The confrontation quickly turns violent as Lucifer attacks the group, critically wounding and blasting a hole through Maou’s chest. To protect the public and regain his power, Maou intentionally transports everyone to a crowded highway bridge.

In episode 5 of The Devil Is a Part-Timer! ( Hataraku Maou-sama! ), titled the season's first major conflict reaches an explosive climax. The Return of Lucifer

: While Maou holds the bridge, Emi (Emilia) transforms into her hero form to engage Lucifer in aerial combat. A recovered Ashiya (Alciel) eventually joins the fight, and together they manage to incapacitate Orba.

The episode concludes with the arrival of Emi’s companions from Ente Isla, who are confused by the strange alliance between the Hero and the Demon Lord. Despite the chaos, Maou decides to continue his life in Japan, returning to his status quo at MgRonald's.

See the highlights of Maou's battle and the dramatic transformation that saved Sasazuka:

: Once Maou safely sets down the bridge debris, he confronts Lucifer personally. He delivers a crushing punch that ends the threat—infamously noting that Lucifer’s actions nearly made him late for work. Aftermath and Resolution

With the battle over, Maou uses his remaining magic to restore the damaged city. , who witnessed the entire event, is given a simplified explanation of their true identities and surprisingly accepts the truth.

: As Lucifer destroys the bridge, the resulting terror and panic among the crowd provide Maou with a massive surge of demonic energy. He transforms into his true demonic form and catches the falling bridge, holding it up to save the people below.