"Hail Virex, the great Tarath!"
The legion of demons from the Kingdom of Aeriel yelled in front of the Demon Emperor's palace as they beat drums. Demons from other kingdoms were present but stood at different corners, yelling their welcome, though not as enthusiastically as the winged demons. Some winged demons flew in the sky, shouting their greetings.
The other three kings stood together with their legions near the entrance of the Demon Emperor's palace. Their faces were nonchalant about the coronation; they didn't like Virex and didn't want him to be the emperor. However, none of the kings dared to duel to the death with Virex, but it was mandatory to attend.
The kings were King Aquari of the Aquatic Kingdom, King Daux of Bezoril, and King Leviusion of Fireitren.
Performances by demons and demonesses took place at different corners of the palace.
Suddenly, the sky darkened as a new legion of winged demons descended with a thunderous roar. The ground trembled as they landed, their huge black wings unfurling with pride. Their eyes, fully black, glinted with fierce determination, and their fit, muscular bodies exuded power. This was the Fortress clan, the most powerful in Aeriel, and Virex was among them.
As the dust settled, a deafening silence fell over the crowd. Then, with a mighty flap of his wings, Virex descended from the sky. His landing was nothing short of spectacular—a great bang echoed through the air as his feet hit the ground, sending shockwaves that rippled through the earth. He landed in a crouch, his knees bent, and his wings spread wide, casting an imposing shadow.
Slowly, Virex rose to his full height, his massive wings folding gracefully behind him. Dust swirled around him, creating an ethereal aura. He flexed his powerful arms backward, stretching his muscles, and the sound of his bones crackling echoed like distant thunder. With a deliberate motion, he cracked his neck, the sharp sound cutting through the silence.
Every eye was on him, captivated by his presence. Virex's black eyes scanned the crowd, his gaze intense and unwavering. He exuded an aura of dominance and authority, a true embodiment of the power and majesty of the winged demons.
Virex, a striking figure with a powerful, muscular build, exuded strength and dominance. His body was sculpted with thick, well-defined muscles, and his presence was imposing. His vast, majestic wings were covered in sleek, midnight-black feathers that shimmered with an iridescent sheen, creating an awe-inspiring sight when unfurled.
Virex's eyes were entirely black, giving him an otherworldly and intimidating gaze. His sharp, chiseled features and strong jawline were framed by thick, unruly waves of dark hair, adding a touch of wildness to his otherwise regal appearance.
As he saw the kings at the entrance, he sneered at their displeased faces and walked towards them with his legion. He spread his hands, "Why does it feel like my presence is not welcomed by the three kings? I'm not stealing the throne; it's rightfully mine," he said as he approached them.
"Hm!" King Aquari said, pissed as he looked away.
Virex looked at him from under his eyes, then grinned before addressing the others, "Before now, I called for a duel to the death for Tarath's throne, but none of you agreed, so it means that I won."
Then he turned back to King Aquari, "But... even though other kings are displeased with my presence, King Aquari, you don't have the right to be. Aquatic demons are the weakest of all demons with only a lifespan of 5,000 years. I see new King Aquaris every time I blink my eyes; you shouldn't dream of becoming Tarath," he said.
"Hail Virex, the Tarath!" King Leviusion yelled with an air of loyalty, his hands crossed and placed on his chest.
"Ha! That is how it should be done," Virex said, turning to King Daux, who still looked nonchalant and was looking elsewhere.
"I am here, King Daux," Virex glared at him.
"King Virex, make way to your throne as you wish. I am not an obstacle," King Daux said without looking at him or looking down.
"It's Tarath, not king," Virex said in a low, menacing voice, leaning close to King Daux's face.
King Daux looked at him defiantly, "King Virex."
Virex leaned in further, staring straight into his eyes, "I know what is good for you," he said before walking away with his legions into the demonic palace, a frown on his face.
The kings then walked inside.
"You should have respected him and dropped your pride, King Daux. He will come up with silly and dreadful ideas when he is crowned," King Leviusion said as he walked forward.
"If your subjects heard what you did then and what you just said, they would have lost hope already. It's no wonder clans are always fighting each other in your kingdom. I am a demon with a short lifespan, but while I'm alive, I'll protect and keep my demons' pride at all costs," King Aquari said.
"Well spoken, King Aquari," King Daux replied.
"I can't be with you both; I will be doomed," King Leviusion said as he walked ahead angrily.
King Aquari walked closer to King Daux and spoke in a low tone, "King Daux, I know you are one to not put down your pride, however, there are always reasons. What is it?"
"Ha! You will see," King Daux said with a grin.
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The loud cheers of the winged demons increased as Virex walked up the stony stairs to the throne. At each step, a demon lay prostrate, and he stepped on them as he ascended.
Finally, he stood before the throne. Smiling widely, he sat down comfortably.
"Hail Virex, the Tarath!" The cheers grew louder, and the drumbeats intensified.
Suddenly, thunder struck Virex repeatedly, and the demons fell silent. A powerful force pushed him out of the throne, causing him to stumble down the stairs.
King Daux laughed stiffly.
"What is happening?" King Aquari asked.
Red and gold light essence began to flow through the throne from different corners of the demonic palace. The light was so bright that the demons closed their eyes to avoid being blinded.
"I, King Baeun Daux, always study the skies for great occurrences. Tarath has been reborn today; he is a gold fox demon! All hail Tarath!" he yelled with all his strength.
The demons hesitated before they cheered, "All hail Tarath!"