The reason why Aoqian did not immediately consider succeeding as the Demon Lord was because he needed time.
The Demon Lord ascends the throne, establishes an heir, procreates, and expands his harem, etc...
Each of these was a headache for him.
This is a rule established by the demon race throughout history, and it cannot be broken overnight.
He needs time to innovate and overturn the old system.
What he wanted was for Song Xiwei to accept him so that she could stand shoulder to shoulder with him openly and honestly, without being subject to anyone's criticism.
This matter clearly cannot be rushed.
That's why the matter of succeeding to the Demon Lord's position has been delayed.
Before Song Xiwei asked, the elders and protectors of the demon race had urged her many times.
They all acted according to the rules and regulations. Although they were old-fashioned, they were all thinking about the situation of the demon race. That's why, despite their urging, Aoqian did not get angry with them out of annoyance.
But when Song Xiwei asked him about it herself, Aoqian didn't know how to explain it to her.
Sure enough, Song Xiwei sensed something was wrong when she saw Aoqian stammering.
"Young Master, have we encountered any obstacles?" Song Xiwei's intuition told her that this matter was very troublesome. The reason why Aoqian hadn't mentioned it to her was because she couldn't solve it either, so she could only drag it out.
Aoqian shook his head, "It's alright, take your time, no rush."
"..." Aoqian's answer left Song Xiwei feeling powerless.
She frowned at Aoqian and asked him, "I followed you to Chidu, hoping to help you and be your support. But now, you have problems but don't tell me, silently bearing them yourself. Is that appropriate? If so, what's the point of us coming to Chidu?"
Upon hearing this, Aoqian panicked, fearing that Song Xiwei would become suspicious of him because of his actions and feel disappointed.
He hurriedly explained to Song Xiwei, "No, it's not that I deliberately hid it from you. It's because there are many rules after I succeeded as the Demon Lord. I'm more free now, and it's also more convenient for me to do many things."
"But since you haven't officially succeeded as Demon Lord, there will be many hidden dangers. The Demon Clan is not truly unified and could be overthrown at any time. As for the rules, they can be reformed slowly after you succeed as Demon Lord."
What Song Xiwei said, Aoqian was well aware of.
only……
He wanted to save the best for when Song Xiwei accepted him.
If he could succeed to the Demon Lord when Song Xiwei accepts him, and Song Xiwei, as his husband, could receive the worship of all the demons, it would be truly rightful for him. Instead, he succeeds to the Demon Lord first and then slowly makes plans later, which always feels less grand and unfair to her.
"On the day of the Demon Lord's enthronement ceremony, according to the rules of the Demon Clan, a female Demon who meets the conditions for the Demon Lord to reproduce must be established as Empress." Ao Qian said this with great difficulty, keeping a close eye on Song Xiwei's expression.
Sure enough, Song Xi's eyes widened, as if in disbelief, yet also as if she understood.
"I understand. Young Master wants to reserve the position of Empress for the one he loves but cannot have, and doesn't want to just find someone to fill the position, right?"
Ao Qian met Song Xiwei's gaze and nodded vigorously, "Mm."
Song Xiwei felt that Aoqian was even more special in her eyes.
How can this person be so devoted and single-minded?
The position of Demon Lord was within his grasp, yet he chose to delay it for the sake of the woman he longed for but could not have.
If this isn't love?
"Is it that you can't live without her? Do you not want anyone else but her?" Song Xiwei pressed.
"Yes, it's love at first sight. All I can see is him, and I can't see anyone else."
"In that case, why don't you take the initiative and capture her quickly, young master! If needed, I can help you!"
Ao Qian was stunned by Song Xiwei's words. "You, you said you'd help me win him over?"
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