Crossover Anime: The Bull Demon's Road to Conquest

"The dragon among dragons, the true Crimson Dragon God Emperor, the Great Red."

Sazex explained to Niu Kun, "He voluntarily lives in the spacetime rift, soaring there forever."

Everyone was stunned by the colossal dragon that seemed to stretch across the sky. Niu Kun was the first to look away, then turned to Orpheus and asked, "So... Lord Orpheus, what is your purpose...?"

“I will one day regain my silence.”

Orpheus looked up at the phantom of the crimson dragon projected in the sky, shook his finger, and said with a soft smile.

"Oh, before you regain your peace and quiet, would you like to stay at my house for a while?"

Niu Kun extended the invitation very frankly. Orpheus looked up at Niu Kun, blinked, and asked, "Demon from beyond the realm, what is your purpose?"

"Me? Hmm... Of course, I'll build a huge harem, gathering all kinds of beautiful women, including... you, Lord Orpheus."

Everyone present was momentarily dazed, some even thinking they had misheard.

"...To build a harem?"

Orpheus blinked, muttered something in confusion, then shook his head slightly and said, "I have no interest. I only want to return to my homeland and reclaim the eternal silence."

"Silence...why must it be silence?"

Niu Kun went straight to Orpheus and even reached out to stroke her hair. Orpheus's hair was as smooth as the finest silk in the world.

"Because this world is boring."

Orpheus did not resist Niu Kun's caresses, but answered calmly.

"Boring? How could it be boring?"

Having succeeded in stroking her, Niu Kun went even further and pulled Orpheus into his arms. Orpheus, full of doubt, still did not resist, perhaps because she had never seen anyone so disrespectful to her.

"As you know, I am a demon from beyond this realm. I have been to many places and have seen many wondrous worlds and customs. Would you... like to come with me to see other worlds?"

Niu Kun hugged Orpheus and coaxed her gently.

"Other worlds?"

Orpheus remained silent for a moment, a strange light seeming to appear in his eyes, but he still did not make a decision.

"There's no need to rush into a decision. Since you can't go back right now anyway, why don't you come back with me first and think it over carefully?"

Niu Kun smiled like a human trafficker, while Orpheus remained silent for a moment before nodding slightly in agreement.

"This...this works?"

Azazel stared wide-eyed at the scene before him, finding it hard to believe that Orpheus had been so easily abducted by Niu Kun.

"In that case... I'll have to entrust Orpheus to Brother Sagiri for now."

"Don't worry, I will take good care of Orpheus."

Niu Kun hadn't expected to succeed so easily. He immediately picked up the bewildered Orpheus and, led by Gurefia, left the area.

[Phase Five: The Calamity Clan's Scheme.]

--Task Update--

[Update Details: The Calamity Clan, nominally led by the 'Infinite Dragon God' Orpheus, is actually a loosely organized group with its own hidden agendas. The various factions within the organization are like chaotic demons from the abyss. The host has successfully abducted Orpheus, the leader of the Calamity Clan, thus completing this stage of the mission.]

[Phase Five Completed: The Host has defeated the Calamity Gang.]

[Stage Quest Rewards: Increased World Erosion Level, Fully Unlocked Personal Strength, Complete Removal of Equipment and Item Restrictions, Ability to Summon Another Familiar Witch from the Labyrinth Ruins, and Obtain the Forbidden Skill 'Tyrant Dragon Trident'.]

[Phase Six of the mission is now available.]

--Task Update--

[Stage Quest Six: Become the Demon of Demons, the Lord of the World!]

[Detailed Explanation of the Stage Mission: Host, your fame has already spread far and wide, and even powerful figures from other forces are paying close attention to you. But this is not enough, far from enough. You must become the most powerful demon among all demons, the ruler of the entire Demon High School world.]

[Stage Quest Rewards: World Erosion Level Greatly Increased, Personal Strength Enhanced to Tier 6, Main Quest Completed, Obtain the 'Abyss Tyrant Dragon' Advanced Form 'Abyss Inferno - Tyrant Dragon Demon God'.]

