As Kyoya's group was with Loropechika, they began to explain exactly what happened. After being filled in on the situation, Loropechika decided to pick up from where she left off in their last conversation.

"I'm glad that you all managed to protect my kingdom, but this experience can also serve as a wake up call. Those strange demonic beasts, that one mage from the Spade Kingdom, there will soon be opponents even stronger than them appearing. That's why....i'd like to ally with the Clover Kingdom and defeat Megicula."

The group was shocked as they heard this. After the previous battle, it was guaranteed that they need to train in order to prepare to fight devils. As the group was in shock, Kyoya took a step forward.

"Loropechika, i'll do it. I don't know if everyone will agree with me but I need to take down these devils, especially.......the one you just mentioned. This may be greedy of me to answer without considering the others feelings, but i'm going to fight!!!!"

The room was silent by Kyoya's outburst. However, Asta soon stood next to Kyoya. As he puts a hand on his superior's back, Asta had a smile on his face.

"Same here! I'm going to train like crazy and take down this devil!!!!!"

"We don't have the authority to agree. So I decided to bring this along."

As Mimosa said this, she brought out a magic communication tool that was linked to Marx and Julius. As she used it, a hologram of Marx and Julius was seen. Seeing this, Kyoya explained the situation to the Wizard King and his assistant. After hearing all the details, Julius looked at everyone present.

"I see. So that's the situation. Then I think we should help the Heart Kingdom. After all, if this devil did succeed in killing the queen then they might come after our own kingdom next. Queen Loropechika, you have the Clover Kingdom's support."

"Thank goodness, but with how things are now you would all die easily. Especially since the devils we're facing are a lot stronger than the one you all faced. The devil Megicula is residing in the Spade Kingdom, using the people their to build up his power just for the sake of storming the Heart, Clover, and other kingdoms. Currently my curse will kill me in one year. Before my power fades, I want to attack the Spade Kingdom from here. We have half a year.....even if its just a little, we need your fighting power. Please gather those with potential to fight a devil. I want you all to train and after half a year....we'll attack the Spade Kingdom together!"

After hearing this, everyone agreed with Loropechika. This problem was a lot bigger than they expected and they need to do something about it. After hearing this, Julius said he will inform all of the magic knight squads as he hangs up the communication device.

"Finral, send us back to the Clover Kingdom."

"Huh....s-sure."

Finral did as Kyoya requested and opened a portal back to the Clover Kingdom. As they all left, Loropechika was now thinking to herself as her guests left the Heart Kingdom.

"Asta and Kyoya Fullbuster......those two may be our best chance at winning the long battle ahead of us."

~In the Clover Kingdom~
Kyoya and the group were now back at the port where they first set off to the Heart Kingdom. When they arrived, Mimosa hurried to her squad as Kyoya and the others were heading back to the hideout. When they did, they saw that the hideout was as noisy as ever.

"Sup ya bastards. You're lucky you came back when I finished taking a dump. Now you can fill me in on what happened."

"Of course. When we travelled to the Heart Kingdom, we learned the Queen was cursed by a devil. Not only that, she has a year left to live if nothing is done."

Soon Kyoya began to tell Yami everything that happened during the investigation in the Heart Kingdom. As he finished explaining, he saw Yami nodding his head as he got the gist of it. Soon he took his cigarette out of his mouth as he looked at his squad.

"Okay I think I got the gist of it. For the next six months, i'm letting the Black Bulls run loose. That means you'll get to go wherever you want and with whoever you want. Train like your life depends on it, cause if you don't i'll kill you. Now usually I would tell you this in the heat of a battle, but six months is plenty of time. Surpass your limits, Black Bulls!!!!!"

"Yes sir!!!!!!!!"

~Meanwhile~
"Kufufu, it seems we have a future war ahead of us."

As Julius looks ahead, he saw Mukuro standing before him. Seeing the illusionist, Julius had a serious look on his face.

