Chapter 543 Who said the Demon King isn't human?
The wheels rolled over the smooth coal tar pitch road, making a soft, rhythmic rustling sound. The sound was exceptionally pleasant, completely unlike the bumpy and noisy ride on the gravel road of the past.
'Lord Demon King...'
What brings you here?
"It's nothing, it's just that Youyou thinks you're too... clever."
A milky white mist floated beside Luo Yan, its muttered voice filled with astonishment, as if it had witnessed some incredible miracle.
It's not unbelievable, nor is it a miracle; it's just that we've seen too few of these things.
Hearing the whispered murmurs in his ear, Luo Yan smiled faintly, picked up his teacup and took a sip, as elegant as ever.
Multiple choice question?
joke.
Adults make choices, but the Demon King naturally wants them all!
At this moment, the Campbell family's carriage, which was rated to carry two people, was packed with four, making it quite spacious.
The Campbell family hero and the Padridge family succubus were huddled shoulder to shoulder on a chair, their smiling faces separated by what seemed like an ice wall.
Eileen sat upright, her hands folded on her knees, maintaining the elegant demeanor expected of the local royal family, though the smile on her lips looked somewhat stiff.
Mia turned slightly to the side, her gaze fixed on the fleeting scenery outside the window, her folding fan tapping lightly against her palm, as if the princess beside her were merely a wisp of transparent air.
The friction between silk and velvet sparks invisible electric light.
From the perspective of extraordinary power, the hero clearly has the upper hand; however, on another, more brutal battlefield, the Padridge family is overwhelmingly powerful.
At this moment, Mia flicked her hair behind her ear with her index finger, and three seconds later, Eileen also flicked her hair behind her ear, intentionally or unintentionally.
Okay—
It's also synchronized.
Unlike the unpredictable events unfolding on the opposite side of the table, Vivian's side enjoyed a completely different view.
A pair of calves encased in white stockings dangled in the air, swinging merrily like tireless pendulums. Her little face was flushed with the rosy glow of someone who'd been hit by a pie, and her slightly parted mouth seemed to burst into song with excitement.
Kukuku, is this the Magic City?
This must be the legendary "magic city" of Shanghai!
Vivian never expected happiness to come so suddenly. Just when she thought she had suffered a complete defeat, Bayeri's blessing suddenly fell upon her once again in despair.
She secretly glanced at the shapely neck and Adam's apple out of the corner of her eye, swallowed hard, and nervously twisted her fingers tightly around the lace trim of the skirt.
Without any fighting or grabbing, victory is within easy reach.
really--
Vivian is just too capable!
At this moment, Vivian was still immersed in her own delusions, unaware that the one with real power was not her, but the Demon King sitting beside her.
Let's go back half an hour.
Just as the coin of fate was about to fall, a sleek black figure shot out like lightning and grabbed it.
"Click".
The sound of wood snapping reached the ears of everyone present with pinpoint accuracy.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw that the rear axle of the Colin family's black carriage had broken in two without any warning.
The once impressive carriage suddenly tilted to one side, like a drunkard whose bones had been removed, collapsing to the ground in a sorry state.
Unbeknownst to anyone, right in the blind spot of the crowd, a petite black figure silently retracted a gleaming dagger, then vanished into the alley like a gust of wind, concealing her merit and fame.
A Platinum-level assassin may not be able to defeat a vampire of the same level or a Diamond-level knight, but they can easily use some tricks under the latter's nose.
Sarah understands her master very well; she doesn't even need a glance to signal him, and she never hesitates to act when the time is right.
Looking at the carriage that had suddenly "broken down," Luo Yan's expression was one of surprise, as if he hadn't seen it at all.
“By Saint Sith… this is such a bad timing.”
He first walked over to Miss Ya Ya, who was stunned, and gave her a concerned look.
Are you alright?
"I, I'm fine..." Mia turned around blankly, then said cautiously, "...Am I too heavy? I'm sorry...I'll get you another one later."
"..."
All right.
Although Luo Yan felt he had no heart, his heart was still stabbed by that sincere gaze, and his heartbeat seemed to stop for a second.
"No, I should be the one apologizing... The Colin family's carriage suffered such an embarrassing malfunction; perhaps we should have retired it long ago."
He concealed the cunning hidden behind his deep purple eyes and then looked at Eileen, who was approaching with a concerned expression.