[Time limit for this phase of the task: None.]

Chapter 545 Transition

How can kidnapping the leader of the Calamity Gang not be considered defeating the Calamity Gang?

After all, the entire Horror Brigade was originally established because of Orpheus. However, according to Esdeath and the others' reports, the Horror Brigade was indeed in chaos for a time after Orpheus was kidnapped by Ushikun.

However, the organization of the Calamity Clan was originally very fragmented. Although they all seemed to respect Orpheus as their leader, they were actually just using the divine power bestowed by Orpheus to plot for themselves.

So after a period of chaos, the Calamity Gang stabilized again. Although there was no leader, the existing members did not intend to disband the Calamity Gang. Even without a leader, they planned to maintain it for the time being.

Different factions also intend to use the Calamity Clan as a platform for communication and cooperation. Perhaps a new leader will be elected in the future, but no one has stepped forward to take up the banner of the Calamity Clan yet.

After thwarting the conspiracy of the Calamity Gang once again and abducting their leader, Orpheus, with just a few words, Niu Kun's reputation soared, making any ambitious person who wanted to cause trouble take him seriously.

"This will be your room from now on. How is it? Do you like it?"

Stroking the girl's soft, delicate black hair, Niu Kun asked with a smile, but unfortunately, Orpheus didn't appreciate it and replied with an indifferent expression.

"This kind of thing doesn't matter."

"Smile! Don't always have a long face. Pretty girls should show their smiles more often."

Niu Kun pretended to be dissatisfied with Orpheus's attitude and reached out to 'squeak' the little girl's face, while Orpheus looked at Niu Kun calmly, without showing any anger.

"Alright, alright, is this how you treat a little girl?"

However, Rias pushed Niu Kun away with some dissatisfaction, even though she knew that Orpheus was the Infinite Dragon God who had lived for an unknown amount of time.

But her delicate and fragile appearance still touched Rias's saintly heart.

"Um... Your Majesty Orpheus, if there's anything you want, you can tell my sister... cough cough, you can tell me later."

Rias, who instinctively wanted to call herself the older sister, quickly realized her mistake. However, considering that she would be living with this girl who was extremely powerful and of high status in the future, Rias thought it best to try to build a good relationship with her.

"I want to go home."

With a blank expression, Orpheus answered very frankly and directly.

"...This...is not possible at the moment."

Rias's lips twitched slightly. If Orpheus couldn't go back on his own, she certainly couldn't help him get home. She looked at Niu Kun with a slightly embarrassed expression.

"Oh, that's easy. When I become successful in the future, I'll drive that red lizard out and avenge you, how about that?"

Niu Kun patted his chest and assured Orpheus, but it sounded more like he was just bragging. Orpheus didn't react yet, but Rias couldn't help but want to cover her face.

"Don't make empty promises or boasts!"

Rias poked Niu Kun's lower back and couldn't help but whisper, even though she knew Niu Kun was a demon lord from beyond the realm, she still didn't think Niu Kun could deal with the Great Red.

Of course, with Niu Kun's current strength, he really can't deal with the Great Red. After completing the fifth stage mission, Niu Kun's strength has been fully unlocked, but even if it is fully unlocked, Niu Kun's strength is only at the lower level of the fifth rank.

Although Niu Kun could unleash the power of a sixth-tier being when he was at full strength, including in his Abyss Tyrant form, he was still not confident in his ability to fight against the True Crimson Dragon God Emperor. However, this did not prevent Niu Kun from exaggerating a little.

"It's alright. Once I become the ruler of the underworld, and even the entire world, I'll be able to kick out the Great Red."

Niu Kun said confidently, but Rias was not quite convinced. However, as Niu Kun's familiar witch, she could only shrug and helplessly agree.

Although Orpheus's identity is awe-inspiring, her exquisite and flawless appearance, her emotionless demeanor, and her seemingly small and frail physique still make her very popular and beloved by the other girls.

After getting to know her, the girls, who were less afraid, couldn't help but ask about Orpheus's past experiences. However, Orpheus's answers were rather naive.

