PREPARATIONS FOR THE RELACE

At the top of the communication tower, Theo adjusted the connection crystal and established direct communication with Lucifer. Lucifer's image appeared on the projection, still bandaged, but his gaze conveyed an unwavering authority. Theo began to inform him of the divine intervention, the challenge accepted, and the preparations underway.

When he finished his report, Lucifer nodded calmly.

—I understand. Then, the battles will take place in three days —said Lucifer—. The warriors representing Hell will be the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and the Seven Deadly Sins.

Theo frowned, intrigued. He had heard of the horsemen, but the "Seven Deadly Sins" piqued his curiosity.

"The Seven Deadly Sins?" Theo asked, leaning closer to the glass. "I've heard of them, but I've never seen them, nor do I fully understand their purpose. What role do they play, exactly?"

Lucifer smiled slightly, as if he found satisfaction in explaining something so ancient and profound.