"Those Ideals and Honour you spoke of, Ludwig. Was the reason you were disgraced by the Church. Was it not? When I destroyed the Excalibur they disbanded your Organization, despite of the achievements and deeds you have done for them."

-Tiberius' words to Ludwig

Chapter 15: Old Rival Meets

Three hours later

Kuoh Forest

Two explosions rocked the forest floor of Kuoh as dust and smoke filled the area. Coming out of the smoke is Jeanne D'Arc former Saint of the Church landing on the ground as she knelt slightly. Clutching her dark purple longsword, the platinum-blonde haired woman slowly stood up

"Tch!..." Clicking her tongue in annoyance as she was separated by Gasciogne. "No doubt they planned this"

Her attention was interrupted as a red lightning began to form inside the smoke and dust.

"Take this, you bitch!" Mordred shouted as she lunged towards Jeanne who parried the thrust of Clarent to the side with her longsword.

Jeanne knew that Mordred can overpower her if she blocks her attacks. Without any hesitation, she immediately followed up by raising her sword targeting her opponent's back

Mordred who saw the danger stabbed the ground to where the blade of her sword was going, as she immediately used the momentum to lunge towards Jeanne with her fist clenched. Intending to land a right hook on the former saint's face.

Moving her head to the side, Jeanne dodge her right hook however failing to realize the other hand had grabbed her sword arm. A move that Mordred copied from Beowulf during their fight back in Lucifaad, almost immediately pulled Jeanne towards her. Headbutting the former Holy Blade on the face.

"DROP DEAD!"

Seeing the opportunity to take her revenge on Modred, Jeanne wasted no time to kick her away as hard as she can.

"Guah!" Despite wearing her armor, Modred felt the strength of the kick that it made her spit.

They distanced themselves from each other, the two panted and slowly began to catch their breath.

"You're good!" Jeanne complimented

"You too…" Modred replied

Fighting for three hours, the two were so lost in their battle that neither side was having the upper hand. It was clear that there was still no clear winner in this fight.

'Strange…She never used that standard which she carried' The Knight of Treachery wondered as she noticed that her opponent discarded the lance as soon they had fought 'Master told me that it was her most powerful weapon. Which only means that she's also not fighting seriously'

THUD!

Almost immediately, Modred swung Clarent to the side as her reflexes kicked off to the intruder who appeared beside her.

"Wait! Wait! It's me nya!" Kuroka cried out as soon, realizing her mistake as she was still masking her presence with Senjutsu. Ducking under the blade, she can only sigh in relief narrowly escaping death.

"What the hell, you stupid cat?!" Modred shouted in anger as she almost killed her. "Take your fight with the wolf somewhere else."

"RAHHHH!"

Jumping out of the trees, Gasciogne aimed his long axe on where the two devils were standing as both leapt away from the blade of which destroyed the ground they had been standing on.

"Any luck with him?" Modred asked Kuroka who now had her slight scratches on her clothes

"He's holding back, I can tell you that nya" Kuroka replied narrowing her amber eyes at Gasciogne "He's fast and I'm at a disadvantage in close range but…judging from his movements he's not comfortable in fighting with my Senjutsu nya"

"You too, huh?" Modred wondered of their intentions are and the reason of them holding back. Her emerald eyes scanned the surrounding area. Something was not right, it was as if they were led her on purpose.

A silence dawned down between the two opposing pairs.

'BEHIND!' Both Devils thought as Modred swatted the incoming Light Spear with her Clarent while Kuroka encased herself in a protective purple sphere that ate the other spear aimed at her.

"Tiberius trained you two well. I expected nothing less from his own peerage" A man announced as he floated above the air. Having red eyes, long black hair and pointed ears.

"Kokabiel" Modred whispered to herself

The Fallen Angel turned his attention towards the two Holy Blades. Jeanne could only show her disgust having to force to work with this Fallen, she never liked them and found them to be much worse than the Angels.

"Jeanne, you've done well in bringing them here. Now we can have a chat with his-"

"So you were the one behind this, Kokabiel." Tiberius voice echoed throughout the forest "I should've expected it from you"

Jeanne, Gasciogne and even Kokabiel tensed up as soon they heard the familiar voice of the former 'Grand Marshal' of the Lucifer Army.

"Tiberius…"Gritting his teeth in anger, Kokabiel could barely contain his anger towards him.

"Gasciogne, Get ready…" Jeanne warned her fellow comrade as she now held her lance with both hands.

"Hmmm…" Nodding at her words, The Undertaker stood on guard.

"Did you really think that your movements will not be noticed by me?" Tiberius' voice echoed throughout the forest as he began to taunt the Fallen Angel

RUSTLE!

Hearing the sound the moving bushes, Kokabiel immediately summoned 12 Light Spears throwing it at the said bushes. Because there he was the Emperor of the Devils with both hands behind his back along with his Insect Queen Familiar, Entoma

Conjuring the High Abyss in his hands holding the Greatsword as he raised up his other hand.

"Abyssal Gate!(1)" Saying those words, A large rift of darkness appeared on the palm of Tiberius' hands as the Light Spears was sucked in.

"TAKE THIS, YOU BASTARD!"

"ROAR!"

Jeanne and Gasciogne seeing that Tiberius was occupied with Kokabiel's attack sprung in action as they brandished their powerful weapons. Jeanne using her lance as Gasciogne has now fully transformed into a werewolf.

Tiberius could it in their eyes. A feeling that he was used to. An aspect of sin as a Devil he was familiar with.

Wrath.

He could feel their anger at him, no doubt because of his Victory over Ludwig their Grandmaster.

"Weren't you two still fighting with my peerage?"

The two Holy Blades didn't have any time to react as two shadows loomed over, with Mordred now hovering over Jeanne while Kuroka on top of Gasciogne.

"GUAH!/UGH!" Both shouted in pain

Both of their opponent's feet immediately made contact on their backs as they were sent to the ground

Jeanne whose face now touched the ground tried to stand up but the cold steel of Clarent made her stop as Mordred gripped her hair as the blade drew blood on her neck

"Don't try anything, you bitch?" The Knight of Treachery threatened as her eyes narrowed "If you do, I won't hesitate in opening your throat…"

Knowing she was in a disadvantage, Jeanne relented before her amber eyes went towards Gasciogne who began to regress back into his human form

"Sleep…" Kuroka whispered as she covered the werewolf's snout with her hand as a purple smoke emanated from it putting Gasciogne unconscious.

