blueteamnovel Chapter 174 – The Future
Chapter 174 – The Future
Chapter 174 – The Future
(Zeki) "I swear this whole trip feels fucking pointless after all that. Those Gods were boring as hell and I'm not even allowed to avenge brother for what that demon did, life really stinks"
'At least it's not me stating the obvious for a change, when I'm agreeing with Zeki you know things aren't quite right'
(Ariza) "Uh, it's not that bad Zeki. We're all still alive and well, right?"
(Nathan) "Actually agree with him for a change, this does feel a little off putting"
(Charlotte) "I'm honestly just happy we've rescued my Lord more than anything else"
(Petra) "..."
After meeting with the Underworld leaders and now back in Tartarus in the middle of nowhere, we've rejoined both Asmodeus and Dionysus wherever this place is we've been teleported.
I think both Hades and Persephone realize I can teleport as well? I sure hope it works down here cause we're royally fucked if this doesn't work out. It was always said that getting out is way harder than getting in but how many people have what basically is admin privileges?
(Ikarus) "At least we completed our task kid, we did come down here to save Dio and have succeeded. I can agree with you being annoyed about us now being stuck with that dickhead though"
I aim my insult towards the demon yet all he does is smile and treats it like it's nothing. I don't care if he knows I'm going to hate him, there's got to be some way I can hurt him a little...
"Heh, you two really don't like me it seems. Is it my scent or something?"
"Can you really blame them Asmodeus? By the sounds of it, you've screwed over more people than you can even remember at this point"
"Maybe young God, but it was always is pursuit of the greater good. Something those angels in particular will never understand"
To be honest, it's obvious me and Zeki hate this guy for someone else's sake especially considering how calm Petra and Ariza are around him now. Can you really blame us though? He is basically responsible for that other demon lord crushing her and Petra's pain, it would be weird if we could adapt to this whole thing as easy as everyone else.
"Oi Asmodeus, there's still a few questions left that remain unanswered. Like what happens next with us and Dio? Oh, and what was that whole demon invasion thing about anyways? You must've known it would've led to the volcano?"
'That gets Zeki grinding his teeth now, guess he's picked up something from Hades since it's normally a scoff'
"Getting the young God out of here is easier than you think orange one, he can just leave with us. The Underworld is technically part of the main world despite it not seeming so..."
'He seriously doesn't help himself with that grin of his, always makes him look like he's about to commit a war crime or something'
"...Heh, the invasion thing, that was a gift to Zeus. Something that incompetent would make even his most trusted followers think twice when they found out he was involved. Of course, I knew he'd probably use that as a last resort, I also knew that there wasn't a future in which Hephaestus-, or Denver would allow it to erupt again"
So, Zeus takes all the blame for this guy's meddling and we're now having to work with him otherwise the God who rules all can't be defeated? It doesn't matter how many times I say it, the bitter taste will just not leave.
"Couldn't you have gone some other way about doing things though? Whether you know the future is set or not, invading a literal world and setting off a world ending volcano only makes me think your intention is for everyone to suffer"
Petra finally joins in abandoning that silence of hers, I guess she has always been the most logical out of us so this sort of question makes sense.
"Of course dark one, this funnily enough is the most peaceful option if you still plan to live through it all. That invasion on the human continent also allowed some of my minions to start planting things in places around hell as well, this actually presents a good chance to talk about the upcoming plan..."
By this point, we've all taken a seat on the brimstone and are listening to Asmodeus intensely. Except Zeki, he's gone off either sulking or taking a whiz, could also be both.
"...In order to start dethroning Zeus, we first need to get you two the conditions to enter the heavenly realms"
Asmodeus points to us lovebirds making us both seem a little unsure. Aren't we basically a minimum party of six now? At least until Charlotte and Nathan get called back to the empire.
(Petra) "Just the two of us?"
"The conditions on entering the heavens are a little tricky, mostly because mortals aren't allowed to enter. Gods, demons and angels can. However, making you all Gods would take years too long"
"Ah, so you're saying me and Petra need to become Gods to get up there? Wait, what even is the thing with Gods leaving and entering the heavenly realms? By the sounds of it, we could end up stuck up there, right?"
I mean, I don't remember who said it but God have problems getting down here, right? Just look at Zeus for example, he clearly has the power to just come down into the world and destroy me outright but for some reason hasn't. Maybe it's more down to the civil war happening more than anything else.
"You see my friend Dionysus in the flesh this moment, right? There are ways you can bypass the watchers heading up and down, but that's something not worth discussing until it's needed. For now, let's just get you two turned first"
It's clear Dionysus resents the fact Asmodeus called him a friend again but was fine enough to ignore it now, we are in a pretty important conversation.
"How do we do that then?"
"It's simple really. For you orange phoenix, all you'll have to do is a lot of killing. Helping me with my plot to destroy the rest of the majin lords should do the trick. It will require becoming a majin lord in the process though"
Is he seriously suggesting I become a demon lord? Ah, I knew my story would take this cliché turn! I'm not sure whether to be happy or annoyed simply because becoming a demon lord normally turns out to be really cool, just we all know how my life turns out with anything cool. Except Petra, she's the only consistent badass thing around with an exceptional arse believe it or not.
"We're wiping out some demon lords then? What's the catch here because we all know there is one? I'm not going off alone if Petra ain't there"
That gets a slight smile out of Petra, as if we're going to split up while I go off demon hunting or something.
"I never said the rest of you can't help getting into the heavens, just the final blow must fall upon your shoulders when taking care of the lords otherwise, things will become even further complicated"
The funny thing is the rest of the party seem relieved at that turns of events as well, I guess they're definitely joining us on this journey then? Well, unsure on Zeki because he's not returned yet but can't see him stopping that following of his 'brother'.
