96 Chapter 96: So he really beat high class devil!

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Issei couldn't help but voice his frustration and confusion. "So, why don't you rein the guy in yourself? You're the leader, after all. Shouldn't you be handling this situation?" he questioned, seeking clarity from Azazel.

The fallen angel leader let out a weary sigh, his expression reflecting the weight of the situation. "It's not as simple as that, unfortunately," he explained, his voice tinged with a hint of resignation. "As you may already know, Kokabiel is one of the more powerful fallen angel leaders. While I have the capability to stop him, it would require employing extreme force, and doing so would undoubtedly upset the other great powers in existence. While Sirzechs Lucifer, the leader of the devils, might understand my intentions, many of his followers wouldn't. They would seize the opportunity to vilify us if given the chance," Azazel elaborated, his gaze fixed on Issei.

Issei furrowed his brows, trying to grasp the complexities of the situation. "On top of that, Kokabiel has set up additional fail-safes to prevent direct intervention from me. I won't bore you with the specifics, but needless to say, I am unable to confront him directly due to these measures," Azazel continued, his tone tinged with frustration.

The fallen angel leader's explanation resonated with Issei, who understood the delicate balance of power at play.

Azazel's hands were tied, caught between his desire to avoid war with both devils and angels. Issei's belief in peace aligned with Azazel's intentions, making the fallen angel leader see him as a potential ally.

Azazel leaned forward, his voice laced with sincerity. "Issei-san, I know you value peace, just as I do. If you truly wish to maintain the fragile peace in Kuoh, then you might have to get involved in stopping Kokabiel. If you don't, someone else might take matters into their own hands, and the consequences could be dire. I'm not asking for your help out of some selfish desire to assert authority over you. I'm asking because you're the only person I truly trust to handle this with the necessary strength. Your neutrality in this matter also means that it's less likely to cause a major incident," Azazel explained, making his plea to Issei.

As much as Issei detested the idea of being asked for help, he couldn't deny the validity of Azazel's intentions. The fallen angel leader wasn't asking him to align with him or harm the devils.

Instead, he was emphasizing the urgency of the situation and the potential consequences if Kokabiel's plans were left unchecked.

Issei realized that if he wanted to protect the peace in Kuoh, he might have to step up and confront Kokabiel, knowing that he possessed the strength to face the fallen angel leader.

Issei pondered Azazel's reasoning, finding some merit in his words. The fallen angel leader's desire to avoid war seemed genuine, despite the inherent conflict between their factions.

"This guy seems somewhat legit in his reasoning here. Though I still find it strange that the supreme leader of the fallen angels doesn't want war…" Issei thought curiously, his mind grappling with the complexities of the situation.

Interrupting his thoughts, Issei voiced his doubts. "What makes you think I can do anything about him? He's a Cadre, right? I'm just a half-dragon…" Issei trailed off, uncertain of his ability to take on such a formidable opponent.

Azazel's response was swift, his gaze fixed on Issei with a mix of awe and intrigue. "The only way I could believe you're a half-dragon is if your dragon parent was a legendary dragon. The power you displayed against Riser Phenex was tiers above anything I've seen, even from high-class dragons. It might even come close to the Dragon Kings, to be honest. I find that remarkable about you…especially considering your lack of interest in power," Azazel acknowledged, his words carrying a sense of genuine admiration. "From what I could tell about you in your Rating Game, you weren't even going all out either. Which leads me to assume you're possibly even more powerful. Perhaps a new classification of dragon entirely," he speculated.

Issei couldn't help but scoff at the notion. "Like what?" he retorted, his voice tinged with skepticism.

Azazel paused for a moment, considering his response carefully. "I'm not sure, to be honest. I would say somewhere between a high-class dragon and a Dragon King. Perhaps more, but I haven't really seen your full power to make that assumption just yet," he admitted, his tone filled with genuine curiosity.

Seeking clarity, Issei redirected the conversation to the task at hand. "So, you're asking me to kill this Kokabiel guy for you then?" he questioned, his voice laced with a hint of determination.

Azazel shook his head, clarifying his intentions. "Preferably, I don't want him killed…we fallen angels are the least populous of the three major factions. We can't really afford to throw away lives over nothing. Kokabiel would be captured and brought back to our headquarters, where we would keep him under control," he explained, emphasizing his desire for a resolution that didn't involve unnecessary bloodshed.

Issei rolled his eyes in exasperation, his rebellious nature shining through. "Whatever, I guess I can do something about it... but only because I don't want the extra drama of some stupid war breaking out here," he grumbled, his tone laced with irritation.

"Just don't make a habit of calling me in for favors. I'm not your little lackey, alright? I'm doing this as a favor and because my friends were involved in it too. That's it," Issei asserted, asserting his independence and setting clear boundaries.

Azazel nodded approvingly, acknowledging Issei's terms. "Of course, Issei Hyoudou. I greatly appreciate your willingness to help in this matter," he responded, showing respect for Issei's decision.

As the conversation continued, the fallen angel girls expressed their disbelief at Issei's remarkable feat. Mittelt couldn't contain her astonishment, remarking, "So wait, he actually did beat a high-class devil's entire peerage by himself? I thought you were just exaggerating, Raynare!"