Riser Phenex isn't a villain

Chapter 352: Albion is useless

Manipulating memory was an easy thing for Riser, so watching Vali, who joined his mother and stepsiblings like they were a family that had been together for so long, Albion was satisfied and even cried.

Vali's face might be stiff, but there was no doubt that he was smiling.

In Italy, Riser also had his own industry, even though it wasn't much, so it was easy for him to give a proper job and money to Vali's family.

Or rather, even if he did nothing, many would help Vali's family as long as he said a single word.

At the same time, he could put Vali's family in misery as long as he said a single word.

Was this what a God was?

One can determine the others' fate so easily that one might yawn.

Still, due to defeating Vali Lucifer entirely, Riser got a reward.

[Congratulations, you have received a "Full Counter."]

Frankly, this ability was powerful since it could reflect any attack, whether it was physical or magic, twice the power. Yet, he had to say he was surprised as he got this ability from Vali.

However, since he got a reward, then it didn't matter.

Nevertheless, he had to say what he gained from Vali was so rich.

Not only did he get a reward from the system, but he also got the "Divine Dividing" and the power of the Lucifer.

Yes, he has Lucifer's power.

As he had said before, he had decided to make Vali into a normal human, so he took all the power of the devil within Vali's body, giving him Lucifer's ability. It was like when he stole the power of the "Sacred Gear Canceller" from Vali's grandfather, Rizevim Livan Lucifer. This time, it was the same.

So, what was the power of Lucifer?

The power of Lucifer was simple, and it was immense energy.

How could Vali use the power of the "Divine Dividing" without worrying about his life being cut down? Meanwhile, Issei needed to shave away his lifespan from time to time when he used the Boosted Gear so that the almost immortal lifespan gained by becoming a reincarnated devil had become similar to his lifespan when he was a human.

Yet, while Issei was in trouble, Vali was okay.

So, why?

It was all due to the immense demonic power within Vali's body. Due to this reason, instead of using his lifespan, Vali used his Demonic Energy, so his lifespan was still intact.

However, Vali had become a normal human after his power was taken by Riser, so there was no need to mention Vali anymore as his story was over.

Still gaining the power of Lucifer from Vali's body, Riser's Demonic Power increased even further.

Still, as he had become Desperado, his Demonic Power grew day by day, even if his energy was so much, especially after he devoured the Great Red.

Moreover, he also gained the traits of the multiple wings that only appeared on the leaders of the angel, the devil, and the fallen angel.

His phoenix-like wings are no longer two in number but 12.

As for another trait, such as silver hair, Riser didn't need it since he still liked his blonde hair color.

Watching all of this, Albion wondered why Riser wanted to know about Ddraig even though no one could defeat Riser, especially when he knew Riser's specialty was to reverse all the attacks into anything that healed and made him stronger.

This was a ridiculous ability that was impossible for anyone to do anything about.

Still, as Riser had upheld his promise, Albion also wasn't going to shy away. However, he had to say this experience was quite unique as it might be his first time talking with someone above him, so even if he knew that he needed to be polite, he was quite struggling.

"Tell me from the beginning how you and that red lizard know each other."

"...red lizard."

However, Albion could only sigh and tell his story. His story wasn't nice since it started with how he lived alone and no one dared to approach him due to his poison.

"That poison was the "Venom," you and Vali used when you two tried to kill me, right?"

"..."

Albion wondered what to say at the moment, but he could only nod awkwardly while feeling how idiotic he was previously. Still, with how lonely his life was, there was one dragon who could approach him.

"So, that's Ddraig."

"Yes."

"By then, you two fought?"

"Yes."

"Then, you two were sealed by God."

"...yes."

Okay, that's it.

Their story was so simple that there wasn't much to explain.

When Albion wanted to cry as his moving story was being simplified into a few hundred words, Riser asked, "So, what's Draig's power that makes him able to approach you?"

"Well, fire manipulation."

"That's it?"

"...it's true that his fire manipulation might not be as strong as yours, but he is strong."

"But he is weaker than me."

"....."

Albion couldn't refute it.

"So, that's it?"

"...sorry, that's what I remember. My memory is quite fuzzy, or it might have been erased after I was sealed, or maybe... I forgot. ...I am sorry."

Albion apologized once again, especially when he saw Riser's flat expression. At the same time, he thought about how useless he was, which made him become depressed. Still, his situation should be better than the original, as he wasn't known as a "Buttocks Dragon."

Still, with this, Riser's information about Ddraig was as good as zero. Aside from the basic ability of the Boosted Gear and fire manipulation, there was practically nothing worthy of his attention.

So, how could Issei defeat him?

Riser looked up at the sky and wondered why the world wished to do a meaningless struggle. As he let out a helpless sigh, he decided to return and was welcomed by Grayfia.

"Welcome back, Riser-sama."

"I am back."

Kissing her lips, he decided to ask Grayfia to help him release his stress. Grayfia also didn't mind helping him and even enjoyed it. However, during their moment of enjoyment, someone came to interrupt him.

While he was helpless, there was nothing he could do but stop since the individual who came had helped him a lot during the moment when he wasweak.

"Zekram-sama, it has been a while."

"Don't call me with "-sama." Someone might murder me if they hear that." Zekram was speechless but also happy by Riser's greeting since Riser still remembered his help in the past. Still, his eyes became subtle when he saw Grayfia and suddenly thought about his daughter-in-law. Maybe he should give that daughter-in-law to Riser?

As for the opinion of the others, Zekram didn't care at all.

Riser only laughed at Zekram's words and asked, "What should I call you, then? Uncle?"

"Hmm... that's not bad. Call me Uncle."

"...." Riser was speechless, then Zekram's companion. "It's rare to see you with Sairaorg, Uncle."

"Lucifer-sama." Sairaorg bowed his head, showing his utmost respect.

"...it makes you feel weird when you act like that, Sairaog."

Sairaorg's lisp twitched, but he still maintained his posture since their position now was different. They might be friends, but even so, he needed to respect Riser, especially when Riser was the strongest among all and brought glory to the devil.

"By the way, let's talk inside. It's rude of me to let you two stand up like this while you have come from so far away."

Riser also noticed Sairaorg's servants, who bowed their heads, but he didn't say anything.

"It's okay. We are the rude ones for coming without an appointment."

"Do you have something to report to me, Uncle?" Riser was so relaxed and asked curiously.

"Oh, yes." Zekram nodded and said with a smile, "I just want to tell you that Sairaorg has a Longinus."

"....." Grayfia and Riser.

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I am back!