The return home was filled with laughs and yelling. Why yelling? It was just after we finished setting up the dungeon.

Flashback 2 days ago

Meil: WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU TWO ARE DOING!!!! WHY DID YOU MAKE ME THE DUNGEON BOSS!!!

Meil was freaking out because Baal and Lilian set her as the boss

Lilian: Calm down

Meil: CALM DOWN. YOU JUST MADE ME THE BOSS IN A DEAD DUNGEON!! NOT ONLY THAT YOU CHOOSE THAT WITHOUT THINKING!

Baal: But we did think. We were going to make the fairy queen the boss but then we thought. "Would she be able to defend the city here." We had a goddess of forest here with us. What else can beat a god in its territory.

Meil: Still ask first.

She grabbed the collar of Baal shirt and lifted him off the ground and shook him like a rag doll.

Meil: HOW AM I GOING TO SURVIVE BEFORE THIS PLACE STARTS UP!!!

Baal: J-j-ju-ust ha-ave th-he fa-ar-ies cas-st fo-og illu-usion. (Just have the fairies cast fog Illusion.)

Fog illusion is a race specific spell of the fairies. When someone enters the fog they walk in circles and exit the forest. Without a fairy guiding you you'll never get close to the town.

Meil dropped Baal while huffing in rage. It was clear that the bonus power was active and she was three times as powerful while she stood in the tree.

Meil: *huff**huff* Arrggaaahhhhh!! Damnit!!!

Ares: Bwahahaha don't be like that. You have a good home that will make plenty of followers for you.

This earned him a punch in the gut and left him weak in the knees as he gasped for air.

Meil: I don't want to hear your joking. *Sigh* if I'm going to do this then let’s do it bigger. Besides the Fairies send the elves as well. They are similar to fairies and are well connected to nature.

Baal: We should all return to Galton first. Once there we will send the fairies with you and your angel servants here. You can send others to the elven villages. They are all small so I don't think they would mind leaving as long as you help them pack. For now it’s best to hide the dungeon.

Baal flew to the core and touched it. He poured mana and slowly activated a region effect.

From the newly formed lake, fog slowly rose and spread on the ground before falling over the edges and began shrouding the tree.

Baal: There, it's just plain fog but it should help to at least hide it until you return.

Lilian: We should get going then.

On cue a large branch rose up from below making a path down.

Flashback end

After two days they could finally see the city in the distance.

A lot happened that made the trip eventful. First being the mass rank up of the elites.

Lilian's Elites ranked up into a quite interesting god. Lesser Valken Warrior God, along with that each of them were also elements gods of the six great elements. Jesse, became the goddess of earth and gained a light tan while her hair was dark brown to match. Flow, was the goddess of water and with the title came the long flowing hair and sapphire blue eyes that compliment her white wings that gained a blue hue to them. Aiden became the goddess of Fire to match her personality. With dark red hair and eyes to match her white wing also gained a red hue and flowed like fire similar to Ares's hair in his god form. Mason was the God of Darkness and gained pure black hair and whites as well as black eyes. Last was Lax as the God of Air. His changes were pale green hair, eyes and wings.

As for other angels. There were a few from the other gods elites who ranked up as well. One other minion of Lilian became the goddess of healing and had shown us god level healing spells that could regrow limbs. She was just short of bring the dead back to life.

Lilian also ranked up and gained two incredible titles. Besides being a Goddess of Love and War she was now also a Lesser Goddess of Light and Life.

Everyone was slack jawed when she said her new titles

As for me I ranked up a well as did my elites and around 10 of the peak tengu. All the minions ended up as a variant great tengu looking just like a stronger form of their previous form. But the elites were all unique from one another.

Lily's rank up was Great Tengu (Crane Variant). beautiful and graceful with natural charm to catch the eyes of those who stare. The humans say her figure would make the most beautiful Dancers pale in comparison. Her wings were white but starting half way the tips were black and as it went down the amount of black each feather had grew until the last feathers at the bottom were black. It have the illusion of water on the shore of a beach going back. Her hair was mostly white with blue and black highlights and when she transforms the feathers on her head was white from the front up to a certain point then it gained a blue hue.

