(Third Person POV)
[Several Hundred Miles From The Eastern Border]
On top of a cliff, overlooking a river, Hades stood as he saw smoke and flames off in the distance.
He noticed as a group of airships slowly hovered over said smoke and flames, projectiles firing off into the ground.
"Hm.." He said, "Seems they wish to get rid of the magic beasts in the area to set up a camp...."
It had been days since he was somehow released from Jason's Void Prison, being ejected at a random location in the country, similar to Silver. Due to the effects of the Prison, he was left without magic power and it took him a while to regain it.
He has deduced he was near the Eastern Border and decided to make his way more inland. He also deduced that the Alvarez Empire had invaded Fiore since he was able to sense several high magic signatures after he had been ejected.
As he stood there, he felt two presences behind him.
"Ah." He said, "You managed to find me."
He turned to see Tessa and Flay kneeling down before him.
"Master Hades..." Tessa said with her eyes closed, "I am glad we were able to reach you."
Hades looked at Flay, he had several scars on his face as he had a serious look.
"Seems time wasn't kind to you, boy." He said
Flay nodded, "Yes." He said softly, "But worry not, I have trained tirelessly to get stronger and I swear to you, I will not lose again. Especially to a Devil."
Hades crossed his arms, "Fiore is under a massive conflict." He said, "Before we act, we must gather our forces."
Tessa looked at him, "Yes, Master." She said, "I have tracked down the prison where they're being kept. Right now, security is lax due to the war. So we should make haste, forgive my impudence."
Hades stroked his beard, "Excellent work, Tessa." he said, "We shall go at once. And once we do, we shall make our plan."
Tessa and Flay both stood up as they looked at him.
"I have detected the scent of Demons to the north prior to coming here, Master." Flay said, "Should we go and slay them?"
"I have no interest in that." Hades said as he turned around, "My priority is Zeref."
"Forgive me, Master." Tessa spoke up, "What of Jason? He has humiliated us, you especially, all too much."
"Jason's time will come." Hades said seriously, "I am serious on this matter, Tessa. Zeref is in this country, this is an opportunity I will not let slip by. Once we deal with him, we can do whatever you want to Jason."
Tessa bowed slightly, "Of course, sir." She said, "I apologize."
"It matters not." He said, "Now point me in the direction of the prison."
"We have to free our comrades."
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[The Nemesis, High In The Air]
Jason stood over a terminal, looking at the screen and scanning its contents.
"Felicity." He said
"Yessir?" She asked, "Our support to the Northern front is ready to be deployed."
"Get it on standby for when they encounter Bloodman." Jason said, "I'll let Levy know. But that's not it."
"What is it?" Felicity asked
"Were the Rook Towers a good idea?" He asked, "I mean, they're set up in the middle of nowhere and those are lacrima cores that could've been used somewhere else."
"On the off-chance that a battalion of enemies encounter it and activate its guardian, I doubt they'll be able to pass through easily." Felicity responded, "There's one that's near the scattered army. I could have the Death Angels lure them to it if you wish."
Jason placed his hand on his chin, "That may be a good idea." He said, "Are the Black Hawks ready?"
"Both the Death Angels and Black Hawks are ready for deployment." She replied, "I am currently gathering magic power from the outside Ethernano to refuel It. Also, permission to fuel that other thing?"
Jason nodded, "Granted." He said, "The more power on our side, the better. Also, deploy the Death Angels and Black Hawks. Let's keep them busy, I'll head to the Northern side after I look for Erza's group and have them stationed back at Magnolia."
"That'll be quite the trip.." Felicity said
"I'll be fine." Jason said, "Deploy them, Felicity."
"Roger." She said, "Deploying The Death Angels and Black Hawks now. It'll take around 35 minutes to have all of them in the air and on their way to their target locations."
Jason turned around to see the deck opening up as several of the artillery cannons were being moved out of the way.
"Good." He said
Mavis walked up to him, "Jason?" She said as she held Erion in her arms, "What's going on?"
Jason crossed his arms, "That." He said nodding to the deck
Mavis followed his gaze and widened her eyes. She saw that the deck had completely opened up and there were massive bomber planes and helicopters that were being lifted up. They were all completely pitch black.
"Black Hawk Helicopters and AC-30s." He explained, "Powerful modern-day weapons that are enhanced by my War Magic's power."
Mavis looked at him, "What?"
"You wouldn't get it." Jason said
"As mentioned, it would take 30 minutes for all 30 Black Hawks and all 15 Death Angels to fully deploy." Felicity said
"H-How many do you have in there?" Mavis asked
"A lot." Jason replied, "This is The Nemesis, Mavis. Not only is it a weapon itself....."
"It also houses more weapons in it."