The incident continued in waves, and most of the nobles were terrified. Even if they had the level of magicians, it didn't mean that the nobles who had never seen blood would think of resisting.
They would only engage in minor skirmishes on the dueling platform, rarely facing death directly.
Today's vampire attack could very well cost them their lives. With the shadow of death looming overhead, it's unlikely anyone would want to continue the ball.
Under the emperor's arrangement, the nobles quickly evacuated the palace, and Maggie was no exception. She walked out through the gate, causing such a commotion that the reward had to be postponed.
Maggie turned to look at the Duke not far away. Her dear father was also looking at her, his eyes staring at her as if to tell her that only under the protection of the Zefneria family could she live a peaceful life.
She lowered her eyes slightly, turned around, and walked away with the crowd.
If the Duke hadn't done so many heinous things, to be honest, he would have been a very sincere collaborator, even going so far as to expose himself as a contractor of a demon lord in order to help her survive.
Indeed, it shows great sincerity.
Unfortunately... in her original world, drug trafficking was a crime punishable by death, and it wouldn't be a pity.
As Maggie thought about it, a chill flashed in her eyes.
The vampire and demon who fell together are still at large. Looking out the window, they can see two figures lying on the ground, surrounded by a group of royal servants and magicians, as well as... magicians from the Green Tower.
The Kingdom of Saint Na also has a branch of the Green Tower, although it is a bit far from the palace. However, when the palace encounters a difficult situation, they will politely step in and do their best to resolve it if they can.
Without compromising the interests of the Green Tower.
However, the situation is different now, since the value of a demon lord and a high-level vampire is still very attractive.
Maggie hesitated. Actually, she should go back to her room now, which would be more in line with her saintly persona, but she was somewhat tempted to approach the people at the Green Tower.
Just as she turned around to go downstairs, a figure suddenly appeared behind her and grabbed her hand.
Maggie paused, turned around, and was surprised to see Eve looking at her with a worried expression.
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Before she could speak, Eve dragged her to the corner, found an empty room, slammed the door shut, pulled her to the sofa, sat up straight, and looked at her with a serious expression.
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Maggie was bewildered, not understanding what Eve was up to.
Suddenly, Eve spoke, her expression unwavering.
"I will find a way to eliminate any trace of that demon and prevent anyone from suspecting you. Your Highness, rest assured, no one can threaten your position."
Upon hearing this, an eerie silence fell over the air, and Maggie's mind went blank.
What is the child saying?
What kind of nonsense are you imagining?
Seeing that Maggie didn't speak, Eve said with a guilty look on her face.
"I know you exposed the existence of the demon for my sake. Your Highness, rest assured, even if you are related to the demon, you are still the most perfect Your Highness in my heart."
“If... if one day the God Lord abandons you, I will definitely work hard to cultivate and surpass the God... no, surpass the God of Light, to protect Her Highness the Holy Maiden’s safety.”
Eve's face was full of determination, and she even changed her words to express her loyalty.
However, her words made Maggie, who had been listening in a daze, realize something, and she was instantly at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
"Who told you that the demon is related to me?"
Maggie rubbed her temples helplessly and asked in a gentle tone.
Eve's intuition is sometimes frighteningly accurate; she can always arrive at the correct answer even when the process and clues are all wrong.
However, the one lying under the castle had nothing to do with her, so she wasn't lying.
"Huh?"
Eve's expression froze on her face. After a long while, she slowly clenched her fists, her face turning bright red, and her tone became stammering, as if she didn't know how to explain.
"Um... Your Highness, I..."
Even though Maggie wasn't herself, she could sense Eve's embarrassment, which was practically overflowing from her.
"It's me... um..."
Eve tried to make amends, but the outrageous words she had just spoken could not be taken back no matter what she did. In the end, she could only hang her head in dejection, looking pitiful.
"I'm just scared..."
She was dejected, and her voice was so soft it was almost inaudible.
"It's okay, I don't mind."
Maggie finally spoke, gently interrupting the naive and innocent princess's self-isolation.
However, she never expected that Eve would want to protect her even though she believed that she was colluding with the devil, and would rather she rebel against the God of Light she once loved.
"That demon has nothing to do with me. Don't let anyone else hear what I just said."
Maggie solemnly explained.
This is something that could give people cause for criticism. The people of the Kingdom of Arnold, the Kingdom of Saint Na, and the Kingdom of Vatia all believe in the God of Light. Anyone who dares to speak out against their faith in the god will not only be executed, but will also face a difficult future.
Even if Eve is a princess, it doesn't matter.
"Oh, yes, Your Highness."
Eve nodded obediently; after the embarrassing incident, she was now extremely well-behaved.
...
After resolving Eve's doubts and inner conflicts, Maggie discovered that the vampire and the demon had vanished, leaving only a large crater in the ground.
The palace floor was paved with the most solid rock, capable of cracking into spiderweb patterns, which gives you an idea of the immense impact force.
But Maggie doesn't believe the Demon Lord will die so easily; he's most likely imprisoned in the Green Tower.
Those lunatics might actually have a way to circumvent the laws of the continent of Coral that reject demons and forcibly keep the demon lord there.
Maggie stopped looking out the window and turned to leave, preparing to return to her room.
Perkin emerged from the shadows at that moment, his snake-like eyes glowing eerily in the darkness, emitting an almost poisonous green light.
"What's wrong?"
Maggie stopped in her tracks, her eyes questioning.
Every time Perkin appears, he gives her important information. Buying him was the most profitable deal Maggie ever made. He's a very sharp knife, and the risk of being betrayed is very small.
"You...don't be nice to everyone."
Perkin's vertical pupils stared at her, his hoarse voice making his tone quite strange.
Why are you suddenly saying that?
Maggie didn't understand.
"Be careful..."
Perkin pursed his lips, a conflict flashing in his eyes, as if he didn't know what adjective to use, leaving Maggie completely confused. However, Maggie still answered him seriously.
"I am the Holy Maiden of Light, it is only right that I treat everyone well."
Perkin's expression was one of utter speechlessness, his eyes seeming to say, 'Consider it a pointless endeavor.' He disappeared from Maggie's sight again without a word.
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Maggie was full of question marks. Sure enough, she hated people who only said half of what they meant.
She really should find a teacher when she gets back and properly teach Perkin how to speak.
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