It was bright today in the East Forest just outside of Magnolia. The only occupant in the forest was the red-clad Devil Hunter, Dante. He stood in the middle of a clearing, focusing; like he was meditating. It had been four days since Vergil's attack; and no one has seen any hide or hair of him. Dante told the guild that if Vergil is spotted, do NOT engage him; just tell Dante and let him handle it; though most were not comfortable with that.

Ever since then, Dante has felt a great rush in power. He remembered Lucy and Happy telling him after Vergil stabbed him, he transformed into some kind of demon; and that Vergil said "A Devil inside him has awakened". Dante could only assume his demon blood was now starting to act up. Now Dante was in the East Forest wanting to test out his new skills, to see just what he could do.

Dante quickly pulled out Rebellion and begun to swing it around at a pace so rapid, it looked like the blade was invisible with some bright streaks of metal. He continued to swing it faster and faster that the blade begun to glow red. Dante made a large horizontal slice that sent a red energy wave from his sword and slice through several trees.

Dante jumped high into the air, accompanied by a red aura that sent him higher than he ever jumped before. He sliced his sword again and sent more red energy waves into the woods below as he fell, clearing out most of the trees.

He landed in the centre with a smile.

Dante: Cerberus! 

Dante now quipped his Ice Nunchucks and began to swing them in various fashions. He swung two of the three prongs in front of himself and sent a volley of ice shards forward, tearing through the trees. He then slammed Cerberus onto the ground on the other side, creating a long line of ice spikes that sprung from the ground and cleared out even more trees.

Dante: Nevan! 

Dante pulled out his electric scythe and swung it in a similar fashion to his sword, even allowed it to circle on his back like a helicopter before grabbing it again and shooting straight into the air with a large bolt of purple lightning that could put Laxus to shame.

Dante: Agni! Rudra!

Dante now wielded his red fire blade, and blue wind blade. He began to circle Agni in his right hand, creating a circle of fire; while doing the same thing with Rudra in his left hand, creating a circle of wind. He sent both circles forward that flew out and came together, resulting in a massive explosion of fire and wind.

Now it was time for Dante to try something new; his weapons seemed to have gotten upgrade, so why not him?

Dante: Doppelgänger! 

Three puffs of dark smoke surrounded him, and three grey-skinned copies of himself materialized. Dante punched and kicked, causing his doubles to mirror his actions; he jumped high in the air, they did as well; he drew Rebellion, as did they. They both fell to the ground at rapid pace and all slammed their blades onto the earth, creating a small tremor that shook most of the forest.

Dante: Quicksilver!

There was a cyan glow around Dante before he vanished. A red blur circled the remaining dozens of trees around him before Dante soon reappeared where he vanished. He snapped his fingers, and the trees fell apart into several smaller, square-shaped, pieces.

???: Quite theatrical. 

Dante turned around to the source of the voice. It was Porlyusica holding her broom like she was wielding a weapon.

Porlyusica: If you're going to act so destructive, then please take it to that guild hall, and not my home.

Dante: Sorry grandma. I'll be on my way then.

He put away his sword and begun to walk away.

Porlyusica: You're as quick-witted as your father, son of Sparda. 

As soon as Porlyusica said that, Dante stopped in his tracks. 

Dante: How did-

Porlyusica: That sword. It was his, I've seen him use it quite often. But it's that look in your eyes, I've seen that look in his eyes before as well. 

Dante: So you knew my old man, huh? 

Porlyusica: (nod)  I did. One of the few beings that I respected, it was upsetting to hear of his death. Though I can't quite understand his reasons for protecting humans so much. 

Dante: What do ya have against humans? 

Porlyusica: All they know is violence, rather than sit and talk about their problems, they let their fists do the talking, it's a never-ending cycle of violence that they don't even try to stop. 

Dante: Can't argue with you there. But there are good people out there, my mother being a prime example.

Porlyusica: (sigh) Whatever the case, I'm quite sure your brother has a similar opinion on humans as well.

Dante: So you know about him too? 

Porlyusica: I saw your battle a few days ago. 

Porlyusica actually looked sorrowful for a brief moment. 

Porlyusica: How can someone who bares the same blood as Sparda be so vile?

Dante: Must be that power he's looking for; not quite sure. (slight chuckle) And we're supposed to be twins.

Porlyusica: So what do you plan to do? It's obvious you are going to try and stop him, but can you? Even with that little power boost you have, it might still not be enough.

