Chapter: 37. They Plot Against Me!
Fortunately, the silent exchange of glances between the mother and daughter did not make Xue Feiya explode, as the doors of the Demon King’s Great Hall were pushed open again.
Normally, if it were just a noble arriving late, it wouldn’t draw everyone’s attention.
But at the moment the door swung open, a massive wave of palpable magic filled the hall, and the commotion instantly fell into a deafening silence, as if it had entered a vacuum.
Even the slightly weaker three-winged demon nobles felt their breathing become labored.
This was understandable.
After all, when the Six-Winged Demons let their magic overflow due to anger, such an imposing presence would emerge.
An ancient voice approached from afar, carrying a hint of anger despite its frailty.
“Your Majesty, this old minister has heard of rebel forces causing chaos. Is this true?”
“Uncle Jeffrey, you have come rather late.”
“Ha…! I truly can hardly believe that there would be traitors within the current Demon King’s Army; I thought it was a joke from the servants. Ha… This old minister is simply too blind and ineffective in supervision, allowing such ruffians to run rampant…! Hahaha, it seems some people feel that life has been too comfortable and that they have too long to live!”
Every scoff echoed with layers of magical ripples through the ground as the tip of the cane struck the floor, sending the candles in the hall swaying wildly.
Six-Winged Demon Jeffrey.
Wrinkles at the corners of his eyes reflected a fierce killing intent as he glanced at Salno, who was half-kneeling on the ground.
As the greatest noble among the demon race, Jeffrey was regarded as the elder of all nobles. Upon hearing that Salno’s younger brother was causing chaos in the army, this old man felt that it was not only humiliating but also an insult to his own dignity.
If he didn’t show some authority… how could His Majesty’s royal power hold weight in the future!
But the magic storm radiating from Jeffrey was suddenly…
—Gone.
A hint of surprise suddenly appeared in the old man’s eyes.
Because he caught sight of Princess Xue Feiya sitting in a corner of the hall.
Princess Xue Feiya had indeed returned!
But what puzzled Jeffrey was not her return, since a servant had reported that to him long ago.
What astonished him was…
That Xue Feiya was making some incomprehensible gestures?
Sometimes she pointed to herself, sometimes to the ceiling, then pounded her little arms, and suddenly raised her hands high, like a celestial maiden scattering flowers.
He couldn’t understand what she was trying to convey, but Jeffrey’s earlier anger had dissipated.
He chuckled to himself, unconsciously withdrawing all the magic that had been displayed due to his wrath.
“This little one… is still as lively as ever… Haha, I thought being in the Human Kingdom would harden her temper… turns out I was overthinking it…”
As he muttered to himself, Xue Feiya was getting anxious!
In frustration, she slapped the disguised Holy Sword at Xiya’s waist with her little hand, the blade producing a mournful sound.
“Uncle Jeffrey…! Don’t just be angry and do nothing! Hurry up and recommend yourself as the commander to quell the chaos! I’m worried sick!”
“Mm?” Xiya tilted her head to look at the increasingly anxious Xue Feiya, “Xue Fei, do you think Mr. Jeffrey is the most suitable candidate? Indeed, he’s strong.”
“This isn’t about suitability! Oh Xiya, you don’t understand… that look from Mother just now had a deep meaning. I have a feeling that if Uncle Jeffrey doesn’t become the commander, I’m going to be in big trouble!”
“Wh…! Then… can you use mental voice transmission to tell him?”
“No way, Uncle Jeffrey is too cautious; he constantly maintains a magic barrier, so mental voice transmission is ineffective. But I just hinted at him with gestures; he should be able to understand, right?”
“A hint?”
“Yeah, slapping my arm means ‘become the commander,’ raising my hands means ‘be bold and recommend yourself’!”
“Who can understand that?!”
No, no, no… judging by how Princess Belis was nodding in admiration, she actually understood?!
But unfortunately.
She might be the only one capable of comprehending Xue Feiya’s abstract gestures.
Herlith had returned to her place as queen, laughing silently.
Only the dumbfounded Demon King stood at the front.
Uh… so, Herlith? Who exactly are we pointing out as the commander?
In fact, everyone already had their own conjectures.
Since Jeffrey had arrived, there probably wasn’t much suspense left, right?
He had high prestige, the longest service, and undeniable battlefield experience.
Most critically—none of us can defeat him.
As long as Jeffrey says he wants to quell the chaos, His Majesty the Demon King should have no reason to refuse.
However…
Although Jeffrey was here in anger, he didn’t seem too anxious.
His cane transformed into magical light before vanishing, and kneeling down was quite a struggle for him.
“Lord Jeffrey, no need for formalities.” Herlith smiled slightly, as if already aware of something, “Since you are here, it means the task I entrusted you with has been completed?”
“Replying to the Queen, this old minister has indeed prepared well. The troops to hunt down the rebels are already on the way.”
Huh??
The speed of the change in circumstances far exceeded the expectations of the nobles.
Just a moment ago, they were discussing who should take the role of commander, and now, the expeditionary force was already en route?!
Perhaps because they were not at the highest level, their efficiency in obtaining war information was still too low.
Well, but Dizna, as the highest-ranking Demon King, was clearly unaware as well.
No worries.
The army has mobilized, but I don’t know; the Demon King is used to this.
Chief of Staff Salno did not stop thinking.
After hearing that troops were already in motion, he was surprised but quickly reacted.
“Lord Jeffrey, are you saying…?”
