After a long period of training, Polaris' heart was filled with joy as he finally reached the power of a count. His abilities have risen to the point where it's ridiculous to compare them to what they once were, and he even drew with Epsilon, one of the Sixth King's Leaders, earlier.
　He was happy that he had finally gained enough strength to not be ashamed of being under the control of the Death King Isis... and that he could finally serve the benefactor he had been longing for.
　However, that joy was soon to be replaced by another emotion.

　Polaris had blossomed the power she originally possessed after years of training, and she had gained the power of limited future vision that allowed her to know the 'consequences of her actions' ahead of time.
　Therefore, she used this power beforehand to find out if she could be a part of Isis' team or not.

''What........so........''

　However, the future she saw was never what she wanted. In the event that Polaris acted to become Isis's subordinate, the result that awaits her is: 'Isis will shed tears and reject her'.
　At this point in time, Isis had yet to meet a person who would accept her unconditionally, a pleasant person, and her heart did not have the luxury of accepting a subordinate. However, Polaris has no way of knowing the soles.
　Polaris can see the 'results' but not the 'process'. That's why she doesn't understand 'why it happens'.
　A future that would make the greatly indebted Isis sad was not something she could tolerate, and she desperately wanted to figure out why.

　She wondered if she was still lacking in strength, so she put more effort into training than ever before.

　She also trained other abilities that she hadn't trained before, thinking that she might be lacking in something other than strength.

　I thought about every possible method I could think of regarding the premise of 'my actions' and examined the results that awaited me in the future, because there was a possibility that my methods might be wrong.


　But the results did not change. By the time a few hundred years had passed, we were completely out of ideas. As a result, Polaris spent his days training by day and his nights seeing the results of every action he could think of in the future.
　He spent his days doing everything he could, feeling frustrated by the unchanging future, but with an unwavering dream.

　Then one day, three thousand years have passed since the battle with Epsilon, and indeed eighteen thousand years have passed since she began to train - suddenly the future that you see has changed.

　Until now, we had been seeing the result of Isis rejecting herself with tears in her eyes, but one day, that changed to ''refusing Polaris'' attempts to become her subordinate with an apologetic expression.
　If you only look at the results, even in the changed future, Polaris is still not under the control of Isis. However, the expression of Isis that could be seen in the future vision had changed quite a bit, and it felt more like a refrain than a rejection.

　And after a little while, I heard rumors of an otherworldly person who was intimately acquainted with the Sixth King. After using a less-than-common transmission to gather information, it seemed that this otherworldly person had brought about a change in Isis.
　Polaris gently thanked the nameless Otherworlder in her mind and began to desperately look for a future where she could once again be under the control of Isis.

　Finally, after a few months had passed, he was able to find that future.

　In the consequences of Polaris' actions of 'waiting on this deserted island', she was able to find a future where she was under the control of Isis 'with a two-tone ash and black girl'.
　We don't know who that girl is. I don't even remember hearing about a talented person with such a look. The rumored otherworldly person is said to be male, so that's different... but that was a minor issue.

　Finally, he had found the future of being able to be under the control of Isis, which he had been hoping for. A storm of joy was brewing in Polaris' heart.
　And after spending what felt like the longest two years of her life, desperately trying to keep her mind off of it, the man she had been waiting for finally arrived.










　It was a night of twinkling stars when Iris, having received information about Polaris from Alice, visited the uninhabited island where she was said to be living to recruit her.
　This was because he had received information from Alice that Polaris trains during the day and sees the stars at night, so he figured that if they were to talk, the night would be more suitable.
　Coincidentally, under a sky full of stars, suitable for Polaris's street name "Starry-eyed Witch", Iris, who visited the uninhabited island, found Polaris standing in the middle of it and called out to her.

I'm sure you are right about Polaris, the star gazing witch.　I am Iris Irminus I am Iris Irminus and first of all I am sorry for your sudden visit--mph!
....

　In the middle of speaking, Iris stopped speaking with a shocked expression on her face.



　Hearing those words as if they were muttered, the conversation with Alice from earlier came back to Iris's mind. The words "time is not yet full" that Polaris had spilled. I'm sure you'll be able to tell from the current state of Polaris and the word "full" that she has fulfilled some condition by visiting here.
　In the meantime, Polaris continued to speak to Iris.