"Good Job, you two" Tiberius praised both women as he now knelt before Jeanne. Grabbing her face with one hand, the former Saint snarled as she tried to bite of his fingers

"Unhand me, you bastard!"

Ignoring her insult, Tiberius stood up as his eyes landed onto Kokabiel who was watching him warily.

"Just who are you?" Kokabiel asked in narrowed eyes "You are not him. The boy who I fought during that Siege centuries ago… You are not Tiberius Caesar. Wielding a power that is not his"

Even Kuroka, Mordred and Jeanne was confused by his statement wondering why Kokabiel was saying he is not 'Tiberius Caesar'

"I killed that naïve young man long ago…His Ideals, His Honour and even his dreams. The only thing I inherited from him is his memories and emotions, Kokabiel" Tiberius stated "But enough about me, tell me why you are here with these two?"

Tiberius asked as he pointed at them with the High Abyss.

"I think you already know. I'm sure even Griselda had already told you the reason why." Kokabiel replied as he sat on a nearby rock "Excaliburs and Kuoh are just the tip of the Iceburg. It is the Great War we yearned for. To see who really won that war. Now there is no Honor and Glory left for an Age without war. I hate it how Azazel and my fellow Cadre didn't see the boredom of this world"

"THAT IS WHY I AIM TO CHANGE IT. BY STARTING HERE IN KUOH!"

Tiberius was irritated not because of the threat that the Fallen had spouted out of his mouth but of the two words that he had come to hate

"Honor and Glory, you still cling to those Ideals" Tiberius stated as his eyes contorted into anger "The fact you desire war means you are still stuck in that past. Pitiful."

"You may laugh at my desires, Tiberius. But I will have the last laugh once all of this is over" Kokabiel finished as he now "I am sure that only one of us will be alive"

"I have two questions for you" Tiberius asked as he now decided to finish this "Is Khaos Brigade is involved in this?"

"No, I don't desire their silly ambition of challenging the might of Great Red" Kokabiel spat showing his disgust for the Terrorist organization.

Tiberius was at least disappointed that he was not a part of Khaos Brigade because if he was, it would mean that the Imperium would have more information against them. And now the question he had wanted to ask.

"Where is Ludwig?"

It was question that Kokabiel expected from the Devil before him, He never understood why he was insistent on finding the Holy Blade but it was clear that Tiberius have some kind of an ulterior motive.

"You're asking where he is… Why don't you ask him yourself?"

As if on cue, A figure wearing a white knight armour with a red cape then leapt out of the trees lunging towards Tiberius who immediately grabbed Kuroka and Modred pulling them away. He then grabbed the High Abyss which was stabbed on the ground before blocking a black greatsword that was aimed at his head.

CLANG!

With both Greatswords meeting a large shockwave was formed as the two swordsmen clashed. The Air began to for a twister as two great opposing forces began to fight for supremacy.

"We meet again, Holy Blade!"

"I'll have you unhand my subordinates, Dread Knight!" The White Knight then applied more force onto his Great Sword.

With their strength equally opposing the ground began to shake and crack before it was destroyed. The Force was so powerful that it sent everyone flying including Kokabiel who used his wings to cover himself.

"You have gotten weaker, Ludwig. I already have a speculation that you were alive but the question is where have you been all this time?" Tiberius stated as he noticed the lack of strength of his rival.

Noticeably Gasciogne who had just woken up and Jeanne were dusting themselves off, as cuts covered their clothes only hardened their glared towards Tiberius who noticed this. Turning his attention back to Ludwig, there was only silence indicating he refuses to answer his question

"So you won't tell me. That is fine with me, now that I know you really are alive" Tiberius stated as he pointed the High Abyss at Ludwig. "This will make me sleep better, knowing that we can settle who really won during the Great War"

It was a partial truth to why Tiberius had always seeked out Ludwig and that was to determine who really is the Greatest Swordsman between the two of them, but as of now Tiberius felt disappointed that he was weaker compared back during the Great War.

"I could say the opposite. You however have gotten stronger and that sword of yours is not sentient but rather it is you" Ludwig pointed out as he felt an energy coming from the High Abyss which was tied to Tiberius "I will defeat you and stop your mad plans of conquering the Underworld, even if I have to create chaos"

"Now where did you hear that?" Tiberius asked, noticing that Kokabiel was just watching the scene with a smile

"From Kokabiel, You formed your own faction that destroyed the Power Balance of the Underworld and from what I heard from the actions you've taken, it is clear that he is correct. The desire you have is the whole Underworld under your leadership and the one way you can do that is through Conquest"

Tiberius listened knowing that what Ludwig was saying is true but he is not entirely correct.

"Understanding .That is what you said to me when you were my prisoner during the Great War in order to stop the conflict. And now you are doing the opposite of your words" Ludwig stated as he begun to feel his anger rise "WHERE ARE YOUR IDEALS AND HONOUR, TIBERIUS?! HAVE YOU DECIDED TO DISCARD THEM SO EASILY?!"

Everyone was quiet, no words came after Ludwig's raging words towards him. Even Jeanne was surprised knowing that his Grandmaster had always respected Tiberius but she did not expect it was not this much.

"ANSWER ME!" Ludwig shouted as he lunged towards him

"I'm disappointed that you still cling to those primitive ideas…" Tiberius stated as he braced himself from Ludwig's attack "And yet you still pride yourself behind those 'shields'"

As Ludwig was in range, Tiberius blocked the attack before changing its trajectory as Ludwig tried to attack again. Mordred could only watch as sparks and the sound of clashing metal created a smooth symphony between two warriors.

"Those Ideals and Honour you spoke of, Ludwig. Was the reason you were disgraced by the Church. Was it not? When I destroyed the Excalibur they disbanded your Organization, despite of the achievements and deeds you have done for them." Tiberius said as he pushed away the Greatsword away from his face "One day you were the Pillar and Symbol they looked up to and then you became the most loathed Warrior just because you lost Excalibur"

"SHUT UP!" Ludwig shouted in anger as he grabbed Tiberius' face with his armoured hand before slamming his head on the ground again and gain "YoU dOn't know anything!"

Pushing his head on the ground, Ludwig did not even realize that part of his helm has been cracked by the pressure revealing his face. It was distorted and grey while his eyes were full of scars and hair.

"So this is what happened to you, Ludwig." Tiberius said as he lay on the ground unfazed by the banging of his head with Ludwig's hand still gripping his face. "Just like with 'me'…"

Ludwig eyes widened in shock realizing one thing for it seems Kokabiel was right. This was not the Tiberius he once knew. Like the Devil he is gripping is someone else entirely

"I was stupid and Idealistic when I foolishly believed in Honor, Glory and the codes of Chivalry. Too blind to see the inevitable betrayal during the Devil Civil War." Tiberius stated as he mocked Ludwig in his face knowing that his words will anger him "And now I only see a fool who still clings to those stupid things despite of what the Church had done to him."