"Listen Mukuro, its because of this that you get to roam free. We need a capable fighter like you to fight. So wi-"

"Of course i'll fight. Knowing a certain ice mage, he's probably off to find the strongest person he knows to train him. I don't plan on being left behind. That's why i'm also going to train. But after this war is over.....i'll do whatever I please."

As Mukuro said this, he left the room as he passed by someone wearing a cloak that walked into the room where Julius was. While Mukuro left the building, he saw someone waiting for him. As he looked at the man, he merely laughed as he felt a strange sensation in his chest.

"Kufufu. To think another Child of Sin would be here. So then, I take it Echidna has something to do with this."

"You could say that, Mukuro Rokudo. As for who I am.....i'm the person who's going to train you for the next six months. Now come, it's time for us to start training."

~With Julius~
As Julius was still sitting in his office, he was waiting for someone he wanted to speak to. When he looked at the door, he saw someone wearing cloak walk inside. Seeing this individual, he had a small smile on his face.

"Well, your sentence has ended and you're free to do as you please. So then, what will you do now?"

"Will Kyoya Fullbuster be fighting in this battle you mentioned?"

"Yes.....in fact, Asta and himself may be our trump cards in this battle. So it's safe to say he is necessary. So then, what is it you will do?"

The individual was silent for a moment. They were deep in thought on what to do. After arriving at their answer, they had one thing to say as they took off their cloak.

"Please, let me fight beside Kyoya Fullbuster. Help me get stronger."

"I was hoping you'd say that. Well then, it's an honor to be your mentor. Let's do our best, Ultear."

~At Ultime-Volcano~
Mereoleona was seen at the peak of the volcano. As she was standing on the peak, she defeated a few magical beasts that were in the area. However, she sensed someone's mana approaching her.

"Who's there?! Show yourself now or i'll burn you to a crisp!!!!!"

"I'm sorry!!!!!"

"Wait a minute.....you were with the Royal Knights, Juvia Lockser, if I remember correctly."

Juvia looked at Mereoleona as the woman glared at her. As Mereoleona looked at the young lady, she noticed that the girl had a lot of potential. Not to mention that she was one of the few people who was reincarnated as an elf. Before she could say anything, Juvia started the conversation.

"Please train me, Mereoleona!!!!!!!"

"Hmph. Why should I train a weakling like you? Last time I check, usually all of your excellent performances only happened because that ice mage was with you. Without him fighting by your side, what worth do you ha-"

"That's why I want to train!!!!! I know that I can't rely on Kyoya forever, but for once....I want him to rely on me. I want to be stronger but it's not only to prove myself to him, but to myself! At the end of the day, i'm a magic knight and I want to be strong enough to show that i'm worthy of that title!!!!"

Soon the next few moments were filled with silence. While Juvia had a calm expression, she was mentally panicking on the inside. She just talked back to Mereoleona of all people!

"Fine then, just know that you better be prepared to fight for your life. You're about to have your own personal hell with my training."

"Heh.....I wouldn't have it any other way."

~In Sun Village~
Benimaru was seen standing outside of his home. While he was waiting, he saw one person walking towards him. As he turned to that individual's direction, he had a smile on his face as he looked at them.

"You're late, Kyoya."

"Sorry Benimaru, my captain just let the squad loose so now everyone is off to train. So then.....will you train?"

"I wouldn't be here if I wasn't. Now then, let's do this. Prepare for six months in hell."

As Benimaru got in a fighting stance, Kyoya had his Devil Slayer markings appear on his right arm. Six months, he needs to get stronger during this time to fight the devils. With a smile on his face, Kyoya said one thing.

"Well then, it's time I surpass my limits!!!!!!!!"

~Meanwhile~
Inside of the Spade Kingdom was a large castle. Deep down the castle, was a cell containing one creature. As the creature was inside of its cell, it slowly began to open its eyes. When it was wide awake, flames engulfed its body. This creature.....was E.N.D.

The investigation of the Heart Kingdom was a success but now a bigger threat emerges from the shadows. Everyone must surpass their limits for the fight ahead, or else death is all that awaits them.

~Six Months Later~