I couldn't inspect either of them, whether that be due to a skill from the dragon or just because I wasn't strong enough.
And to be honest, it most likely was a skill from the dragon because I couldn't inspect the empress, who was a tad bit weaker than me… just reinforcing the idea of how strong that sun dragon is.
"Alright, so you will marry Ysal, and in exchange, we have to lend you exposure to your witch belief, and of course, you'll obtain your own land… I'm sure the amount will be satisfactory,"
…
"What the fuck? I knew you were giving me a lot of land… but a third of the entire goddamn plane? Are you stupid, or are you planning something?"
Their offer was something made in private, as we may have greeted each other in front of all of those disgusting and greedy nobles, but we needed to make sure our deal was done in private so nothing suspicious could happen.
"We are not planning anything… it's just a part of the plane is completely dead due to the absence of the demonic kingdom. Thus, we would like you to reunite any survivors and create a dukedom that will bring that part of the plane back to life,"
"So you want me to be your tool? You want me to practically become your servant who does your bidding? Am I right, or am I right?"
The empress smirked ever so slightly before taking a sip from the tall chalice of wine right next to her.
"That's right. You will become our servant. You will become a duke for our kingdom, so I do not care what you have to do… but get it done," Ysal stepped up, and just her presence was enough for me to rethink my plan.
"Tch… I guess… the payoff is good in exchange for my pride as a leader. Spreading my ways and gaining land…." I muttered to myself, leaning back in my chair before taking the chalice of wine right next to me and sniffing it.
It didn't smell like it was poisoned, so I took a sip it was definitely the tastiest wine I had ever had in my entire life… but I knew this was just part of their plan to win me over.
"Okay, so, what will it be?" The empress asked, setting down the chalice of wine and leaning over the desk separating us.
"Give me half of the plane. I mean, it would be awkward for me not to control the entirety of the demonic territory… unless you're hiding something," I smirked, and as the two women both glanced at each other, the empress let out a long sigh.
"Sure, why not. But I hope you know what you must do to earn our trust. Marry Ysal… or Loath if you want. It will be your choice to pick, so I hope you choose wisely," The empress smiled.
BAM
Suddenly, the door to the empress' office swung open while a woman with dark red skin, pitch black eyes, two demonic horns, and a very revealing dress stepped in, the pressure just coming off of her being so immense that it felt like it could rival that of Ysal's.
Everybody here is too strong… This will be difficult…
"Ysal, you do not need another wife. You have me and the dirt little elf, but especially me," The demon smiled before waltzing over to Ysal and hugging her tightly, the queen responding by kissing her on the top of her head.
"Alright. I will be taking my leave now. I wish you all well and the best of luck until our next meeting," I smiled after chugging down the chalice of wine and taking my leave.
But, just before I could reach the doorway, the demon called out to me from behind, and I found myself frozen in the doorway.
"You… I know what you're going to do…." The demon announced before turning to Ysal and whispering something to her.
Can she… read minds?
"Yes, I can read minds, silly. Now come back here. I must tell you something," The woman ordered, and I didn't think it over much before walking back toward her and sitting back down in the chair.
"So, you believe Loath wants to be independent of us? Do you really believe such a silly thing?" The demon laughed hysterically, her fingers getting a bit too comfortable with the sun dragon as she slowly worked her way up to her chest, nearly fondling it before having her wrists caught and hung above her head. "J-Just joking. I-I w-was just joking,"
"Mhm," The dragon rolled her eyes before dropping her hands, allowing her to rub her sore wrists.
"Anyways, back to the main topic. You want to join forces with Loath, that broken and arrogant elf who thinks the world revolves around her. But, I will say this now… that woman always comes crawling back to Ysal," The demon smiled, poking the dragon's chest and then quickly ducking out of the way to avoid the queen dragon's grasp.
This woman is insane…
"Well, I had no intention of joining her anyway," I smiled, slowly walking back down the room until one other woman stepped in.
"Oh? Loath? You're back," The empress smiled, gesturing for her to come closer, and as I passed by her, she gave me the stink eye.
…
(Salva POV)
"Salva, come here," Ysal said as soon we saw the witch leave I was hesitant to come closer as I knew what she was going to do… but I still gave in anyway and obediently stood beside her.
"I-I was just joking around," I stuttered with Ysal suddenly bringing me into a bear hug and then scratching the top of my head with her knuckle. "O-ouch… don't do that. That hurts,"
"Then, don't embarrass yourself or me again… understood?"
"Yes, ma'am~," I sighed before looking at the dirty elf sitting in the chair across from the empress.
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