The two weapons were now pushed inside Aiz's neck.

I could see her eyes open in shock and the realization that death is near. This is what happens when you ask for a serious fight. Choose your words carefully. Life lesson by your dad, Riku.

The stabs in her neck were shallow, meaning with the emergency treatment she would live. This is of course if that treatment came in the next 20 seconds. If not then she'll die of blood loss.

I pulled out my blade but kept Desperate in her neck.

I put it back into my inventory.

Bell: W-----wh------WHAT HAVE YOU DONE!!! SHE'S GOING TO DIE. WHY DID YOU DO THAT. SHE IN YOUR FAMILIA!!!

I know very well what I've done.

Do I feel remorse?

No.

She's fictional. Just like this whole world. What reason is there to feel sad or guilty?

Aiz is in serious pain. 10 seconds have passed, 10 more and she'll no longer live. I wonder if someone will help her.

I held a blonde girl in my arms, her eyes were closed and she was still. I have the body of Aiz Wallenstein in my hands.

I take two fingers and press them against her wrist, I feel a heartbeat.

Aiz Wallenstein is alive and well.

I saved her.

Does she deserve this? No.

Do I want it? Maybe.

Do I hate her? Not at all.

So why did I do it? I don't know.

All I know is that an innocent person is dying for absolutely no reason.

Am I a hero? No, I am not.

Am I a villain? To some, maybe.

But am I a douche? I could be, I could not, I don't know.

I purchase an expensive potion, I walk up to Aiz's body, pull out the sword. Open her mouth with my hands, and drop the liquid inside. I can see her swallowing the potion as if its water.

The stab marks on her disappear, but the blood remains. Aiz Wallenstein falls asleep in my arms.

Letting her die is stupid and makes no sense.

It's a dick move.

So I helped her.

Was it to confirm to me that I'm not a dick? No, I am.

I don't know why, and I could give a damn. I helped her, and now she's in my debt once again.

Aiz Wallenstiens life is in my hands, all I did was seize the opportunity.

Most of what I've said is a lie.

This life is a comedy, not a fucking drama.

I lied in my monologue. Sorry, but I always wanted to do that. To trick people.

And you all fell for it.

HA FUCKING LOSERS

I can whatever I want, I'll do whatever I want. That's how I live.

I wanted to kick Aiz's ass. So I did. I wanted her to live, so I did.

Of course, there was some truth to what I said. Aiz is in my debt. I can get her to do more favors for me.

The perfect opportunity.

Now I can get Aiz to get me out of all expeditions.

Well, it won't work, but who cares. Worth a shot anyway.

With Aiz in my arms, I turn to Bell, who looks confused.

I use rulers' authority to keep her afloat. I put a finger on my mouth, as in to say...

shhh

He understands at the very least. I signal him to sit down next to me. He does that.

The two of us just look upon the horizon, silently thinking about what the fuck happened today.

That reminds me. I have to speak with Loki about Bell's second name. I'm going to make bribe her to make her use the name 'False Genius'.

I might have taken inspiration or outright copied from something else but that's not important at the moment.

10 minutes pass, 30 minutes pass, an hour and a half passes. And finally, after 2 hours, this girl wakes up.

Like bruh, I didn't know a side effect of that potion was sleeping like you're sleeping beauty.

She looks sluggish. She's rubbing her eyes like one of those anime girl characters do.

Aiz: .........Hi

Me: Hello.

Aiz: Am I alive.

Me: Nah, you're dead and gone.

Aiz: What?

Me: How you feeling?

Aiz: I'm............fine?

She looks confused, it's not like the potion erases her memory, it just heals her. She thinks she should have died.

Me: Yeah well here's the gist of it. You fight me. You lose. You almost die. I help you. You alive.

Aiz: I can understand perfectly fine, you know.

She looks annoyed, she does that thing where you push your lips up.

Don't know what it's called.

Pouting I think.

Looks good.

Me: Well, if you can understand fine, that means you are fine.

I can feel her getting hotter and warmer. She's still in my hands. Her face looks more colorful, reddish, and pinkish.

Is it the sun, or does she have a fever or-----

Oh shit, I can't believe I just thought that.

I caught myself trippin. I was acting like one of those dense mc's.