"Eileen, I'm so sorry, could you please allow us to squeeze in with you?"
Eileen was slightly taken aback, then a gentle smile appeared on her face.
"What are you saying? Please don't be so formal. We're going the same way anyway, so why don't you ride in my car today!"
As she spoke, she looked at Ya Ya, who was on the verge of tears, and Miss Vivian, who was still AFK, and said in a sincere tone.
“Miss Yaya, and Vivian, I’m sorry for making this impolite request, but now we can only work together to overcome the current difficulties.”
Making guests stand in the crowd while they wait would be impolite, and Eileen promptly fulfilled her duty as a member of the royal family.
And so, we have the situation we have now.
A dejected Vivian listlessly climbed into the carriage, until her elder brother naturally sat down next to her.
As for the other two...
They could only try to process the awkwardness of being "shared in one room" on that originally spacious but now somewhat crowded seat.
The carriage continued towards Colin Manor. Seeing that the small carriage had not caught fire after a long time, Youyou couldn't help but mutter a frustrated remark.
'Demon King, this is absolutely inhuman!'
Luo Yan smiled faintly and responded calmly.
'Youyou, is this the first day you've met me?'
Youyou looked at him in surprise.
'Huh?! Aren't you human anymore?'
'What I mean is, I'm a flexible person; I can adapt to different situations.'
'...6'
Regardless of the stunned Youyou, Luo Yan certainly couldn't leave the two of them alone in their awkward situation, after all, this was a grand scheme he had devised to mend the relationship between the surface world and Hell.
Although he had just come up with this excuse, it didn't matter; he would make sure the death priests of the Great Tomb remembered it later.
[The Demon King, for the sake of Hell and humanity, has decided to sacrifice his own happiness.]
Just then, a beautiful figure flashed past the car window, and a huge poster hanging on a street corner building caught Eileen's eye.
She was a young girl in a long dress, her sweet smile carrying a fragile beauty that even made Eileen, a woman herself, feel a surge of protectiveness.
Although the giant poster was commonplace for the citizens of Thunder City, most people, except for country bumpkins who had just arrived in the city, would not even glance at it.
Unfortunately, Eileen, who was sitting in the carriage, was a "country bumpkin" who had just arrived in the city, and she came from the countryside outside Jiliu Pass.
"It's beautiful, isn't it?"
Hearing Colin's voice coming from across the street, Eileen snapped out of her reverie, but her gaze remained lingering on the window.
"who is she?"
Luo Yan answered softly.
"Elois, the female lead in The Bell."
Eileen turned around in surprise.
"Is she Eloise?"
"Of course, and you actually met the actress who played her at the banquet last night. Do you remember Miss Kiki? She toasted you very warmly."
Eileen looked at Colin with disbelief.
She couldn't remember how much champagne she had drunk the night before, but she had heard a little about Miss Eloise and The Bell.
Back in Twilight City, Theresa would occasionally bring me newspapers from Thunder City and often tell me about things happening in the military camp.
It is said that this show awakened the shared hatred of countless citizens of Thunder City and the Principality of Campbell for feudalism and their yearning for a republic.
It was then that she learned about the new word "republic".
Eileen also heard that the Iris Theatre Company was traveling with the royal family to Glenston Castle for the national tour of "The Bells".
The Earldom of North Creek Valley was their first stop.
The tour for the Earl of North Valley has ended, and the tour for the Earl of South Valley will begin soon, with the first stop set in Golden Cross City.
The Iris Theatre Company will resume its journey after preparing a performance to welcome the return of the Northern Rescue Army, and will turn there after the Earl of Spinol's territory is opened to traffic.
Luo Yan then launched into a conversation, discussing the plot of "The Bell" and the sensation it caused among the people, as well as its important mobilization role in promoting legislation in the Thunder City Council.
Seeing Eileen's gaze gradually shift from unease to focus, he smiled and turned to the side, thus drawing out Miss Ya Ya who was sitting next to her.
As early as when Luo Yan mentioned the bell, Ya Ya had already puffed out her chest and was eager to try. Now it was finally her turn to take the stage.
"...The success of this drama is not only due to the hard work of the actors, but also inseparable from the supporters behind it."
After a pause, Luo Yan continued.
"For example, the Miss Yaya Mitia sitting in front of you is the behind-the-scenes investor and founder of the 'Iris Theatre Troupe,' which is now famous throughout Thunder City."
