His regal attire, adorned with symbols of malevolence, clung to him—a stark contrast to the weightless garb of the cosmic interlude. The throne, an imposing structure that bore witness to countless victories and nefarious deeds, stood as a silent witness to the enigmatic journey his consciousness had undertaken.

The air in the throne room carried a residual tension, a lingering energy from the cosmic transition. The demonic aura that had once permeated every inch of the space now seemed tempered, as if the void had stripped away layers of malevolence, leaving behind a nuanced essence.

The demon king's body stirred, a gradual return to the corporeal realm. His limbs felt heavy as if bearing the weight of the cosmic revelations he had glimpsed. With a deliberate motion, he rose from the cold stone floor, his gaze surveying the throne room with newfound introspection.

The transition from cosmic void to corporeal reality left an indelible mark on the demon king. His eyes once mirrors of malevolence, now held a glimmer of contemplation. The cosmic odyssey had peeled away the layers of darkness, revealing a more complex narrative etched into the canvas of his demonic existence.

As the demon king stood in the throne room, a fusion of the cosmic and the material, the echoes of the void lingered in the recesses of his consciousness. The interplay between light and shadow had left an imprint, a cosmic sigil that spoke of a journey beyond the confines of his malevolent dominion.

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"Girls! Girls! Calm down!" A woman with a smug smirk shouted as both Ethel and Celestine were taken by surprise. "Should we reintroduce ourselves?"

"There's no need for formality with you," Celestine spat.

"Well, then allow me to introduce the real me. The servant of, well… I can't say. However, you do have permission to know my name: Ananiel. But, please continue reffering to me as your mother-"

"Shut the fuck up, devil," Ethel interjected before raising her hand into the air.

With a swift motion, Ethel raised her hands, weaving intricate gestures in the air. As she chanted arcane incantations, a torrent of water gathered around her. Suddenly, the liquid mass coalesced into a mesmerizing array of sharks, each formed from the essence of the element itself. The aquatic predators hung suspended in the air, their form rippling with fluid grace.

The water sharks, summoned by Ethel's mastery over aquatic forces, began to spin like torpedoes in a synchronized dance. Their movements were precise and calculated, a ballet of liquid lethality that added an otherworldly dimension to the unfolding confrontation.

On the other side, Celestine, undeterred by the sudden escalation, revealed a weapon of formidable craftsmanship. The dual-sided sword, its twin blades extending symmetrically from a central handle, gleamed with an otherworldly aura. Celestine, with a confident yet measured stance, swung the weapon with a proficiency that hinted at years of martial mastery.

The blades, sharp as the gaze of a vigilant predator, cut through the air with a harmonious swiftness. Each swing of Celestine's weapon left trails of ethereal energy, marking the space around her with a celestial dance. The dual-sided sword, an extension of her formidable skill, exuded an almost sentient aura, responding to the slightest nuances of her movements.

As the water sharks spun and Celestine brandished her celestial weapon, the confrontation escalated into a mesmerizing display of elemental prowess and martial finesse. The clash of water and ethereal steel painted an intricate tapestry in the air, setting the stage for a battle that unfolded with both beauty and danger.

"I know you two want to fight, however, that's not possible. You'll die. I hope you know that… so I'd like to introduce you to a friend of mine. Zuriel, please come out," The woman previously known as the Ice Brave announced and suddenly, another familiar face stepped out of what seemed to be an invisible cloak.

As the woman's words echoed through the confrontation, a sense of anticipation hung in the air. Suddenly, a figure emerged from what seemed to be an invisible shroud, stepping into the unfolding spectacle. It was Zuriel, the brave of plants and nature, a herald of the verdant forces that wove through the threads of existence.

Zuriel's appearance was a manifestation of the untamed beauty of nature. Her attire seemed woven from living vines and blooming petals, a harmonious blend of flora that adorned her with an ethereal grace. The colors of the forest adorned her like a second skin, from the vibrant greens of flourishing leaves to the gentle hues of blossoming flowers.

Long tendrils of ivy and tendrils cascaded down her shoulders, intertwining with her flowing hair, which appeared as if it were spun from moonlit threads of nature's essence. In her eyes gleamed the deep wisdom of ancient forests, reflecting a profound connection to the natural world.

Around Zuriel, an aura pulsed with the vitality of a thriving ecosystem. It was as if the very essence of nature responded to her presence, embracing her as a guardian of the wilderness. As she stepped into the unfolding confrontation, a tranquil energy radiated from her, creating a stark contrast to the elemental display and celestial prowess that surrounded the scene.

