Now that he thought about it, they had never really discussed what would happen after sealing Deimos inside the prince.
Everyone had accepted the plan without hesitation, but why?
After all, it didn't change the core issue—it just transferred Deimos's vessel from Laxus to someone else.
How were they planning to deal with him?
But judging from Laxus's confidence, he must have had a way.
Even so, Rocco couldn't shake his unease.
He clung to Laxus, unable to let go.
Laxus gave him a slightly troubled smile and gently pried him off.
"I promise it'll be fine. There's nothing to worry about. A soul created through the ritual of the demon is nothing but an imitation. Controlling an empty, artificial soul with magic is actually quite simple."
"T-Then… couldn't someone have just used magic to control Deimos while he was inside you?"
Even as Laxus pulled away, Rocco refused to give up, latching onto him again.
