The Devil Does Not Need to Be Defeated

T/N:

I made a mistake in previous chapters with these two characters (Lumia and Lia). Now that Lumia has appeared more times, I’ve realized it. I got confused since both names share the same last character, and I was using ‘Lumia’ for both. If you didn’t find these errors, it’s because I’ve already fixed the previous chapters (14/12).

Lumia is a member of Vivian’s adventurer squad.

Lia is Lucy’s older sister and a princess of the Mitra Kingdom. (Her full name is Lia De lla – Liadella or Liabella) – The author mostly just call her Lia

Also, Lucy will be formally referred to as Roselucia in some moments. This is because Roselucia is actually her full name, similar case to her sister

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Chapter 441: Getting Married

“What? Announcing the results now?”

That day, Shien had just arrived at the palace, entered Lucy’s bedroom, and met with her. Before he could even get close… ahem, before he could even say a few words, Lucy told him this news, stunning him.

The “results” Lucy mentioned naturally referred to the results of the husband selection competition.

Yes.

Lucy was preparing to announce the results.

In other words, the Kingdom was preparing to announce to the world that Lucy’s future husband was Shien.

This was only natural.

“After you caused such a big commotion, how many people still think they can compete with you?”

Lucy said, a little annoyed.

Since the Lucica family incident, Shien had officially entered the sights of the major powers, earning their apprehension.

Before, Shien’s fame wasn’t based on his personal strength, but on his various achievements and feats, coupled with the “rumors” about his relationship with Lucy and Airi.

But this time, Shien had completely revealed his strength, showcasing everything he could, except for what absolutely couldn’t be exposed.

Airi, one of the Six Demon Lords, the Dragon Demon, had officially become his supporter.

He also had powerful figures like Yulin and Lilith by his side.

Moreover, he had displayed Celestial Magic and astonishing strength, as well as some connection with the Goddess of Nature. The current Shien, although his status might not be as high as many others, was unmatched in his uniqueness.

Nobles?

He had already destroyed several, all of whom were top figures in their respective countries.

Dignitaries and royalty from various countries?

They were just a small part of the vast human race. Could they compare to the Divine Race and the Demon Race?

Having the support of both the Divine Race and the Demon Race, possessing sufficient personal strength, and several powerful figures by his side, who in the human race could compare to him?

No one!

Therefore, when many nobles prepared to establish a relationship with Shien, they were actually admitting defeat, giving up on competing with him for Princess Lucy’s hand.

Shien himself also felt that the once omnipresent hostility in the capital had almost vanished, and the remaining hostility was from those who dared not speak up.

At least, no one dared to block his doorstep and challenge him to a duel anymore.

Shien could now walk openly on the streets. Although he attracted some attention, it was no longer the hostility and suspicion of the past, but fear and apprehension.

This showed that Shien’s status in people’s minds had indeed changed.

Therefore, Lucy felt that it was time to announce the results.

If she announced it now, no one would question it.

After all, if even the current Shien wasn’t worthy of Lucy, then no one in this world was.

Of course…

“Those noble young masters probably won’t give up so easily, right?”

Shien thought.

He knew Lucy’s charm very well.

The most beautiful woman in the human world being given away like this, Shien didn’t think those young masters would be reconciled to it.

The reason why simps were simps wasn’t just because they were humble, nor was it just because they had no bottom line, but also because they were like real dogs, incredibly clingy.

Let alone young masters, even ordinary commoners, if they became simps, they would do anything for their goddesses, without any self-awareness.

For example, Treece of Jeritte, wasn’t his foolish son just such an idiot?

Shien believed there must be many simp noble sons who were unwilling to see Lucy taken by him, this pig… no, this handsome devil!

Therefore, even if they didn’t dare to openly cause trouble for him, they might resort to some underhanded methods.

Shien didn’t think they would obediently accept their fate.

When it came to the goddess in their hearts, simps could become irrational at any moment.

Therefore, Shien was prepared to make an example out of a few more fools and completely scare away those with ulterior motives.

However, Shien forgot one thing.

“Those spoiled sons of nobles might be unwilling and try to continue causing trouble, but their elders definitely won’t allow it.” Lucy curled her lip. “No one wants to become the second Lucica family, so the heads of those noble families have recently given strict orders that no young members are allowed to cause trouble for you, or they will be expelled from their families, or even executed on the spot.”

“Executed on the spot?” Shien raised an eyebrow. “That ruthless?”