Dante: Won't know until I tried. (walks away) 

Porlyusica: Your father said that quite often too. 

Dante gave a wave as he walked out of the forest.

Guild Hall

Trish was busy drinking at a nearby table with Kat until a group of wizards consisting of Natsu, Erza, Gray, Lucy, Wendy, Happy, and Carla approached her.

Kat: You guys want something? 

Wendy: Do you know where Dante is? 

Trish: Probably off training somewhere. 

Erza: He must be preparing himself if he were to cross paths with Vergil again. 

Natsu: I hope we see that guy again. That guy's got some serious nerve, and I'm gonna enjoy pounding it out of him.

Trish: You'd be lucky if your head is still attached your body when he's done with you. 

This earned a glare from Natsu.

Gray: Not if I got we got his back. I owe him some payback too.

Lucy: Got that right. If Vergil show's his face again...

Kat: He'll kill all of you without a second thought.

That statement got some surprise looks from them.

Trish: Even if you got Erza here with you; I doubt even she could beat him. 

Natsu: Hey! Are you saying Fairy Tail's weak?! You watch your mouth! 

Kat: We're not! You guys are good, but Vergil's better.

Natsu's anger was still present. 

Erza: How strong would you say Vergil is compared to Dante?

Trish: Let me put it this way; every time those two fought, Dante lost. Badly. 

Everyone was obviously shocked to hear that. 

Happy: (nervous) Are you serious? 

Wendy: Is he really that much stronger than him? 

Carla: I still find it hard to believe that Dante is the son of Sparda. 

Trish: Believe it cat.

Happy: But wouldn't that also mean Vergil is Sparda's son too?

Kat: We did say that they're twins.  

Lucy: But if he's the son of someone like Sparda, how can he be so power-hungry? And what can he have to gain by trying to kill his own brother?!

Erza: Being part of the same family as someone doesn't generally mean they'll all follow the same path. 

Erza's mind flashing to Makarov, Ivan, and Laxus.

Wendy: But I'd still like to know why he'd do something like this. 

Carla: No child. I will not allow you near that man.

Wendy: But-

Trish: She's right. 

Wendy had a surprise look. 

Trish: Vergil is not the kind of guy who will hear someone out, and even if you're still a kid, I doubt he'd kill you without any regret. 

That surprised everyone.

Natsu & Gray: Are you serious?!

Lucy: He'd even kill Wendy?! 

Kat: (looks down sad) If he finds it necessary.

Wendy herself began to shake, with Carla looking at her with concern evident in her face . Erza put a protective hand on the young girl's shoulder to calm Wendy down a bit.

Natsu: (thoughts) Vergil. (clenched his fist; remembering that man's face) If I see him, I don't care what Dante says; I'm gonna kick his ass so hard, he's gonna feel it in the afterlife.

Southgate Park.

Team Shadowgear has just arrived in Magnolia after completing a job; they were quite satisfied with out it turned out.

Jet: (putting his hands behind his head) Man that was the easiest job I ever took.

Droy: Well do you expect? We're Team Shadowgear. 

Levy: Just try not to let it get to your heads boys. 

This resulting in some laughs amongst the friends.

???: Yes, confidence leads to pride before the downfall.

They stopped walking and turned to the source of the voice, it was Vergil leaning against the Sola Tree with his arms crossed.

Droy: What the...?

Jet: Who's this guy?

Levy looked and saw this man's face looked almost exactly like Dante, then she remembered what Lucy told her. 

Levy: Wait, that's Dante's brother; Vergil! 

Vergil: (stood up from the tree) Yes, that is my name.

Droy: (scowled) What the hell do you want?

Vergil: I can sense some hostility in your voice. 

Jet: What did you expect?! After what you tried to do to Dante, there's no way we'd give you a warm welcome! 

Vergil: I don't see how the affairs of my brother and I are of any concern to you. 

Levy: He's a member of our guild! A member of our family!

Vergil: Aw yes, so I hear. It's quite evident that my brother has likely told you of our father, Sparda. So you must know, if you choose to attack me; you'd fall quite easily. 

???: And you say they're cocky.

Vergil turned around to see two more of Fairy Tail's wizards enter the park.

Macao: This guy's got some attitude if I've ever seen one. 

Wakaba: I think somebody needs to teach him a lesson. Wouldn't you guys agree?

Jet: Got that right. 

Jet and Droy readied themselves with Macao and Wakaba. 

