Chapter 8: 8 - The Demon Heir ( 1 )
" We were looking for you."
You officially creeped me out, kid. First you sent out people to watch us, then you want to talk to us, now you are looking for us? Why are you looking at Lucy so lovingly? Do you like her?
Multiples thoughts ran through Ivar's head. This guy is getting more suspicious and his magic level is pretty high.
Ivar silently appraise the guy,
[ STATUS}
Kazan Apis Ragnesse
Race: Demon
Title: Demon Lord's Heir
Age: 24
MP Level: 45
MP: 4500/ 5500
HP: 80/100
Weapon: Shadow Clone Sword
Magic: Shadow
- Metal
Core: 78%
Contracted: Shadow Panther ( Miseris)
- Firus Lione ( Coale)
Skills:
Shadow Manipulation ( Intermediate)
Metal Manipulation ( Intermediate)
Self- Healing ( Beginner)
Forging ( Intermediate)
Strength Enhancement: x1.5
Speed Enhancement: x1.2
Special Skills:
Shadow Clone ( Intermediate)
Darkness Empowerment ( Intermediate)
Shadow Tower ( Begginer)
' His stat is pretty good.'
' For others,yes but he's too weak for anyone of us, Why isn't he called the genious of the century?'
' When he was younger, he had that titled but when he turned 10, he somehow developed a disease that would act whenever he uses too much power.'
Ivar nodded, looking at the male. Surely, without the need of working hard, he would be the future demon lord and have people begging for his attention but why is his magic level so high. More than that, why is he looking at Lucy!
Even if he is the future demon lord, that doesn't mean that he has the right to start chasing our leader. NO, it's impossible, Lucy wouldn't fall for such a guy. He could be faking it for all we know.
' Why's he looking at you.'
' Why're you asking me, even though I control life and death, I can't read minds. He definitely doesn't like me even if he wants to catch my attention. Even if he does, so what? It's our first time meeting each other.'
' But even if you guys have never met each other, he might be your secret stalker. What will happen if he just, I don't know, kidnap you then imprison you. He could also wa...'
' Stop your rambling, Ivar. You've been reading to many novels. Do you realized that Lucy's magical level is over 200 while his is at 45? There is no way that he can kidnap her. Your thoughts, girl managed scare me.'
Ivar was about to protest when she was interrupted.
" I know you might be suspicious of me but I promise that I will not harm you."
Kazan has been watching the girls talk with their eyes, it was almost clear what they were thinking.
Are they really the ones from the prophecy? They clearly have no magic, or they have have magic that is stronger than his.
When comparing magical abilities, the person with a higher magic level will be able to sense every person's level that is lower than themselves, while people with lower magic won't be able to sense people with higher magic level than theirs.
" Of course we are, demon heir. How about you be a good kid and tell us why you want to meet us."
The comment from the girl with yellow eyes surprised him, he clearly went out of his way to disguise himself but how did they find out.
The 3 figures were all wearing mask, the only thing that he could see is their hair and eyes. He slowly scanned the 3 figures but stopped at the blonde hair one. Something about her makes him unable to look away.
" How about you lead us somewhere else. This place is clearly not very secluded and we have things to do so hurry up little heir." The girl with black hair said.
" Of course, let's go to my palace." The comment made him blushed. How silly of him to daydream.
' I thought demons are cold blooded, but this demon heir is quite different.'
' You never know what's in the minority. Either way, you can't like him, he's for Lucy.'
' Stop shipping me with that kid, I don't have interest in love.'
' Yes, yes. Of course you wouldn't, definitely wouldn't think of that.'
Lucy then glared at the cowering Ivar.
" You lead the way."
Kazan then nodded leading the way.
Ivar mentally cheered for Tinuviel thanking her then also follow the rest.
After they left the area, the group ran through the forest toward Kazan's palace. It took them about 5 vats to get to the palace following Kazan's speed.
Even though they could have teleported but what's the fun of that? The kid that's in front of them can't estimate their powers so why reveal all of them at once?
When they finally arrive at the palace, they were greeted with the sight of the silver palace.
The demon heir's palace was called the Silver Palace because it's made entirely out of protection stone making it the second safest place in the kingdom. It was quite ... fit for a heir.
Kazan then led them into an office-like room. The group then sat in the centre of the room enjoying the already laid out treats. It looks like he was all prepared for this.
" So little princeling, tell us what you want from us." Lucy said.
" it better be a good reason if you want to leave here in one piece."
" Of course, it started during the deadly war, the demon race was one of the races that received a prophecy. It was about 7 girls appearing and will raise an army and will destroy every race that had gone against them. Unfortunately, it didn't state the time that will happen so kingdoms that had received the prophecy decided to keep it a secret to prevent the public form panicking. 20 years after the war ended, the words of the prophecy started to light up and we concluded that they had appeared. We then secretly investigate who they are and it took over 10 years to finally find you guys but looking at you, we might be wrong."
What? He just chasing us because we were suspicious but then concluded that we weren't the one because we look unique?
