Valhalla Arena
A colossal arena floated high above the sky.
The stands were packed with spectators.
Among them were not only ordinary-looking humans, but also gods of bizarre shapes and forms.
At this moment,
The entire crowd, both gods and humans alike, roared with excitement.
At the entrance stood two figures, gazing silently at the arena.
They were two of the Thirteen Valkyries, Brunhilde and Gray.
Gray's face was filled with worry as she looked at the noisy coliseum.
『Gray』: It's finally about to begin, Sister.
『Brunhilde』: Mm.
『Gray』: I wonder who the gods will send out as their vanguard…
Brunhilde didn't answer. Her eyes remained fixed on the arena floor.
『Gray』: So this is the so-called "Ragnarök"?
『Gray』: It's nothing like what I imagined… the difference is way too big.
Just then, a sudden voice drifted over.
Gray turned her head, and saw two figures appear out of nowhere.
One had black hair and dark eyes, strikingly handsome. He wore a strange black bodysuit, with a wide cloak flowing behind him.
The other was dressed sharply in a black suit, with a crimson shirt underneath.
『Gray』: When did you…?
『Brunhilde』: Mr. Carl, Mr. Tsukasa, welcome. I am the Valkyrie tasked with choosing Einherjar. We're honored to have you here.
Gray was still puzzling over when exactly they had arrived, but Brunhilde spoke first.
『Carl』: Mm. Hello. I am Carl.
『Tsukasa Kadoya』: And I… am just a passing Kamen Rider.
『Carl』: Superman, long time no see.
『Akira』: Yeah, it's been a while!
Carl replied calmly.
『Carl』: Long time no see.
Akira glanced around at the massive coliseum and couldn't help but comment.
『Akira』: So this is supposed to be "Paradise"? It's just an arena!
『Akira』: I thought we'd be fighting in some beautiful celestial paradise or something.
Carl answered casually.
『Carl』: It's just the name that has "Paradise" in it. What, did you think they'd actually bring us to paradise itself?
『Carl』: They might as well call it the "Divine-Human Duel Grounds."
『Akira』: Well, "Paradise" does sound more refined.
『Carl』: True enough.
Akira shrugged.
『Akira』: Still, this arena's pretty huge.
Then, with a mischievous grin,
『Akira』: I wonder which unlucky god will run into Superman here. Probably get beaten senseless.
Although he had no idea how strong the gods of this world truly were, Akira had immense confidence in Carl's power.
After all, in the chat group, Carl had always displayed overwhelming strength.
His nickname in the group was even "God Among Men."
Clearly, he wasn't inferior to the so-called gods in the least.
『Carl』: Maybe…
But inwardly, Carl knew this "Paradise" wasn't just about making someone look foolish.
Losing meant death.
Of course,
It would only be Carl's enemies who died.
『Akira』: You're as calm as ever, Superman.
『Akira』: I just wonder what kind of god I'll be facing…
『Carl』: Don't worry. Those gods might not even be your match.
『Akira』: If that's the case, I'll be relieved.
After all, in Record of Ragnarok, even mortal warriors could fight gods on equal footing.
And Tsukasa Kadoya, who already possessed extraordinary power, should theoretically be even stronger.
Carl was certain Tsukasa wouldn't be weaker than any god.
Especially since, in this world, Valkyries could forge sacred weapons for their chosen warriors.
Even without such divine armaments, Tsukasa still had a chance of victory.
Gray, however, couldn't take it anymore. These two sudden strangers were speaking utter nonsense!
From their appearance, they were clearly just humans.
Yet they spoke of gods with such casual arrogance, as if divinities weren't even worth mentioning.
Weren't they afraid the gods might overhear?
『Gray』: You two humans, enough! Show some restraint!
『Gray』: This place is filled with gods! If they hear your insolence, who knows what punishment they'll bring down on you!
『Brunhilde』: Gray! Do not be rude!
『Brunhilde』: Quickly, apologize to Mr. Carl and Mr. Tsukasa!
She had heard about Carl's strength through the chat group.
She knew he was no ordinary being.
As for the other, the Kamen Rider, Brunhilde didn't know him well.
But anyone who dared take on a task to battle gods couldn't be weak.
Naturally, Brunhilde didn't want her sister to provoke them.
Carl chuckled.
『Carl』: It's fine. No need to be nervous.
『Carl』: As for whether the gods can hear us, so what if they do?
『Carl』: If I say it, I don't care who listens.
He certainly wasn't going to take offense at a child's words.
Especially when she meant no harm.
Akira also didn't bother pursuing the matter.
Gray, however, was left bewildered by her sister's and these men's attitudes.
Why did they treat gods as if they were nothing?
And why wasn't her sister stopping them?
『Gray』: Sister… who exactly are they?
『Brunhilde』: They are the participants chosen for Ragnarok, Mr. Carl and Mr. Tsukasa Kadoya.
『Gray』: Oh…
At that, Gray looked at them with fresh curiosity.
No wonder they showed no fear of gods.
They were destined to fight them.
Of course they wouldn't be afraid.
Otherwise, they wouldn't even be here.
Still…
They looked like ordinary humans.
They didn't even carry weapons.
Though… one was more handsome than the other.
Could "handsome" actually defeat a god?
Gray's mind wandered off into nonsense.
Just then, Carl felt a ping from the chat group, someone had tagged him.
He opened it.
[Britannian Prince]: Has the mission started yet? Don't forget the livestream!
[Britannian Prince]: @Chooser of Einherjar @God Among Men @Passing Kamen Rider
[Hot-Blooded Spider Girl]: +1 +1! I really want to watch the livestream!
[Heavenly Blade King]: +2
[Chooser of Einherjar]: All right, I'll start streaming now.
[Hot-Blooded Spider Girl]: Finally! I'm going in!
[Heavenly Blade King]: +1
All the online group members immediately entered the livestream feed.
In an instant,
They saw the fully packed Valhalla Arena.
[My Little Sister Has Chuunibyou, What Do I Do]: That many people!?
[My Little Sister Has Chuunibyou, What Do I Do]: This place is bigger than a soccer stadium!
[Hot-Blooded Spider Girl]: Weren't we promised some kind of "Paradise"? Why does it look like a sports stadium?
[Pink-Haired Vessel]: It looks so lively.
[Hot-Blooded Spider Girl]: Wait… that guy with the pig head next to you, is that a monster!?
[Hot-Blooded Spider Girl]: I can't believe there are monsters here!
[Chooser of Einherjar]: That's a god.
[Hot-Blooded Spider Girl]: Uh… right. Fine.
End of chapter...
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