"So, what kind of life did Orpheus lead before?"

Ninefold, who was slightly younger than Orpheus, asked Orpheus curiously. After listening to Ninefold's question, Orpheus thought about it seriously for a moment, then shook his head and answered calmly.

"I used to soar through the dimensional rifts, but after that guy kicked me out, I stayed in the house, told them my wish, gave them power, and then... that was it."

Orpheus briefly described her previous state, but it was so brief that the curious girls fell silent upon hearing it.

"Uh, that's... way too boring."

Upon hearing this, Xia Mei scratched her cheek, trying to imagine such a life. However, as a high school student who had always led a normal life, Xia Mei simply could not truly imagine such a lonely existence.

"It's okay, you won't be bored if you follow me."

As Niu Kun spoke, he leaned against the group of beautiful girls huddled around him, grabbing one of their plump, round breasts of different sizes with each of his large hands, and then made a suggestion.

"Let's go buy some daily necessities for Orpheus tomorrow, like... underwear and stuff, although... she'll need a change."

Niu Kun glanced at Orpheus's unremarkable chest and couldn't help but shake his head again. It was just too flat, almost on par with the Ninth Heaven, making it hard for Niu Kun to be interested.

"Well, when it comes to purchasing daily necessities, I already have some experience and planning."

Roseweather, who is serious and proper but often a bit eccentric, suddenly became interested. Raised by her grandmother since childhood, she developed a strict way of managing her finances, to the point of being almost impoverished.

Therefore, he has a lot of insights and experience regarding what products are on sale, what constitutes a real discount, and where to find cheaper and better quality items. Even though he hasn't been in Komao Town for long, he has already gained a lot of experience.

Although Niu Kun didn't see any need to be frugal, he spent money extravagantly and never paid attention to finances. Naturally, Sagiri Tomoko was in charge of the Sagiri family's finances.

"Oh? Let me guess, it's not some kind of guide to 100-yen shops, a table of supermarket discount times, or the ultimate secret to surviving for three days on the price of a bento box?"

Upon hearing this, Niu Kun lazily raised one eyebrow, his gaze falling on Roseweather, who looked serious and whose eyes even seemed to be shining. He drew out his words, his tone clearly teasing.

"Ahem, it's not exactly an ultimate secret, just some frugal living tips."

Roseweather didn't catch the sarcasm in Niu Kun's words. She straightened her back, pushed up her non-existent glasses, and looked as serious as if she were in a classroom: "It's not just those. I've done detailed research on the weekly promotional patterns and optimal point redemption strategies of the three major supermarkets, four department stores, and two large pharmacies in Koma-o Town, including the approximate timing of seasonal clearance sales and additional discounts on fresh food... There are also extra discounts on some skincare products and daily necessities nearing their expiration date. As long as you choose carefully, it won't affect their use at all!"

Roseweather became more and more enthusiastic as she spoke, and even took out a small notebook from her pocket, flipping through the dense but well-organized tables and notes inside, seemingly intending to impart more life experience to Niu Kun.

"Look, this is a comparison chart of cost-effectiveness that I drew, along with charts for different brands of underwear, pajamas, and toiletries..."

"Cough cough, stop, stop for a moment."

Looking at the silver-haired, blue-eyed, and aloof Valkyrie in front of him, who was now talking incessantly about how to save money while shopping like the most shrewd housewife, Niu Kun quickly stopped her rambling lecture.

He released his large hand from the breast, sat up straight, and said to Roseweather with interest, "It's quite nice. So... from now on, it seems that the household's purchasing budget will be planned by you."

"Uh, me...me?"

Roseweather was taken aback by his words, her cheeks flushing slightly. Whether it was because she was being affirmed or because she suddenly realized that she had been too engrossed in her performance, she didn't feel embarrassed or that something was wrong. Instead, she suddenly felt a sense of being valued.

"I... I just think that unnecessary waste is shameful. Since we're going to live together, it's our responsibility to plan resources reasonably... cough cough, well, if you trust me, I will definitely do my best."

