I Am a Devil

"I am a Devil." That figure said. Looking at it, Devotion saw that its figure really was demonic in nature. The horns and sharp teeth gave it away.

"I expected as much. But what do you mean, 'I am like you'? I'm just a regular guy, not a being like that." Devotion asked. He was still very confused. "No offense, of course."

"None taken. I wish I could tell you more than that, Devotion, but I cannot. It would draw too much Karma for you, and most likely destroy you. Telling you just this much was already risky. Your next tribulation might be more difficult." The being said.

"Tribulation?" Devotion asked.

"Yes. When you advance any ranks past the Ninth Rank, you will undergo a heavenly tribulation. These are meant to make you stronger, the heavens themselves blessing you with divine power. It is how those on the level of Dukes are so much stronger than Ninth Rank cultivators." The figure explained.