The astronaut didn't respond to Belphegor's remark, instead, he began talking about something else.
"We each bear different Original Sins, seemingly with great differences, but in fact, we all share a common trait, which is the fear of fading away."
The astronaut raised his head, gazing at the azure and pure planet.
"In the past years, if only we had a bit of courage to destroy the balance between us and vie for a true King of Demons, this conflict would not have had to continue until now."
The astronaut shook his head, "Regrettably, until now we have not reached such a consensus."
Belphegor remained silent, then turned to the clock; at that moment, as Belphegor's gaze fell on the clock, the slender second hand moved forward by one mark.
The anticipated apocalypse took a step forward.
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