''I've been waiting for you to visit here.
"Hmm, is it safe to interpret that as divination, or a force equivalent to future vision?
Oh, I'm sure of that perception. I have a limited future vision that allows me to see the consequences of my actions. That's what it's all about. Well, let me explain in detail later but first, take me to that man, Mr. Isis Remnant. to.
....

　Hearing Polaris's words, Iris thought with a slightly dubious expression on her face. I've been thinking about how to persuade Polaris, who has been refusing many solicitations before coming here, but the situation is very different from what she had expected.
　Then what should I do?

You will be able to see that I can't wait. If that's the case, let's keep the questions from my side to a minimum. What harm do you intend to do to Isis-sama?
Not a piece of it!
All right, I'll take your word for it.

　There was a lot of questions he wanted to ask, but he decided that from the look of Polaris, it was going to be difficult to talk slowly here. On top of that, Iris asked only the minimum number of questions that should be confirmed as Isis's subordinate.
　And the reply to that........Iris was originally keen on the subtleties of other people's emotions and has a high degree of insight. From her point of view, Polaris did not seem to be telling a lie. Rather, from every word she said, she felt a deep respect for Isis.
　With that thought in mind, Iris took Polaris and transitioned to Isis's castle with her, thinking that this was a different turn of events than she had really thought.








　After returning to Isis's castle, Iris took Polaris directly to the study where Isis would be.
　After arriving at the castle, Polaris, perhaps nervous, did not say a single word with a serious expression on her face, and both reached the front of the study in silence.
　Then Iris knocked on the door a few times and walked in, and immediately saw Isis reading a book as usual. Isis looked up as Iris and Polaris entered the room, and she turned to Iris and smiled at her.

''Welcome back ... Iris ... that girl over there ... Iris' ...You know...?

　Naturally, Isis had been aware of Polaris' presence from the moment Iris had transitioned. She also knew that she had great power, but she didn't ask about the purpose of her visit, especially since it wouldn't be a problem if Iris had brought her here.

'I'm back. So, um, she's.....

　While answering Isis's words, Iris wondered what was going on. After all, Iris didn't know why Polaris wanted to come here either.
　It was difficult to explain that to her, and as she was pondering how to bring up the subject... before Iris could continue with her words, Polaris took action.

''Lady Isis!''
Wha... what's going on?

　As soon as he thought he called Isis's name in a shouting manner, Polaris took a step forward and immediately bent his knees and bowed his head vigorously. The very sight of him, which could be said to rub his head on the ground, caused a look of astonishment on Isis' face, as well as Iris'.

''I am!　A witch whose life was saved by you some eighteen thousand years ago!
...What?
''He received the great favor of being able to save his life and then ran off without even a word of thanks... he's an irredeemable fool!　Thus, we have been looking forward to seeing you again!
....
'Let me first apologize for my rudeness at the time, and for the impoliteness of taking the time to visit you like this!　I'm sorry!

　Polaris throws away the hat she was wearing and bows to Isis again and again with tears streaming down her face without stopping. Seeing that figure, Isis moved her gaze to Polaris and Iris several times, with a puzzled expression on her face.

''Eighteen thousand years ago........Witch........uh......the girl who was attacked by demons. ........?
'What?　Ha, yes!　That's right!　It's all because of you that I'm alive right now...thank you so, so, so much!
"Ummmmm... well I see... the guy from that time... he's grown up so much. I didn't see it right away but yes you did come all the way out to see me.

　When Isis said that and smiled calmly, Polaris continued to cry with one hand holding her eyes with one hand as if she was overcome with emotion.
　Honestly, Isis had nothing to complain about in the way Polaris used to react. It was just a common sight for her to be able to escape to others like that.
　However, she was really happy that Polaris had taken the trouble to visit her like this and thank her for her help.
　Polaris continued to cry for a while, and after a little while, she calmed down, turned her reddened eyes to Isis and opened her mouth.

''.........Death King Isis Remnant-sama. Today, besides apologizing and thanking you, I have come to ask a favor from you.
...please?
'Yes. I have always wanted to use this life saved by Isis-sama for her sake. As a result, it has taken me a long time to gain enough strength to be worthy of being your subordinate, and it has taken me a long time to make this visit, but I would like to ask you to please add me to your subordinate. U?
"...what?　Huh?　...subordinate?　...mine?
Yes!
''Oh ... uh ... that's great ... but ... .....

