From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals

Chapter 453 The side of Erebos

"That is alright, Elithira, but for now we will dine and rest," the Demon King declared, rising from his throne. "It is a mighty day to be gathering half of the Desperados back together. I do worry about the human worlds, though, as I am sure even right now the Vale is onslaughting their worlds. But little we can focus on right now until we are prepared for the Angelics."

Elithira nodded, her expression resolute. "Of course, but if Ty's world falls far enough, I would like to be sent to assist. I could care less what the Angelics or other universes think!"

The Demon King smirked. "We will discuss all that and more, my dear daughter. Please, now let's be on."

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Meanwhile, elsewhere in the vast space of nothingness, a void of white filled the area. Soft clouds floated around the ground, giving an ethereal feel to the scene. Suddenly, a portal zipped open in the far corner, followed by two smaller portals.

Erebos casually stepped out of the portal, his demeanor calm and composed. King Griswald stumbled in after him, closely followed by the Yami King.

King Griswald looked around, his eyes wide with confusion and anger. "Where have you brought me, vampire?!" he demanded. "This was not part of the deal. You were to help me rid my planet of monsters."

Erebos turned to him, his expression unchanging. "I am sorry for lying to you," he stated, his voice steady. "But removing the Dragoon and other curses is only the first step to permanently eliminating the monsters from your world. We must eventually take down the Demon King and the other Kings that govern the universes. All in due time, though."

King Griswald looked around, noticing the other figure with them. "And this is the man you told me about, the one who lost his world, right?"

Erebos nodded. "That is correct. His world fell due to a dispute between kings. Instead of a standard discussion, it resulted in destruction. He survived by piggybacking off the fleeing demons who left everyone else to die. Tragic, really, when you think about it.

Erebos smirked as they walked, the floor beneath them lighting up with a giant circle of symbols. An unlit crystal sat at the center, casting faint shadows. "That's right, the Demon King and his supporters got the finger back, just as I had planned."

King Griswald's brow furrowed in confusion. "You planned for them to retrieve it?"

"Indeed," Erebos replied. "In order for more infighting to occur and for the next step in our plans, we need Ty to be found by the Demon King. This will force him to send out people to assist Ty, causing further disruptions."

King Griswald sighed, a hint of frustration in his voice. "But I went through all that effort..." He paused, then asked, "Why is that skeleton even such a big deal?"

"For another time," Erebos replied smoothly. "You can sit back and watch, as this is your first time at the gathering."

Erebos clapped his hands and announced, "Welcome!" Moments later, the area lit up with lights as six pillars rose from the ground, each marked with numbers from one to six at their base.

King Griswald watched in curiosity and turned to the Yami King. "Do you have any idea what is going on here?"

The Yami King gave King Griswald a cold look. "We are not allies. Do not speak with me unless you want me to turn you pale."

King Griswald, taken aback, watched as the Yami King walked forward. The elder man followed him around the corner to the last pillar. The stone base lifted the Yami King to the top, where he sat cross-legged and closed his eyes.

Similarly, King Griswald observed as figures moved in, taking positions on the other pillars. In the second half of the room, a line of warriors stood, their faces obscured by shadows due to the dim lighting. Their forms were imposing, covered in darkness, making it impossible for Griswald to discern any details.