Eileen froze, looking in surprise at Miss Yaya Mitia sitting next to her.
"So you were the one who prepared that drama?"
Mia opened her folding fan, covered her mouth and chuckled, speaking with a hint of smugness.
"To be honest, it is I."
The awkwardness in Eileen's eyes melted away, replaced by genuine surprise.
She had initially thought the other person was just a social butterfly, but she never expected her to be a talented artist.
“...Even on the front lines at Granstonburg, I often heard soldiers talking about the name ‘Elois.’ You’ve done something remarkable, Miss Yaya.”
"No, it's all thanks to Mr. Colin's excellent script. I was just responsible for setting up the stage and arranging a few suitable actors."
Mia gently waved her folding fan, her smile still elegant and proper, but perhaps because she was too smug, her aggression was surprisingly much less.
As she was speaking, she suddenly remembered something, and her peach-colored eyes lit up, like a fox that had spotted its prey.
"Speaking of which, I've long admired Princess Irene's name from back home. Your deeds leading the Northern Rescue Army are far more exciting than any story on stage. I happen to have an idea: to choreograph a new play based on your story. What do you think?"
"I?"
Eileen paused slightly, then instantly became uneasy. Her cheeks flushed slightly, her index finger unconsciously twirling the silver end of her hair at her temple, her eyes darting away.
"I...I'm probably not suited to stand on stage, and I can't act either."
Mia covered her mouth and chuckled softly.
"You're joking. How could we possibly let you stand on the stage yourself? We just need to find a girl with the right temperament and have her dye her hair silver. Ah... of course, this requires your authorization and some real details."
Eileen glanced furtively at Colin sitting opposite her.
If he were to write the script...
It's not that it's impossible.
"Okay then."
Luo Yan didn't notice the meaning in Eileen's eyes. He just sipped his black tea with satisfaction, happy that the two of them had found common ground.
But to be honest, it is truly blasphemous.
The succubus of the Padridge family rehearses a stage play for the heroes of the Campbell family, and the followers of the demon god sing the legend of Saint Sith.
This world is getting more and more chaotic under the Demon King's rule.
Their conversation expanded from drama to art, and then back to reality. That thing called "common language" acted like an invisible bridge, quickly bringing the two women closer together.
A brief peace was brought into the crowded carriage, and the two became increasingly enthusiastic as they talked, quickly shifting their topic from the next script to the script after that.
"...Actually, I don't think my personal story is important. More than my story, I hope more people will know what's happening in Twilight Province."
Seeing Eileen's hesitant expression but earnest eyes, Mia's eyes lit up instantly, almost unable to hide the heart behind her gaze.
By Bayeris—
Is there any knife more suitable for attacking Saint Sith?
“Miss Eileen, that’s a truly…brilliant idea!”
Mia placed the closed folding fan aside, excitedly grasped Eileen's hand, and looked at the latter, whose cheeks were slightly flushed, and said excitedly.
"How about... we use a small town that's been taken over by 'certain people' as our theme?"
"Some people?"
"It's those courts in black robes! Just seeing how they set up barbecue grills in the square, how they rip out the intestines of commoners and force them to eat them, how they force people to throw their cubs into frying pans, hehehe... that's truly something—"
"...Miss Ya Ya?"
"Ah! I was just kidding... Sorry, once the creative urge strikes, I can't really control myself."
Realizing she had overreacted, Mia quickly coughed and, to Eileen's astonishment, transformed back into the elegant and charming young lady.
“It’s alright, I understand…” Eileen smiled sheepishly and gently withdrew her hand from Miss Ya Ya’s. “Also, I can tell you about the real events that happened in Twilight City, as I was practically a witness myself. But… after all, it was the Court of Judgment. Is it really okay to fabricate their story?”
In the past, Mia probably wouldn't have been able to answer this question, but after being influenced by the Demon King, she's now considered somewhat cultured.
"Don't worry, Your Highness." Mia looked at her with a smile, her tone filled with convincing certainty. "Have you forgotten where I came from? I come from the Holy City. No one knows the bottom line of the Holy See better than me. We just need to let the demons in hell reenact what the Tribunal and King Ryan did."
This time, not only Eileen, but even Luo Yan looked at Mia in surprise. He didn't expect that this girl had made such great progress in just half a month.
It seems he underestimated Miss Ya Ya; it turns out she does take her subordinates' reports seriously.
