Chapter 103:


    A room shrouded in darkness. In this ce where only silence existed, an unidentified sound could suddenly be heard.


    <em>Shiiii!</em>


    An ominous noise of cloth being torn. Little by little, space cracked and a long solid line was drawn in the air. It was someones eyelid.


    The dense eyshes trembled like a centipedes legs.


    Soon, the closed eye opened, and nestled deeply beyond it was a mysterious hole.


    A littleter, from its depths, thick liquid simr to porridge began to trickle down.


    <em>Pitter-patter, thud</em>


    Blood, pus, garbage, rotten flesh


    Mixed were all kinds of foul that existed in the world. The mass of filth exuding malice gradually took the shape of a person.


    Keuh


    Atop the sludge, a woman frowning was finally revealed.


    Surprisingly, it was Sophia, one of the three monsters who had attacked the institute a few days ago.


    She, who was usually more meticulous and cautious than anyone else, had kept some of her soul separated in case of an emergency, so unlike the others, she had barely managed to save her life.


    However in return, she had lost most of her strength she had umted over the years and was in a weakened state.


    KeuheukHow the fuck


    She cursed, looking down at her body flowing to the floor.


    No matter how much she thought about it, the n was supposed to be wless this time.


    Even if variables ured in the course of the n, as many as three executives had gathered. She had been certain they would be able to deal with any opponent with rtive ease.


    However, what was the result?


    Shit! Shit! Shit! Shit! Shit! Shit


    As if expressing her anger, her body of filthy liquid boiled and bubbled.


    While she vented her anger, a somber voice came from behind her.


    Youre awake, Sophia.


    A burning skeleton appeared in the thick shadows.


    Nox


    Nox, Lich King.


    The current de facto leader of Eighth Layer Hell, and the mediator of the Eight Evils who all had unique personalities.


    Sophia looked at Nox and bowed her head inadvertently.


    I-Im sorryI definitely thought the n was perfect this time


    No. Its something even I didnt expectIve read everyones memories while you were resurrecting. I didnt expect Pdin and Lightning Sword to show up


    Nox murmured to himself in a somber tone.


    Keuk! If it werent for them, Im sure this n would have workedWhy the hell did they show up there? Was information leaked from the inside?


    Ive thought about that too, but the possibility of that is extremely unlikely. If someone had done that, Evil God would have warned us.


    Then?


    Its hard to believe, butI have no choice but to think that Choi Noah made it happen.


    ?!


    Sophias body made of filth trembled.


    In other words, a little boy who was just 13 years old had nned all of this?


    Was that really possible?


    If he really did, then his real talent wasnt his power that was known to the public, but the devilish resourcefulness to implement and carry out such ns.


    However, it was really hard to exin this incident other than that.


    For the first time, she was afraid of Noah.


    A monster


    Yeahmaybe the word monster is more appropriate to describe him than the likes of us.


    Ah


    How far had Noah predicted?


    When Sophia thought about it, wasnt it all nned from the moment he had killed one of their members at the entrance ceremony?


    After intentionally revealing himself, he had predicted their thoughts and moved the chess pieces however he wanted through decisive actions.


    For such a person to exist, would they be able to achieve their great cause?


    <em>We cant win</em>


    It seemed like a huge wall was blocking them. Nox spoke to the frustrated Sophia.


    But Sophia. You dont have to worry too much. That monster died in this incident.


    ?!


    Lucky us. Its the blessing of Evil God.


    A-ah


    The pressure that had been tightening her breath faded. Without such a monster, she thought she could rise again no matter how long it took.


    However, there was another problem


    But if Choi Noah is dead, what about the body that will be used as his vessel?


    Yes. The n has be impossible to proceed any further. I heard Choi Noah disappearedpletely and all that remains is an arm. It was so hard to find the perfect vessel too.


    Wasnt it a big deal that there was no vessel? Why have they been holding their breath for so long in the dark? It was to find a perfect vessel


    On top of that, as many as half of the Evil Gods sealed relics were lost this time.


    Without a vessel, they couldnt even imagine how long they would have to endure to recover that power.


    However, on that matter, Nox didnt seem too gloomy.


    By some chanceDo you already have another n?


    The answer to Sophias question came from another side.


    Kihihihi! We can solve that with a living sacrifice.


    Euahuhu! Lets offer him meat!


    A muscr man with arge build slowly walked out from the darkness.


    Bare upper body with only overalls that farmers usually wore. In either hands were giant kitchen knives.


    His appearance was like that of a butcher.


