Astaroth's dates

Haha, I didn't expect you to take me here.

But I get it... Carousel and Ferris wheel... Every little girl loves them.

"Little girl" is rather a word for Rotania, right?

Now when I think about it, it actually fits her pretty well...

I kind of like it... I like it so much that I'd like to destroy it!

Imagine a Ferris wheel cut into half but still suspends in mid-air... And the sharp creaking sound made by the ruined carousel...

Isn't that the utmost beauty?

Anyway, it might not be a bad idea to visit such a place before everything eventually becomes the past.

Many years ago, my entire kingdom was my own amusement park... Putting it like that, should I put on a happy face?

So, which part of this place should I destroy first?

Do you have a problem with that? Starting from this place, I will corrupt the entire world with my demonic power, break humans' romantic lies, and watch them flee like rats...

Isn't that the perfect amusement we are here to have?

What's that look on your face? Do you actually want to die in my hands?

Oh? Are you offering this place to me before this world comes to an end?

What do you desire in return? Do you want to die in my hands before the darkness devours everything?

You are indeed different from the other humans I've met.

But that's far from enough. You are a foolish, greedy human, after all.

I will go to the underworld with no one but my Barney!

Very well. Make sure you do your best.

The more you humans fight back,

the more pleasure I will have.

My wish? I don't have anything like that.

I'd prefer you to call that my fate.

And my fate lies in destruction.

Huh? Why are you looking so surprised?

Well, I know we have a deal. At least for now...

But I represent the absolute evil, and you... You are probably trying to become an envoy of goodness or whatever stupid things like that.

You can say whatever you want. It doesn't change the result. This world will be doomed.

You will face my wrath. It's too late to beg for my mercy.

You are a real hypocrite, aren't you? Heh heh.

It's been a while since the last time someone tried so hard to fool me. I'm actually glad that you did.

But of course, don't get any unrealistic expectations.

The fate of this world is to be shattered in my hands.

Everything living in this world will share my fate and fall into the abyss of eternal darkness.

Huh?

Can't you see my smile?

"Looking forward" is such an understatement...

I've been waiting too long, and I can't wait to put an end to all of this.

To end this world will be the only way to renew it...

And the same goes for me...

The next time we meet... Perhaps it will be the end of the world.

We meet again. It gives me a headache to see the world hasn't been torn apart.

This place didn't change at all. Its meaningless prosperity is nothing but a fake...

There's no happiness here. Not at all.

I used to believe happiness could make up for what had been lost...

But that's not true.

It wasn't before. And it isn't today.

What are you trying to pry into?

Everyone who witnessed the magnificence of that time has died.

I've thought it through.

This place is completely broken. Everything here is nothing but obstacles.

A new homeland will emerge from the underworld. Nobody but Barney and I will be left in this world...

You are smarter than I thought. But it wasn't totally like that.

I might want to take you with me into the inferno abyss. That way, you can never escape again.

Am I being too greedy?

I like your bluntness.

But I'm afraid either saving the world or stealing Barney from me is beyond her power.

She has indeed caused some trouble for me.

I can simply kill her, I guess.

Do you see that altar over there? One day, I will step onto it and finish everyone who gets in my way.

Important? Maybe.

When I was a human, all of my happiness, torments, fear, despair... They offered all of my emotions to the demons... right over there.

Should I put on a sad face now? Like this?

Because that's where a sacrifice goes.

The world will be the way it deserves to be.

The moment I reopened my eyes, I couldn't wait to return to Canaan.

It was a living hell that I'd never seen...

But then I found a way to save this world.

It was nothing but human nature. You obey the irresistible fate while blaming their own misfortunes on others... and thus unleash your rage at the weak...

Greedy, selfish and foolish humans... I almost felt the emotion you called hatred.

In actuality... humans are controlled by their desires and ignorance. You are merely insects to be wiped out.

War? You only see things on the surface.

The filthiness of human nature hides under its cover of cruelty.

Have you ever had doubts?

What happened to Canaan... Isn't history always repeating itself?

But one thing is certain: there is only one Astaroth, who will doom this world. Hehe.

Such idealism only proves how innocent you are.

It reminds me of Barney. It was his innocence that made us who we are today...

Our souls have been soaked in fresh blood.

I've heard those words many times.

Should I praise you for your innocence? You are adorable.

Hmm... I probably said something I shouldn't.

Talking with you too much might expose my secrets.

This audience is over. I'll summon you again when you are needed.

I didn't expect to meet you here.

Are you trying to convince me with your fake enthusiasm?

You will be disappointed.

So, are you trying to share your past memories? A for effort, I guess. I'll add a few minutes to the countdown to the doomsday.

It's indeed a good place for a nice chat.

I'll grant you another chance to prove your sincerity.

Then they should enjoy their last comfort and leisure.

The only way to make me feel cozy is to kill them all.

But before that, I want to ask you something.

I need to know some secrets. But I doubt if you will remain loyal to me forever.

Or perhaps, I should simply carve your heart out and interrogate your soul for that answer.

Humans always overestimate themselves.

Will you be truly honest with me?

I can trust you, right?

It's probably the best for you.

They should worry about themselves rather than the fate of this world.

I enjoy watching smiles disappear from their faces. It gives me thrills.

Hold on a second... You've been looking around all this time. So I am curious...

What are you looking at?

There will be consequences if you don't focus when talking to me!

Is that so? But if I follow your gaze...

Aww, what a pretty girl. I can smell her delicious soul from here. Even I can't stop looking at her. Hehe.

Should I cut her head off and take it home? It will make a fine piece of art. Pretty things should last forever, don't you agree?

But I remain unconvinced.

You were probably taking peeks at some girl...

I like that face you make when you are surprised.

Well, my plan was to first destroy the world and then spend the rest of my life in the purgatory.

What should I do with you? This is not what I expected.

You should kneel and praise me for my kindness!

But this is no big deal.

There won't be any changes to my plan.

I don't think you understand the situation.

The crumbling world is waiting for a destined final blow. Its destruction is its salvation. A new beginning can only begin in its doom.

Should I remind you who the boss of the new world is?

All you need to do is say yes!

Darn it! I've been under your influence for too long. Almost forgot the important matter...

As far as I know, you are in close contact with many Radiants. I'm positive you know much secret information.

How interesting. Are you trying to make a deal with me?

But I'm afraid I don't have anything else to offer you.

Are you craving for my demon body? Or perhaps my heart and my soul? What do you desire?

Shh... I don't mind if someone else hears it.

But I prefer to keep it as a secret between you and me.

I know you'll find a better way to convey that information.

I mean... Next time, shall we meet in the underworld? Hehe.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you.