Next up were Sona's peerage, who were also arranged by Rias.
The Queen position was assigned to Kisuke Urahara.
Although this group was divided into two teams, this assignment was based on ability.
As for how they manage things internally, they can distribute tasks themselves.
The Rook positions were Yoruichi Shihōin and Kensei Muguruma.
The Knight positions were Hirako Shinji and Lisa Yadomaru.
The Bishop positions were Tsukabishi Tessai and Hachigen Ushōda.
The remaining four—Hiyori Sarugaki, Love Aikawa, Mashiro Kuna, and Rōjūrō Otoribashi—each used two chess pieces to complete their species transformation.
In reality, there is a connection between the chess pieces and the 'King.' Normally, given Sona's strength, it would be difficult for her to convert members of the Visoreds.
Therefore, Rias adjusted the pieces; rather than being Sona's peerage, they were converted into Sona's peerage by Rias.
As for the pieces themselves, the boost they provided was not significant, but they gained an energy source called demonic Power.
Their future still depends on themselves.
"But speaking of which, why is Kisuke Urahara the Queen?"
Hirako Shinji said with a look of discomfort.
"Although you Visoreds are decent, if Kisuke Urahara prepares in advance, you'd probably all be toyed with until death, even if you attacked together."
Rias glanced at him and said, "I assigned the pieces based on balance and ability. Of course, I don't deny having my favorites, but instead of worrying about such minor matters, why don't you look around?"
"You've been constantly hunted by the Soul Society; you haven't felt freedom, right? Relax, the Underworld is extremely free. It's fine even if you beat up some of the other noble lords."
"Oh wow, that actually sounds tempting." Hirako Shinji widened his eyes, his smile giving off a wild feeling.
"I must remind you that the Underworld is still considered a society governed by law; you are not allowed to harm others arbitrarily." Rias said faintly, "If you cause trouble without justification, I will spank you when you return~"
"That is truly terrifying."
Everyone couldn't help but say.
"..."
Is it really that scary?
Rias looked at them with a questioning expression.
But putting themselves in that position, several-hundred-year-old Shinigami being forced to lie down and spanked by a four-year-old girl...
Just thinking about it was enough to send shivers down their spines.
It was simply too humiliating.
Moreover, this little Devil might come up with other terrifying methods of punishment.
Before anyone committed a transgression, they truly dared not stick their necks out.
This included the simple-minded Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.
After all, the fate of Nnoitra Gilga was still fresh in their minds.
Being suppressed for a hundred years, unable to do anything, would drive him insane!
"So, this little girl is our master?"
Yoruichi Shihōin Shunpoed in front of Sona, squatted down, and startled Sona with her smiling face.
"Yes, hello everyone, I am Sona Sitri."
Sona took a deep breath, forced herself to calm down, and spoke seriously.
"What a cute child."
Yoruichi Shihōin couldn't resist hugging Sona and rubbing her cheek, her enormous chest pressing against Sona, making her feel uncomfortable.
"Wuwu, let me go~"
Sona struggled, and after a long time, she finally broke free from that embrace, her face flushed red with shame and indignation.
"Pfft..."
Rias couldn't help but laugh.
Sure enough, she was still too young to command the situation.
Of course, the compatibility between Sona and Yoruichi Shihōin was inherently low; they were completely opposite types.
They were like a good girl and a rebellious delinquent, and even when Sona grew up, she would likely find Yoruichi Shihōin's personality difficult to adapt to.
It seems it's better to keep Sona by her side normally, lest she be bullied by her own peerage.
She beckoned Okita Souji and Enkou over. They were Sirzechs's peerage and also High-Class Devils.
Enkou was originally a sacred creature, a Kirin. As a Holy Beast, he should have been unable to reincarnate as a Devil. Only Sirzechs among all Devils had the ability to reincarnate him, and his existence proves that Sirzechs's ability has surpassed the standard specifications of a Devil.
"You two take them for a tour of the territory and give them a basic introduction to the Underworld's common knowledge."
"Aizen and Urahara, you two aren't allowed to run away either~"
Rias said faintly, "If I find out you used Mirror Flower Water Moon to escape, you might be the first ones to try the special package I've customized for you."
"..."
"How could I?" Aizen shrugged, saying, "I will complete this as a 'mission.'"
"Oh my, what kind of person does the little master think I am~"
Kisuke Urahara replied with a playful, inappropriate smile.
"Gross."
After a slight complaint, Rias told Sona and the others to do as they pleased, then left to continue her cultivation.
The fusion of life forms had already begun. With the magical device: holy grail and the Hōgyoku, she focused more of her energy on other topics.
Such as the study of life forms and essence, and the transformation of energy.
Three days passed in a flash—
The application for the Rating Game was quickly approved, and the first Rating Game would take place two days later.
At the same time, Rias discovered something while researching the essence of life.
Demonic Nature.
"I actually overlooked this point... that's truly inexcusable."
Rias murmured.
Gods possess Divinity, and Devils possess Demonic Nature.
These are the foundation and essence of mythical creatures.
If they are both life forms, why are mythical creatures so much stronger than humans?
The fundamental advantage of the bloodline of higher beings lies in Divinity and Demonic Nature.
By analyzing Demonic Nature, one can understand the life essence of a Devil.
Having truly realized the existence of Demonic Nature, Rias replanned her own cultivation path.
Advancing from Low-class Devil to High-Class Devil is merely a matter of basic training and the refinement of demonic Power.
For the cultivation of a High-Class Devil and a Devil King, Rias focused more on exploring concepts and using fusion methods to increase energy.
After her energy reached the level of a Transcendent, she noticed Demonic Nature, something she had never paid attention to, yet was constantly being refined through her cultivation.
At this stage, the fusion of life was simultaneously the cultivation of Demonic Nature.
After her life form reaches the Transcendent stage, Rias estimates she will reach the level of Shiva, or perhaps Dragon God Level or Sub-Dragon God Level.
Subsequent cultivation will focus on perfecting her life form.
Humans, Gods, Devils, Dragons, Yokai, Vampires, and so on.
Upon achieving this, she would definitely not be inferior to the Dragon Gods and the God of the Bible, and might even surpass them.
For now, she designated it as Dragon God Level.
At her current stage, she could already project her path for future cultivation.
After reaching Dragon God Level, besides the increase in strength, the next step would be to explore concepts.
Once the exploration of concepts reached its peak, she would proceed to integrate them.
After integration is complete, the Power that only true experts possess will be formed.
Power!
Simultaneously, the essence of life could also be integrated.
At that time, she might be able to form a 'spiritual authority' in the true sense.
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