No kidding, in hell this is actually a very good quality.
After all, Shanghai is a place with a high tolerance for error. As long as two out of a hundred brain cells are functioning, there are basically no major problems.
Even with Elder Zacro's massive outburst, and the War Department and the Demon Temple wiping out so many high-ranking demon generals with a single click, the Empire still hasn't proven itself powerful enough to push the battle lines underground.
In the end, it all passed with a laugh, and nobody mentioned it again.
If Vivian, who can subdue a group of second-generation demons, is a UR card in Shanghai, then Mia, who listens to advice, is at least an SSR card.
It seems that hell is about to rise a hundred years from now...
Luo Yan couldn't help but ponder this in his heart.
As for what kind of card Luo Yan, the councilor from Shanghai, has?
Prince Colin of the Holy City smiled without saying a word.
Shocked by this bold and ingenious idea, Eileen felt somewhat blasphemous, but considering the grievances she had suffered over the past year and the absurd atrocities she had witnessed, the holder of the Utawarerumono chose to acquiesce after a struggle with her conscience.
She was indeed a follower of Saint Seis, but she felt that she was first and foremost a human being, and should have the conscience and bottom line that humans should have. Otherwise, what difference was there between her and a goblin in hell?
The Book of the Word contains a special passage describing the conditions in purgatory, where goblins are said to suffer from the constant burning of fire, and demons take pleasure in tormenting them, often forcing them to eat their own intestines and then excrete them.
It was quite unexpected, though. I never imagined that this Miss Ya Ya was not only beautiful, but also had a heart that yearned for justice just like mine.
It was rare for this young lady from the Holy City to be willing to speak up for the people on the northeast coast of the Whirlpool Sea. If I hesitated any longer, I would be truly ashamed before the ancestors of the Campbell family.
“Miss Yaya, I admire your sense of justice. Too many nobles from the Holy City treat us like barbarians, but only you and Mr. Colin have never thought of us that way... Please go ahead and do it. Although I don’t know how to write a script, I will definitely share my knowledge and help you complete this script!”
Eileen looked at Ya Ya intently, and this time it was her turn to hold Ya Ya's hand, her eyes sparkling with seriousness and anticipation.
"Once we're settled, perhaps we can go to the theater together to hear Miss Eloise's bells ring, and while we're at it... maybe find some inspiration for that new script you mentioned!"
Thinking that she could finally help Luo Yan with her own abilities, Mia excitedly shook Eileen's hand back, and a genuine smile appeared on her face, a rare sight.
"It is an honor!"
...
The bumpy ride of the carriage was like a gentle lullaby, soothing Vivian's excited nerves until she drifted off to sleep.
She only opened her eyes groggily when the clear sound of silver bells pierced through her hazy consciousness, and wiped the drool from the corner of her mouth with the cuff of her sleeve.
"Hmm? Is dinner ready?"
She couldn't join in Eileen and Mia's conversation, especially since her attention was entirely focused on her brother standing beside her. Eventually, she dozed off.
Although vampires don't need to sleep, she's gotten into the habit of taking afternoon naps to save her abundant energy for the more enchanting night.
Looking at Vivian, who was still half asleep, Luo Yan, who was supporting her with his arm, made a teasing remark.
"woke up?"
Vivian was stunned for two seconds, then realized that she was hanging on someone with her feet dangling in the air, and her cheeks immediately flushed with an unnatural heat.
Those scarlet eyes closed almost instantly, and a moment later, a self-deceiving snore began, and his wide-open mouth revealed his canine teeth.
"drink--"
That voice was nothing like it at all.
Eileen, walking beside him, chuckled. Her gentle smile was captivating in the moonlight, like a lake shrouded in silver gauze.
"You two have such a good relationship."
Luo Yan's expression was somewhat subtle.
Okay?
Although he didn't think so, to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings, he decided to let Miss Hero continue to misunderstand.
Mia stared at Vivian with murderous intent. This girl seemed to have gone a bit too far with her arrogance, and before she knew it, she had snuck onto Xiao Luoyan.
She tried with all her might but couldn't pry open the vampire's claws, and eventually had to give up.
In this harmonious and friendly atmosphere, the Demon King, walking on a tightrope, returned to his "palace" in Thunder County with the three of them.
As for Sarah and Theresa's group, they followed Campbell's custom and moved with the royal guards to the restaurant in the annex.