Levy: Hold on guys, didn't Dante say not to fight this guy? 

Droy: Well Dante isn't here. Besides we gotta let him know...

Jet: He can't mess with Fairy Tail. 

Vergil gave an amused grin. 

Jet: Yeah that's right. Go ahead and act tough, while you still can! 

Jet quickly zoomed right into Vergil, knocking him back. Droy then threw some seeds towards Vergil. 

Droy: Knuckle Plant!  

Several green vines sprouted from the ground with fists on the end and smack Vergil across the body.

Wakaba: Smoke Crush! 

Wakaba's pipe had pink smoke come out of it, which took the form of multiple projectiles that slammed into Vergil as well. 

Macao: Purple Net! 

Macao then casted ropes of purple fire that ensnared Vergil's arms and legs, holding him in place, before Jet zoomed in front of Vergil.

Jet: Falcon Heaven Sword! 

Jet slammed into Vergil which sent him skidding on the ground with his feet, he kneeled down onto the ground when he stopped. 

Droy: You had enough yet?

Jet: What happened to the tough-guy act? 

Macao: Don't tell me you're all talk. 

Vergil actually gave small chuckle as he slowly rose to his feet. 

Wakaba: What's so funny you punk? 

Vergil: Is that all? Because in all honestly, that felt like nothing more than a breeze. 

He didn't have so much as a scratch on him. Levy looked with honest shock. 

Levy's mind: How? Not even the smallest bruise? I know he's strong but...

Macao: What, you want some more? 

Vergil: No. I've had my fill, you four aren't worth killing. 

They all glared at him.  

Vergil: Maybe it's time you know exactly who you're dealing with. 

Before they knew it, Vergil had zoomed past them at a speed that surpassed Jet's, with his katana, Yamato, unsheathed. Two seconds later, an explosion erupted from the ground, launching the four wizards into the air.

The next thing they saw was Vergil already high in the sky, he quickly slammed his foot down onto Jet and slammed him into the ground, creating a large impression. 

Vergil then grabbed Droy by the hair before he landed and threw him into tree, causing it to completely up root. Macao had already landed and scowled at Vergil.

Macao: Purple Rain!

Macao shot a multitude of purple fireballs towards Vergil, but he zoomed past them with out getting burnt in the slightest. Before Macao knew it, Vergil was behind him and gave a downward slash with his blade. The force sent Macao flying, with a large cut on his back.

Vergil then thrusted his blade backwards, hoping to hit Wakaba, only for what he hit to vanish into a puff of pink smoke. Vergil looked around him to see he was surrounded by multiple smoke clones of Wakaba.

Vergil: Clever. But not clever enough.

Vergil circled with his blade and sent a round blue energy wave that impacted all the clones and the original Wakaba, sending him rolling across the ground.

Levy looked in terror and fell to her knees at the sight of only a fraction of Vergil's power, as the unconscious bodies of Jet, Droy, Macao, and Wakaba lay around him. He turned slightly to Levy, one look from his eyes made her tremble.

Levy tried to stand up and muster some courage.

Vergil: I would advise against what you're planning. 

Levy: I won't go down so easily. Solid Script: Hole! 

A hole had formed directly under Vergil, but he zoomed far away from it before gravity took it's course. 

Levy: Solid Script: Fire!

The word 'Fire' formed in front of Levy before a large stream of blue fire was sent towards Vergil. He merely spun his blade in front of him like a helicopter, causing the flames to blow around him, without even the slightest burn.

Levy's heart began to race even further as Vergil slowly approached her. Getting desperate, she decided to throw all she could at him.

Levy: Solid Script: Iron! Wood! Stone! 

Vergil kept walking as he nonchalantly sliced through all the objects that Levy tossed at him like they were nothing, causing Levy to become absolutely terrified. 

Levy: Sol-

Before she could finish, Vergil suddenly appeared directly in front of her and covered her mouth with his hand. He lifted her up into the air using that same hand, still keeping her mouth covered. 

Levy: Mmmph! 

She grunted as her eyes trembled, looking into his cold, dark eyes. 

Vergil: That's quite enough. 

Vergil delivered the back of his sword's handle to her gut, knocking her unconscious. Vergil let go and let her fall to the ground. He then picked her up and threw her over his shoulder.

The Blue-Clad swordsman then began to walk out of town with his captive.

Vergil's mind: One down. Let's see what makes this guild so special, brother.

Chapter 9 ended.