This is an embarrassing position, though I don't really mind.

Me: Sorry, you can go.

I let loose of my grip on her and she gets up.

The thing is, she was in my arms like how people do a princess carry. That type of shit.

This was pretty corny, not gonna lie.

Aiz stands up on her feet, looking down at my figure as I'm still sitting on the rocky, grassy surface.

She's still pinkish though.

Wait! Does she like me?

HOLY SHIT SHES AN M!!!!

I hope not. M's are fucking weird. All offense intended to all ya weirdos out there.

Please Aiz, don't like me. I almost fucking killed you for Oceanus's sake.

Aiz: Well, thank you. I'll tell Loki and Finn not to include you in the expedition tomorrow.

Me: You going to Loki now. I've got to see her at 8 so I'll go with you. Yo Bell, you going home.

Startled by my sudden calling of his name, Bell stod up almost on instinct. Like I was an army general yelling 'ATTENTION'.

Bell: Yes, I've intruded on your business, I'll be leaving now. Good Day, Riku, Ms. Aiz.

And he walks away rather quickly.

I stood up and made my way next to Aiz.

Me: Let's go shall we.

And the two of us left City Wall and made our way through the backstreets to the Twilight Manor.

Someone was watching, a person dressed in black held a magic mirror. This mirror projected the events of what happened.

Using the mirror was risky but luckily for the person watching, the gods were busy preparing for Dentaus and other activities.

"Fufufu I see, my sweet little Bell doesn't have any romantic interest. Wonderful. And Riku. The mysterious new child. I wonder how he took out that sword and potion from mid-air. A skill of some sort? I want him too. But.............his soul. I've never seen one like his. A dark shade of purple. I want him too."

The purple color of Riku's soul.

Unbeknownst to him, Riku's lightning ability was changing. The color was no longer blue. No, it was purple, the same as the color of his shadows.

Why did the color suddenly change? It can only mean one thing. Riku was growing. Sooner or later he will be at a level that not even Oceanus, Kronos, or the gods can match. He will truly be, the Sovereign of Shadows.

"My lady, do you want me to involve myself with him as well."

"No, that's quite alright. He's mighty strong. I don't want to risk anything until I can confirm his strength."

The two talking were two well-known beings.

The goddess of Beauty Freya. Known by others as majestic and magnificent.

And known to Riku as the horny yandere.

Ottar. The level 7 of Orario. People know him as the king. The strongest adventuer.

Riku refers to him as the badass that can fuck up Loki's Familia.

Aiz: Can I ask you something.

Me: Sure.

Aiz: Where do you come from?

Where I come from?

Me: You really wanna know. It ain't all that interesting.

Aiz: If it's ok with you.

Me: Well then, let me tell you about the mystic land of America.

Aiz: America?

Me: Yep, you probably haven't heard of it. It's a place near the ocean. So what about it do you wanna know?

Aiz: Hmm the people there.

Me: Well, once the land was governed by an orange man. He was good at making sure the economy stayed fat and rich but he was also a complete dumbass who didn't know how to get people to like him.

Aiz: Orange man? Like a fruit?

Me: Nah, more like an orange silverback. Anyways, this Orange man fucked up his chances of leading the country again and was replaced by a sleepy dude. The man looks like he can die any second. This guy, unfortunately, liked touching little girls. And when I mean little girls, I don't mean your age. I mean like 7-year-old kids. He was a weird dude. He was basically controlled by his group of, let's call them fans.

I am of course talking about American Politics.

Aiz: That's very weird. He liked..........touching little girls.

Me: Yeah, and I mean in weird places.

I ain't no democrat, and while I lean toward the Republican side, both candidates are shitty in my opinion.

Me: Anyways, this land was once part of a big kingdom, this kingdom died out so you don't know them. Once my homeland broke apart from that kingdom, we did the same things they did. In other words, we became bad people.

Aiz: Are you a bad person?

Me: Yeah but not like them.

Aiz: I don't think you're bad.

Me: And whys that.

Aiz: Well, you helped me even though you didn't have to.

Me: Yeah, and I beat your ass too.

Aiz: Well................um...........well.

Me: Nevermind, I've clearly stumped you. So, Aiz. Are you perhaps, an M.

