In the eyes of many people, Kaguya Shinomiya is actually like a creepy Japanese doll, cold and indifferent, with no emotions at all.
But Leo knew that this "Ice Kaguya" appearance was just a strong disguised personality created by Kaguya Shinomiya to protect his true heart, a mask.
Since his mother passed away shortly after his birth and his father was indifferent to him, Kaguya Shinomiya longed for family affection deep in his heart.
Therefore, even if she no longer has any expectations for the Shinomiya Family, Kaguya Shinomiya will still cherish the stone slab that she thinks is a gift from her father, which proves her desire for family affection.
For this reason, Leo had already thought about it before coming to Tokyo to conquer Kaguya Shinomiya from the aspect of family affection, so that she would willingly hand over Tablet of Destiny to him.
So, he decided to help Kaguya Shinomiya find her mother's soul, so that she could have a chance to see her mother again, or at worst, have a conversation with her mother, and use this as a bargaining chip in exchange for Tablet of Destiny.
Although it is just for Kaguya Shinomiya to see his mother or have a conversation with his mother, this is not an easy thing to achieve.
Because the soul of the deceased will not stay after entering Underworld, but will go to different places.
There is an area in Underworld that is specifically responsible for managing souls. It is the home of the souls of the dead. The souls who died in Human World will arrive there first, and then some will be sent to the depths of hell located at the lower level of Underworld, where they will be buried. People call this place Underworld Lower Realm, and some go to the border prison and Purgatory, where devout believers will arrive after death. The deceased who arrive there will be allowed to enter heaven after purifying their body and mind, and then leave Underworld.
These two places are not accessible casually.
Underworld Lower Realm is the territory of God of the Underworld. Not only are there many Grim Reaper who are responsible for seducing souls, but there are also God of the Underworld who are in charge, Underworld and the other party are currently in a non-confrontational position, but they hate each other. If you enter it casually, you will definitely be targeted by Grim Reaper or even God of the Underworld who exists there.
The border prison and Purgatory are collectively called the underworld in the church. It is said that God of the Bible defined it with reference to the Underworld Lower Realm. In other words, it is Heaven's territory. Whether it is Devil or Fallen Angel, once they enter it, they will inevitably be targeted by Heaven.
Therefore, although Devil and Fallen Angel both live in Underworld and hell, the souls they can control are actually very limited. Most souls will eventually go to the Underworld Lower Realm or the underworld and stay in Underworld There are very few souls of. Either they fell into the hands of Devil or Fallen Angel for special reasons, or they are still in an area specifically responsible for managing souls. It is almost impossible to find the soul of Kaguya Shinomiya's mother.
Kaguya Shinomiya's mother has been dead for more than ten years. Even if she has been to Underworld, she has most likely gone to the Underworld Lower Realm or the underworld, or even to a place like heaven. Trying to find her is undoubtedly like looking for a needle in a haystack.
But precisely because of this, this is a fair transaction.
Only by completing such a difficult thing can Leo take away this extremely precious treasure Tablet of Destiny with peace of mind.
He is no longer alone now. Phenex Clan is supporting him behind him. Sitri Clan is still his sponsor. There are also demon kings such as Sirzechs who can take advantage of the situation. If Three Factions goes to peace in the future, he wants to use his influence to let Three Factions help him find the soul of an ordinary person. I think all the major forces will not refuse.
Leo believes that Kaguya Shinomiya, who longs for family affection, cannot refuse this deal. After all, compared to so-called treasures that only have commemorative meaning and cannot be used at all, being able to see a loved one again or have a conversation with them is definitely a more precious thing.
Facts have proved that his idea was correct.
"----Can you really let me see my mother?"
Kaguya Shinomiya said this after being silent for a long time.
"At least it will allow you to have a conversation with your mother." Leo assured, "Of course, that will take some time."
"How long?" Kaguya Shinomiya became very straightforward after making the decision, and said, "Also, how can I trust you?"
"Within one year, I will definitely realize it." Leo looked at Kaguya Shinomiya and said with a smile, "I don't expect you to believe me. After all, I am Devil, but it is precisely because I am Devil that I will abide by the principle of fair trade."
"There's no need for me to lie to you. If you really don't want to do this, I can just snatch the slate from your hands. Why bother talking to you so much here?"