    However, if there was one characteristic that differed from ordinary people, it was that there were two heads on his shoulders.


    You?


    Kihihihi! We couldnt miss this when we heard about it!


    Euahuhu! Its a blood festival!


    Gace and Wromit. Giant Siamese twins who were bestowed the alias Twinhead by their almighty Evil God.


    However, they were only interested in killing and didnt care much about nning or achieving the great cause.


    For this reason, although everyone had been together for a long time, it wasnt easy to see their faces.


    You guys! You didnt even answer when I asked you to attend the meetingst time! If you guys had joined the n, I wouldnt be


    Stop it, Sophia.


    B-but they!


    Its all in the past. And we need their help for future ns, so I hope you dont fight unnecessarily.


    Then, what the hell is the n?


    Nox held back the agitated Sophia and told her the n he had in mind.


    To revive him, we simply need an enormous amount of energy.


    But weve lost half of our long-held relics. On top of that, we dont even have a vessel for him.


    Now that the situation is so twisted, you would be right to think that its near impossible to revive him in aplete state.


    Noxs words reverberate heavily. In fact, she also had the same idea in her head.


    However, it was a sphemous act that shouldnt even be considered.


    I-if we find the most suitable vessel now, even if not perfect, to some extent


    If we revive him ipletely, can it still be said to be his will?


    So what the hell are we going to do? Dont tell me were going to give up on him like this?


    Filth sprang in all directions from the angered Sophias body. Nox spoke with a grim look.


    No. I never said I would give up on him. I meant the old way was too much.


    You mean?


    Yes. So IIntend to create a vessel for him through a living sacrifice.


    ?!


    Living sacrifice. One of the oldest customs that had existed since the beginning of human history. It was a kind of primitive ritual to realize ones desire by using the grudge of living sacrifices.


    However, the reason why such a method had disappeared in every dimension was because it was extremely inefficient.


    <em>Its definitely not impossibleBut if we try to revive him through a living sacrificeHow many sacrifices would we need?</em>


    It wasnt something that could be done with only a hundred or a thousand.


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    Much bigger than thatThe number of sacrifices needed went far beyond what the eyes could grasp.


    <em>Maybe its possible if we sacrifice a whole nation</em>


    While Sophia was calcting the possibility of the new n, Nox shook his head with a small sigh as if he was having a headache.


    Anyway, thats why I asked for that person, but they didnt show up today either.


    Is there anyone else who was supposed toe?


    This meeting is being held because of theplete change to our existing n. So if possible, everyone should have attended.


    Thats true. But since the one in the deep sea wont be able toe hereDont tell me?


    At that moment, the sound of high heels rang out in theplete darkness.


    <em>ck</em>


    <em>ck</em>


    What~? It was annoying, but I came anyway. Were you talking behind my back? Should I just go back like this?


    Everyones head turned to one ce. In front of them, a pink-haired woman dressed in style walked out.


    Y-you?!


    Sophia looked at the woman in front of her with a look of shock.


    It was Arin.


    An executive who was bestowed the alias Nail by their Evil God, and the most differing among the viins in Eighth Layer Hell.


    She had attended so few meetings that it could be counted on one hand. Not only that, she hadnt even touched the most basic task of managing the low-level members of the organization.


    And unlike the other executives who hid themselves, she was even an active K-pop idol who regrly appeared in public.


    Whenever Sophia saw Arin, she would wonder why she belonged to Eighth Layer Hell as an executive. Perhaps she had an ulterior motive for joining their great cause.


    However, on the other hand, her strength was as powerful as Fighting Spirit King who had died this time


    In other words, she was someone who did as she pleased and could be said to be Eighth Layer Hells number one headache.


    Sure enough, she had spoken in a terribly crooked manner as soon as she had arrived.


    Cyater~ You guys do your best on your own this time too.


    HuuNail. As you can see, our situation isnt very good right now. So I hope you can help us as his Apostle this time.


    Nox asked eagerly.


    However, Arin only looked at the nail art on her nails as she answered in a sour manner.


    No? What time period do you think this is, but youre still talking about living sacrifice. Please dont involve me in such an old-fashioned thing. Its degrading.


    Sophia became angry when she heard Arin.


    <em>Old-fashioned? Degrading?</em>


    Then, what of those who had sacrificed themselves so they could achieve their great cause? Even the strength she had spent her entire life umting was lost.


    Why do you always act like that to your own kind? If things go wrong because of you, are you confident youll be able to take responsibility if he cant revive?


