The Devil Does Not Need to Be Defeated

Chapter 406: “You Promised You Would Marry Me.”

Shien hadn’t expected to hear the word “tools” from Lucy.

Where did she learn that from?

Could it be from him?

Had he mentioned “tools” before?

It seemed… he had?

Shien couldn’t quite remember.

But undoubtedly, those noble sons from various countries, who thought their chance had come, that they could forge a marriage alliance with Lucy, marry this number one beauty and genius of the human world, and were racking their brains and ecstatic, were destined to be heartbroken.

As mentioned before, in other novels, this kind of plot could be dragged out for an entire volume, describing how the protagonist stood out from the crowd, surpassed everyone, slapped the faces of his rivals, crushed all the supporting characters, gained the highest recognition from the Kingdom and the princess’s heart, successfully winning the beauty’s hand, and ascending to the top, admired and worshipped by all, becoming famous.

But here, the winner was already decided, and the others were just going through the motions. It was simply too much.

If this were a serious competition, some supporting character would definitely jump out and yell about shady dealings and cheating.

In other novels, this would just be the supporting character’s impotent rage, but here, it was a fact!

Thinking of this, Shien couldn’t help but feel sympathy, even pity, for his so-called rivals.

Really, it wasn’t that they weren’t good enough, but that he had taken a shortcut and already won the prize.

Since victory was guaranteed, what was wrong with enjoying the prize first before competing with them?

Nothing wrong at all!

Therefore, looking at Lucy, who was looking at him expectantly, as if afraid he would be angry or object, Shien pretended to be lost in thought, secretly feeling smug.

Why did so many people want to use back doors?

That feeling of assured victory was truly satisfying.

However…

“This way, I’ll really be entering married life.”

Shien was a bit conflicted.

Although Lucy’s plan was good and resolved many of his worries, once he married her, he would inevitably be tied to the Kingdom.

At that time, his father-in-law, the King, might not be too harsh on him, but if necessary, Shien believed he would still ask him to work for the Kingdom.

This made Shien, who hadn’t had enough fun yet, click his tongue.

“…Don’t you want to marry me?” Lucy stared at Shien, her beautiful eyes filled with emotions that made Shien’s heart flutter. “You promised you would marry me.”

There was no escape now.

Lucy’s gaze completely blocked all of Shien’s escape routes.

Moreover, Shien wasn’t truly against marrying Lucy, just conflicted due to external factors. Therefore, he could only surrender.

“Don’t look so pitiful.” Shien touched his nose and said helplessly, “I didn’t say it wasn’t good, did I?”

Lucy’s eyes lit up, and she smiled happily.

That bright and happy smile could probably charm all beings in the three realms.

And perhaps, the only one who could make this smile bloom was Shien.

“Then it’s settled!”

Lucy held Shien’s hand, her face full of happiness.

Seeing this, Shien’s heart also stirred.

With this stirring, Shien’s hands became restless.

And with his hands restless, their clothes naturally couldn’t stay neat.

And with their clothes disheveled, what happened next was only natural, right?

Feeling all this, Lucy blushed, but didn’t say anything, just lowered her head and accepted all of Shien’s actions.

Shien chuckled and scooped up the most beautiful woman in the human world, the treasure of the Kingdom of Mitra, the princess regarded as a goddess, and walked towards the bed.

After a period of separation, a passionate reunion was only natural for this couple in love, about to get married.

…

At the same time, Lia was on her way to Lucy’s bedroom.

She had received news that Shien had returned and immediately gone to Lucy’s bedroom to meet her.

“I wonder what that man’s expression is like now.”

Lia thought to herself before arriving.

In her opinion, after returning and learning that he had become the top candidate for Lucy’s husband, Shien should be ecstatic.

Even though he had always been well-behaved (?) during his interactions with her sister, showing no improper intentions (??), never crossing the line (???), and never harboring any wicked thoughts (????), Lia felt that in this world, there was no one who could ignore her sister’s charm.

Perhaps, it was because of the difference in status that he had been self-aware from the beginning and hadn’t done anything inappropriate.