There, the estate's chef also prepared a sumptuous dinner for them, ensuring they felt right at home.
Meanwhile, in the main building's restaurant.
The huge crystal chandelier illuminated the restaurant brightly, and a snow-white tablecloth covered the long dining table, while the candlelight on the silver candlesticks flickered gently in the breeze.
The air was filled with the aroma of roasted meat and creamy mushroom soup, making one's mouth water, and Vivian finally couldn't pretend to be asleep anymore.
Princess Lino excitedly rushed towards him.
"Sister Vivian!"
The little princess's favorite character is her brother "Gutaf," and her second favorite is her sister Vivian.
Vivian also took good care of this "little burden" who idolized her, regarding her as her true disciple in the human world, and taught her all the tricks she used to bully Nanfu.
Poor Nanfu became a "diplomatic gift" just like that.
With Miss Lino shaking her, Vivian finally reluctantly climbed off someone's arm and regained her usual "big sister" spirit.
However, the sight of the dragon awakening terrified Prince Richard and Alfred, who were trying to sneak past.
The two little ones turned pale as if they had seen a ghost, and almost crawled under the dining table, fearing that this terrifying "instructor" might suddenly decide to test his fighting skills on the table.
"Oh dear, Richard, am I really that scary?"
Vivian had just woken up and was in a great mood, looking for someone to practice with.
She gave what she thought was a kind smile to the trembling boy, but Richard trembled even more violently, sweat dripping down his face.
Fortunately, Nanfu walked over looking bewildered and successfully absorbed the firepower from the two little ones...
Meanwhile, a touching reunion was unfolding at the restaurant entrance.
"Eileen, it's been so long! You're finally back!"
Mrs. Anthony walked excitedly to Eileen, gave her a big hug, and then looked at her face with concern, saying, "My husband and I have been worried about you. I'm so relieved to see that you're still as healthy as ever!"
“Thank you for your concern, madam,” Eileen gave a proper knightly salute, her face filled with longing. “I was also thinking of you and my brother while I was at the front.”
Mrs. Antony smiled with relief and looked at her with tender eyes.
"Speaking of which, you already met Edward when you were in Granstonburg, right? How is he doing over there? Has he lost weight?"
Eileen said with a smile.
"He's very kind. I heard he even prepared a deerskin cloak as a gift for you, made by craftsmen from Glenstonburg after he hunted the game himself. He also excitedly told me that he shot it with a Rocky 1054 rifle, hitting it with a single shot from 500 meters away... He's never seen such an accurate musket."
Actually, not only Edward, but Irene had never seen him either.
The Northern Rescue Army did not equip itself with the Roxay series rifles, since by the time these rifles rolled off the production line, the battles that needed to be fought in the Dusk Province had already been completed.
The Salvation Army guerrillas probably used that stuff even before her men.
Antonie smiled.
"Haha, that's just like him. He's like a child when he's happy. By the way, how are things between you and Mr. Colin?"
As she spoke, she glanced mischievously at Mr. Colin, who was instructing the butler to prepare the dishes.
Eileen's cheeks flushed slightly, and she suddenly became hesitant.
Upon seeing her expression, Mrs. Antony's eyes immediately held a hint of ambiguity, revealing an "I understand" look.
"I see, then I won't ask any more questions."
Upon seeing that look, Eileen and Ya Ya panicked almost simultaneously.
"Wait a minute...it's not what you think."
"That's right! Colin isn't that kind of person!"
After they finished speaking in unison, they looked at each other blankly, and then an awkward atmosphere silently spread.
"It's so good to be young."
Anthony chuckled, her eyes darting between the two of them for a moment before subtly ending the conversation.
Although Edward always wanted to bring Eileen and Prince Colin together, she always felt it was better to respect the opinions of the people involved.
His Highness Colin has already helped the Campbell family too much; they should be grateful, not desperately want more at all costs.
Even from her sister-in-law's perspective, she genuinely wanted Eileen to be happy...
...
The long-awaited family dinner began, and the elegant and gentle Duchess Anthony, wife of Archduke Edward, had been waiting with her three children for quite some time.
With the addition of Luo Yan's "family," the spacious restaurant instantly became bustling with activity.
The atmosphere at the table was warm and lively, as if it were a continuation of the conversation on the carriage, except that Madame Antony had joined in.
