Discussions on the details lasted a long time.
"(Since the wager has been established, let's discuss how to 'take him away' if he loses.)" said a child's voice.
"(Of course, it's to become an ally with me and travel in the new world together.)" Dieying seized the topic first, fearing he'd miss the heat of the moment.
"(Ragged King, you're just an outsider; this kind of thing is not up to you.)" The Fun Demon chuckled: "(Besides, don't you shout loudly 'Fear not, my friends, I shall eventually reach the other shore!' With your fearless demeanor, you don't need companions; surely you can do it, go on Little Ah!)"
"(He should belong to me.)" The Ninth Seat spoke for the first time, in a twisted voice that made people uncomfortable: "(I preside over death, he suits me best.)"
"(Veto. If given to you, he will become a one-time disposable item; we need a companion, not a prop.)" said a soft female voice.
