Border.
Imperial Army camp.
Esdeath sat on a chair, looking at the military distribution map in front of her, feeling somewhat uninspired.
"How truly boring."
The so-called northern barbarians were simply no match.
If this continued.
It probably wouldn't be long before the war ended.
But.
She hadn't enjoyed any of the thrill of battle.
She shook her head, preparing to rest, but her gaze sharpened slightly.
"What is this?"
Before Esdeath, a completely black parchment appeared, emanating an ominous aura.
Almost instinctively, Esdeath grabbed it in her hand.
[Demon Contract]
Esdeath's brow raised slightly.
Although she didn't recognize any of the characters on it, she understood its content.
"A demon, how truly interesting."
Her lips curved, sketching a smile.
A dangerous aura emanated from her icy eyes.
If it was a demon, would it be able to satisfy her desire for battle?
She casually picked up a quill and signed her name on it.
"Then, demon, answer my summon."
A hint of anticipation flashed across Esdeath's face.
The legendary demon.
What kind of powerful being would it be?
These were all the thoughts in her mind.
As for anything else, it was completely out of her consideration.
However...
Most likely, it was fake, right?
Esdeath's eyes flickered.
After all, she had never heard of demons truly existing.
When the time came, she would investigate which audacious fellow dared to even play a trick on her.
Just as she was feeling a little disappointed, the tent suddenly flashed with a dazzling light.
Buzz!
The Demon Contract in Esdeath's hand floated up, transforming into a Magic Circle radiating a mysterious aura on the ground.
Her pupils contracted, and she stood up abruptly.
Thump, thump, thump!
The sound of clear footsteps rang out.
A figure had already emerged from the Magic Circle, coming into Esdeath's view.
It was a man with black hair and black eyes, dressed in casual clothes, yet possessing an aristocratic temperament.
"You, are you really a demon?"
Esdeath was somewhat incredulous.
But the Magic Circle before her could not be faked.
"You summon me, yet you still have such doubts?"
Linde smiled slightly, and with a whoosh, a pair of pitch-black wings unfurled from his back.
"These should be enough proof, right?"
Esdeath's pupils constricted.
Such a scene, even she was a little bewildered.
After all, all of this.
It was simply too impactful on her worldview.
He had actually come to this world.
At the same time, Linde's eyes flickered slightly.
The moment he saw Esdeath, he had already determined what world he had arrived in.
A world with many beautiful girls, but also quite depressing.
However, in his opinion.
This world was also pretty good.
Numerous Danger Beasts should be able to provide a lot of experience.
And Imperial Arms.
Although most of them were not impressive.
But a very few possessed astonishing potential.
Moreover.
If he mastered their technology, it wasn't impossible to manufacture them himself.
Most importantly.
This world definitely had many beings with the potential to become Retainers/Subordinates.
Thinking of this, a strange glint flashed in his eyes as he looked at Esdeath.
"So, what is your wish?"
Esdeath completely regained her composure.
Although truly summoning a demon was somewhat beyond his expectations.
Her worldview had been completely reshaped.
After all, something like a demon was truly astonishing.
However… it was exactly what she wanted.
Esdeath exuded an astonishing madness, declaring wantonly, "It's simple, give me an enjoyable battle."
"That certainly fits your personality."
Linde's expression remained unchanged as he beckoned Esdeath with a finger, "If that's the case, what are you waiting for?"
"Heh heh."
Esdeath let out a low chuckle and wasted no more words, shooting forward like a meteor, heading straight for Linde.
A saber, entirely condensed from ice, had already formed in her right hand, trailing a chilling arc of light.
Boom!
A thunderous roar, like a sudden clap of thunder.
The strike seemed to land on steel.
Esdeath's pupils contracted as she realized her strike hadn't landed on Linde's body at all.
It was as if an invisible force was attached to Linde's body surface.
Firmly blocking the strike.
What kind of power was this?
Esdeath had always been serious about combat.
Facing a legendary demon.
Once she made her move, she naturally showed no mercy.
But… she couldn't even break through his defense?
Bang!
A punch landed directly on Esdeath's abdomen, causing her entire body to momentarily freeze.
The next moment.
A terrifying power erupted.
It caused visible ripples in the air in all directions.
Esdeath's body flew backward uncontrollably, crashing into the entire tent and causing it to collapse with a roar.
Buzz.
A surge of magic power permeated, completely tearing the tent apart.
Linde stepped forward, a smile playing on his lips.
Demon Lord Rank strength was already so formidable.
A figure like Esdeath was somewhat vulnerable.
He wondered how terrifying the Transcendent above them would be?
At the same time.
The countless soldiers who had rushed over upon hearing the commotion were already dumbfounded.
The somewhat disheveled figure standing up from the ground was General Esdeath?
Who could it be?
Who could make General Esdeath so disheveled?
"Cough cough…"
Esdeath coughed, a trickle of blood escaping the corner of her mouth.
"Uh, it seems I used a bit too much force."
Seeing this, Linde scratched his cheek.
There was nothing he could do about it.
For someone like Esdeath, to make her truly submit, he had to display his power.
On the other side.
The Imperial soldiers who had surrounded them from all directions had completely come to their senses.
They had just roared, wanting to rush over, but then they saw Esdeath's cold gaze.
Instantly!
Everyone's bodies stiffened, and they immediately understood that they were doing something unnecessary.
Without hesitation.
All the soldiers quickly retreated.
They dared not disturb General Esdeath's mood.