"Don't you dare mock me!" In his anger Ludwig raised the sword up high aiming it directly at Tiberius' face. "Huh?"

The Kaiser smiled as he exploded in a Black Mist as he used his Black Miasma covering the whole forest with it. Escaping from the clutches of Ludwig he had now what he wanted.

"Kuroka! Mordred! Hold onto me, we're going to teleport away" Tiberius reformed between the two women turning his attention towards his familiar "I dismiss you, Entoma"

"Abyssal Gate!"

Nodding her head the Insect Queen disappeared via Magic Circle. Upon his command both the Knight and Bishop held onto him.

"Are you running away, Tiberius? Come and face me!" Ludwig shouted as he could only watch his rival began walking towards the portal.

Instead Tiberius ignored him as he continued walking. Angry at the lack of response, Ludwig threw his greatsword at the Devil.

CLANG!

Ludwig, Jeanne, Gasciogne and even Kokabiel's eyes widened when they saw the two figures came out of the portal like they were Tiberius' Royal Guards. Wearing a simple light armor with a high collar reaching up their nose and the most notable was the cone-shaped helmet while wielding a replica of the High Abyss and a small dagger on one hand.

"Is that?" Gasciogne was the first to shake out of his shock

"That's impossible! How could you have them on your side?" Jeanne this time was even disturbed

"The Abyss Watchers…" Ludwig said in shock for they were a secret Knightly Order that guarded the dark realm of the Abyss and its horrors. Nobody knew what really lies within the Dark realm and it was not the only realms that existed. There were others that existed with each having different aspects but it was the Abyss that was considered to be the most dangerous.

"While it pains me to depart suddenly. We will finish our fight soon" Tiberius stated as he looked back at the Holy Blades "And once we do. I will personally make sure that you are killed by my hands, Ludwig"

Just like that Tiberius along with Mordred, Kuroka and the two Abyss Watchers entered the portal before it disappeared leaving the four allies standing alone on the forest floor.

…

"So you see why I needed to create Chaos here in Kuoh, Ludwig?" Kokabiel spoke as he broke the silence now standing before the three Holy Blades "The fact that he somehow controlled the Abyss Watchers just makes him more dangerous than before"

"I'll support your plans, Kokabiel" Ludwig replied as he was particularly disturbed of the revelation from earlier "I now see the true extent of your goals. By creating the chaos here in Kuoh we can strike at the heart of Tiberius' Imperium. Once it is done the other Pantheons will see that they are Vulnerable. It will be a domino effect for they will form a Grand Coalition whose goal is to destroy the Imperium before it could threaten them."

"I'm impressed that you figured it all out, Ludwig" the Fallen Angel smiled as he reached his hand out for a handshake. Of which Ludwig shook as he was now determined to stop his Rival now that he has become a greater threat to the Supernatural World.

Unknown to them, a bigger conflict will occur in the Underworld in the coming days

The Next Day

The Lanyon Plains, Fragmented Regions

Lady Serafall Leviathan, the Head of the Foreign Affairs Division of the Triplician-Ars Goetia Imperium stood just behind her Superior, Emperor Tiberius Kaiser as he sat on a large circular table. Sitting alongside him were the other faction leaders of the Fragmented Regions.

First was the Neo-Naga Faction, a splinter group of Nagas that break away from the Hindu Nagas that worshipped the Trio Gods of Vishnu, Shiva and Brahman to instead guide their own destiny within the Underworld. Their Leader is a curvaceous woman with long blonde hair styled in curly locks in the front and folded curls in the back pressed by a curved plate. She has golden eyes with vertically slit pupils. Her distinguishing feature are the three snakes protruding from her hair. Wearing a maroon dress with scale-like details, matching shoes, and a choker (2). This woman is Queen Vissasi of the Neo-Naga Faction, staring at Tiberius lustfully as she licked her lips at the handsome devil

Second was the Ifrit-Djinn Faction, a species of Sub-Demons almost a sibling to the Devils. A part of Islamic Demonology, this race are spirits with various forms notably taking the forms of the element they classify but would take on a Human Form if possible. Their Leader is a well-dressed man clad in a white long sleeve shirt with a crimson tuxedo over it that has black buttons, as well as a blue ribbon. He wears crimson pants and brown shoes, and has elegant black hair and a short black beard, has blue eyes.(3) The name of the Ifrit-Djinn faction's leader is Balad-Hir, a fire Ifrit who sat with his eyes closed as he held onto his cane adorned with a crimson gem on top waiting for the conference to start

Third are the Dark Elves, a relative to the Triplician Elves. Unlike their Imperium counterparts, these elves instead situated themselves in the Fragmented Regions wherein the land as more accommodating compared to the Waste. Sitting beside Balad-Hir is King Ceviv, monarch of the Dark Elves. Like his elven siblings he has pointed ears but a darker skin with short grey hair and a full beard. He wears a black and green royal garb that was adorned with a golden sabre hanging from his waist (4)

Fourth are the Onis, Demonic Youkais that was exiled by the Shinto Pantheon due to their past as a warmongering Youkai clan. Now residing in the Underworld, Their leader is Ikeburo-Douji son of the late Ibaraki-Douji he has long silver hair wearing a black and purple samurai garb. His skin grey adorned with tattoos, two red horns protruding from his head and black eyes with a red scelera (5). He now sat drinking from a sake cup as he waited alongside the faction leaders

And Lastly are the closest relatives of the Devils, the Incubus-Succubus Race. Led by a beautiful woman with light green hair, and bat-like wings on her back and the sides of her head, wearing a revealing outfit that shows much of her skin (6). Her name is Valsiah who sat looking at her nails in a bored manner

These 5 main factions are the residents of the Fragmented Regions. A land in the Underworld considered one of the sought after territories due to its fertile region. As such the warring factions all claimed sovereignty over the land that resulted to a War that even outlasted the Great War. Due to the war being still at a stalemate for all sides and neither having a upper hand, there was still no governance over the region as such the 5 factions are only considered to be tribes by the other Great Powers.

