"Woof!"
Although it was a request, and one that seemed completely unreasonable, Denji didn't hesitate for a second. He immediately reached into his chest.
Blood splattered, and the sound of bones cracking echoed. This sudden and insane act caught both Kishi and Makima completely off guard.
The pain made Denji's face twitch, but his hands never stopped. He removed his beating heart.
Despite having his heart forcibly taken out, Denji stood upright without showing any signs of dying.
This, of course, was natural.
After becoming a weaponized Devil, the concept of death had already said goodbye to him.
"Heh, here's the heart you wanted."
Although his face was pale, Denji wore a flattering smile as he handed over his heart to Yamai Kazamachi.
Makima watched the scene without expression.
But deep inside, she wasn't as calm as she appeared.
Wasn't it supposed to be that he would only ever be someone's loyal dog?
Though she had never liked Denji, seeing him abandon her, the dog that had always obeyed her orders, and now wagging his tail for another woman made her feel conflicted.
Looking at the drastic change in Denji's attitude, Yamai Kazamachi shot him a strange look.
When she was still in her Yamai sisters form, Denji had never been this obedient.
Having large breasts might cause shoulder pain, but there are certainly advantages to having large ones.
Denji had thought he would hesitate, assuming he would need to explain the reason before Denji would comply. He had already prepared his words, but it seemed there was no need to waste them anymore.
"Too bad, this is your partner. At least treat Pochita better."
Yamai Kazamachi sighed, flicking her finger, and the wind blew Denji's heart out of his hands.
She carefully examined the heart, which resembled a little dog, her eyes narrowing.
This heart was the reason Denji could transform into Chainsaw Man.
Pochita, the Chainsaw Devil, sacrificed itself and willingly became Denji's heart, transferring all its power to him.
This heart was a treasure that all Devils craved.
Not only Makima, but even the Darkness Devils from Hell, like the Dark Devil, also wanted to get their hands on it.
However, no matter how precious it was to Devils, it was meaningless to Yamai Kazamachi.
"Transfer, Denji's heart is now yours."
Yamai Kazamachi didn't take Denji's heart herself. Instead, she controlled the wind to deliver it directly to Makima.
Everyone was stunned as they watched the calm Yamai Kazamachi eating an apple.
Makima didn't expect things to unfold this way either.
"What's the meaning of this?"
Makima didn't take the heart.
Although it was something she had wanted for a long time, her rationality told her that nothing came easily.
She stared at Yamai Kazamachi's eyes, wanting an answer.
"Question: Pochita, or rather the Chainsaw Devil, was your idol, wasn't it?"
"...Yes."
"You wanted to be with Denji, not because Denji was so great, but because you wanted to get Pochita, right?"
"That's right."
"Good. Now, I have granted your wish." Yamai Kazamachi said nonchalantly. "Pochita's consciousness is now inside the heart. I will allow you to speak with it. Though your ambition to control the world cannot be fulfilled, I will allow you to meet your idol."
"So, what's the price?" Makima asked calmly. "I don't believe you would do this for free, especially after I chose to kill the Yamai sisters."
"You're right," Yamai Kazamachi smiled. "This is a transaction. You get to meet your favorite idol. In exchange, you will cancel your contract with the Japanese Prime Minister, and I will grant you a merciful death."
Hearing the transaction offered by Yamai Kazamachi, Kishi's tension finally eased.
When Yamai Kazamachi gave Denji's heart to Makima, Kishi had thought that Makima had already controlled Yamai Kazamachi and that everything they had just witnessed was an act.
After all, Kishi hadn't been there during the battle with the Gun Devil and hadn't seen Yamai Kazamachi's true power.
Now, the deal that Yamai Kazamachi offered was advantageous for Denji, Kishi, Japan, and even the entire world.
Honestly, Kishi also had a way to eliminate Makima.
As once the strongest Devil hunter, he knew everything about Devils and was always able to make the most cost-effective decisions with minimal sacrifices.
At first, his general plan had been for the Yamai sisters to hold off, slowly guiding Denji to see Makima's true nature. Then, together with Denji and the Yamai sisters, they would surround Makima and neutralize her.
Although Makima was immortal, as long as they could capture her, Kishi would handle the rest.
Perhaps the cost would be high, but as long as Makima was dealt with, it would be worth it.
But now, Yamai Kazamachi had presented another way—a solution with no cost at all. He had no objections.
All eyes were on Makima, waiting for her choice.
Makima stared at the beating heart in front of her, silent.
In reality, she didn't have much of a choice.
After her will had been shattered by Yamai Kazamachi's overwhelming power, she knew there was only one outcome waiting for her.
That was death.
In the face of absolute strength, her schemes were meaningless.
Death was certain, the only difference was how it would come.
Now, her power was completely gone, and all her subordinates were lost. The only remaining card she had was her contract with the Japanese Prime Minister.
Once the contract was signed, it would remain in effect unless both humans and Devils agreed to cancel it.
Of course, the contract wasn't unbreakable.
Now that she had been captured, Makima could think of several ways to break the contract.
Though the cost would be high, Makima was confident that Kishi would be able to do it.
Since death was inevitable, she might as well accept Yamai Kazamachi's deal, so everyone could have a peaceful resolution.
Kishi wouldn't have to pay a price, and Makima could meet her idol.
This was the best outcome.
"I agree."
After a long silence, Makima sighed lightly and agreed to the proposal.
"You really are a smart person."
Yamai Kazamachi wasn't surprised by the outcome and pushed the heart into Makima's hands.
"Pochita is here. As for what happens next, you know what to do."