Rosethorn Is Pretty Great

Those watching the Rating Game nodded slightly, seemingly agreeing with Riser's statement.

Although Riser's behavior was indeed that of a spoiled brat, the power of the Phoenix bloodline was undeniable.

If Rias and the others don't have a decisive strategy, and if Riser charges in recklessly, the previous blitzkrieg will be ineffective.

Moreover, Rias is the only one capable of directly confronting Riser.

Although her Power of Destruction is strong, the phoenix can also revive on the spot. If the fight continues like this, Rias will obviously lose due to insufficient magic power.

Of course, she could also choose to drag it out until the time was up.

However, doing so is somewhat dishonorable.

"The Phoenix's bloodline power is indeed troublesome. If we want to defeat that kid, we either need to defeat him in one go with power comparable to a god, or we can only keep killing him until he mentally collapses. But judging from the rate at which his magic power is consumed, that kid can obviously hold out for a long time."

Odin stroked his beard and gave his assessment.

"No wonder the Phenex family has been able to thrive for so long; the power of their bloodline is indeed formidable."

"If we don't have any other trump cards, this game will probably end pretty much like this."

Azazel nodded, then gave Ren an innocent look.

"If that vampire kid's Sacred Gear were still usable, it could turn the tide of the battle, but it can't be used due to the rules."

"However, if vampires can freely control the Sacred Gear, then they can be allowed to use them in the Rating Game, right?"

"That cat demon has good potential; its supportive abilities using magic are very powerful. However, its foundation is too weak. If it cultivates for a few more years, perhaps it will be able to stand on its own."

"And that magic swordsman, his swordsmanship is also top-notch, but he also tried very hard."

Azazel sighed and shook his head.

Rias's familiars all have quite high potential, and if they are developed smoothly, their future is indeed promising.

There's also Akeno Himejima, whom he hasn't mentioned yet.

After all, that girl was involved with Baiqiu.

"The situation is indeed not optimistic. If we can find a way to counter the resurrection, then we might be able to put up a fight."

Gabriel looked worried.

She knew that Rias and Ren had a good relationship.

If Rias loses here and then has to marry Riser, Ren might just try to steal her away.

Don't doubt it, if Rias finds Ren and issues him a quest, he really can do it.

"Champagne at halftime? That's a sure thing."

Ren, on the other hand, wasn't worried at all.

Meanwhile, in the game arena, Riser's body was once again destroyed by Rias Power of Destruction. Flames erupted from her mangled body, and a new body rapidly grew out.

"How are you going to fight me?!"

But no sooner had she finished speaking than Rias attacked again, Riser still chose to withstand the attack head-on.

Buzz!

His limbs and body were destroyed by the Power of Destruction, leaving only his neck, which was connected to his brain, and a small part of his body.

However, just as the Phoenix bloodline was exerting its power once again, Akeno Himejima suddenly grasped a Spear of Light in her hand.

Without a second thought, he grabbed the spear and plunged it into Riser's recovering body.

Sizzle!

The holy Spear of Light is deadly poison to demons.

Even just a tiny bit of it will cause a peeling of skin, just like when an ordinary person is scalded by boiling water.

In the previous battles, Akeno Himejima had only used the abilities of demons and lightning. The reason she didn't use the Spear of Light was to catch Riser off guard at this moment!

"Aaaaaah!"

This time, Riser finally felt intense, excruciating pain.

The power of light was constantly eroding his body, and intense pain was tearing at his nerves.

But that's not all.

Following the same method, Akeno Himejima created four more Spear of Light, pinning Riser firmly to the ground.

Because of the interference from the Spear of Light, the restorative effect of the Phoenix Force was greatly reduced, and Riser's body finally stopped recovering.

Chapter 171 Rossweisse is quite good

Chapter 171

"That girl is using Spear of Light? The light power isn't very strong, but it's definitely light."

When Gabriel saw Akeno Himejima, a look of surprise appeared on his face.

It's truly unbelievable that a demon could wield the power of holy light.

"Alas, this is probably an effect of system instability, just like how Asia can use the Twilight Healing to subdue demons."

Gabriel didn't know whether this was a good thing or a bad thing.

Since the gods disappeared, the world has become increasingly strange.

"Hey, Baiqiu, your daughter actually used the power of light! Does that mean she's already forgiven you in her heart?"

Azazel asked in surprise.

Baiqiu, standing beside him, also looked bewildered.

That incident from his early years was indeed his fault.

His own mistake led to the death of his wife, and he almost failed to protect his daughter.

Although he immediately went to find Akeno Himejima after learning about this, Akeno hated him intensely because of his wife's situation.

Baiqiu did not deny it; after all, he was indeed an incompetent husband for failing to protect his wife.