And in this Historic Day, all leaders for the first time sat side-by-side in a Peace Conference with the Imperium as the standing as the Mediator. Normally one of the Great Powers can act as a Mediator, but in doing so would earn the ire of the other Powers as it would be seen altering the balance. Even if it was possible, Osiris' Duat profits from the War, Hades' Realm of the Dead did not care for the region, Azazel's Grigori is too far away while the Previous Ars Goetia Government did not want war with another faction. This is where the Imperium comes in, with its status as a Superpower there was no faction or Pantheon that could oppose it's interference in the war.

"First off, I would like to thank all of you for accepting my invitation" Tiberius announced as he officially started the Conference "As you may know I am here to Mediate the peace talks between all parties. As the Neutral Party of the Imperium"

"You can keep the introductions short" Ikeburo spoke as he now took a whiff of his smoke pipe "All of us already know who you are, Tiberius Kaiser"

Tiberius smiled slightly as he liked the Oni's uncaring attitude."You're right, Lord Ikeburo. Considering what happened during the past weeks"

"How could anyone forget?" Ikeburo once again asked. Everyone knew what he was talking about and it was the alteration of the Power Balance.

"Well?" This time it was the Leader of the Ifrit-Djinns, Balad-Hir whose blue eyes opened now bore seriously at Tiberius "What is the main reason that we are here?"

Everyone knew what Balad-Hir was talking about. They all knew that this 'Peace Conference' was nothing more than a show but instead a reason for Tiberius to convene them in an official manner. But the real question why?

"Officially I brought you for a Peace Summit , in order to stop the war" Tiberius replied this time looking at everyone's eyes "As you know, this war has been raging for far too long, a stalemate with no clear winner. And probably a war without an end in sight."

"Given the circumstances, I'd like to keep the situation in the Fragmented Regions to be resolved from getting any worse"

Everyone listened intently at his words.

"That's a lot to ask for all of us." Balad-Hir stated

"Are you suggesting of all of us stopping this war that easily?" The sultry voice of Queen Visassi questioned

"Yes I do, All of you know this war should have been over for a long time already" Tiberius replied.

"Even we did that, our people are still resentful towards the other races" King Ceviv gave reason to why sudden peace won't work.

"In other words, if we did lay down arms. The Old Hatreds will still be a ticking time bomb" Valsiah added another reason. "It would only result to more conflict between the 5 races"

"Then is the reason you gathered all of us here is to have us prevent the collision of interests?" The Succubi leader asked as every eye then went to Tiberius.

"Hmph! That's impossible" Balad-hir snorted at her words

Tiberius knew that everyone sitting alongside him thought that this Peace Conference would just result to an Armistice instead of a real Peace.

"That is not entirely the intent" Tiberius clasped his hands "The goal here is to improve the Political Climate here in the Fragmented Regions and to remove the influence of the Khaos Brigade more particularly the Old Maous"

As soon hearing those words come out of Tiberius' mouth. Nobody spoke a word; it was clear what he was implying. Ever since the emergence of the Imperium, Khaos Brigade had been executing terrorist attacks on their people. It had been so bad that the military resources of the 5 factions had been diverted towards the Brigade instead of the War.

"Now I've gathered everyone to help you all to create a system to counter this problem" This time he held out his hand towards Serafall who then gave him a rolled parchment before she then gave each leader a copy "A Confederation between the 5 factions"

Everyone began to read the details of Tiberius' proposal intently. After a few minutes Tiberius then spoke again

"The immediate is to establish a united government for the Fragmented Regions. With this every one of you will have equal voices in addressing differences and problems"

"But before that, can you tell me why only the 5 major powers are invited?" Queen Visassi inquired wanting to know why he excluded the other minor factions from the Conference "But not the minor Powers?"

"Certaintly. As you may know all of you possess the most territories of all added to the fact that all are the most notable" Tiberius listed out "With you all being a here, they would most likely follow what the will be the decision here at the Peace Conference"

"Indeed…"King Ceviv gave his thoughts finding it reasonable to why they were the only ones invited "There are hundreds smaller factions representing their races within the Fragmented Regions"

"Which means our decision will most likely be also theirs" Valsiah stated as she understood to why it was only them that was invited.

"But what about you?" Ikeburo-Douji asked the organizer of this event.

"I am here as the conference organizer, the mediator and also the proposer of the united government." Tiberius gave his full answer. For it was the status of the Imperium that gave right to hold this conference without any outside intervention.

"In other words, you put this all in order to have a right to be here" The Oni leader said.

"That is correct…"

"Even if we stop this war and establish this united government, how will we keep the peace?" Balad-Hir asked this time he narrowed his eyes at Tiberius. The Ifrit knew that this man will not just convene all the leaders without a hidden agenda. So he asked him directly and with a tone of slight venom "No, what is your true goal in achieving peace here in the Fragmented Regions?"

Like what Balad-Hir had been thinking, they all knew and saw this coming. Because for years there had been no outside intervention from the other more powerful factions and now the Imperium has suddenly took interest in their lands.

"Every one of you is aware that the Power Balance has been greatly altered by the rise of the Imperium. Destroying the status quo that stood for millennia even before the Great War, yes?" Tiberius asked as everyone now looked on quietly as having an idea what he was talking about.

"You're specifically talking about the Egyptian Duat" Ikeburo pointed out.

"But won't your idea target us because of this conference." Ceviv said as he was sure that the other Great Powers would not sit blindly

"Currently, that is what you think but what about the future"

"What do you mean by that?" The Dark Elf King inquired

"Duat despite being a Great Power still has a great interest in the fertile lands of the Fragmented Regions and now that my Imperium has become a Super Power. They would want to challenge it, it isn't even certain but there is a high chance that it will happen. And the best action for them to become a Superpower is to attack your factions while you're all still fighting amongst each other"

This had made everyone got thinking, even though it was a probability it alarmed them knowing that Tiberius' words rang true because for the past few weeks they noticed an increase of Duat's forces in near their borders.

"Of course, they would have a chance to stop another threat if one of you won and if this peace conference is successful, it would immediately attain the Great Power Status. For it would restore the Power Balance with 5 Great Powers surrounding a single Superpower" He added. "With this my faction would be contained and I know that war with 5 Great Power would mean destruction of the Imperium.

Tiberius lied about the last part. Because he had no intention to be contained by the Great Powers. Looking at the leaders who began discussing amongst themselves. He knew they were wavering, knowing that peace was necessary. Looking at Balad-Hir who was now talking with Vissasi, there was still distrust.

"But what would you do about the Khaos Brigade hiding in these lands?" Valsiah questioned finding a solution on the terrorist problems that plagues her people " A group that threatens your faction?"

"We will fight them"

"We?" This confused everyone because it was becoming contradictory of what he stated earlier about restoring the Power Balance.