Ideo, the humans compared him to a Griffon due to his strong build. His feathers are a golden brown giving him a majestic radiance which is enhanced when his wings are spread. As a human his hair is dark blond with light tan skin.

Ro's variant was a Hummingbird. I could understand this due to the fact when we fought after he ranking up into lesser tengu he was pretty fast in the air. He has green hair and feathers with a lighter sheen to it on his wings and half way down the feathers transition from green to greenish blue.

MaI ranked up into a dove variant Dove. Baal and the elites laughed at how perfect it fit her timid personality. She is like Baal with all white hair and feathers but she has blue highlights for her hair and her feathers have blue on the tips of the final layer of feathers at the bottom.

Lastly Kai's variant was an Owl. A few bird fanatics in the guild said her resembled the Great Horned Owl. Kai's hair is dark dirty blonde while his wings would be a mix of colors between brown, black, and white spotted randomly. (Best google the bird to see)

All of them experienced extreme changes to how their power was modified. Ro was one of the most impressive because even Baal could barely keep up with his speed. He was only able to see his shadow thanks to his powerful eyesight.

As for Baal, he ranked up normally to medium rank White Tengu but he was the one that left everyone most shocked. Everyone but Thanatos that is.

Baal gained two titles alongside. Demon Knight of Honor and Valor and Guardian of Death. Guardian of Light and Lesser Demon God of Death.

Everyone just stared at Baal. They couldn't speak as the words were stuck. No one knew a demon could become a god besides a Lich turning into a grim reaper and that wasn't even a title of a god but a race.

They all heard the deep laughter coming from under the cloak. Thanatos for the first time laughed.

Thanatos: So...Master has finally chosen two of his replacements.

Baal: What's that mean and how did I become a god?!

Thanatos: The same way Lilian became a demon goddess. You people, your minions all of them see you as a godly figure to them and not another demon ruler.

Lilian: And what is this about replacements?

Thanatos: Master Crono most likely finds you both worthy to take his place. Both of you are now Gods to one of his three powers. Life and Death are two of his realms of control and he has held it since the beginning and has yet to find someone he thinks is worthy. You two are two of his chosen ones.

Baal: still I don't get how a demon becomes a god?

Thanatos: Let me ask you what is a Demon god?

Baal: A god with demon followers.

Thanatos: Yes that is one interpretations. To me it is a Demon who purified him or herself to the point of holiness and became a god. In the opposite direction it is a god that has embraced demon mana and cultivated both in perfect balance.

Lilian: In other words because Baal has a small part of my mana and I have his we can become this kind of god.

Thanatos: Of course that is what the Yin Yang Spirit is.

He smiled towards them. It have the feeling of a grandfather proud of his grandchildren’s achievements.

They continue talking for the last bit as they finally return home.

Baal PoV

At the city gate we were welcomed by the guards.

They were all happy to see us back safe. With only a few deaths in the human ranks.

It was agreed that once all the foreigners could return to Aurora we would award them for their help.

I was going to give Dalton something a bit special for saving Lilian.

As we walk into the castle grounds we see something that makes us freeze. Sitting on a chair with a small table was Valeria drinking some tea and near her was a dome barrier and inside was a man with many monkey traits like tail and fur covering more of his face and legs. He looks exhausted and was huffing

Noticing us Valeria stands up smiling as bright as the sun itself.

Valeria: Ah here are my two favorite little babies.

She suddenly appeared in front of us and grabbed me and Lilian and hugged us.

Valeria: My little girl is now going to be my heir and her brother her guardian I can’t be happier.

Lilian: Wha! Wa-ait little girl.

Valeria: Eh? Oops.

Baal: What’s oops? Wait it’s probably better leaving that for later. First what is that human monkey guy.