Since the two families were already quite familiar with each other, they didn't adhere too strictly to formal etiquette.
Vivian boasted to the two little Campbells in a carefree manner, while Nanfu blushed and talked to Miss Lino about things at Thunder City University.
Eileen then quietly recounted her experiences in Twilight City over the past year to Madam Antony, Mia, and Luo Yan.
This includes what she saw outside the city of Twilight, including people kneeling before the black-robed judges and pleading, and people selling their souls for a loaf of bread.
"...The court used bread looted from the countryside to aid the citizens of Twilight City. If the citizens are already living in such dire straits, I can't even imagine what the situation is like in the villages. Not a single person has come to Twilight City to escape. Even when the Green Forest Army was rampant, this didn't happen... This is too unusual."
The court hearing had a profound impact on her.
It was even larger than the Green Forest Army.
She witnessed the madness of desperate people who had nowhere else to turn, and she also saw a group of self-proclaimed righteous people slam their suffering onto the chopping board.
And all of this happened in the name of her faith, right before her eyes, to the point that she began to doubt whether the sword in her hand was still righteous...
Anyway, her body is definitely no longer what it used to be.
The man named "Luo Yan" used evil magic to turn her into a vampire and injected filthy power into her body.
Of course, Eileen didn't dare tell Anthony about this.
She didn't even dare tell her brother; only Colin, a few of her confidants, and a certain dwarf lord of the High Mountain Kingdom knew the secret.
It wasn't out of distrust of her brother's family; she simply didn't want them to bear the pressure of being accomplices for no reason.
Mrs. Antony gently held Eileen's hand, comforting her.
“Eileen, that’s just how our world is. There are no two-sided coins, not even in Thunder City. I imagine you’re shocked by how things have changed today, but I still have to give you a dose of reality. Even in Thunder City today, not everyone can feel the warmth of the Holy Light… and that’s why your brother is still using the royal treasury to subsidize the poor.”
"Whatever you see in Twilight City, please keep your heart bright, carry the light of praise bestowed upon you by your ancestors, and continue onward with a clear conscience. Although Edward sometimes doesn't understand, I think there must be a reason why it came into your hands."
That was a temporary decision by Grand Duke Aaron, but it may also be a matter of fate; the two things are not contradictory.
Eileen muttered softly.
"I knew... but... I didn't expect it..."
Luo Yan took a small sip of champagne.
The Duchess was a smart woman, as was her husband.
He believed that even if his identity as the Demon King were exposed one day in the future, they would be surprised at first, but after the surprise, they would definitely choose to continue their current tacit understanding.
This is a good choice for both Campbell and the labyrinth. As the masters of this duchy, they can see not only victory and defeat, but also the countless possibilities that follow.
However, Eileen might not be the same.
She was a true idealist, willing to burn herself for the beliefs she held dear.
Luo Yan wasn't afraid that Eileen would turn the Utawarerumono on him, but rather worried that Eileen, unable to withstand the blow, would turn the Utawarerumono on "herself".
Vivian must have realized this as well, which is why she was so restrained today, not making a fuss at all on the way, even though she was so bored that she fell asleep.
Although this kid is a bit crazy at times, capable of unleashing a "full-force" flying kick on a three-year-old, the fact that this platinum-level expert has never actually caused any harm is also "the other side of the coin."
She truly cares deeply about the people she genuinely cares about.
It's just that sometimes the way they express concern is a little "hellish"...
“Colin…”
Seeing those emerald green eyes suddenly turn to him, Luo Yan put down his champagne and responded gently.
"What's wrong?"
Eileen hesitated for a moment, then said softly.
Do you think... I'm doing the right thing?
Luo Yan was also undecided. Was she asking about concealing her vampire identity from Lady Antony, or about the events of the past year in Twilight City?
Although he felt that Eileen didn't need to feel guilty, since the dirty work was done by the Lionheart Knights and the Inquisition, perhaps Eileen herself didn't think so.
Her anguish was much like that of the swordsman Gaunt.
Despite their immense power, they were still forced to compromise with worldly authority, shamefully confining themselves to their high towers.
Gunter eventually went to Huangtong Pass, but he did witness the man-made disaster that occurred in Quemu Territory after he left...
After pondering for a while, Luo Yan finally decided to bypass the two current possibilities and lay the groundwork for possible "choices" in the future.
"...I think instead of dwelling on right and wrong that have already happened, we should consider how to make choices that will leave us with no regrets."
