The Sekirei’s Covenant

Headquarters of the Copper-Black Cross —

"How is this possible? Lord Salvatore has fallen behind in the duel!"

"What is that Kusanagi Sora King's power? It feels different from the other Demon Kings' powers?!"

"The entire town is going to be destroyed by the battle between the two Demon Kings. Although there have been no casualties yet, the losses this time…"

"Hmph! You're still worrying about these insignificant losses? I think you should be more concerned about what to do next! Lord Salvatore has already fallen behind. If he loses again, it will be us who face the wrath of that King Sora!"

"Ah?!! What should we do… what should we do…"

"Yes, yes, we are only following Lord Salvatore's orders. We don't want to oppose that King either!"

"Hmph, do you think all so-called Demon Kings are magnanimous good people? Foolish!"

"By the way! Didn't Erica claim she is already the knight and lover of that Demon King? Maybe we still have hope…"

…

Watching on the big screen as the Sword King Salvatore Doni was blasted and howled wildly by the unfair white stallion power of the newly born seventh Demon King, all the generals of the "Copper-Black Cross" were completely stunned.

Some were surprised, some confused, some sorrowful, but most were terrified…

If Lord Salvatore is defeated, it might be the end for them!

At this moment, these generals realized that the only one who might still save them was the girl named Erica Blandelli…

…

In a luxuriously decorated and heavily guarded room, Erica was pacing anxiously.

She already knew that Sora really came to save her and even fought that fool Sword King. The girl's heart was moved and happy but deeply worried at the same time.

Although Sora was a naive idiot who only knew how to fight, the strength of Sword King Doni was unquestionable. If Sora was still in the same state as when he fought Verethragna, there would be no need to worry much. But he had also said that he couldn't maintain that state for long and would soon revert.

In other words, from the perspective of a God Slayer, Sora was still a complete novice, which made Erica deeply worried.

"Lady Erica!"

Just as Erica was extremely anxious, the door suddenly opened and a small head peeked inside.

"Arianna!"

Seeing it was her little maid Arianna, Erica's eyes lit up and her heart rejoiced.

"Lady Erica, I've distracted the guards. Let's escape quickly."

The maid was quite loyal, secretly coming to rescue Erica despite the risk of punishment.

"Hehe, you brat, I've always cared for you, well done!"

"By the way, what's the situation now? How is the King? Is he okay?"

Excitedly tapping the maid's head, Erica asked anxiously.

"I don't know. I heard Lord Sora is fighting Lord Doni. Only the commanders can see the battle surveillance."

Shaking her head, the maid answered softly.

Her cheeks slightly flushed, Erica couldn't help but feel a bit envious. For these young girls, the story of a prince saving a princess was always so romantic and poetic…

"I see… never mind, let's leave here first!"

Thinking it over, Erica agreed. Arianna was just a little maid and had already done well.

"Yes, Lady Erica."

Arianna nodded.

The guards would soon notice something was wrong and rush back. They had to leave immediately.

However—

"Uncle…"

Just as they turned to escape, a tall man's figure blocked their way. Maid Arianna's face turned pale and she stepped back a few steps. Erica was shocked and exclaimed.

"Erica, you've grown up…"

Looking deeply at Erica, Paolo showed no anger or blame, but sighed deeply and spoke with relief.

"Uncle, I'm sorry…

But I must leave now. I am already the King's knight. The King is fighting, and as his sword and shield, I must return to his side!"

"As for Lord Salvatore, I will explain personally. I will never cause any trouble for the organization."

At first stunned, then seemingly resolute, Erica stepped back, bowed deeply, and took off the cape representing her status as a "Copper-Black Cross" knight, handing it to her uncle, the organization's commander Paolo.

"You used to be a gifted and talented child, but untested by hardships. Now it's different. You have become a true knight who can stand on your own!"

"So go, Erica. Not as the organization's commander, but as your uncle, I will always support you!"

Taking the cape, Paolo gently patted the girl's shoulder with a fatherly affection.

"Thank you, Uncle…"

"Let's go, Arianna!"

Tears of emotion glimmered in her eyes. Erica saluted sincerely once more, then ran off without hesitation with her little maid Arianna.

"Commander, why didn't you inform Lady Erica about the organization's affairs? If you had ordered her, she would never refuse."

A man in knight's armor suddenly appeared behind Paolo like a ghost, his tone questioning but mostly angry.

Even the commander can't joke with the organization's safety!

"I raised Erica myself and know her far better than you. As long as Erica is here, the 'Copper-Black Cross' will be fine."

Paolo glanced at the man with sarcasm and disdain, then left without looking back.

He had once imprisoned Erica to avoid offending Lord Salvatore, and now that the organization was in danger, he thought of using her again. Hmph, is this what they call human nature?

Seeing Paolo's cold attitude, the man's eyes flashed with anger but he said nothing and vanished in a flash…