Valeria: Don’t know. He arrived this morning here yelling about wanting to me the so called Demon knight of honor. When we said you were out doing a request for the fairies he said we were lying and began to beat of the guards until I taught him a lesson and trapped him in there.

Baal: Besides a few foreigners I don’t remember making enemies with any ape like people. Never met any either.

Valeria: Its best you figure that out.

I shrug and walk forward. The man notices me and stands up and the barrier shatters. He immediately jumps at me and swings his fists which I grab. I was certain if I clashed punches with him it would have caused a shockwave but I grabbed it instead but even then it caused my arm to numb from the impact.

Monkey: Finally decided to show yourself. Where were you hiding coward. I already see you as unworthy for the title of knight of honor.

Baal: I was making a proper home for the fairies who can’t breed without a special space now who are you.

Monkey: I go only by Son. I am leader of the proud sapiens.

Baal: Why did a proud sapiens attack innocent people without a just reason

He scowls and his fangs show.

Son: You were hiding.

Baal: I told you I wasn’t in the city. I was to the south. If you insist I will beat my answer into your body.

???: That’s all fine and all but where do I get in on the fun.

I didn’t budge but my eyes turn towards the intrusion. Standing there was a cocky guy that stank of arrogant noble. With dark red hair and a very pain complexion there stood a young teen with a cocky grin.

Valeria: Ah yes Baal. I forgot to mention. Your father sent you mother and brother here.

Rachet: Oh great. Its Mephist (Mephistopheles)

Mephist: Rachet...I guess more trash survived here in this trash world besides my “dear” brother that “my” father wants gone. Now I heard the army is back so where is that weakling imp.

Veins were popping on my head as blood rushed through but it kept my calm as best as I could but it still showed since I was squeezing Son’s hand to the point of leaving him pale in pain.

I let it go.

Baal: Let me deal with this trash first.

I walk towards him.

Mephist: Hmm are you him? Isn’t he supposed to be 5 or something.

Baal: A weakling who barely ever ranked up wouldn’t understand what it's like growing up fast like this.

Veins appeared on his face as well.

???: Don’t play around Mephisto.

I looked at the source of the voice behind him and out came a beautiful woman with pure black silky straight hair. He skin was as white as the moon on a night of the full moon and she wore a long dress like Kumi wears.

Mephisto: Mother he insulted me he deserves death and I will deliver it.

Lia: *Sigh* Go ahead. This would be a good lesson in humility if only he wasn’t as headstrong as his father

She stared with a blank look towards me.

Baal: So you are my biological mother then.

Lia: …

Mephisto: Trash don’t deserve to speak with my mother.

He transformed and turned into a Royal Imp like Rachet. No weaker than Rachet. I am almost sure Rachet is medium rank royal and this guy’s form proves it. It’s much less menacing and can barely make me tense up. I was sure that his power was as weak as it felt.

He rushed me with what anyone else would call impressive speed if it wasn’t for the fact that he was slow as hell for someone who trained his whole life with beings leagues ahead of him.

He came straight not even zigzagging to make me lose him from sight. Pulling his arm back he sent what looked like a heavy punch. I returned a punch with in human form and our fists collided.

*CRACK**SNAP*

The sickening sound of bones snapping and breaking was heard. If anyone looked at this scene you would think it was me but at this moment the giant demon that was my brother was moving closer to me while his arm bent inward and cracked more as all his bones up to his elbow were shattered. With all the extra speed he continued forward past me and slammed onto the ground rolling before he held his arm and rolled in pain.

Roaring in pain he held his arm. Unlike me and my minions a normal demon like Royal Imp gets hurt from healing spells so no one moved to help him since it wouldn’t help at all.

Walking slowly forward my demon mother walked over and held the arm and squeezed it causing the boy so much pain he fainted and turned back into his human form. Then holding his arm a black light covered it and slowly the arm was healed with demon healing magic.

