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After leaving the venue, Noah headed toward the Gremory residence with Ophis and Lilith.
Only there could Noah use the transfer magic circle connected to the Occult Research Club's clubroom to return directly to the human world.
Although the Gremory peerage was temporarily away from the Gremory residence, dealing with the aftermath of the turmoil in the underworld, that magic circle was fixed in place, carved directly into Rias's room. Noah only needed to pour magic power into it to use it.
However, halfway there, Noah suddenly stopped.
Ophis and Lilith immediately stopped as well, seemingly sensing something.
Noah raised his eyes slightly, then suddenly spoke.
"Ophis, Lilith, go into the Grace Card first. Find Est and Athena to keep you company. I have something to deal with for now."
After Azazel's modifications, the environment inside the Grace Card had changed drastically. It was practically like a vacation resort, with almost everything one could need for leisure.
With the four girls—Ophis, Lilith, Est, and Athena—keeping each other company, they would not have to worry about loneliness or boredom.
Furthermore, after Azazel's modifications, Noah no longer needed to take out the Grace Card at all times. Those who had contracts with him could return to the Grace Card stored within his body with a single thought.
Thus, Ophis and Lilith both raised their heads and glanced at Noah.
Ophis directly said something seemingly out of nowhere.
"He is troublesome."
"I know," Noah replied without turning around.
"But I can handle him."
Ophis nodded, took Lilith's hand, and said nothing more.
Immediately afterward, the two Dragon Gods transformed into particles of light and vanished into the