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Why?
Why is it that a new angel has been born among us?
We should have been perfect with 12.
Impossible... a 13th?!
13 is a detestable number.
Be silent, everyone. We cannot fathom the will of God.
However...
I do believe that some significant meaning is concealed within this incident.
Well then, Merlinus.
We will leave this matter to you.
Yes, you are indeed the one most suited to pick up this seed of disaster.
That was my intention as soon as I sat my eyes upon this infant angel.
And I also have something I wish to try.
What can you accomplish by using someone like that?
Well, so be it. Raise him somewhere out of our sight.
I understand.
Well then. The matter is settled.
Let our circle of the 12 Angels conclude with our usual prayers.
Everything is for the will of the sacred, and absolute god of creation, Watos.
For a perfect, and pure white world...
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Lucifer
Open your eyes... young angel.
Who calls me?
My true name is Merlinus.
But I prefer to be called Myrddin.
That's right. I am one of the 12 Angels of the heavens.
I am also called a White Angel.
I know that name.
That is the name of the messengers of our sacred, and absolute God named Watos.
As expected, the 12 Angels are quite attentive.
You have already been imprinted this much by them.
If you are an angel as well, then please tell me.
What is the difference between the 12 Angels and the White Angels?
Both of them describe the messengers of God but I am forbidden to question them.
You are forbidden but yet you still wish to know?
Correct.
Seems like there is still hope.
Won't you tell me?
The difference between the 12 Angels and the White Angels, you say?
Those who concern over numbers calls them the 12 Angels,
and those who concern over appearance calls them the White Angels.
Neither name says anything about their true nature.
So you are saying that there's no difference?
That's right. But... this way of thinking is very important.
You must cultivate your ability to see the world from a different perspective,
as well as the ability to feel the fluctuations of the world.
Understood.
Well then, how should I address you?
Oh right. You could call me Myrddin, but...
There is another name I would like you to call me.
Father or Dad would be fine.
Father? That is a word used on Earth.
We aren't born from anyone.
However, it's a very suitable word to describe our relationship.
Suitable?
From now on, I shall act towards you like those who live on the surface.
Why is there a need for such a thing?
I told you, did I not? To feel the fluctuations of the world.
This is a very grand experiment.
I believe it will also bring about the will of our creator.
Understood.
I will call you Father.
You're sure formal.
Oh yes, I will need to give you a true name.
Your name will be Lucifer.
Lucifer?
Yes. Lucifer.
It's the morning star that heralds revolution.
I would like you to become the streak of light that illuminates this darkness.
You say strange things.
This world is overflowing with light. There is no darkness anywhere.
That's true.
Lucifer, I will not abuse your true name, as long as I do not intend to violate a taboo.
As much as possible, I will call you my son.
Understood, father.
Yes, that's good enough.
What is wrong? Why are you so depressed, my son?
Father, it seems I could never become a White Angel.
So you have met them?
They said, being 12 in number, the White Angels are perfect already.
I am nothing but a mere creation of collected scraps of junk.
And I was only allowed to exist because of our God's absolute mercy.
I see.
What is so laughable about that?
From their perspective, that way of thinking is certainly possible.
But I do not think the same.
My son, do you really wish to become a White Angel?
Of course. As I see it, that is the only reason why I was born.
What would you do if you became one?
Of course, I would create the perfect world on Earth.
A pure white world filled with dazzling lights.
Your enthusiasm is good, but you are missing the essential point.
How do you plan to create that perfect world?
T-That's...
My son.
Do you not think that the most important thing is not what you become, but what you accomplish?
That's why, if I can just become a White Angel, I will be able to accomplish everything.
That's wrong.
You're so mistaken, it is saddening...
My son, what is perfection?
We have always strived for perfection.
However, seeking perfection means rejecting that which is imperfect.
I am afraid that very thing has warped us and is the reason we've changed...
Father has always answered my questions gently, but...
Sometimes you say things that I could not fathom.
You could not fathom...?
Father?
My son, rest easy.
You will certainly become a White Angel.
You don't have to console me. There must only exist 12 White Angels.
I am sure Father, you do understand.
Yes, I know.
Even though it's meant to be a secret... Before long, the White Angels will become 11.
What?
Just like 13, 11 is also an ominous number to them.
Once that happens, you will undoubtedly be made the 12th White Angel.
Is that... the truth?!
Have I ever lied to you?
But, you must not mention this to anyone.
I understand. I see, so I could really become a White Angel?
Then, I can become like you.
Hmm, I wonder about that...
To keep humans in those concentration camps until they die?
To think that foolish Merlinus could come up with such a good plan.
Very well... the extermination of the humans has been decided. Let us put it into action at once.
Lucifer.
Yes.
Inform Merlinus to move the humans to those facilities.
If any are still alive, that is.
Understood.
Myrddin-sama, the center of operations is nearing completion.
With Avalon as the core, the group of control towers have almost finished construction.
I see.
Once activated, they will encompass the entire area.
What about the contents?
The vessel is filled with good wine.
I see. Now, who will be the ones made to drink it?
Hasten the work. I am afraid that I do not have much time left.
Myrddin-sama. Please take care of yourself.
We're almost there. Just a little bit longer and we'll be finished.
The utopia of the abyss... Annuwyn?
