There is no reality where Akihiro has been able to live without the Devils vice-like grip over his soul.

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As the demon reels in pain, Mephisto scoffs, looking down on Akihiros attempt to attack his captors.

Now, the X-Man commands Bagra-ghul, not Mephisto.

Akihiro has done what almost no soul has ever done before: hes freed himself from Mephistos grasp.

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Simply put, Mephisto lost because he underestimated his opponent.

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