The tension in the air was palpable as the stronghold leaders and civilians watched the demon army approach from the distance. Fein stood among them, his shadow army ready for battle.
One of the leaders spoke up, "This is it. The demons have arrived at our doorstep."
Another added, "We cannot afford to lose this battle. If we do, the other strongholds will fall as well."
Fein remained silent, his eyes fixed on the approaching demon army. He could see the banners of various demon factions waving in the wind.
As the demon army drew closer, they could see the demons themselves, their demonic features twisted in a cruel and malevolent manner.
One of the civilians gasped, "They're hideous! How can we defeat them?"
Fein spoke up, "Don't worry, there's only three or four satans. With me and my shadow emperors, in terms of SS rank, we have the advantage. As for fifty devils, my ten shadow lords might not be enough to kill them, but they can at least hold them bak.
One of the leaders turned to Fein, "What of the other strongholds? Are they holding up?"
Fein replied, "As of now, the demons have attacked the other strongholds as well. North, Central Plains, West, and East are all under attack. We must hold the line here and prevent them from advancing any further."
The leaders and civilians looked at each other, the weight of the situation settling heavily on their shoulders. They knew the odds were against them, but they also knew they had to fight. Fortunately, Fein was on their side.
One of the leaders spoke up, "We cannot give up hope. We must believe that we can win this battle. We have the strength and determination to fight for what we hold dear."
Fein nodded, "We will fight with all our might. We will not give up until the last demon is vanquished."
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'There's actually four, not three.' As Fein stood before the army of demons, he couldn't help but feel a sense of dread wash over him. The demons were tall, muscular, and their eyes glowed with an otherworldly light. They looked down at Fein with a mixture of amusement and disdain.
"You humans are such pathetic creatures," one demon sneered. "You think you can stop us with your little toys? We'll crush you like ants."
Fein stood his ground, his expression calm and composed. "We'll see about that. We've fought demons before and we'll do it again. You won't get past us."
The demons laughed mockingly. "Oh, we're not worried about getting past you. We just came to crush your pathetic little stronghold and wipe you out. It's time for the demons to rule this world."
Fein's eyes narrowed. "What are you talking about? Why are you attacking us?"
Another demon stepped forward, a wicked grin on its face. "You really don't know? The portals to our world have been weakening humanity for years. Monsters pouring out left and right, weakening your armies, and making it easier for us to take over. We're just taking advantage of your weakness."
Fein gritted his teeth, his fists clenching at his sides. "You think you can take advantage of us? We're not weak. We'll fight to the last man if we have to."
The demons laughed again, their eyes glowing with malice. "Oh, we know you'll fight. That's why we're here. We want to see you squirm, to see the fear in your eyes when you realize you can't win. It'll be so much more satisfying that way."
Fein looked at the four satans as if he was looking at corpses. 'These arrogant pieces of shits didn't know they were walking in their grave.'
Ceterus, David, Isaac, Zalmond, Zohan, Red, and Zaro were standing behind Fein with an expressionless face. At first they were worried... But with the appearance of the shadow emperors, they only have to focus on the fifty devils.
"There are eighteen S ranks on our side, including Voli. Fein, where are your Dark Knights?" Zalmond looked at Fein.
"Don't worry, they'll be joining soon." Fein answered.
The satan, Asmodeus simply chuckled, their eyes glinting with amusement. "Only eighteen S rank on your side, while we have fifty? Where you got your confidence?"
The Four Satans, Asmodeus, Mammon, Abbadon and Leviathan looked at Fein. "We heard that you could kill S rank when you were still SS rank? Is that why you're so brave? Do you think you're more powerful than us?
Fein's expression remained stoic, unfazed by the demons' words. "I prefer talking with our fist instead. Even my shadow emperors are enough. I don't need to move my fingers."
Asmodeus chuckled, Shadow Emperors? That's a joke. You and your kind have no chance against us. We are the Four Satans, rulers of Hell. We are immortal, invincible, and unstoppable."
The four shadow emperors stood beside Fein. However, their SS rank aura burst out with a strong momentum.
Mammon sneered, "Do you think the shadows beside you can fight real SS ranks? It's impossible for an SS rank to control four SS rank creatures. You're parlor tricks won't be able to deceive us. Your kind is weak, even in the history, you humans rely on deception. And it seems it didn't change at all."
Abaddon added, "We have already conquered other regions, and soon, we will reign over this land as well. Your pathetic attempts to stop us are nothing but a minor inconvenience."
'These guys are so done.' Ceterus thought inwardly. He could see that the satans weren't taking the shadow emperors and thought they were just means of deception.
Mammon grinned, "Your bravery is admirable, but it will lead you to your death. Join us, Fein. Serve under us, and we will spare your life and those of your followers."
Fein remained firm, "I will never serve under the likes of you. I'm don't like being under with someone who were weaker tham me."
Asmodeus chuckled once again, "Weaker than you? You really have a way with words. I admire your confidence but also pity you ignorance."
The Four Satans laughed in unison, "You think you're so righteous, but you're nothing but a hypocrite."
Fein's expression remained stoic, but his eyes betrayed his anger. "I have made mistakes in the past, but I have learned from them. I will not make the same mistake again."
Asmodeus grinned wickedly, "We shall see about that, Fein. The battle begins now."
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