Global Awakening: Only I Can Respawn

YuWon stood staring intently at Asmodeus. His plan was working so far. Lilith's appearance and her submission to him would catch Asmodeus off guard. But more importantly, YuWon needed something to control him.

I was too foolish to believe anyone, especially these fallen angels. They might be mortals now, but the years spent as an angel wouldn't evaporate instantly.

He made the mistake of trusting one fallen angel. He wasn't interested in repeating the mistake. Anna had vowed for Asmodeus's innocence, but YuWon wanted guarantees.

One way to keep someone like Asmodeus under his thumb was to use Lilith. With her devotion towards him, the fallen angel wouldn't dare do anything to upset YuWon.

"Asmodeus," YuWon began. "Did you know about Lucifer's plan?"

"Does it appear I do?" Asmodeus shot back, trying to hold back his bubbling rage.

Asmodeus's rage was justified. The wife he abandoned everything for was now cuddling someone else's neck. That too, in front of him. He might be an angel, but he was also a man and knew YuWon was intentionally humiliating him.

But there was nothing he could do. Lilith had lost her memories, so he couldn't blame her. However, YuWon knew the truth and still betrayed him. That was one thing Asmodeus couldn't forgive.

"You're staring at me as if you're going to murder me," YuWon scoffed. "How was I supposed to know that Lilith would be among the rewards I received for killing the disasters?"

"We both know that's a lie," Asmodeus gritted his teeth. "That's the trouble with you mortals. You overestimate yourselves."

"You're mortal too, you know. But let's not get to the technicalities. Do you know where he is?"

Asmodeus shook his head. YuWon narrowed his eyes, studying him closely. Asmodeus was powerful, sly, and cunning. But was he lying? YuWon didn't want to trust the fallen easily, especially after what happened with Lucifer.

"He's telling the truth, Master," Lilith whispered in his ears. "He doesn't know."

"You can detect lies?"

Lilith smiled and nodded, puffing her chest. "There's little I can't do, master."

"Stop holding your breath or you'll snap your clothes."

"If master would like that—"

"Not now."

"Fine~"

YuWon turned away. He believed Lilith's words, as she was bound to him. But he would need to test her ability later to confirm if she was telling the truth or playing an act to protect Asmodeus.

"Fine," YuWon said, his tone shifting. "I'll take your word for it. However, there's something you need to do for me, Asmodeus."

Asmodeus crossed his arms. He thought it was hilarious that a mortal could think they could order him around. But he heard YuWon out, just for the sake of it.

"What are you getting at?"

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"Since you're not taking part in the trials," YuWon said, "then make yourself useful. I want you to hunt Lucifer down. Find him, and bring him to me. Alive if possible."

"And why should I do anything for you?" he growled, stepping closer.

As Asmodeus stepped forward, Anna reluctantly raised her weapon. But she wasn't alone. Everyone who had gone through the trial did the same. Lucifer's action shook their trust in Asmodeus.

While Lucifer betrayed them, the people saw it as a fallen angel's betrayal and wanted nothing to do with a fallen angel, Asmodeus included. All the goodwill he had cultivated over the years vanished instantly.

YuWon knew deception was the most effective weapon to get a reaction from the crowd. After all, he had been on the receiving end of it for a while.

But it didn't seem Asmodeus cared all that much about it. Even with all the weapons raised against him, his eyes were fixated on YuWon.

But YuWon didn't flinch. Instead, he reached out and grabbed Lilith, lifting her so Asmodeus got a clear look at them. Meanwhile, Lilith's expression remained calm, but there was a hint of discomfort in her eyes as YuWon held her in his hand like a delicate trophy.

"You'll do as I say," YuWon mumbled, gently touching Lilith's face. "Or would I need to repeat myself?"

Asmodeus froze. His eyes locked on Lilith, and for a moment, his usually composed face crumbled. Even though she didn't remember her, he did and would want no harm to her.

"You wouldn't dare..." Asmodeus hissed, with barely restrained rage.

"I wonder," YuWon smirked, enjoying the reaction. "But could you handle losing her twice?"

Asmodeus clenched his fists, and for a moment, it looked like he was ready to attack. But then he sighed. Lilith was bound to YuWon now, and Asmodeus knew the rascal would keep them apart if he desired, and there was nothing he could do about it.

"Fine," Asmodeus said through gritted teeth, his voice dripping with bitterness. "I'll bring Lucifer to you."

"I knew you won't be unreasonable," YuWon's smirk widened.

"But, I have a condition," Asmodeus cut him off. "Once I bring Lucifer to you, you'll release Lilith from your control."

"Of course," YuWon agreed. "Since I'm getting what I want, it's only fair you get what you want."

Asmodeus shot him one last look of pure hatred before turning away. He hated that YuWon had him on a leash, but for now, he would have to play the role of his hunting dog.

As he walked away, Lilith turned to YuWon, worried about his words.

"Master," she whispered, "you won't abandon me, will you?"

"Why would I do that?" he smiled. "You're mine, and I don't like to share my things."

Lilith's face lit up, but YuWon's smile was not one of kindness. In truth, he was only using her as leverage to control Asmodeus. That fucker wanted to reunite Lilith? That would never happen.

But Asmodeus didn't need to know that. He would be his faithful dog till he outlives his usefulness. Maybe then he would let Lilith kill him, or there were other things that he could have her do. But for now, the situation was good enough.

"I'll keep you close," YuWon said, caressing her cheek. "You're far too useful to let go."