The maid squad is too strong, what use is there for me, the Demon King?

Ivy Wendy has always been taught etiquette, music, calligraphy, and painting by Elandir's personal tutors—skills that showcase her talent.

Something that embodies femininity.

In reality, while she didn't dislike these things, she wasn't interested in them either; she was learning entirely according to Erandil's wishes.

She loved reading, especially romance novels. She longed for and dreamed of love, and often secretly read these kinds of books that Elendil forbade her to read.

She had no freedom; she was simply subjected to the education that Elandil intended to cultivate her into a tool for a political marriage, day after day.

Perhaps that's why she yearns so much for the stories in the book, displaying a lovesick and infatuated demeanor.

Compared to Philippa, Ivy Wendy's situation was much more tragic.

At least Reginald dotes on Philippa, unlike Ivy Wendy who has a father like that.

She disguised it very well.

On the surface, she was very obedient and completely followed Elandil's orders, which made Elandil think that his daughter was really obedient and easy to control. He was very satisfied with his "creation".

In reality, beneath her obedient exterior lies a rebellious heart.

That's why she was able to escape her arranged marriage and avoid being sacrificed as a tool for the union of elves and humans.

Elendil, her father, never expected that his usually obedient daughter would suddenly run away.

By the time the order to pursue her was given, it was too late. Ivy Wendy had already arrived in the Kingdom of Olmec, and it was not feasible for the Kingdom of Saint Tian to pursue her to the Kingdom of Olmec.

Then came the story we know: this incredibly romantic elf girl deliberately captured the slave team and was rescued by Gray.

Beta gritted her teeth. Her trust in Gray far outweighed her fear of Elendil. She took a deep breath and removed her black robe.

"It's been a long time... Father..."

Shedding her black robe, a stunningly beautiful elven girl dressed in white appeared.

Her skin was as white as snow, delicate and smooth, as if radiating a faint moonlight. Her long, silvery-white hair, cascading down to her waist like a waterfall, danced gently in the wind, highlighting her exquisite features. Her emerald-like pupils, clear and transparent, now revealed a hint of fear and evasion.

Beta adored this pure white outfit, but it was the complete opposite of the uniform of the Shadow Court, which meant she rarely appeared in such a pristine white guise.

In response, Gray stated that the black robes were to conceal his identity, and that he was free to dress as he pleased in private; it's just that the Shadow Court servants didn't have much time for private matters...

Elendil recognized Beta at a glance. Rather than surprise and disbelief, what could be seen in his eyes was more anger.

"Ivy, how dare you show your face in front of me?" After learning that Beta was his daughter Ivy Wendy, Elandil's attitude completely changed, and he roared angrily.

"Do you know that it is because of your elopement that the country has fallen to its current state? War with humans, internal rebellions everywhere, you sinner of the elven race, how dare you come back!"

Beta responded to Elandil's roar with a submissive attitude; that's how she always managed to get away with things from Elandil.

She lowered her head, unable to face the furious and enraged Elendil.

This fear was deeply etched into her heart.

It's alright, just bear with it. It's just a few scoldings, what can Father Emperor do about it?

He wouldn't let go of Lord Demon Shadow no matter what he did.

It's all in the past now; I can still follow behind Lord Shadow and keep up with him.

The tranquility of the royal city of Erlin was shattered by a deafening roar. A purplish-black magical light barrier erupted instantly, its terrifying power enveloping the entire city.

The light barrier, like an invisible wall, spread rapidly, engulfing everything in its path with its terrifying power. The buildings in the royal city trembled under the pressure of the light barrier, as if they might collapse at any moment.

The light curtain continued to expand, enveloping the entire royal city, and the elves' fear permeated the air.

The entire royal city was plunged into darkness, and the one who started it all stared at Elandil with furious eyes.

Elandil felt as if he were being targeted by some terrifying beast; every cell in his body trembled with fear, and he was completely terrified by Gray's imposing presence.

"I mean, aren't you a little confused about the situation?"

As if he had brought trouble upon himself, Elandil felt as if he were in a purgatory, and then, to his dismay, he poured a bucket of oil on himself.

Despite being the king of the elves, he had no dignity whatsoever; he was nothing more than a brat who had done something wrong, was being scolded, and dared not utter a word of rebuttal.

Monster... Monster... How could such a thing exist?

Elendil's heart was on the verge of collapse. Neither the Demon King's domineering aura nor the overwhelming purple-black light curtain could rouse him to resist.

"I don't care about Ivy, Wendy, or Princess Sainte-An."

She is Beta, one of the Ten Kage, a servant of the Ten Kage level, and one of the elders of the Shadow Court of My Demons.

You really dare to berate my people to my face?

Gray was indeed very angry, and he wanted to help Beta overcome her fear by telling her that there would be no problem with her directly revealing her identity and standing in front of Elendil.

He felt that the Elf King was sensible and wouldn't dare to openly rebuke Beta like that.

It seems he's been living too comfortably and doesn't know who he shouldn't mess with, or perhaps he thinks he's a qualified father standing on a moral high ground and there's nothing wrong with him condemning his daughter?

Demonic Shadow...Sir...

Beta stared blankly, her beautiful eyes wide with disbelief, watching her father being suppressed by the Shadow Demon, barely daring to breathe.

That felt so good, so satisfying!

Especially the phrase "my people," which made Beta blush.

Unfortunately, she wasn't "my woman".

"A person who raises his daughter as a tool for political marriage, a person who only thinks about pleasing humans but ends up making a mess of things, a corrupt and decadent person who blames others for his mistakes—stop joking!"

After saying that, Gray took Beta's hand and, amidst her adoring and affectionate gaze, lifted her up in his arms.

Beta's brain was so hot it was about to crash; she was completely in a state of infatuation.

By the way, Beta is Gray's number one fangirl.

So handsome, so warm...

I so want to... repay Lord Shadow's kindness with my own body...

You little glutton, just say so if you're in heat. You went there because you wanted Gray's body...

Holding a soft, flawless body in his arms, Gray had no time to care about anything else. He simply leaped into the air with Beta in his arms, leaving behind a single sentence.

"The previous conditions still stand. I'll give you half a day to tell me your choice."