I could see why she was the queen. To have that kind of magic would help a lot in the demon world where most of its residents would get hurt by it otherwise.

After administering the healing she looked at me with the same blank eyes.

Lia: What rank are you? And what are you?

Baal: …

This time Lilian stood in front of her like her son had done with her.

Lilian: Trash don’t deserve to speak with my brother. Take your son and leave.

She looked at Lilian with slightly more open eyes then before. I guess being the queen of the underworld no one ever talked back.

Lia: ...Fine.

She turned towards the unconscious boy and with a flick of her finger the ground beneath him rose and with him above it she took him back on a floating rock.

After they walked through the portal the court yard fell into silence. It was broken when a human from the guild asked a question.

???: Baal! Who are they and what are they to you?

I look towards the crowd and breathe deeply.

Baal: Everyone knows my title Demon prince right?

Everyone nods.

Baal: That title exists because I am an exiled son of the demon lord of the underworld. That boy is probably my brother or one of them and the woman would be my mother. Not that I care. The person I consider my mother is Stephanie the High Priestess of the Church of Light.

Son: You held back?

Baal: hm?

I look at Son confused and after thinking I replied.

Baal: Ya why would someone stronger fight at full strength with a weaker foe. Here are some words to live by, “Don’t be like the idiots who give their all just to hunt a rabbit” (quoted from mihawk vs zoro)

Son: Hm good words of wisdom, but letting them go like that. Wouldn’t it come to bite back later on?

Baal: I was born with a curse that made me weak. I trained to obtain the strength I have today. I will continue to train unlike my brothers who were born with power.

Son: ...I see. I guess you deserve the title.

Baal; What will you do now?

Son: ...Return to my people. We wish to free more people from those unjust and corrupt. I came to see if you were one of those but I see you are trustworthy. I currently live in the city the humans once called Hasona. Its previous king has returned and I have allowed him to manage the kingdom we build.

Baal: Oh so Mavis is there then.

Son: Yes I will be taking his family and help them back there. I hope we can have a spar sometime.

Baal: I will have a place for that something in the future.

He grinned and tossed the huge spiked staff on his shoulder.

After the “excitement” ended everyone went their own way. Me and Lilian pulled Valeria up to the top floor and stared her down. Even though we weren’t even a match for her she shrank back.

Lilian: Now then why did you call me your little girl.

Valeria: I’ve had you to taken care since babies so I consider you my kids.

Baal: So why was it that you used “Her brother” Instead of my little boy.

Valeria: …

She bit her lower lip and looked down.

Valeria: ...ghter.

Lilian: What?

Valeria: Its cause Lilian is my real daughter!! There happy.

She started to cry after that.

Lilian: I’m your...daughter.

tears began welling up in her eyes.

Lilian: You abandoned me as well and then give me to someone in your church.

Valeria: NO! It was Thadius that exiled you. A god who gives birth is extremely weakened for a period of time. It was that time that Thadius exiled you. I couldn’t do anything. When I found out all the light in my heart vanished so I used my power to guide the exile portals to my main cathedral that way I could at least keep you safe. Please believe me.

She was kneeling on the ground crying. Slowly Lilian walked to her and dropped herself over Valeria and hugged her.

Lilian: At *hic* least I *hic* know you *hic* loved me.

They both cried so I left them along. In my heart I really envied them. Valeria still loved Lilian as her daughter but all I saw from my own mother was indifference. Even that small glint of curiosity was probably only to get info out of me to let Lucifer prepare to kill me.

I jump into my bed and stay there.

Under world 3rd PoV

Lia was currently flying over the Underworld. Behind her was the boulder holding her beaten son. On her blank emotionless face a small blush and a smile appeared on it.

Lia: …fufu. My smallest little baby is the strongest. I’m so proud. I wish I could have hugged him.

She hugs herself thinking of the little baby that she held 5 years ago before he was removed from her.

Lia: Grow stronger...Baal. The Under World deserves a better ruler.

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