“Yes, Salno, currently among the Demon King’s Army stationed outside, only one legion can be mobilized.”
“Indeed… but that unit is too… too unreliable.”
“That’s not something you need to worry about, young man; think about your own situation instead.”
“Yes… Lord Jeffrey is right. Once I catch that scoundrel of a brother, I will personally end him… but if they encounter high-level races and lack the order of the First Legion, they might struggle to be competent…!”
“If they meet high-level races, we just eliminate them together; as my demon army, there is no need to fear any enemies.”
“……”
Salno indeed had no authority to speak now; being implicated by his brother, he was merely a figure trying to redeem his sins.
However, as the chief of staff of the legion, he still felt that this was inappropriate!
“Your Majesty the Demon King…! I know it’s improper to say this… but that unit truly does not follow orders; there are too many uncertainties… If possible, I would still request that the First Legion be dispatched immediately. If they march through the night, they should be able to intercept the rebels before them!”
“?”
No.
So what unit are you referring to now?!
“The Demon King’s Army, Second Legion.”
Herlith remained silent until then, finally displaying a satisfied smile as she surveyed the Demon King’s Great Hall.
She signaled with her hand for Dizna to return to the throne.
Once the Demon King settled, it seemed to announce just how insignificant the rebellion was.
Nobody noticed that when Herlith announced the name of the unit preparing to advance towards the rebels, a tremor ran through the hair of Princess Xue Feiya, as if she sensed something exceedingly alarming!
The murmurs far outweighed the praises.
Because without Salno’s reminder, anyone could figure out… the Second Legion was a unit with considerable uncertainty.
“Can they do it?
…Isn’t the Second Legion always battling magical fish on the border? Those people do whatever they want; they refuse to take orders.”
“Right… I heard they injured the newly appointed legion commander last time; they’re just a bunch of demons!”
“The Second Legion was led out by Princess Xue Feiya, right…? Ugh, just like Her Highness, strong in combat yet with such a peculiar personality, unstable… cough, mentally unstable.”
Hey! You over there, don’t think I can’t hear you just because you’re speaking softly! “Mentally unstable” doesn’t sound much better than “sick”!
Do you believe I’ll chop you for disrespect?!
And you! Livra, no laughing!
For Xue Feiya, the bad situation was just beginning.
Herlith, holding the blue royal staff, rose and stood beside the Demon King, her elegant hand resting on his shoulder.
In the name of the Demon King, she proclaimed the eradication of the rebels.
If Jeffrey wanted to recommend himself as the commander, he would indeed be an undeniable choice.
However.
There was one person; if she became the commander, even Jeffrey would have to comply without question.
“Lord Salno’s suggestion to mobilize the First Legion is understandable given the desire to protect the nation, but this is inappropriate. For mere rebels, using our Canbino Capital’s defensive army would be overkill, and it would appear as if our demon race fears something, making it easier for high-level races to take advantage of us. We don’t need to take that risk.”
“The Fourth Legion is currently at the forefront intimidating Aulus Kingdom and Corea Church State; they are not suitable for long-distance mobilization.”
“Then, the only suitable troops left are the battle-tested Second Legion.”
“This is a unit you all despise and look down upon, yet the fact is, it defeated the First Legion during the last military exercise.”
“Everyone, trust them.”
“Trust in your princess, Xue Feiya Halder’s reformed legion, to defend the honor of the demon race!”
“Just as she fought valiantly in enemy territories for years and returned with all her strength to protect the nation, her resilience is the pride of our demon race.”
Please do not forget for whom the returning princess once fought.
With a solemn expression, Herlith handed the staff, symbolizing the dignity of the demon race, into the hands of Demon King Dizna.
Dizna did not care about the specifics of the battle.
The Demon King, who scorned the rebellion, felt a surge of blood within him, eager to burn the wilderness.
Haha… having Xue Feiya quell the chaos, someone is going to be in a world of trouble!
“In the name of the Demon King, I declare.”
“From now on, I appoint my daughter Xue Feiya as the commander of the Second Legion and as the legion leader, to march forth and quell the chaos!”
Thus.
The demon race, which had been waiting for this moment, erupted in cheers and blessings for their powerful and unyielding princess!
“Long live the First Princess! May Her Highness be glorious and prosperous in martial affairs!”
Who the commander to subdue the rebels was, probably after the resounding announcement of the Second Legion, no choices were needed anymore.
Who can command the Second Legion?
It only requires one person in the entire demon race, and even the Demon King himself might have to take a few punches.
Xue Feiya’s forehead throbbed with veins, her expression stiff as she painfully waved her hands in response to the adoring cheers.
“Long live the Queen Sister! Long live the Queen Sister!”
“Belis, you don’t need to join in the ruckus?!”
Isn’t it noisy enough already!
Wuwu, Mother, why do you have to betray your own daughter?!
When Xue Feiya communicated with Herlith using mental voice transmission, the question she asked was what puzzled her the most.
【This… this isn’t right, Mother? According to what I know of the Second Legion… those ghosts… those warriors will not follow orders! The big fish of the Extreme Ice Land haven’t been caught yet! Wait… even if they do, can they restlessly go to intercept the rebels? What did you tell them?】
【Oh, nothing much~ Mother just told Jeffrey to inform the Second Legion that Princess Xue Feiya has returned, and she is at the Northern Border. If the Second Legion wishes to see her, they are allowed to act freely. Oh dear… their marching speed is faster than expected!】
【!】
Sure enough, you’re plotting against your own daughter!