“Not everyone is like the Lucica family, with only one heir left. Many noble families have many wives and concubines and many descendants. If sacrificing a few younger members can protect the family, they would be more than happy to do so.” Lucy said to Shien, “It’s said that recently, several noble young masters have had their legs broken or been placed under house arrest by their families, just to prevent them from causing trouble.”

“Oh?” Shien smiled. “It seems I made the right choice this time.”

As expected, displaying his true strength and making others wary of him could prevent a lot of trouble.

His show of power this time had paved the way for him.

However…

“While deterring the small fry, you’ve also truly entered the sights of some major powers.” Lucy couldn’t help but remind him. “I received news that many people have appeared in the capital recently, like from the Demon Race Embassy. It seems some people from the Demon Race have come. They seem to be demons under the command of other Demon Lords, not the Moon Demon or the Dragon Demon. They’re probably here to investigate you.”

The Six Demon Lords were siblings, and it was said that their relationship was very good.

Before, the news of Airi appearing beside Shien wasn’t too sensational, and only the cautious Moon Demon reacted, coming to investigate personally.

But this time, Airi publicly declared her protection of Shien, even representing the entire Demon Race. Airi’s Demon Lord sisters naturally couldn’t ignore this and would definitely react in some way.

Moreover…

“There’s also some movement from the temple recently. It seems a goddess of the Divine Race has descended. She’s probably also here to investigate you.”

Lucy said.

“Unlike the Demon Race, which values strength, the Divine Race values power and domain, and to a certain extent, they value hierarchy even more than humans.”

“Inferior Gods would never disobey Superior Gods, and Superior Gods would never disobey the Three Goddesses.”

“They value hierarchy very much, and since you used the name of Nadue, one of the Three Goddesses, they will definitely come to investigate this matter.”

Therefore, the current royal capital wasn’t just filled with nobles from various countries, but also members of the Divine Race and the Demon Race.

This was the extent of Shien’s influence.

Naturally…

“Various countries in the human world have also sent people to investigate you, some to contact you. All sorts of forces have appeared in the capital, and the Knight Order even discovered traces of suspected Old Demon Faction members. All sorts of existences are now watching you.”

Lucy’s expression turned serious.

“Some of these people won’t do anything to you, some are even here to curry favor with you, but there are definitely some with ulterior motives.”

This was understandable.

The world was vast, and there were definitely many who would take risks.

Would existences like the Old Demon Faction not target Shien just because they were wary of him?

Impossible.

If necessary, they would even risk their lives to attack Shien.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t dare to openly band together and become enemies with the Divine Race, the human race, and even the Demon Race.

This was also the reason why Shien didn’t want to be too famous in the past.

No matter how much strength he displayed, there would still be some who weren’t afraid of death and would come to pester him.

Under such circumstances, the more high-profile he was, the more likely he was to be targeted, which was why Shien chose to develop discreetly, not because he was cowardly.

But since coming to the capital, he had become increasingly famous, and he could no longer be low-key, so Shien decided to be high-profile, at least scaring away most people and making them behave themselves in his presence.

Shien had already considered all this.

Lucy also understood, which was why she was preparing to strike while the iron was hot and finalize their marriage.

“Now that many people are just starting to be wary of you and don’t dare to act rashly, and your reputation is at its peak, having caused quite a stir among the commoners, if we announce this matter now, even if others are unwilling or dissatisfied, they won’t dare to openly oppose it.”

As she spoke, Lucy smiled.

She smiled happily.

“I’ve already talked to Father and told the Kingdom’s leadership about my intention to marry you. Everyone is now intimidated by the Divine Race and the Demon Race and can’t even utter a word of opposition.”

In other words, the Kingdom had also agreed.

They agreed to the marriage between Shien and Lucy.

“This…”

Shien was stunned.

Was he about to enter the grave?

It felt much faster than he had imagined, making Shien unable to adapt.

Lucy, on the other hand, her eyes sparkling, said,

“Father intends to announce this tomorrow, confirming your status as my fiancé, and then promoting your title as a reward.”

“Therefore, tomorrow, we will be officially engaged, and you will be promoted to Earl, becoming a true high-ranking noble.”

“By the way, Father also said that after the engagement, we can get married soon, and you will be promoted to Marquis.”

“Be prepared, okay?”

Lucy said all this happily, making Shien truly realize.

He was getting married.