As Zuriel stepped further into the confrontation, transformative energy enveloped her, causing her appearance to shift into a more angelic form. Massive, ethereal green wings unfurled from her back, stretching out with a celestial majesty. Each feather shimmered with a verdant glow, casting a soft radiance that echoed the essence of the natural world.

Her entire visage took on an otherworldly luminescence, yet the earthly greens persisted, creating a harmonious fusion of angelic grace and the vibrant hues of nature. The petals and vines that adorned her attire now seemed to sway with a celestial breeze, as if guided by unseen forces that resonated with the divine.

Zuriel's eyes, once reflecting the wisdom of ancient forests, now gleamed with an angelic light, carrying a serene resolve and a compassionate gaze. Her transformation marked her as a celestial guardian, a being embodying both the serenity of heavenly realms and the untamed vitality of the earthly domains she protected.

Zuriel, now adorned with celestial wings and an aura of divine energy, took the initiative in the unfolding battle. With fluid grace, she moved forward, her steps leaving an ephemeral trail of blossoms in the air. Ethel, the wielder of water sharks, and Celestine, the mistress of an ethereal dual-sided sword, braced themselves for the impending clash.

Zuriel's first move was a sweeping motion of her hand, conjuring vines from the ground that surged forward with a rapid grace. Ethel responded by manipulating the water around her, creating a barrier of liquid shields that intercepted the advancing vines. The clash of nature and water created a dynamic barrier, each element struggling for dominance.

Celestine, meanwhile, anticipated Zuriel's celestial dance, twirling her dual-sided sword with a masterful finesse. The ethereal blades carved through the air, leaving trails of shimmering energy that danced alongside the blossoms summoned by Zuriel. The celestial clash unfolded like a dance, each movement a testament to the combatants' skill and mastery over their respective domains.

As the battle progressed, Zuriel's wings beat with a harmonious rhythm, creating gusts of celestial wind that carried the scent of blooming flowers. Ethel, undeterred, summoned water sharks that circled around her in a synchronized ballet, ready to strike at Zuriel's command. The arena became a canvas for elemental forces, the clash of water, nature, and ethereal steel weaving a tapestry of beauty and danger.

Zuriel, with a surge of angelic grace, propelled herself into the air, her wings carrying her with celestial elegance. From this vantage point, she unleashed a cascade of celestial energy, manifesting as radiant beams that sought to illuminate her opponents' movements. Celestine, in response, utilized her ethereal blades to deflect the celestial onslaught, creating a dazzling display of swordplay against the radiant beams.

Ethel, attuned to the ebb and flow of water, manipulated the liquid element to form a protective barrier that shielded her from Zuriel's radiant assault. The celestial energy clashed with the watery defense, creating a dynamic struggle as the arena resonated with the elemental forces at play.

Zuriel, suspended in the air with the grace of an angel, descended with celestial elegance, her wings folding with a gentle flutter. Ethel and Celestine, poised for the next exchange, readied themselves for the continuation of the celestial duel.

Zuriel extended her hand, summoning vines from the ground with an ethereal energy that pulsed with divine power. The vines lashed out towards Ethel, who responded by creating a swirling current of water that intercepted the verdant assault. The clash of nature and water echoed through the arena, each element vying for supremacy.

Celestine, with her ethereal dual-sided sword, lunged forward, anticipating Zuriel's movements. The celestial being countered with a swift twirl, her wings creating a protective barrier as the ethereal blades sliced through the air. The dance of swordplay unfolded in a mesmerizing display of skill and precision, ethereal steel meeting divine grace.

As the celestial energy emanating from Zuriel intensified, Ethel harnessed the power of water, creating a cascade that enveloped her in a liquid cocoon. The radiant beams from Zuriel's celestial assault collided with the watery defense, refracting and dispersing in shimmering sprays. The arena became a spectacle of elemental clash, a battleground where water and celestial forces collided in a symphony of light and liquid.

Zuriel, with a commanding gesture, summoned a whirlwind of celestial petals that spiraled around her. The petals danced with graceful fury, creating a celestial storm that obscured her movements. Ethel, attuned to the currents of water, conjured a barrier that diverted the petal storm, the water serving as a shield against the divine onslaught.

Celestine, with her ethereal blades imbued with celestial energy, unleashed a flurry of strikes that cut through the air. Zuriel, in response, moved with preternatural agility, evading each ethereal blade with an angelic grace. The celestial duel escalated into a display of celestial winds, ethereal blades, and the ever-flowing dance of water.

With a surge of celestial power, Zuriel propelled herself into the air once more, her wings beating with resplendent vigor. From this elevated position, she unleashed beams of celestial energy that cascaded towards her opponents. Celestine deftly deflected the radiant beams with her ethereal blades, while Ethel, surrounded by a sphere of water, absorbed and dispersed the divine onslaught.

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