Before Akeno Himejima was taken in by Rias, Baiqiu also wanted to take Akeno Himejima away and return to Grigori to protect her.

However, Akeno Himejima absolutely refused to leave with him, and even made a declaration that she hated the Fallen Angels blood in her body.

The reason they were willing to become members of the devil's familiar was probably for this reason.

Over the years, Baiqiu has had no communication with Akeno Himejima.

However, after learning that her daughter would be participating in this Rating Game, she insisted on coming with Azazel to watch the game.

Now that Akeno Himejima has used the power of light in front of everyone, is this a tacit admission of her bloodline and an indication that she intends to reconcile with him?

Thinking of this, Baiqiu was overwhelmed with emotion, and tears involuntarily streamed down his face.

On the other side...

Tears, too, streamed down Ren's face.

How can you watch a game without barbecue takeout?

Of course, the Yellow-Blue Army's business hasn't expanded to the Underworld yet, but Ren's storage space contains all sorts of odds and ends.

The barbecue grill, ingredients, spices, and seasonings are all readily available.

They even have prepared food.

Because anything other than living things will remain in the same state as when it was placed in the storage space, a lot of prepared staple foods were also stuffed inside.

At this moment, Ren was holding several skewers of grilled beef, eating them heartily while watching the game.

The moment the delicious gravy spread in his mouth, tears welled up in Ren's eyes.

The people following Ren also received some skewers.

"Huh? Is this for me?"

When Gabriel saw that he also had points, a look of surprise appeared on his face.

She wanted to refuse, but the delightful aroma whetted her appetite.

Although they are angels, their physical structure is no different from that of humans.

They also need rest, meals, and showers.

The only difference between them and ordinary people is that they can withstand hunger better; they can go a week without food or water and still be fine.

Of course, angels aren't ascetics; aside from being too busy with work, they still follow the habit of eating two meals a day.

The food is very simple; aside from being green and healthy, there's no meat or similar food in sight.

Gabriel ultimately accepted Ren's gift.

There is no tradition of advocating vegetarianism in the Heaven; one only needs to pray to the gods for delicious food before eating, especially before consuming human food.

Gabriel held a skewer in one hand and made the sign of the cross in front of his chest with the other, which caused Kuroka, who was eating heartily and without any regard for his image, to clutch his head and yell "Ouch, ouch, ouch!" not far away.

"Sorry, it was just a habitual action."

Gabriel sincerely apologized to Kuroka.

After receiving Kuroka's forgiveness, she gently bit off a piece of crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside roasted meat.

As the flavors of the beef and seasonings spread in his mouth, Gabriel's face revealed an expression of utter ecstasy.

This... this is so delicious!

Can human food really be this delicious?

Gabriel's face was rosy, and he slightly opened his mouth, revealing his fragrant tongue as he breathed out a sweet fragrance.

"As expected, lecherous people are lecherous no matter what they do. Seeing an angel like Gabriel and not falling from heaven, he must be a true saint," Ren thought to himself.

"You guys are actually eating barbecue here? But how can you eat meat without drinking? Come on, let's all have a drink."

Odin, drawn by the delicious food, immediately brightened up and patted his belly, extending an invitation to Ren.

If he were a little heavier, and then shouted, "Happy Time is about to begin," it would be even more fitting.

"No, I don't drink much."

Ren shook his head.

"How can this be? A true warrior can't drink! Ren, you're too weak!"

Odin spoke without any mercy.

Then, he gently tapped the cane into the air, and several wooden wine bottles appeared on the table.

"Come, come, let me teach you how to drink!"

"No, no, Lord Odin, doing this would be beneath your dignity!"

Rossweisse immediately stopped her upon seeing this.

However, Odin, caught up in his alcoholism, paid no attention to her.

In Norse Mythology, alcohol holds a special place in the Asgard of many warriors and heroes, who are seasoned veterans of the battlefield.

Odin was no exception.

"By the way, Rossweisse, since you're a Valkyrie, I'm going to teach you a lesson."

"As a Valkyrie, you can't be a lightweight, so you'd better drink too."

"But it's working hours now..."

"It's alright, I don't blame you. Besides, having a high alcohol tolerance is a skill of the Valkyrie. If you can't hold your liquor, it'll be hard to find a boyfriend. I think you've been unable to find a boyfriend because of your low alcohol tolerance, right?"

Odin used reverse psychology.

Rossweisse fell for the trap, and it worked wonders!

"I... I have a very high alcohol tolerance! I usually drink alcohol like water! So my inability to find a boyfriend has absolutely nothing to do with this!"

Rossweisse responded vehemently, then declared that whoever gets drunk first is a dog.

However, not long after, a splash was heard.

Rossweisse, who had been making bold statements just minutes before, was now fast asleep on the carpet in the VIP room, silent and unresponsive.