Aether's power

Dubois's eyes widened. "You're talking about deploying your summons to protect our nations?"

"Exactly. Formicia, Sylvaris, Aamon, a Frost Wyvern, Flame Salamander, and several true demons I've recently acquired. Those demons under me are completely loyal; you don't have to worry about that. I tamed them personally."

'Tamed them personally.'

They shuddered as they replayed the phrase in their mind. How could someone possibly tame demons, superior rank at that?

Superior and epic-rank protection.

The world leaders exchanged glances through their screens, political calculations racing behind diplomatic masks.

Hassan leaned forward eagerly. "What would you require in return?"

Smart question. Everything has a price.

"For now? I don't want anything but your safety and absolute secrecy regarding my capabilities and methods. We can talk about logistics later, and I'm sure we will reach an agreement."