Aiz: What's that.

Me: Uhh well, it's someone who likes getting hit.

Aiz: Huh?........................ Wait, what.

Her facial expression changed from emotionless to bewildered.

Me: Nevermind again.

Aiz: What about your family?

Me: My family? What about them?

Aiz: Your level 6, so are they proud of you or something.

Me: My parents? No way in hell would they be proud of me. Pretty sure they don't like me.

They're doing good and well on earth, I suppose. Usually, you would miss them.

But not me, not at all.

They aren't proud of him? But he is strong.

They don't like him? But parents are supposed to, right?

..........................I miss my dad and mom.....................the dragon. I have to kill the dragon.

Riku might have noticed my looks change because he stared directly at me. He wasn't glaring but it felt uncomfortable.

"Tchh no good. I can't read them at all."

Read what? There arent any books around here.

Riku is weird.

He doesn't feel dependable, but he feels reliable, at least that's what I felt when I was in his................arms.

I don't want to remember that. It was weird.

His right hand was on the back of my head, his fingers went through my hair. It felt...........good.

I don't want to remember that, but I should ask Rivera.

Me: Tcch no good. I can't read them at all.

This girls' emotions. What are they? She looked emotionless a while ago, now she looks angry or something. I don't know. Her face is hard to weird.

I ain't one of those therapists who specialize in this sort of thing.

We walked in silence till we reached the manor. The guards let us in immediately.

When we were inside, we went to the residential area, where we saw Loki.

Loki: Aizuuuu there ya are. I've been looking for you all day.

She jumped at Loki like a cat but got swatted away like a fly.

Aiz: I have a request, can you exclude Riku from the expedition tomorrow.

Loki: Huh?

Then a short blonde appeared before us.

Finn: Well, we only planned on having him join us on the next one. So it doesn't matter.

Really? That's good.

Me: Loki, you said 8 right. It's already 6.

Loki: Oh would ya look at that. Let's get going.

She then came to me and gave me a look while grabbing my arm and pulled me away outside in the front lawn.

Me: Where is the meeting.

Loki: It's in Babel.

Me: Don't you have Denatus, am I allowed to come.

Loki: Ya. Ouranos allowed it. Were going to do that thingy thing too.

We walked to Babel and took a magic stone-powered elevator to the floor on which it will take place.

We were outside the door to a room.

Loki: Alright, you stay put here. Come in when we say so.

Loki went in.

I was standing outside, I decided to lean against the wall. I shut my eyes. I was trying to think of all the things that aren't in this world.

Like anime and stuff.

If only I had a collection of the Danmachi novels with me.

Ah. Maybe the store has them. Ya never know.

I opened the system and looked at the screen in front of me.

I looked through the score and even used the search button. No luck.

"Ah, if it isn't Riku, the 'Tenjin'.

I heard a voice right in front of me. They were approaching me from a mile away.

Me: Freya

I muttered under my breath.

Freya: Yes, that is me, child. To think Loki would actually bring you here.

Me: Well Loki can keep some promises at least.

Freya: I suppose so. Anyhow, I guess I'll be seeing you later, dear Riku.

OH NO! I FORGOT!

Me: Ah wait, Freya, if you would listen for a bit.

Freya stooped walking and turned around. A curious look on her face.

Me: It's about an adventure named Bell Cranel.

I feel like she looked surprised even though she didn't show it. Makes sense since she's chasing after his ass.

Freya: Ah, you must be talking about the boy who broke the record.

Me: Yes him. I have a favor. If you would, can you suggest and make sure that his second name is 'False Genius'.

Freya: And why is that?

Me: It's a name I think is suitable for him.

Freya: And why shall I do that? For two adventures I do not even know.

Me: Oh you know Bell very well. I'm sure you have an interest in me too. Or am I mistaken.

Freya: Fufufu I wonder. How do you know this?

Me: I'm the mysterious new guy. I know a lot of things.

Freya: The name is not cute at all........though it might make sense, albeit just a little. What do I get in return?

Me: Well, is there anything you want me to do? That doesn't involve Bell Cranel or my familia. If you want me to leave them, I cannot do that. I've only been there for about a month or so.