"I propose my forces and yours to root them out of here" Tiberius announced as he replied to the Succubus' question "And if necessary, of course form an Alliance"

"Alliance?" Vissasi asked

"But won't that render the Power Balance irrelevant"

SLAM!

"It seems that you have no intention in keeping your word. You spoke of restoring the peace within the Underworld" Balad-Hir slammed his hand on the table as flickers of flames began to dance around him. He was angry not liked to be played around with words

"If we form an alliance with your Imperium then it would mean that all of us would become your underlings" Ikeburo spoke as he took another drink from his cup. Disappointed to what the Devil was proposing

"I must say this doesn't strike me as realistic but I believe in stopping this War and even forming a united government is worthwhile" Visassi said as she too was sad that the war will still rage "But it would be mostly for show, without any real-"

Whatever the Naga Queen was about to say was cut off when Tiberius showed a parchment that he took out of his coat. The eyes of Visassi, Balad-Hir, Ceviv, Ikeburo and Valsiah stared at the large paper with their names on the bottom that lacks their signature.

"Let me rephrase to what I was saying" In to which Tiberius began to hand out copies of the Parchment to the leaders "I prefer the term of a Defensive Alliance.

Everyone's began to sweat at the contents of the paper for it was not only a Defensive Alliance but also trade agreements that was both fair and prosperous for their factions. Even the composed Balad-Hir began to stutter as he further began to read more and more.

"J-j-just what is this?"

Serafall watched in complete amazement as she watched Tiberius used timing and words in bending the faction leaders. There was not even any grandeur speech, it was just using the situation to the fullest.

'You're really amazing'

"Naturally, a full Alliance would mean that our factions are fully linked but with a Defensive one, the other Great Powers won't have any fear of all of you to be under me" Tiberius stated as he now pocketed the parchment "In other words, with this you're all safe from my influence and the trade deals is to show that I don't have any intention in anymore conflict with them. Also protecting you from any future conflict"

"But what about you?" Valsiah asked wondering what Tiberius would gain "The Imperium don't even gain anything from this aside from an aggressive war declared upon the both of us, to which is impossible considering we can restore the Power Balance"

"You're wrong, Lady Valsiah. With this I can start diplomatic relations with them, I have no desire for war and I hope this can ease the tension in the Underworld" Tiberius 'sincerely' stated earning the respect of the Succubus' matriarch "…and stop another war"

"Now I have two goals." Tiberius continued "First, I want to protect my subjects and my faction and the other is for the peace of the Underworld. For I believe that we can only achieve peace if we understand each other. Does anyone here has the same goals?"

They all closed their eyes as they listened. For his words were idealistic but it was attainable, for the long wars they fought to see who would rule the Fragmented Regions had left them and their people broken. All were tired and only wanted it to end.

"Hahahhahahaha! I like it, Tiberius Kaiser. If you're that insistent, then I have a proposal" Ikeburo stood laughing as he wanted nothing to more than hug the devil for his words "Why don't you tell us specifically how this United Government will work?"

To which all of them smiled and nodded in agreement

5 Hours Later

After hours of discussion of the proposal on the united government between the 5 factions. They all finally agreed to sign a permanent peace treaty between their factions and the establishment of a united government that would be a confederation which would be named.

The Lanyon Confederation.

To commemorate to where the peace had been signed and the start of prosperity for the 5 races. Tiberius acted as the mediator and consultant of the Peace Talks.

Now all of them stood showing the Treaty and the united agreement that will form the said government

"The Neo-Nagas of Arcob agrees to the establishment of the Lanyon Confederation" Queen Visassi announced to the other leaders

"As does the Ifrit-Djinns of Eineg. It's been a long time of fighting and now we should lay down our arms for peace" Balad-Hir spoke with enthusiasm.

"The Onis of Naraka also participates" Ikeburo-Douji also announced

"The Menlathan Dark Elves agrees, as well" King Ceviv spoke that it even lift weight of his shoulders

"Myrstia also participates in the united government!" Valsiah announcing the inclusion of the Incubus-Succubus Faction

Sitting from his seat, Tiberius gave them a smile while Serafall was ecstatic now that every one of them was united in one goal.

A complete peace that unknown that will set a chain of events that will change the Supernatural World forever

Two Days Later

Lanyon City, Capital of the Lanyon Confederation

"And so, that's what everyone is talking about, the Lanyon Confederation was formed…" Serafall spoke as she sat beside Grayfia who was listening to the retelling of the Peace Conference "The public was informed soon after about the Peace Treaty and the Agreement between the 5 factions.

Mostly they began to cooperate with each other mostly regarding the security, individual rights, transportation, the borders, the taxation system and various forms of systems that will be introduced by the Lanyon Confederation. After the proclamation, a feast was thrown to celebrate the end of the war and a new age for the 5 factions.

"With the Defensive Alliance now in place. Imperium soldiers and even the newly formed Confederation Army began rooting out hideouts of the Old Maous. It's a slow process but a start" Serafall added

"I heard that both the Assembly and Magistrate gave their approval of the Defensive Alliance, knowing it would make our reputation with the other Factions better" Grayfia pointed out as she stared down at the Naga and Oni that was carrying rocks.

"It's a little weird knowing that we 'Devils' had a hand in this peace"

"Yeah…" Serafall stretched her arms as she yawned a little. "Now we have to help them build their new capital. It's really a new era of peace"

In order to be a neutral ground for the Confederation. Tiberius recommended building a new city that will serve as the Capital of the Government, that way there will be no clear favoritism over one faction. Also the goal is to forge teamwork amongst them. As both Serafall and Grayfia watched, it was clear it is working as everyone have smile on their faces.

"I can't believe that Tiberius kept the conference in motion and had everyone at the edge of their seats" Serafall stated as she sighed tiredly

"That's just who he is…" Grayfia whispered unknown to the silver-haired maid. This was heard by Serafall who stayed silent wondering how they had somehow reconnected during their diplomatic mission during the last few days.

They talked about their feelings most especially about Tiberius. Both knew that Serafall have a better chance and Grayfia accepted her role as a spectator. It was punishment that is what the silver-haired maid knew. However, Serafall despite of the things that Grayfia did can never hate her forever. She knew that someday they would reconnect once again. As of now they were taking their steps in rekindling their friendship, it was a start at least.

Both Ice-Users watched the constructions with silence between them.

