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Maria continued her conversation with the Oni God of Onsenkai, delving deeper into his origins and history.
"Interesting. They're far below you, yet your world is much smaller, and you're its sole guardian. Why didn't you ally with them?"
"Because we were enemies. I was once known as Shuten Douji, the tyrannical Demon King, son of Orochi! But now… well, I'm retired, managing hot springs, resorts, and hotels. It's a fine life, if I may say so myself."
"Your cowardly act might suggest otherwise, but you're clearly powerful… That's why I came here. I want to learn more about you and make a request."
"…What is it?"
"Soon, a war will determine Babylon's fate. Many worlds will collapse, and I won't stop until I reach the summit and end this endless cycle. Someone up there holds a grudge against me after realizing they couldn't use me to eliminate someone from Yggdrasil. I also have someone they abandoned by my side, so this is their revenge as well."
"H-Huh?!"
