Astrea asked, "Is Captain Lucifer really that strong?"
Licht said, "As of right now, Lucifer has more than enough power to rival the army of a moderately sized country. Most people who can compare to his level are part of the Grand Empire. And as of this moment, the greatest victory for Rubues would be to leave the Existforger base alive, with Purgatory Prison still intact."
Astrea said, "Wait, then why did Masaki have to get hurt?"
Masaki replied, "You don't understand, do you? I baited them into drawing first blood. Since they report directly to the king, we can counter by saying they attacked first. It's basic politics, really."
Licht added, "Politics is a division I lack strength in—but Lucifer doesn't. And as long as he's your leader, no one can touch Existforger or its legacy. You are the proud, invincible sword that protects this nation. Don't forget that."
Anew and Astrea said together, "Sir, yes sir!"
Licht continued, "And by the way, if you three are free, why don't you wait for Klaus yourselves? And then, I don't know—say hi? Tell Evil Eye that you found him."
Astrea said, "What?"
Licht smiled and said, "Don't worry. Just like Lucifer, I have no intention of giving him up. If they want him, they'll have to take him over my dead body. And I can assure you, the heavens haven't forsaken us yet. Look at the sky—doesn't Rosa look beautiful tonight? Now, enjoy your stay for the next few days. And Astrea, listen—talking to your brother may seem hard sometimes, but spend time with him now. In the near future, when you're promoted and actually busy with work, you won't get the chance to enjoy yourself like this."
Meanwhile, in the Existforger HQ
Lucifer said, "Rubues, I want him back—from Level X of Purgatory."
Rubues replied, "Are you seriously telling me to let go of the worst prisoner in Purgatory?"
Lucifer said, "Yeah. I want the one with the power of Xihe herself."
Meanwhile, Elizabeth said, "I'll tell Brick to make more rooms for our new guests. I want Helios."
Rubues said, "It's a deal. Then give me Klaus, and in exchange, I'll return the rightful member of Existforger—Helios—to you."
Licht said, "I can sense something is wrong."
Lucifer called Elizabeth and said, "Gather Licht and Alysa for me. Tonight seems... fun."
Rubues and his men then arrive at the Corfury HQ.
Rubues said, "Hello."
Licht replied, "Hello. It's been a while—but it's good to see your ugly face again."
Rubues asked, "Where is Klaus?"
Licht said, "That name does sound familiar... but I can't seem to recall where I've heard it before."
He turned and said, "Roy, come."
Roy teleported to Licht using his star magic.
Licht asked, "Roy, do you know anyone named Klaus?"
Roy replied, "Well sir, he's the newbie who recently joined our knighthood."
Licht said, "Who?"
Roy answered, "The one with the weird magic and the lady-killer smile. He has more fans than enemies."
Licht said, "Ohhhhhhh... now I remember!"
He turned back to Rubues. "Sorry, Rubues. He isn't here. He's on a mission or something."
Rubues said, "Then I don't mind waiting for him."
Licht said, "Sure."
Rubues narrowed his eyes. "You're being a bit too friendly. Maybe I'll go find him myself."
Licht said with a smirk, "Sure. And if you take him to Purgatory—just remember, I'm wishing you good luck."