If possible, I would have liked to create it myself, but...
Father!
What are you doing here?
It is time to descend to Earth.
It is that time already?
Talking with Ogam was so much fun.
Without realizing it, I got caught up in it.
I am sorry, my son.
Well then, let us go.
Good grief...
Ogam-dono, I hereby apologize.
You've been kept here by my foolish father's long-drawn out stories.
Pardon my rudeness, but the most foolish one is you,
Lucifer-sama.
Up in the heavens, you don't understand how dangerous the things your own wisdom suggests are.
Just an old man's grumbling.
Now, be off.
Ah, yes.
You really are a fool.
Even though Myrddin-sama has been waiting so long for you to realize...
This is a fool's errand.
There is not a single survivor.
Father, let us hurry back.
This...
...Father?
I have found it, at such a time...
Just when everything planned was coming to fruition...
Forgive me, Ogam but I cannot overlook this.
What are you mumbling about, Father?
Haven't I been reminding you?
Your strange behavior will only invite suspicion from the ones above.
And not just that, but recently...
"It is rumored that I am withering with age?"
Father, could it be that you have fallen gravely ill?
Like those of the Earth...
That is not true.
Angel's appearances are shaped by their wills.
What do you mean?
Their appearance is the same as their heart.
For a long time, I have deceived myself, and continued to defy my feelings.
That is why, I have become this weak.
Defied your feelings?
For example, what we are doing right now.
What an insolent thing to say!
We were created solely to execute the great plan of God!
But yet you say that you don't agree with it?!
Look over there.
My son, can you see anything over there?
Father, that is nothing more than a pile of filthy flesh.
Indeed, what a weak race...
Even without the White Angel's decision,
their extinction was already inevitable.
Calling it a great trial, we plunged the Earth into an ice age.
Because of that, they have frozen to death.
That is because they are such a weak race!
My son, look well.
Look at how they have faced the impending doom of freezing.
The strongest ones surround the outside...
Men, women and then the elderly.
And the weakest died while warming the children of the future generation.
This is humanity.
The sign that we have been searching for these many long years is here.
A great revolution has already begun.
A sign?
You're saying the perfect race to rule over the Earth is them?
How ridiculous!
In the first place, if no one survives then it's all meaningless.
Look in the very center of them.
Center?
It cannot be!
Father.
Is it not only a small child?
And, she's so weak and sick.
Bring her out.
Father, what use would that be?
At this rate, she'll die before she can see the light of tomorrow's sunrise.
Then, heal her with your own hands.
Father! Have you forgotten?
The truth that governs this world.
The strongest, and fittest ones are the most perfect and beautiful.
The feeble, and sick ones are ugly and should be erased.
That is the absolute truth!
Divine providence!
That is absolutely wrong.
Nothing like divine providence exists in this world, nor must it exist.
Father! What is it that you are saying?!
Things cannot go on as they are.
A new truth must be created, a revolution must be started to make the world a more wonderful place.
Father!
We angels were originally meant to help them with that, but...
because of a nonexistent divine providence, they were bound, massacred and chased to extinction.
What a foolish thing we continue to repeat...
My son, even after I have said all that, you still do not understand?
I do not understand, nor do I want to!
What I understand is... If the ones above hear the things you are saying...
You will surely be ruined!
No matter what, I don't want you to be ruined, Father!
I see. So that's how it is...
So you are keeping your eyes shut in order to protect me?
Then, as long as I am alive, we will never understand each other...
Such a lonely, and sad turn of events for you and I.
I understand now, my son.
You finally understand?
Then, Father, let us return.
My son, could you accompany me for a little longer?
Father?
This is my last wish.
My son, Lucifer.
I, Myrddin, order you to do nothing.
In my name as one of the 12 Angels, Lucifer my dear son, I give you this order.
Stay in this place, as heavy as lead, and as stiff as stone.
My body... is not listening to me.
May my words bind you, and rob you of all strength and freedom for a while.
Fa...ther. What are you... doing?
My son, there is no need to use your true name anymore.
Just look at what I'm about to do without averting your eyes.
This is not an order, but my request.
What do... you intend... to do?
There is no need to be afraid, human child.
I have brought you a present.
There is no way humans can understand words!
Please, stop this joke, and release me!
What are you trying to do?!
Father! That is...!
Please stop! There is still time!
There isn't a need to be afraid. This is called fire.
What are you doing! The secret of fire is forbidden!
Father, please stop at once!
Now, come closer.
It is very warm.
Yes, that's good.
This is called burning.
Isn't it warm?
Just like the warmth from the spring sun.
Oh, so you don't know what is spring?
I guess that is natural.
We decided that your generation would be frozen forever, after all.
But this long age of ice will soon end, and spring will come.
Father! Please stop comforting her with lies!
Have I ever told a lie?
This is...
It can't be!
This melody!
The Song of Genesis!
Stop at once, Father!
If you do that, you will use up all of your power and disappear!
Father!!!
Human child.
Spring is called a warm season that makes all life blossom.
I release you of all the bonds that have been placed on you and give you infinite possibilities.
You are now free.
From now on, feel this warmth with your body and use words to express the joy of living.
Please stop now!
Father!
To grant my own wish...
To usher in the beginning of everything, I will die.
Farewell, my son.
Father!!!
Song of Genesis