"What about Petra then? Has does she obtain Godhood?"
"All she needs to do is go visit Athena once again, she's already given her everything to take the mantle except the final boom. For all intents and purposes, she already is a God"
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It's a difficult subject to bring up but might as well rip it off like a band aid and see how Petra reacts. I was expecting a little surprise but for some reason, I just get the usual heh I love so much.
"Heh, picked that up as well Ikarus? Didn't realize you did, wasn't really sure how to bring it up as well"
We both noticed that then? I guess Petra has always been more perceptive, just it didn't get said hence why I thought this was something that was a throwaway comment.
"You think he could've been your ol'lizard then? I'm not sure if this changes too much, just if you feel conflicted when we no longer have to put up with the demon, I'll easily do it for your sake"
Despite now working with Asmodeus, this still changes nothing if this is the only way we can free her from the pain. Despite it appearing to be the truth, trusting that guy when he's basically said he'll allow us to kill him after Zeus is gone is an impossibility. As if any of us are that naïve.
Petra does take a second to respond, obviously talking about killing your own father has that sort of effect. I love the fact I couldn't careless about such a serious topic.
"It changes nothing Ikarus, even if we're related or not. When the day comes and all of this is over, his throat will be cut. No amount of shared blood will change that..."
'Damn, the way she just said that sent a shiver down my spine. My fiancé is so freaking cool'
"...I'm more worried about the demon lord thing, are you not worried about the change Ikarus? By the sounds of it, Asmodeus remembers barely anything from beforehand, he didn't even mention what species he was or what happens when you go through with it. If it ends up being similar to how Melinda nearly turned me, I will kill him where and while he stands"
Ah, I didn't even think on that. I guess changing species could be painful but would it even work though? I guess he does know the future and seemed pretty adamant that's what we need to do, just what would my system say? Demon lord slash phoenix? Eh, I focusing on something stupid.
"Honestly Petra, not really. The main reason is you if I'm being honest, as if any part of me could ever forget you, my soul would tear apart if it did. Ah, Aesa as well, I could imagine she'd install that suicide package as payback for forgetting or not being able to withstand any change"
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You know that feeling when you accidentally say something so weirdly romantic both parties have no idea how to act? No? I don't either... Being serious though, when Petra blushes from something and it's not about being kissing or getting physical, I know I've said something right. Or wrong.
"Anyways... how about we go onto something a little less serious then? We've got like three months before all this crap, we've got to do something other than being slaves to these islands. It's funny how we still haven't named them yet"
I've got to change the subject from potential parent killing and passionate romance. Sunshine and roses and all that, we're part of a happy story after all!
"Heh, pretty sure I heard Eve call them the Lesbos islands once Ikarus? It's a little on the nose but could work. Three months is quite the long-time though, we could do practically anything in that time. Go sightseeing exploring more of the continents, build this place up more, finally get married, we could even go back to Earth"
"I like how causally you just throw getting married in there. Hey, you are in fact still wanting to do that, right?"
"Heh, of course Ikarus, you the same?"
Tall about a change in mood I'm all for, parent killing to wedding bells!
"Then hell yeah, let's get it over with! We can even combine with teleporting to Earth to go for a full-on shotgun wedding at the gambling city!"
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'Sighhh, that was obviously a joke and I already know it's my fate Aesa. As if I'm that tacky'
"Heh, I'm not sure I understand that Ikarus but already promised Ariza she could plan it, she said she really wants to help when we decide to go through with it"
So, Ariza is going to be the planner to the wedding then? My preferences are no crowds, casual wear and lots and lots of cake! Might as well skip all the boring bits in between, I really need to make sure I'm not involved in this at all or this will end up enjoyable for no one except me.
"Eh, this isn't really something I can moan about since we've put it off long enough already. Just give me a time, date and what to wear, and I'll do the guy thing of absolutely nothing at all! Well, except turning up on time"
"Heh, you really don't want to help pick out what flowers to use, the seating arrangement or at least pick the menu? Believe me Ikarus, I'm happy Ariza likes this sort of thing because it bores me as well"
"Well, I take back anything regarding planning food, but my obvious choice is fried chicken, pretty sure that's not a weddingey type food though"
While we're still chilling along at the park, the sound of voices and footsteps . It's almost as if a large gathering is nearby...
"You hear that Petra? Please tell me that isn't what I think it is"
"Heh, of course Ikarus. It's definitely coming this way"
The sound of voices and footsteps get progressively louder and finally, the crowd comes into sight while I try to hide into my hood. Please don't notice us, I'm begging you whoever I should pray to! The riots have already formed but maybe, just maybe we'll get away with it...
"Where are the queens!? They've got to be here somewhere"
"I'm going to check the park, maybe they're having tea or something?"
"I'll come with you; I've got a sixth sense when it comes to finding them!"
Amongst the crowd, I see our freaking maid Eve leading the rabble! Such betrayal, she needs sacking but Petra wouldn't let me. She's a pretty damn good maid as well if it wasn't for her entire personality...
"Oh great, and of course the riots have already spotted us. We couldn't even have ten minutes..."
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---And so, volume 4 is finished! I feel like this is the best time for the break, no idea where else to put it so right before the potential wedding might work? (That was a difficult thing to write lol)
---Should be some cool slice of life and action focused things next volume, also reckon they'll be 6/7 volumes of this story in total so we are fast approaching the end! It would be quicker if my eyes/brain weren't fried and I could write more but I've mentioned that enough by now.
---Need to mention the AI is going to be changing on new images now except from a few I've got spare, the site I was using changed its pricing model making it unrealistic to continue using for now. The new style still looks good though.
---Hopefully, the break will be a few days to a week again (Need Patreon to catch back up more than anything else) with the interval releasing in a day or two. See you soon or in the comments below!