Perhaps he was just pretending, trying to deceive others and hide his true intentions.

Therefore, in Lia’s opinion, now was the time for him to reveal some flaws.

After all, he was now the closest person to her sister, and the most likely person in the world to become her husband. If he truly had some ulterior motives, at this moment, when his goal was about to be achieved, he might not be able to suppress his excitement, revealing his flaws.

Lia felt that she had to take this opportunity to observe the man and see if he could truly bring happiness to her sister.

“I hope he’s truly a man worthy of Lucy’s attention.”

With this thought, Lia prepared to go to Lucy’s bedroom and investigate for her sister.

For this purpose, Lia didn’t even bring Charl with her, trying to avoid any interference and achieve her goal.

If she brought Charl, when she tried to use some methods and angered Shien, causing him to act, Charl might immediately stop him to prevent Lia from being harmed.

At that time, if Shien truly had any malicious intentions, but they weren’t exposed because of Charl’s intervention, then it would be meaningless.

Therefore, Lia didn’t bring Charl and walked towards Lucy’s bedroom alone.

However, under such circumstances, Lia was also approached.

“So you’re here, Princess Liadella.”

With a surprised voice, Lia stopped in her tracks.

Because the owner of the voice was the person Lia least wanted to see.

“Long time no see, Princess. How have you been?”

The person who said these words was a frail, scholarly-looking noble, tall and thin, dressed luxuriously, with two knight guards by his side.

“Edel Lucica…”

Lia looked at the surprised nobleman, muttering his name, her expression turning grim.

The other party, as if not noticing this, approached with his guards.

“I’ve been looking for you, Princess Lia.”

The noble named Edel looked at Lia with a somewhat pale but enthusiastic smile.

Lia felt uncomfortable with his enthusiastic attitude and frowned, taking a step back unnoticed.

“Long time no see, Master Lucica.”

Lia bowed respectfully to him, seemingly elegant and polite, but actually showing an aloof attitude.

But Edel didn’t seem to notice.

“Didn’t I tell you many times to just call me Edel?” Edel said enthusiastically. “Are you alone, Princess Lia?”

“No, I’m not.” Lia immediately shook her head and said calmly, “My knight is currently unavailable and left for a moment. I just came ahead. She’ll be here later.”

Lia naturally said this on purpose.

Otherwise, knowing this man, he would definitely try his best to invite her for tea if he knew she was alone.

As expected…

“A knight?” Edel frowned slightly. “Leaving her post and abandoning the princess she’s supposed to protect is truly dereliction of duty. Why don’t you come with me, Princess, and have a cup of tea at my place?”

Edel acted considerate and gentlemanly.

But the more he acted like this, the more disgusted Lia felt.

(Do you really think I’m a fool, like those young noble ladies, who can be deceived by a few sweet words?)

Knowing his true nature in private, Lia thought disdainfully, but she maintained a polite expression.

“No, thank you. My younger sister is currently preparing to choose a husband, and it’s a busy time. Both as a member of the royal family and as her older sister, I have a duty to help her.”

Lia politely declined Edel.

“Princess Lucy’s husband selection… huh?”

Edel didn’t suspect anything, but a strange glint appeared in his eyes.

Clearly noticing this glint, Lia felt even more disgusted.

Therefore, Lia no longer hesitated and said, “Then I’ll take my leave. Excuse me for not being a good host.”

Leaving these words behind, Lia immediately turned and left.

“Wait…!”

Edel finally reacted and was about to call out to Lia, but she had already walked into Lucy’s bedroom with quick steps.

Seeing this, the enthusiasm on Edel’s face turned into ruthlessness.

“Damn woman, still as arrogant as ever.”

Edel’s face turned grim as he muttered resentfully.

“You’ll fall into my hands sooner or later. Let’s see how long you can hold out.”

After saying that, Edel glanced at Lucy’s bedroom, as if thinking of the princess whose beauty was unparalleled in the world, a hint of infatuation and jealousy flashing in his eyes.

“If I had known about this opportunity, our family shouldn’t have targeted Liadella…”

Edel left, his heart filled with unwillingness and resentment.

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