Tiberius' Tent

"Do you two understand what is at stake at Kuoh?" Tiberius stated holding his palm onto his face as he heard news that Rias' Pawn,Rook and Knight along with Sona's Pawn had decided to team up with the two Holy Sword users. Of course he was worried despite wanting an incident within Kuoh but Ludwig's appearance have sent alarm bells to send the Jaegers to try and uncover what is the true extent of Kokabiel's plans.

Tiberius knew the fallen Angel wanted war but the question is, of how will he do it?

"We're sorry!" Both Sona and Rias bowed in unison as they apologized for not keeping a closer eye on their servants. It was a harsh tone that Tiberius knows he needs to give to Sona, despite being one of his lovers; it was still no excuse for her to be not keeping an eye on her servant.

"Look just find them and honor your non-intervention pact with the Exorcists. We can't risk creating an incident there" Tiberius ordered in a firm tone knowing it would be impossible. He never informed anyone aside from his Peerage of the Holy Blade's return. By doing so would create panic, he needed to wait to see what they plan to do.

"We understand. We'll recover them as soon as possible" Rias' voice came out of the Magic Circle. On the other side the Red Haired Devil felt ashamed that she had made a major blunder just when she was pardoned and given a light sentence by the Emperor himself.

Despite of his plans and desire to have Kokabiel and Ludwig to instigate a Diplomatic Issue in Kuoh, Tiberius was still worried for them. Like what Esdeath had warned him of this plan, it was a double edged sword that could endanger them. They were still kids and he understood both Sirzechs' and Serafall's protectiveness over their younger siblings. Because as both as Emperor and the Kaiser, he now take cares of thousands of children that is under his rule.

"I am not angry, just disappointed at this development" Tiberius voiced out his thoughts "But this will also help you grow and I believe you learned your lessons. Now I want you to recover and discipline them"

"We understand, Tiberius-sama"Sona agreed with him as she has a specific punishment for Saji.

"Good because I'll be sending my Hunters and an old friend of mine to increase security at Kuoh" Tiberius stated, as he intends to lure them out if he sends his elite forces.

"I will all see you once I come back to Lucifaad. We need to discuss about the new changes in the Evil Pieces that Ajuka had created"

Waving off the Magic Circle indicating the end of their transmission, Tiberius slightly leaned back on his seat.

"So Ciaran?" The Emperor asked as the blue-robed spymaster appeared from the shadows, Tiberius did not looked at his Spymaster knowing that her sudden appearance could only mean that she had successfully completed her mission "What did you find out?"

"About their rankings, Sire" Ciaran reported as she knelt behind him "From what I have gathered, each city is led by a Sun Priest who converts, lead, and even hold sermons in their respective locations. We have uncovered all of the 32 names but it's the leader we can't get a hold off."

"Any Idea what is his title is?" Tiberius questioned as he was more curious of the ringleader and the one responsible of this mess

"They call him the Pontiff Maximus" Ciaran replied "From what my spies and informants gathered, he/she never showed their faces wearing a full white featureless mask along with black robes."

Sitting on his chair,Tiberius a at a crossroad on what to do. In his mind Bronn was somehow correct, that he can stop the Cult's attacks if he acknowledge their claims that he was a Divine Being and if he did he can curb them into submission but would have to call himself a God. An Idea he really loathes. That is why he needed to find this Pontiff as soon as possible to put a stop to this madness.

"Is there more you need to report?" Tiberius inquired

"Yes, apparently Gough told me this. That Balba Galilei has been spotted heading towards Japan as we speak"

"Balba Galilei? The leader of the Holy Sword Project?" Tiberius was not even a bit surprised. It was clear Ludwig and Kokabiel wants to reform the True Excalibur with the help of the exiled priest. "Thank you, Ciaran. Continue your investigation on the Black Sun Cult and also begin the 'Pyramid Downfall"'

"Yes, your majesty" Without any movements, the Spymaster disappeared into the shadows as she went onto do her job.

Leaving Tiberius to his thoughts as he plans his next moves

That Evening

Somewhere in Kuoh Forest

"Kokabiel, Just where is he?" Ludwig tapped his foot impatiently as he could no longer wait at the prospect of reuniting with the Fragments of Excalibur.

"Patience, my friend. You'll have your hands on them once we met up" The Fallen Angel replied.

Standing in his white armor along with the restored helm that now hid his grotesque features, Ludwig felt anxious of wielding an incomplete Excalibur

BOOM!

Two large explosions rocked the forest as it continued towards their direction. Both of the two turned their attention towards a white haired exorcist wielding a Holy Sword of which Ludwig's eyes is focused on following the exorcist is an elderly priest panting as they jog towards them.

"Eyy Boss, Two of those sluts are going after us along with one devil shit" Freed Selzen stated as he now stood before his superior

"Good we can test if you can still wield a Holy Sword, Ludwig" Kokabiel said as he too was curious if the Holy Blade can still wield a fragment of the strongest holy sword. "Freed, give the sword to this man. He'll take care of those brats"

"Okey, boss" Freed threw Excalibur Rapidly at Ludwig who caught the blade.

'My lady…' Ludwig tried contacting his patron that guided him during the Great War. The soothing voice he had always wanted to hear. But there was only silence as if it didn't wanted to talk to him.

"Come on!" With a frustrated voice, Ludwig began pouring his energy towards the sword until it glowed.

BOOM!

As if rejecting him, the sword began to burn his hands. Letting go of the handle of the blade he then threw it on the ground in frustration.

Kokabiel then felt the earth began to shake, the wind became more and more violent and slowly suffocate at the pressure that Ludwig is creating as he began to change to his true form. Unfortunately Freed and Balba began stepping back in fear as they were unable to handle it.

'There it is, the strength that will bring Tiberius to the ground' The Fallen Angel smiled as he watched Ludwig began transforming to a grotesque beast.

"Hah…Hah…" Slowly it began to breathe as the beast began to calm down. Before jumping high up in the air.

Leaving the three men to watch as the beast jumped towards their pursuers.

"Was that 'him'?" Balba Galilei wiped the sweat of his brow as he regained his bearings after witnessing the grotesque transformation.

Even the crazy former Exorcist, Freed almost soiled his pants in fear at the massive energy surge that dwarf to comparison even to Kokabiel, his boss.

"Yes that was the man that you were always had wanted to replicate" The Fallen Angel replied to the elderly man as they disappeared into the darkness.

Two hundred meters away

"Slow down, you two!" Irina Shidou shouted at Xenovia and Kiba who was on a hot pursuit as they went and followed the trail of Freed and Balba.

