The Demon Monarch System

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Compared to the wisp of Hellfire she first consumed upon testing Apollo, the cluster of flames that resided before her very eyes were on a completely different level. Before, it wasn't capable of enrapturing her mind, but now, her desire to have it was overflowing. Even if Apollo didn't allow her, in her current state, there was a chance she would claim it by any means necessary.

As she stared at the flames, her lips quivered. Her eyes pleaded for the flame and the flickering beauty tantalized her. The titillating flame danced in her eyes until finally, Apollo extended his hand. However, as he did so, he also posed a question, "What does this flame do for you that makes you so attached to it?"

"It healed me before," Geneva muttered in an almost docile tone. At the same time, she finally gave in and consumed the entirety of the flames. After the last wisp flowed past her ruby lips, she laid back in the chair and traced her neck with an expression of ecstasy, "This feels...amazing!"

Meanwhile, Apollo marveled at this scene silently. He was surprised by her honesty and display of almost unmatched seduction. This was all new to him, a side of a woman he had never seen before. Moreover, he didn't know that Hellfire carried such an addictive personality. However, Fuhrer added more information to what he inferred.

"She is dooming herself," Fuhrer stated before examining Geneva's wound heal before his eyes, "I have some harrowing news for you, well actually for her, that Hellfire isn't exactly what it seems. The reason she is so addicted to it is that she is succumbing to the first phase of corruption," Fuhrer revealed.

"Corruption, you say?" Apollo muttered while glancing at Geneva's figure. For now, she didn't change into her enrapturing form that resembled a phoenix's fiery appeal. 

"Indeed, I said corruption.  After all, hellfire isn't meant to be absorbed by beings other than Demons of Wrath. Furthermore, it definitely is not meant to meld with her essence. Thus, this process will happen even faster in her case. While her wound may be healing, she is dooming herself," Fuhrer nodded along with Apollo.

Upon hearing this, the way Apollo looked at Geneva changed.  While she was still in her trance-like state, Apollo moved closer and conjured yet another cluster of Hellfire, "Miss Headmaster, if I said this was no good for you would you still accept it?"

Mindlessly, Geneva immediately answered, "Yes, because I want it. Nothing comes close to the pain I have felt for the past 15 years. If it means I can avoid feeling the pain, I don't mind suffering the consequences."

Silently, Apollo nodded and presented it to her. As she consumed this cluster as well, Apollo eyed her as prey, "Very well, the consequences of your actions is as such, you will be mine," Apollo chuckled before taking another seat.

"Hoh? Lad, you are hastening her corruption on purpose. Could it be you intend to turn her? But I must say, it'll take quite some effort, she's much stronger than you are," Fuhrer voiced as he glanced at Apollo's amused expression.

"That might be true for right now, but if I monitor the amount of hellfire I allow her to consume and cause her reasoning to face at the proper pace, her willpower will be whittled away. In exchange for the thing she desires, I'll acquire her loyalty. After all, there isn't another person on this world capable of what I'm doing," Apollo answered after giving the matter some thought.

Meanwhile, Fuhrer nodded and agreed with his action, 'Acquiring another pawn through the use of schemes and intricate planning. That shows his capability to develop adequate plans is up to par. Not to mention, this is just an auxiliary talent. Unlike those who only focus on schemes, his mind is also focused on improving his strength. Truly a fine specimen you have created, perhaps he will in fact succeed you,' Fuhrer silently mused while into the distance.

On the other hand, when the ecstasy brought about by the Hellfire subsided, Geneva gazed into Apollo's direction with hazy eyes, "Can I have more?"

"Hoh? More you say? In exchange, for every cluster I give you, you have to award me 1,000 Academic Credits, what do you say?" Apollo asked, testing the waters of her current corruption. After some deliberation, she finally came to a decision.

"That can be arranged, however, it can't be lacking. The flame needs to be just as strong as the previous two," Geneva replied while glancing down at her wound. Compared to its initial state, it had undergone visible healing. At this current rate, as long as he ingested the Hellfire regularly, she was sure she'd recover completely soon enough. 

Suddenly, Fuhrer appeared before Geneva and removed his helmet. Furthermore, his armor also receded as well. In exchange, reddish-purple skin appeared before Geneva.  Moreover, his aura of death and slaughter was still unable to be concealed. Or rather, he didn't attempt to conceal it in the slightest.

"You have already fallen victim, thus it is safe to disclose this to you, you have absorbed too much of my liege's flame. In the future, your fate is to become his possession. There is no room for negotiation nor is there any room for rejection, do you understand?" Fuhrer questioned before presenting an imperious aura.

When she looked at it, Geneva recoiled out of instinct. But, no matter how she tried to avoid it, Fuhrer's pressure bared down on her. After all, when on mastered Superbia, their pride became tangible to the point it could even be utilized as an attack. 

Left with no other choice, Geneva gave in. She nodded her head after looking Fuhrer in the eyes, "So this is why the world failed to suppress you, your presence is too strong. What type of Spirit are you?"

"We are Demons! And we will bring about the end to begin our rightful uprising," Fuhrer stated before pointing his finger at her, "Furthermore, you will join our cause and our ranks. As for your position, that will depend on your potential. In the meantime," Fuhrer paused as his eyes shined with a ravishing black light.

"You will continue your actions as if nothing ever took place, do you understand?" Fuhrer commanded in a tone that didn't allow for disobedience. Again, Geneva obliged.

However, Apollo was curious. If she was already being corrupted, what was the reason for Fuhrer applying additional force? "What was all that about Fuhrer?"

"That was needed, think of it as a precaution. Remember, she is only in the first phase of corruption, which means her state of mind isn't absolute. There's a chance that her mind may regain clarity at odd moments. Thus, you should just think of this act as a means of reinforcement," Fuhrer responded.

As he heard this, Apollo understood the logic behind his actions. Suddenly, Apollo was met by intrigue. He wondered if it was possible to change Geneva at this very moment. While her cultivation was unknown, based on both Azridan and Fuhrer's complaints, the cultivation realms of this world couldn't be that hard to deal with.

Hence, Apollo held out his palm and once again thought about changing the person in question in a Demon. However, when he read the prompt, he understood this was currently beyond him.

〈System Alert! The individual of interest is unable to be changed into a demonic acolyte. Based on their current dwindling parameters, if they are changed, they will exist at a strong Greater Demon level. Since you are still a Lesser Demon, and your authority is too low, this unable to happen.〉

Nevertheless, what Apollo didn't know what that every time the system scanned someone he took interest in, they would feel his desire. Thus, when Geneva felt it, a slight blush entered her cheeks, "For you to desire me that way, you're too young. Maybe a few years down the line but as of right now, the answer is no."

Of course, Apollo didn't really understand what she meant so Apollo shrugged his shoulder. But, what he did know was that there were a few obscure Sins present in Geneva. Compared to Typhir, Apollo was sure she would be harder to control. 

Be that as it may, Apollo conjured a final cluster of Hellfire. Unlike, the last two times, when she absorbed this bunch, her body immediately morphed. Unbeknownst to him, he had provided her enough energy to reactivate her special bloodline. 

"Hoh? I just remembered something, you are still in a dormant state. Your soul hasn't released that yet. I need to know, have you experienced any weird occurrences lately?" Fuhrer abruptly asked. Immediately, Apollo was reminded of the event in the mirror.