"Or do you think I don't have the strength to snatch Tablet of Destiny from him?"
Kaguya Shinomiya suddenly fell into a long silence again.
Leo didn't rush or rush. Seeing that Kaguya Shinomiya had no intention of drinking tea, he picked up the cup of tea and drank it slowly.
Outside the car, bursts of fire, explosions and gunshots continued to appear, telling Leo and Kaguya Shinomiya that their servants were still fighting fiercely.
"Bang!"
Following a burst of explosive flames, the limousine finally lost its balance and began to shake violently.
Kaguya Shinomiya, who was struggling and hesitating, was almost thrown out, but Leo quickly pushed him back to his seat.
"It looks like the fighting outside is almost over."
Leo Shi Shiran said this, which made Kaguya Shinomiya feel nervous.
Although she didn't know what the battle situation was like outside, but looking at Leo's relaxed appearance, it must be that the one who won in the end would not be her maid, but the other party's dependents, right?
Indeed, Ai Hayasaka is about to lose.
Originally, she was able to fight evenly with Ravel Phenex with her superb exorcism, and there was no way to tell the winner in a short period of time. However, as time went by, she became more and more tired. Not only did her breathing become short, her maid uniform became tattered, and her fair skin was covered with charred marks everywhere, which made her kneel on the roof of the car.
Ravel Phenex's attacks were effective against Ai Hayasaka, but Ai Hayasaka's attacks were all in vain. They had no effect at all in front of Ravel Phenex's immortal body. Ravel Phenex still looks unscathed and calm so far.
As a result, Ai Hayasaka naturally continued to accumulate damage as the battle progressed, and gradually became unable to hold on any longer. On the other hand, Ravel Phenex was still very active, and I think he would be able to officially win Ai Hayasaka soon.
When the time comes, it's uncertain whether Ai Hayasaka can survive, right?
Thinking of this, Kaguya Shinomiya no longer hesitated.
"I agree to give you the slate."
Kaguya Shinomiya said this sentence like a sigh.
Leo smiled.
"Then, the contract is established."
Ten minutes later, the limousine drove into a Western-style Mansion building and stopped in front of the gate of the Western-style Mansion.
"Miss."
Ai Hayasaka took Kaguya Shinomiya out of the car with bruises all over his body, and looked at Leo who also got out of the car, with a look of shock on his face.
She was completely unaware that someone had sneaked into the car and made contact with Kaguya Shinomiya.
I am on the roof of the car, less than one meter away from Kaguya Shinomiya.
This man is dangerous, very dangerous.
You are definitely not its enemy.
"Are you okay? Hayasaka?"
Kaguya Shinomiya looked at the maid who was covered in scars, and her expression also changed without any trace.
This was the first time she saw Ai Hayasaka looking so embarrassed and miserable.
You must know that it is not that no one has attacked you in the past, and there are even some so-called High-Class Devil or high-level Fallen Angel, but
Not only were all of those people dealt with by Ai Hayasaka in the end, but none of them could inflict such serious injuries on Ai Hayasaka and make her become so embarrassed.
This had a huge impact on Kaguya Shinomiya, making her realize for the first time that the maid next to her was not omnipotent and would also be defeated.
If the person who attacked him this time didn't have any ill intentions towards him, just wanted something, and he came here based on the principle of fair trade, maybe his master and servant would really be in danger this time.
"I'm fine." Ai Hayasaka shook his head and said, "She didn't intend to kill me."
As he said that, Ai Hayasaka raised his head and looked at the night sky, attracting Kaguya Shinomiya's gaze.
Only then did Kaguya Shinomiya see a beautiful girl in the night sky spreading a pair of flame wings and descending towards this side.
"Leo-sama."
Ravel Phenex landed next to Leo, put away its flame wings, and looked up at him.
"Good job."
Leo saw that she was unharmed, which was in sharp contrast to Ai Hayasaka's miserable image, so he immediately touched Ravel Phenex's head and praised her.
"It's just a small, small thing."
Ravel Phenex seemed very uncomfortable with Leo's intimate movements, but did not resist. Instead, he lowered his head shyly and kissed her cheeks.
Seeing this, Leo was actually happy.