Freya: Fufufu that's quite alright. If it's ok with you, I'll ask a couple of questions about you. Come to my chambers later tonight. I'll send an escort.

Me: Very well. Thank you, Freya.

Freya: You're certainly welcome, my child.

Good. I can't believe I forgot to tell Loki about the name.

Well, that was weird.

I must admit though, I liked her silver hair. It looked more like platinum though.

The horny Yandere strikes again. I wonder what she'll ask.

Ouranos: Ok, now that we are all here. Let's start the Denatus. Usually, I don't show up, but I made sure that the dungeon is in control before I left my room. I know we started it later than usual but that is to be expected. First, we shall decide names for the adventures who have leveled up. First, let us start with this Ceti Shelty.

They named adventure after adventure until they got to a rather popular name.

Ouranos: The Sword Princess Aiz Wallenstein. What shall her new name be?

God 1: Oh-oh, I know. How about Lady of Battle.

Loki: Heya, shut up before I kill ya.

God 1: Yes maam. Sorry maam.

Ouranos: Then finally we have the last one. Oh, it seems the guild worker didn't do a good one with this adventure. His details are poorly written. Let's see, Bell Cranel.

A certain pink-haired guild employee sneezed while doing paperwork.

The gods started murmuring.

Loki: A month!!! Ya kidding. My Aiz took a year and this no-name brat from big boobs does it in a month. I don't believe it. Hey big tits, explain yourself. Ya use your Arcanum?

Hestia, who was in attendance, froze on the spot. She couldn't talk about Realis Phrase to the other deities. Some time passed before someone spoke up.

"My, my, whats the big deal"

Freya finally spoke up. She was protecting Bell, not Hestia.

She drove Loki into a corner. Exposing her as jealous.

Freya then got up from her seat and spoke once more.

Freya: Ah and for the boy. I think the name 'False Genius' is perfect. Make sure you use that name.

She winked at the gods and the male gods nodded their head furiously

Freya: Well, I have to leave now. Goodbye.

Ouranos: Wait, do you not want to know about the adventure Riku. He will come in soon.

Freya: That's fine. I'll get what I want soon anyways.

She opened the door and left.

The door next to me opened. The person coming outside was Freya.

Me: Done already? I trust you've done what I said.

Freya: Of course. Now, I'll be waiting, Riku. Don't be late.

She gave a seductive smile of sorts and left.

I think we could maybe get along. Just maybe. Though she's a slut, I remember that she helped out my guy Bell in the Denatus. Originally anyway.

Ouranos: let's decide on his name.

God 3: The lady has spoken. We shall give him the name 'False Genius'.

God 4: Yes. A perfect name. It's absolutely disgusting, I love it.

Goddess 1: I must agree with them for this at least. Hahaha, it's a really good name.

Hestia: N-Noooo not that name. It doesn't suit my Bell at all.

Goddess 3: Give up Hestia, you cant win.

Hestia: H-Hepahstus!!!!

She turned to her friend, looking for her friend.

But Hepahstus only shrugged her shoulders.

She left her friend for dead. To be picked on like she's a fresh target for the bullies in high school.

Ouranos: Then it is decided. Bell Cranel, the 'False Genius'. And before I move on, I think it's suitable that we name Riku, the adventure of Loki Familia, as well.

"Well I guess so"

"Level 6 and no name"

"Makes sense"

Ouranos: What shall it be? Decide.

"I don't know, maybe 'Mystery Fucker'

"Crude language is not allowed."

"What about the name the children say. 'Tenjin' or something.

"That means thunder god, right."

"Supposedly he can use lighting magic. Hey Loki, can he?

Loki: Hmm, oh, uh yeah he can. It's blue and really strong. No use hiding it since people already know. Though I don't know-how.

Ouranos: Then 'Tenjin' it is. Now let's get on with the main purpose of being here. Loki, call the Tenjin into the room.

All the deities grew excited. They'll finally meet him. The man of many mysteries. 'Mystery Fucker' they said.

Instead of getting up and walking outside, Loki simply yelled his name.

Loki: Hey Riku, get over here!

And when she said that, the black-haired man walked inside. With an array of clothing. It was not a suit, but more of a battle attire.