Roseweather straightened her back, her eyes sparkling with the emotion of being recognized and valued. This made Niu Kun, who had only wanted to tease her, feel somewhat helpless, as she did not show any shyness or embarrassment.

However, after a quick glance, Niu Kun grinned and continued, "Then I'll leave the procurement to Roseweiser. Everyone can inform Roseweiser of any needs they have, and she'll then submit a summary report to Youzi. Um, but..."

Niu Kun stood up and first had Youzi and Roseweiser prepare for the financial handover. Then he approached Roseweiser and suddenly lowered his voice: "...that way, Roseweiser, you might not have much energy to 'stand guard' outside my door."

"I...I don't know what you're talking about! I...I'll go...I'll go check if the tea and snacks are ready!"

Roseweather's pretty face flushed crimson, like a boiled shrimp. She hurriedly shoved the notebook back in her hand, her eyes darting around, her previous confidence and seriousness vanishing in an instant.

After hastily offering a few perfunctory words, Roseweather practically fled.

Watching Roseweather stagger away, Niu Kun chuckled with pleasure. Seeing this seemingly serious but strangely persistent and shy Valkyrie revealing a blushing and collapsing expression was part of the fun of teasing someone.

The other girls were already familiar with Niu Kun's wicked sense of humor, but Orpheus simply tilted her head slightly, a hint of confusion in her eyes, as if she was puzzled, but there was also a strange ripple in her confusion.

Chapter 546 Roseweather (3k)

"Gold-level artifact - Dragon Princess Slayer, and this other gold-level artifact - Abyss Water Scepter."

Lige delivered two more newly crafted gold-grade artificial artifacts, custom-made for Rias and Sona respectively. The 'Abyss Scepter' has the power to manipulate and transform water elements at will, making it very suitable for Sona.

The 'Dragon Princess' can be seen as a low-end replica of the 'Red Dragon Emperor's Gauntlets'. Because it is a custom version for Rias, it can be adapted to Rias's destructive magic.

“I have fully grasped the research data shared by Azazel. Next, I plan to use the four artifacts that split the soul of the black dragon Frider to re-forge a new legendary-class God Destroyer. If all goes well, I can then use the Soul of the End and the Spine of the World left behind by Jormungandr to create a brand new legendary-class God Destroyer.”

Having successfully developed two new God-Slaying Gears, Li Ge exudes dazzling confidence. If the development is successful, the two new God-Slaying Gears will be adapted to Grayfia and Esdeath respectively.

Esdeath had recently advanced to the fifth-tier legendary level and was now firmly established as the leader of a faction within the Calamity Clan. The silver-grade artifact in Esdeath's possession was no longer sufficient for her needs.

Kiss-Shot doesn't plan to use the new artifact. Instead, she intends to upgrade her demon sword, Heart Crossing, to the level of a God-Slaying Gear. She expects to consume the legendary magical artifact 'Asmodeus's Blood' that she obtained after Niu Kun killed Kruzere.

Niu Kun was certainly not stingy. He also planned to ask Tamamo-no-Mae and Yasaka if they needed any refining materials, since improving the combat power of his harem members was to improve Niu Kun's power.

"...Then I'll leave it to you, Lige."

First, Niu Kun praised Li Ge, and then temporarily accepted the two gold-level artificial artifacts. However, Niu Kun couldn't just praise her verbally; he also had to give her some tangible rewards.

For example, Niu Kun's fiery essence, which contains rich magical power, is the witches' favorite and the best reward. In Li Ge's charming eyes, spring passion surged, and her voluptuous and alluring body leaned against Niu Kun's chest, as if they were meeting like golden wind and jade dew.

Intoxicating moans emanated from the room. Roseweather, leaning against the door, couldn't help but bite her cherry lips to prevent herself from moaning out loud, even though Niu Kun had exposed her peeping.

But Roseweather couldn't resist the urge to seduce him. After enduring it for a few days, she couldn't sleep and tossed and turned. So, as if possessed, she went to Niu Kun's door again.