Sefaira's sudden transformation caught everyone off guard, especially Issei who has been long friends with her. While he doesn't know much about her, she's been a good friend of his wives and even babysat his son multiple times.
However, the transformation didn't stop there as her face also soon started wrapping into someone else's, and this time, it was Stralit who let out a voice of surprise, "N-no way..."
Kisuke grinned at her and asked, "Do you regret it now?"
Stralit was stunned for a moment before shaking her head, "It's fine. But I don't think her presence will do us good."
Gwenn turned towards her and immediately asked, "Do you know her!?" She wasn't really surprised by the gimmick at the start but the moment she looked at her properly, she shuddered when saw the inner workings of an Evie in a body made out of flesh and blood, "What is she!?"
'Sefaira' finally finished her transformation and her mind became clear. She scanned her surroundings, landing her eyes for a little bit longer on Stralit before reigning in her malevolent aura and taking the seat in front of her, "Finally. I was wondering when you'd start."
"K-Kisuke..." Issei immediately figured out that she was not the Sefaira that she knew, "Who is she? Where's Sefaira?"
All these years, Sefaira has been hiding from the Evies and Etouldes alike because they thought that she was a survivor of their world who was able to escape both influences. They knew that she was hiding a lot of things including why she bears the same one as one of the Pillar Gods but they thought that wasn't a big deal since if it is, she wouldn't be using that name that openly.
Before Kisuke could say anything, 'Sefaira' turned to Issei with a smile and said, "Hyoudou Issei, I'm thankful to you and your wives for taking care of this body. I'd say I enjoyed the experience these past few years."
Although he was talked to, Issei didn't really know how to respond. It sounded like she was the Sefaira that he knew but that way she carried herself was very different from his memories."Ehem..." Kisuke gathered everyone's attention, "Everyone, let me introduce you, Seraselbes, one of the Pillar Gods. Also known as The Wicked God."
Kisuke was smiling but no one could see as they stared stunned at 'Sefaira Seraselbes' who was introduced as Seraselbes, except for Stralit, of course, who could only make a wry smile.
Issei massaged the bridge of his nose. He knew Kisuke liked his surprises and he was used to it. However, this is far too much even for him, "Care to repeat that again?" He asked, hoping that this is one of those 'gotcha' pranks.
"Seraselbes. The Wicked God. One of the Pillar Gods."
Sadly, Kisuke didn't grant his wish.
Issei only has one question, "Why!?"
Issei has grown out of his impulsiveness but he still couldn't help but raise his voice in this unbelievable situation, "...This... How? Why? That's the leader of the invaders, you know!? And why am I the only one very surprised by this!?" He scanned the surroundings and soon found someone else opening and closing her mouth. Issei doesn't know if she's trying to say something or gasping for air, "Oh... You're surprised too." Thanks to that, however, he was able to calm himself.
The very surprised person, Gwenn, couldn't see nor hear the others the moment Kisuke introduced Seraselbes. It's as if it was only her and Seraselbes in the whole world. Issei was correct to think that she was trying to say something but the fear of death doesn't allow her that and even breathing is extremely hard for her right now.
It was only after Stralit patted her back, sending a wave of her Spiritual Power into her that Gwenn was finally able to remember how to properly inhale and exhale. As soon as she gained a bit of clarity, she bit her lips, using the pain to fully wake herself up.
Gwenn didn't want to believe that the one in front of her was one of the Pillar Gods from the Evies' side. Sadly, her eyes are good enough to see whether Kisuke is lying or not.
It was also at this moment but she finally remembered Kisuke and Stralit's strange exchange, signifying a far more terrifying implication.
Her head slowly turned to the one patting her back and fear was apparent in her eyes. She looked into her eyes and it only took her a moment to catch a glimpse of guilt on it.
Gwenn inadvertently took a step back and dodged her caring hand. At this moment, she truly felt alone, surrounded by her enemies.
She wanted to ask, but she was very much scared of the answer Stralit would give her. If by some chance that they really are colluding with the Evies, then death will be the least of her worries.
Gwenn wanted to take some more distance from everyone, but before she knew it, Kisuke appeared behind her, making her shudder and almost lash out. Kisuke thankfully was able to stop her in time by pressing his hand covered with calming Kaidou on her trembling shoulder and saying, "I know what you want to ask and I'll answer it for you. Stralit here indeed personally knew Seraselbes and they aren't just simple acquaintances.
"However, Stralit didn't bring you here to harm you. On the contrary, it's because she trusts you."
Gwenn turned to Stralit once again but the latter didn't say anything and just nodded slightly.
It might have been her survival instinct but Gwenn managed to crack a nervous smile as she pivoted her head towards Kisuke, "It's going to take a lot to convince me and if you can, please do it as soon as possible because I'm this close to flipping out."
Kisuke grinned, "Actually, it's going to be super easy, barely an inconvenience."
Gwenn wondered what he meant by that but she'll soon realize what he meant when a silhouette began materializing behind Issei bearing a very familiar aura of a Royal Etoulde.
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