A figure suddenly enter the room, by the look on his face, he was previously eavesdropping on their conversation. His aura was somehow familiar... he use be the other person who was watching them the day Aella woke up.
" Please don't be offended to what he had said."
The 3 then slowly scanned the man and appraised him.
[ STATUS}
Ruke Etherwood
Race: Demon
Title: Demon Heir's Attendant
2nd second of house Etherwood
Age: 28
MP Level: 45
MP: 4500/ 4500
HP: 95/100
Weapon: Mist Cyclone Sword
Magic: Water
- Lightning
Core: 68%
Contracted: Thunder Manilator ( Ceraun)
Skills:
Water Manipulation ( Intermediate)
Lightning Manipulation ( Intermediate)
Manipulation of weather ( Locked)
Strength Enhancement: x1.2
Speed Enhancement: x1.2
Special Skills:
Water Wolves ( Intermediate)
Lightning Dance ( Advanced)
' Once again, not bad. He looks quite decent.'
" What do you mean by that, Etherwood? "
Rule felt a shivered when the group stared at him. He shouldn't have came in.
" Please don't be angry, he just said that unconsciously."
How did they know his background. He definitely didn't reveal his name unintentionally right?
He could now feel them reaching their limit, judging by his level of magic, each of them must either not have magic or that their magic is incredibly high. He decided to choose the latter since it sounded more reasonable but it also mean that the young master had offended 3 powerful people.
" Let me ask again, WHAT DOES HE MEAN, RAGNESSE?" The girl with yellow eye asked.
The question made him flinch, it was the first time in his life that someone has the audacity to yell out his last name. Normally, it would have upset him and they would get beheaded right away but as of right now, he felt as though he is as small as an ant. He clearly is at a disadvantage and the line between life and death is getting thinner.
" I'm s... sorry, you guys are a group of 3 and the prophecy said that there are 7 girls."
" Is that it?"
" T...that's it."
" Then why are you stuttering? We're reaching our limit."
Kazan then looked at the girl with red eyes, her eyes looked directly into his souls making him shiver. he thought that she was the kindest one of the group but with how she's currently sitting, with her legs crossed and chin on her hand, she screamed the word authority.
It was clear that she was also mad, what a great first encounter.
" What he meant was that, you guys were not what he thought the prophecy was talking about. He thought that you will be like other woman. L...like wear dresses and staying home to wait for her husband."
WHAT? This kid's brain definitely have at least a few screws loose, no most of it is loose!
The prophecy clearly said that they will destroying whoever so how will staying at home help with anything? He also dare to even think of that? Even though Xarity is also a male dominated kingdom, that doesn't mean that male should look down at women to this extent. This is simply outrageous!
" I'm starting to want to finish you more and more."
" I'M SORRY! Please don't kill me, there are things that I need to do."
He then ran over and hugged Lucy's thigh, crying and begging her not to kill her.
In the first time in their life, they saw a male crying and begging them! This is truly fascinating. There was no way that they will let this kid die, at least right now but they wouldn't spill the tea like this.
' He's interesting I must say.'
' He definitely different.'
' Help me. Get him off of me.'
" Little kid, get off of me. You seriously want to die? You two, what are you laughing for?"
" Promise to not kill me and I will let go."
Lucy was then speechless, this kid was truly sly but she has more experienced.
" ... Fine, I will not kill you," Kazan then let go and cheer" at least not for now."
That left Kazan running back to Lucy but this time she was prepared. She immediately moved to the other side of the table and casted a barrier, the others did the same while they watched the amusing show. it caused the poor boy to fall facedown towards the couch, he then pitifully sat up and rubbed his precious head.
This sight was simply to funny to ignore causing Ruke to giggled. He knew that his master was creative but he never knew he was this shameless to be doing this type of thing.
They will tell this to the rest of the girls when they get back. They could clearly see the kid having fun teasing their leader but he unfortunately doesn't have enough skills.
" Stop playing, little kid. Let's get back to the main topic. What do you want us to do."
" We want to have an alliance with you." Rule said while trying to calm down.
The 3 looked at each other, if they wanted to make an alliance, they would have to call the others but that's too much work. Let's just settle it the normal way.
" Interesting,..." Tinuviel sighed, but then looked at the pair of males "we have come to a decision after talking to each other."
Ruke and Kazan looked at each other confusingly, they were just looking at each other and they've came up with a decision? Either way, the answer is obvious. Who wouldn't want to make an alliance with the 3rd strongest kingdom?
Even though, they did sacrifice a little bit of their reputation, it was definitely worth it. They would have 3 powerful people helping them even if they are not the group from the prophecy, it will at least keep their country safe.
They might seem cold hearted but they wanted the absolute best for their people even if they have to act like this. Unlike the public, this is high society, everyone lives under a mask and it won't easily be taken off but his young master just acted out of line for these girls. Why were they so special?
" We will destroy this country." Ivar said smiling.
The pair then felt their whole world stop.
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