　Hearing Polaris' words about wanting to be under her control, Isis made a puzzled expression and glanced at Isis.
　Noticing Isis's hesitation with her gaze, Iris pushed Isis back with a faint smile on her face.

''Isn't it good?　It is his own will that he wishes to do so, and he is more than aware of what it means to be under the control of Isis-sama. Seeing that you are able to have a normal conversation like this, I'm sure you'll have no problem dealing with the magic of death.
'Well yes I guess so... then... ...uh...
My name is Polaris.
Well then Polaris it's nice to meet you from now on.
''~~!　Yes!










　Thus, for 18,000 years, the girl's efforts to challenge the wall of talent were rewarded, and she was able to successfully become the king's masters, as she had hoped.
　Unfortunately, the happy-ever-after celebration was still a little too early for that.

I'm sorry for the trouble I'm going through. Lady Iris Iluminous.
Okay, but what can I do for you?　It's not like I have a lot of time on my hands either.

　It had been a little while since Polaris had become under Isis's control, and the day that Isis had gone swimming with her lover, Kaito... Iris had been called by Polaris to the uninhabited island where she lived.

'No, it's not that big of an errand. I just want to check something. You and I are currently the only two under the command of Isis-sama, but is it correct to assume that you are the 'top of the Dead King's staff'?
"...hmmm, 'disapproval', is that what you're saying?
I'm not complaining about you being the leader of the Dead King's gang. "No, I have no complaint about you being the leader of the Dead King's leadership. You just have to watch what he does on a regular basis to know who his most trusted leader is.
So, what's the point of it all?

　Iris crossed her arms and listened back to Polaris' somewhat roundabout way of speaking. Polaris' expression could be called a smile, and it seemed to be somewhat provocative.

I'm sure the fact that you are the head of the team means that there will be more and more occasions in the future when you will be giving me instructions. If you're not, it's not strange that you want to know what your boss is capable of, right?　So I thought you might like to accompany me on a little mock battle. What, it's just a light hand game.
Well I see. I don't mind.
Thank God for that. I appreciate that. Don't worry, there's no such thing as a win-lose situation. It's just a recreational way of getting to know each other.
　'I don't like that I'm not first in line.'

　To Polaris, who told him as if he was agitated, Iris also smiled wryly and pointed out the part that was probably the core of this time.
　Then the smile disappeared from Polaris' expression for a moment.

''Well, I'd be lying if I said I didn't have the feeling of 'Why not me?' at all. Nevertheless, this is a personal sentimentality. I just want to know what you're capable of, that's all. After all, you're not a well-informed man and I'm not a well-informed man, but the name Iris Iluminas doesn't sound familiar to me. I have some doubts about your abilities.

　Polaris' words are meant to be. It's true that I wanted to be Isis' foremost subordinate. But more than that, I was wondering if the mysterious Iris in front of me really has the ability to be a subordinate of Isis.
　Without knowing whether she knew what was on Polaris' mind or not, Iris quietly told her while her smile deepened.

''.........It's you, okay?''
Yeah?　What's that?
"If you've defeated me in this mock battle, I say you'll be the first in line to lead the Death King. I will deal with Master Isis myself.
...Heh, that's a nice thing to wish for, but...are you sure?
'Oh, that would be more motivating, wouldn't it?　And one more thing on top of that: service.

　While announcing this, Iris lightly flicked her finger and a huge clock memory and hand appeared in the air.

As I mentioned before, I don't have time to spare, so I'll call it a mock battle for '30 minutes'. And if you can 'stand' when that thirty minutes is up, I don't mind if you 'win' the battle.
''Oh well, what an awesome confidence you have. Or am I being underestimated or something?
Huh....

　After looking at Polaris, who twitched her eyebrows and smiled wryly once more, Iris took some distance from Polaris and told her with her arms crossed.

''I've suffered quite a terrible defeat...''
Yeah?
'Thanks to that, I had to bow down to 'the last person in the world I wanted to bow to' and beg for a lesson. But thanks to that, I've sharpened my fangs more than enough.
....
"Therefore, it is with the utmost reluctance that I, Iris Irminus, the leader of the Dead King's army, declare you to be the best of the best. If you intend to challenge me, then come at me with everything you've got!
Excellent.

　Thus, on an uninhabited island, two people who would later be called the "Black Violent Star" and the "Polar North Star" clash, respectively.