Such a arrogant and easily shy little girl turned out to be a domineering person who respected force and intelligence. It was quite a contrast.
"I see, he is the owner of Ravel Phenex·Phenex."
Ai Hayasaka looked at Leo with solemn eyes.
"Phenex----"
The look in Kaguya Shinomiya's eyes towards Leo also changed again.
Phenex Clan in 72 Pillars Devil is the thirty-seventh ranked existence in the family, located in the middle of 72 Pillars. The ranking may not be high, but it is also a noble who has received the status of marquis. It is only one level weaker than Eligos Clan who has the status of duke. But considering the specialness of the Phenex Clan and the current situation of the Eligos Clan, the status of this Devil family in the Devil world must be higher than that of the Eligos Clan.
Logically speaking, the daughter of such a family has no need to be a servant for others. Even if she accepts Evil Piece as a "king", it is more than enough, but Leo has such an eldest lady as a servant for Leo - what does this mean?
Kaguya Shinomiya immediately had a deeper understanding of Leo's extraordinary origins, and at the same time, he felt more at ease with the other party's promise to help him find his mother.
A Devil with such an extraordinary origin shouldn't deceive herself into being an ordinary girl Human World, nor can she fail to do what she promised, right?
"Go and rest first, Hayasaka." Kaguya Shinomiya turned to Ai Hayasaka and said, "Leave the rest to me."
"No." Ai Hayasaka refused without hesitation and said, "I must stay by the eldest lady's side."
Ai Hayasaka looked at Leo and Ravel Phenex with completely undisguised fear and wariness.
Obviously, she didn't dare to let her protector be alone with dangerous people.
Kaguya Shinomiya still wanted to say something, but seeing Ai Hayasaka's determined look, he closed his mouth, turned around and walked into the Western-style Mansion.
Ai Hayasaka immediately followed, leaving Leo and Ravel Phenex here.
"Has it been settled?"
Ravel Phenex asked Leo in a low voice.
"Well, it's settled."
Leo nodded and responded to Ravel Phenex.
The two waited there for about fifteen minutes, and then they saw Kaguya Shinomiya and Ai Hayasaka walking out of the Western-style Mansion.
Ai Hayasaka still looked like he was covered in scars and hadn't even changed his clothes, while Kaguya Shinomiya had an old slate in his hand, which immediately attracted the attention of Leo and Ravel Phenex.
"This should be the slate you want, right?"
Kaguya Shinomiya did not look at the slate in his hand, as if it was not something he had regarded as a treasure before, he threw it directly to Leo.
Leo took it over and began to examine it.
At first glance, this slate looks like just an old stone, but its surface is engraved with many stars and is full of mystery.
The stars carved on the stone slab seemed scattered, but in fact they contained a certain pattern. When Leo concentrated on observing the stars above, he had a faint feeling of being pulled into the starry sky and saw the rise and fall of countless stars.
"Is this Tablet of Destiny?"
Ravel Phenex murmured.
"It should be."
Leo did not feel any special power from the stone slab, but just from the way it allowed him to vaguely see strange phenomena, he knew that this was definitely not an ordinary stone.
As for whether it is Tablet of Destiny, we can only confirm it after taking it to Familiar Forest and handing it over to Tiamat.
If it is confirmed, then Tiamat's commission will be completed. At that time, he will also obtain from him the outstanding dependents that no one is said to have been able to successfully reincarnate, so that his strength will increase again.
"I've given you something, I hope you can keep your promise."
Kaguya Shinomiya spoke in a deep voice, causing Leo to look away from the stone slab in his hand.
"Don't worry, I will give you an answer within a year."
Leo handed the slate to Ravel Phenex, nodded to Kaguya Shinomiya, then unfolded the magic square at his feet and performed the magic square jump.
Soon, Leo and Ravel Phenex disappeared in front of Kaguya Shinomiya and Ai Hayasaka, leaving them speechless for a long time.
"Miss----"
Ai Hayasaka hesitated to speak, and finally said nothing.
Kaguya Shinomiya stared blankly at the direction in which Leo disappeared, and a trace of subtle expectation and anxiety began to emerge in his quiet heart.
"Mother----"
The weak call disappeared with the night wind, like a lament.