suggests you not to be reckless, or you might just die.”

As she spoke, Ling'Nu's dagger lightly brushed forward, instantly breaking Satra's skin as blood began to flow.

“How, how is this possible?!”

Feeling the pain and the flowing blood, Satra was stunned, while Duanmu Huai was staring at her.

“Maybe you don't know yet, but now the demons no longer have the Invincible Barrier. To humans, you demons are just slightly tougher opponents. But likewise… anyone can kill a demon if they pay a high enough price.”

“How could this be……”
Hearing Duanmu Huai's words, Satra turned pale. She couldn't believe what she was hearing, but…… the reality right before her eyes forced her to admit that it's true!

Could it be that the demons no longer have the Invincible Barrier?!

“Wait, please, master!!”

While Satra was lost for words, Saizeru ran out in a hurry.

“Please spare Satra's life. She's been with Honnete since childhood and has never been an enemy to humans… Also, about Honnete… That……”
“Are you suggesting I spare Honnete?”

“………”
Saizeru did not reply, merely nodding silently.

“What's your reason?”

“Lady Honnete governs all the female monsters, therefore……”
“Alright, I understand.”

Upon hearing this, Duanmu Huai instantly got Saizeru's point. Indeed, if they were ordinary demons, it would be fine. But in the case of female monsters……
“I can agree to your request, but on one condition.”

With this in mind, Duanmu Huai pondered for a moment, and then turned his gaze back to Satra.

“What's the condition?”

“Simple. I demand that both you and Honnete become my familiars.”

“Huh?”

It must be said, upon hearing Duanmu Huai's demand, Satra was taken aback.

“What nonsense are you spouting? How can a demon become a familiar to a human???”

“Of course you can. Don't you have an example right before your eyes?”

As he spoke, Duanmu Huai tipped up his chin, pointing at Saizeru who silently lowered her head. Satra looked at Saizeru in disbelief.

“You've become his familiar?”

“……Did I have any other choice……”
“This……”
“I'm not afraid to tell you bluntly.”

Duanmu Huai looked at Satra and called out coldly.

“This time, the Human Allied Forces are here to completely exterminate the Demon Clan and unify the entire continent. When that happens, humans will be the rulers of the continent, and you demons have only two paths. Either accept the contract, become my familiar, behave well, and live in this world as subhumans, or… Die.”

Listening to Duanmu Huai's speech, Satra turned pale. Duanmu Huai's eyes were filled with a trace of ferocity and coldness.

“Choose, demon, to live or die?”

Chapter end

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