Eileen paused for a moment, pondering the words carefully before asking.
"Then... if you were in my position, standing in the attic of Twilight City, what would you choose?"
"Of course, I'll do the same as you, do what I can, and leave the rest to fate," Luo Yan replied without hesitation this time.
Because that's the truth.
He was like that when he was in the Demon King Academy. If he hadn't found the divine spark and hadn't witnessed the Demon King Dragon being killed by Aaron Campbell, he would probably have gone to the front lines step by step to gain experience, and then bowed his head to Miss Padridge, who wasn't inherently bad.
There's nothing shameful about living off a woman; Mr. Festing is no exception, and even the demon Bayeri got a fortune from his father-in-law.
Although the Demon God Temple doesn't mention this matter, it is in the Demon King Academy's library.
However, to Luo Yan's surprise, Eileen showed a comforted smile after hearing these words.
She picked up the champagne, took a small sip, and hid the warm blush behind her low-hanging hair.
"Thank you, I feel much better."
...
Happy times are always fleeting.
Dinner came to an end as the last dessert was served.
Mrs. Antony stood up, told the children who were still playing with Nanfu to put on their coats, and then said goodbye to Prince Colin, the owner of the estate.
Although they wished to stay a little longer, in order not to disturb their masters' rest, they would go to the Andes Manor, where the royal family was currently staying in Thunder City, to spend the night.
In the foyer, servants had already handed over coats and hats.
Eileen put her travel cloak back on and looked at Colin, who had seen them off at the door, her eyes filled with reluctance.
"Can I... come see you tomorrow?"
“Of course,” Luo Yan nodded with a smile. “I’m always welcome.”
Eileen's lips moved as if she wanted to say something, but perhaps thinking of what happened last night, she blushed and looked away.
But at that moment, her gaze fell on Miss Yaya, who was standing not far behind Colin and showed no sign of leaving.
Out of politeness, and also out of a subtle probing, she asked a question without thinking.
"Miss Ya Ya, hasn't your carriage arrived yet?"
As she spoke, she glanced again at the dark night outside the door, her tone concerned and considerate.
"It's getting late, and we're still quite a distance from the city center. I mean... if you don't mind, would you like us to give you a ride?"
Foreign guests in Thunder City usually stay at hotels on Queen Street, and she subconsciously assumed that Miss Ya Ya also stayed there.
Mia tilted her head and answered instinctively.
“A carriage? Ah… no need, I live here…”
Although it's true that the guy who said those words was a demon, Luo Yan was certain that Mia had no malicious intent when she said them.
Because there is no doubt that Miss Padridge speaks without thinking, which is fundamentally different from Vivian's self-righteous pranks.
Even though this remark wasn't meant to be malicious, it still wiped out the heroine's hard-earned health bar...
Just as those words fell, Luo Yan heard a soft "click" sound, and a rather loud noise came from the doorway.
Then, Theresa walked over, looking apologetic, and approached the bewildered Mrs. Antony, bowing her head as she spoke.
"I'm sorry... Madam, our carriage has broken down, and we'll have to stay here for another night."
Hmm?
Sarah, standing in the shadows, looked up in surprise at the loyal female knight, her cat ears twitching slightly. She hadn't expected that her moves would be learned by her.
"This... how could this happen so suddenly?" Mrs. Antony stood there speechless, only relieved that it hadn't broken down halfway.
"I'm so sorry." Theresa kept her head down, then secretly glanced at Eileen's back, thinking to herself that this was all the help she could offer.
"What about the other carriages...?"
“It’s broken too.” Theresa’s ears turned red, but thankfully they were hidden by her hair.
“…Colin,” Mrs. Antony looked to Colin for help.
Luo Yan would certainly not refuse the lady's request, even though he saw through the loyal knight lady's unskilled acting at a glance.
"Please don't apologize, it's my pleasure—"
Before he could finish speaking, Princess Lino cheered excitedly, lifted her skirt with her little hands, and dashed towards the main building of the manor like a bolt of lightning.
Luo Yan raised an eyebrow in surprise.
Following Alfred's awakening at the age of three, the Campbell family has produced a third awakener in its new generation!
Thinking of this, a sense of relief appeared on his face.
It seems that not only has Hell risen to power, but humanity has also risen to power.
The world of the future will surely be more wonderful than it is today...
(End of this chapter)
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