    Well~ I have a lot of time anyway, so I dont care what happens right now. More than that, our Sophia. Youve gotten a lot prettier while we havent seen each other~ When did you get stic surgery?


    Wh-wh-what?! Wh-what did you just say


    Aye~ Can you move further away? Your breath smells like shit.


    Keuaaak! Fox bitch, Im going to rip off that mouth of yours!


    Sophia shouted, finally letting go of her string of reason and charging at Arin.


    In response, nine tails sprout behind Arin as if she had been waiting for this moment.


    Huhu, can I take this as you attacking me first?


    Arin flicked her long and slender finger.


    Sophias body, which had been rushing wildly, stopped. From it, the essence of her soul began to be pulled out.


    Kyaaaak!


    Ive been curious for a long time. What the other Apostles would taste like.


    Arins eyes glowed bright red like blood. The brighter it glowed, the more Sophia screamed.


    Sophias body writhed as all kinds of filth spilled out like an unclogged sewer.


    Y-youStop


    The moment Sophias body was about to return to trash.


    <em>Whoosh!</em>


    Wicked me burned as Nox stood in front of Sophia. And before long, Gace and Wromit drew their kitchen knives and eyed Arin.


    Why dont you stop there?


    Kihihihi! Are you ying without us?


    Euahuhu! Meat! Its fox meat!


    Seeing that, Arin eventually smacked her lips and released Sophias soul. The mushy filth gathered and slowly took the shape of a woman.


    Why is everyone so scary~ I was just ying. Rather, I wasnt going to take that dirty garbage.


    Huh? Was it not fun? The atmosphere is weird.


    A heavily subdued atmosphere. Arin tilted her head with a yful smile.


    For a moment, her eyes glow red again. She erased the mischief from her face and spoke with a serious expression.


    Well, I dont care what you guys do amongst yourselves, but let me give you a word of advice. You guys have the tendency to underestimate humans.


    What do you mean?


    Humans are ugly people who fight and me each other even in small crisesBut unexpectedly, it only takes a very small ripple for them to unite and perform miracles.


    Humans uniting?


    Yes. For examplesomething like a real hero who is respected by everyone showing up.


    A here to think of it, those guys at the Hero Training Institute


    Nox had a pensive look as if he was recalling something.


    Meanwhile, Arins red-hot eyes returned to its original ck color. With a yful look, she added.


    Or, well, if a cute idol like me appears, theyll unite as one. Huhu.


    Is that so? Ill keep your advice in mind.


    Anyway, Im leaving. You guys too, dont gather in this gloomy ce every day. Go see life outside sometimes~


    Arin turned her back without hesitation as if she had done everything she had to do. However, as if she had suddenly recalled something, she looked back.


    Ill send you tickets to my concert next time, so you can alle and watch~ Ah, of course, the smelly one on the floor is banned~


    D-damn fox bitch, you had to get thest word in?!


    Hahaha! Then, Im really leaving. Bye everyone!


    <em>Poof!</em>


    Like that, Arin abruptly vanished in the darkness.


    After she left, Nox recalled her advice.


    She was someone who did as she pleased, but whenever she spoke, her words often contained wisdom.


    <em>A real hero</em>


    He recalled the dead Henris memories.


    Just because of a single person named Noah, the students at the institute had be more united than what was thought possible.


    They showed a miraculous fighting spirit to the point where it was enough to wear out Henri.


    <em>Certainly, it was dangerous.</em>


    A hero who was supported and respected by everyone, not just a hero with power, had created a miracle as Arin had said.


    However


    <em>Other than Choi Noah, I dont think there will be another hero like that.</em>


    Now that he was dead, wouldnt this be their best chance to realize their great cause?


    Nox looked at the others.


    Excluding Arin, the n will be carried out with four people.


    ThenAre you saying the one in the deep sea will join us?


    Yes. Ive already told that person that we really needed their help in this n.


    As Nox waved in the air, a model globe of Earth appeared.


    Like what I said earlier, the core of this n isnt to find a vessel as it has been, but to create a whole new body.


    Its not going to be easy.


    Sess or failure, we have to give it our all.


    The globe floating in the air began to rotate automatically, and soon it slowly stopped at a point.


    An ind currently home to thergest number of people in the world with a poption of over 500 million.


    It was Japan.


    Pointing to the map, Nox continued.


    And, the moment the long preparation ispleted! His glory will finally spread throughout thend!


    mes swayed from his eye sockets.


    In a secret space unknownst to others, a great event was gradually put into motion that would change the fate of the world.