Kiba and Xenovia was to focused on their respective goals. The Blue-Haired Exorcist wants nothing to apprehend the two church rogues while the Blonde-haired devil had a score to settle with the mastermind of the Holy Sword Project.

However their attention was suddenly directed to a flying mass that was went pass them. Xenovia's eyes widened as she realized to where it was landing

"IRINA!" Shouting in desperation, she turned and tried to save her partner.

The said exorcist could only stand in fear as she saw what was coming towards her. It's deformed eyes locked onto the sword that she was holding. As it grew closer the only thing that she could do was shield herself.

Before Ludwig could even crush her, a robed figure suddenly leapt out and grabbed Irina away from danger.

"Master?!" Irina then realized the one who had just saved her "I thought you were at Kyoto"

The reason Griselda Quarta was at Kyoto was to also inform the activities of the Church within Kuoh. And two days after her meeting with Tiberius and briefing with the Higher-ups who plans to send reinforcements after reporting that the Accursed had allied himself with Kokabiel.

"Seriously…I left you two on your own and now I come back just to rescue you" Griselda scolded her student as she removed her robes revealing the same nun outfit but with a sword in it's scabbard hanging from her waist. Unsheathing the blade, revealing a golden sword with several gems

Joyeuse, the blade of Charlemagne.

"WRIIIIIIIII" The Beast began to screech out as it began slowly standing up. At the same time, Xenovia and Kiba went beside them.

"Master, Just what is that thing?" Xenovia gripped her blade but upon closer look, her hand was shaking "Why does it feel so familiar?"

Kiba also felt the same, he knew the feeling from when he was still a believer of God. The blinding light that once gave him and others hope. As a Devil he can practically sense it.

"Irina! Xenovia! Kiba!" Griselda called out to her students and the Devil alongside them. She gritted her teeth as she felt frustrated the fact that they had seen something that was considered to be the Church's greatest failure. "I want you two to run and take sanctuary at the Devil Territory"

"WHAT?!/WHY?!" Both of her students immediately voiced out their concerns finding it hard to believe that their master had just ordered them to hide behind the Devils

"Look I can't explain it to you. But…" Her eyes then locked onto Ludwig's standing form "You all three need to get out of here. I'll hold him off"

"No we won't" Xenovia refused immediately "We can still fight, if we work together we can beat this thing!"

Irina and even Kiba nodded in agreement. They wield three holy swords and a sacred gear, the three teenagers were sure that victory was there if they work together.

"No. Listen to me, you two!" Griselda shouted in desperation for them to leave. Both girls were taken aback at the sudden change of tone "We need to retreat. I'll hold him off and once I do we'll regroup back at the Kuoh Academy"

Suddenly the older woman then grabbed Kiba's wrist catching his undivided attention.

"I'm entrusting you to them. Once you arrive there, tell your King to contact the Kaiser"

Kiba only nodded as he now understood how grave the situation had become in Kuoh. It was no longer a two faction issue for it is already involves the Supernatural World.

"Come on. We need to go" Kiba motioned the two girls who were still reluctant to leave their teacher. After a few moments Irina and Xenovia began following the Devil as they ran away from both Ludwig and Griselda.

The Strongest Female Exorcist sighed in relief as she watched the three youths disappeared in the darkness. Taking a deep breath, Griselda gripped Joyeuse in her hands as she now faced the monstrosity known as Ludwig the Accursed

"This is the first time meet, Great-Grandfather"

With those words the two began running towards each other. Unknown to them Jeanne and Gasciogne went after the teens with the intent to recover their Grandmaster's swords

That same time, Imperium-Lanyon Border

"That's the spot nya…" Kuroka moaned in pleasure as she laid her head on Tiberius' lap as he scratched behind her ears. It was her most sensitive and pleasure spot.

"Hmmm…Master" This time it was Mordred who sat beside him as she kissed him fiercely. Gripping the back of his head.

After their brief encounter with Jeanne and Gasciogne. Tiberius recalled the two and replaced the security of Kuoh to his new Hunters. Three days after the establishment of the Lanyon Confederation and the signing of the Defensive Alliance between the two. He was now going back to the Imperium along with his 50,000 men and women that he brought with him as a sign of force.

"This is cheating, you know" Tiberius stated as Mordred lets go of his head "Tonight is Alucard's night. If she hears what you've been doing. I'm sure that not even Esdeath can save the two of you"

"What she does not know, won't hurt her nya?" Kuroka exclaimed as she purred in delight at his touch

"I think we deserve a reward for fighting those two, right?" Mordred pointed out, that even Kuroka nodded in agreement. This was one of the few rare times the Knight and Bishop would agree on something.

"Hey Master!" Mordred called out "I'm curious, you only told us of how you defeated Ludwig but never on how you met and became friends during the Great War"

Tiberius was not even surprised by her inquiry, considering they just met the Holy Blade a couple of days ago.

"Yeah…We always heard stories from the Civil War and during your self-exile but nothing else nya" Kuroka sat up as she too was curious.

"All right…All right…I'll tell you two. It's a good thing that we're hours away from Lucifaad…"

With that Tiberius started recounting his memories from the Great War as he began retelling them to his lovers.

Duat, The Egyptian Underworld Realm

Standing on a veranda overlooking a desert landscape, a man stood overlooking the view as if admiring thousands of years work. With a hand behind his back, the man turned around as he looked down at the four kneeling figures each wearing a plate armor with a distinguishable Jackal Helm.

"So it is true that the Fragmented Regions have ceased their hostilities towards one another and now stands united as the new Great Power of the Underworld?"

There was only silence amongst the kneeling men, unable to provide any answer to their liege lord.

"Your silence just confirms our fears." The Man stated as he now stood in front of the four men who stayed silent "Now go and call the other gods to convene here in Duat so we may discuss our actions against this threat"

They all stood up before bowing their heads as they exited the veranda. Leaving the man alone.

"So when will you stop eavesdropping, Horus?" The man asked to no one particular. At the mention of the name, a young woman with light brown skin, short black hair with matching eyes wearing a blue armour while holding onto a hawk like helm under her arm. The most notable feature was the tattoo of the 'Eye' on her right eye.(7)

"Father, I know that this may be foolish for me to ask. But are you sure that challenging the Imperium is for the best?" Horus asked her father, as she was worried about reports of their Military Might.

"Nonsense, my child. Although the Imperium might showcase itself as a Superpower, it is still fragile along with this so called 'Lanyon Confederation'. They have just experienced years of internal conflict ,with the Imperium having their two Civil Wars and the Confederation being recently signed a peace treaty. Meaning the two are not stable at all internally added to the fact that they just signed a Defensive Alliance could only mean both factions need each other for protection." The man replied explaining his 'perceived' view of the two new factions.

"But what if we are wrong, Father?" Horus asked as she was skeptical of her father's views

"If we attacked them now, I'm sure that the other factions and Pantheons even outside the Underworld will join us in destroying the Imperium, the very faction that destroyed the status quo of the Power Balance. Nobody will want to miss a chance to destroy a potential threat, now with the two in an Alliance it will be two birds in one stone"

As soon as Horus heard his answer, she only felt a pit in her stomach as she feared that her father will be wrong . And their actions will destroy them.

However unknown to the two Egyptian Deities, they will be only a stepping stone for the Imperium as a whole

END

PLEASE TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK

NEXT CHAPTER: THE PAST AND NOW THE PRESENT

Now there are more questions: How did Ludwig regained his sanity Why do Ludwig and Kokabiel doubts Tiberius' identity? Just what will be the fate of the Lanyon Confederation? Why do Tiberius wants to kill his rival after all this time? And lastly Why can't Ludwig wield Excalibur Anymore?

Chapter question: Now that the Lanyon Confederation has been established? How would you think that this new Great Power will fare? What do you think is Tiberius' plan considering that he has nothing to gain in a Defensive Alliance?

Guys I would like to thank your continued support. Even though I never update on time and always months late, I still come up on how to write this Fic.

I was really impressed on how many decided to answer my Question during the last chapter. And I'm very impressed that a lot of you pointed out so many details. Some were correct and some were wrong, but I'll leave you guys to speculate :D

Oh Yeah! With the voting, I decided that the top three namely: Fem Gilgamesh, Scatatch and Raven Branwen will appear but will reveal who will join Tiberius' Peerage.

Author's Notes:

(1) Abyssal Gate: Tiberius can conjure a warp gate that leads directly to the Abyss, He can only conjure this around the range of 50 meters. Can only be used when wielding the High Abyss

(2) Queen Vissasi's Appearance: Uwabami from Hero Academia

(3) Balad-Hir's Appearance: Tokiomi Tohsaka from Fate/Zero

(4) King Ceviv's Appearance : King Shurifon from Tenchi Muyo

(5) Ikeburo-Douji's Appearance : Ibaraki Douji from Onmyoji Game

(6)Valsiah's Appearance: Morrigan Aensland from Darkstalkers

(7) Horus' Appearance: Pharah from Overwatch

TFOTU Terminologies

The Confederation of Lanyon

Is a confederation of the 5 major factions after the Lanyon Peace Treaty. Now they took the Devil's spot of the Great Power.

Members: Neo-Nagas of Arcob, Ifrit-Djinn of Eineg, Dark Elves of Menlathan, Incubus-Succubus of Myrstia and the Onis of Naraka.

Opening

Shingeki No Kyojin OP2

Die Flugel Der Frieheit by Linked Horizon

(O mein Freund! Jetst, hier ist ein Sieg Dies it erste Gloria)

The Flag of the Imperium is shown before changing to a top view of the Imperium Grand Army marching then to the Grand Air Fleet showing the massive airships.

(O mein Freund! Feiern wir diesen Sieg fur den nachsten kampf)

Then Showing lines of Dwarven Batteries firing as their shots began to fly in the air

(15 Second Instrumental)

Then showing the attacks of the Duat Forces upon the Lanyon Confederation. Before changing to Visassi, Balad-Hir, Ceviv, Ikeburo and Valsiah in order as they watched the burning as the Lanyon City burns

(Muimi no shi de atta, To Iwasenai)

The Plain Doll is shown watching Tiberius flying in the air as if he is in a deep sleep

(Saigo no hitori ni naru made)

Then changing to him now donning the armour of the High Abyss as darkness began dancing around him

(Der feind ist grausam Wir bringen, Der feubd us riesig Wir springen)

It then shows the Lanyon Confederation desperately defending the onslaught of the Duat Forces before it focuses of Balad-Hir's blue eyes

(Ryoute ni wa Gloria, Utau no wa Sieg)

Now it shows Mordred fighting Jeanne as their sword clashes then to Kuroka dodging Gasciogne's axe

(Senaka ni wa Flugel Der Freiheit)

The camera then began focusing on Clarent's Blade then to Jeanne's lance/standard. As both shown smiling with a grin on their faces as they crossed blades

(Nigirishimeta ketsui o hiari mune ni, Kirasaku no wa Ringe der Torheit)

Then changing to Kuroka's bells, Gasciogne's locket and lastly black raven wings. Then showingto Kokabiel grinning at the end

(Soukyu o mau)

An armoured white figure is then shown lunging towards the camera with a black greatsword

(Flugel der Freiheit)

Tiberius' face is then shown as he stared at the camera with his black eyes then transitioning to the waving flag of the Imperium

(13 Second Outro)

Transitioning from Tiberius opening his eyes from inside the Abyss, as a shadow of Ludwig transforming to his true form.

Ending

Kakumeiki Valvrave ED 2

REALISM by ELISA

(14 Second Instrumental Intro)

Showing both the Lady of the Lake and the Plain Doll with their eyes closed. First showing Ludwig's Old White Armor in various angles. Then Tiberius old Black Armor in also various angles

(Hateshinai sono Hikari Yami wo uketome tomose)

Ludwig is shown after his last defeat during the Great War, All wounded and limping down the snow

(Yuujou!)

Jeanne is shown leading men and women before betraying the Church. Still having her blonde hair

(Yokubou!)

Gasciogne is then shown drenched in blood as he partially transforms into his werewolf form

(Gisei no Ame)

Ludwig is then shown shouting in pain as he was slashed by Tiberius on the face

(Aijou, Zetsubou, sore demo ikatai)

He is then shown lying on the ground before being picked up by several men

(doushite futashika na ima ga aru no darou)

Tiberius is then shown sitting in his throne inside the Princeps Palace, as hold onto the High Abyss

(Itsuka kodou ubau)

He is then shown standing up before destroying a mirror of his past self. Then transitioning to the painful memories he had

(Mamorenai no ka, wakaranai, kesanai yume)

Both Tiberius and Ludwig are shown during the Great War rushing rushing towards each other as they held their swords. As they slowly began to near each other.

(Kaetai no ka kaerarenai no ka)

Before the scenes changes to Angels and Devils fighting each other

(Idondeku sore ga shinjitsu)

Both are then shown standing and facing away from one another on top of a bloody pile of corpses. Before transitioning to a green meadow with a peach tree in bloom