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

The city gate was already packed like a barrel, and even the city walls were covered with mischievous children. Suddenly, the sound of drums and horns rang out in the distance, and a sharp-eyed man shouted, "They're here!" As dust rose, a troop of soldiers marched in orderly steps, their iron armor gleaming in the autumn sun, making it hard to open one's eyes. Behind them followed the prisoners, their chains jingling, each one disheveled and filthy.

The people of the royal city crowded at the city gate to welcome General Ravend Black's victorious return.

The people of Westphalia cheered with joy whenever they heard that General Ravend Black was going to war.

Because General Ravend Black's campaigns always brought news of victory.

Each time, General Ravend Black was able to defeat the enemy with a small force and keep the capital safe.

In the hearts of the people of Westphalia, Revander Black was no longer just their great general, but also the god of war of Westphalia.

And the bombshell news that General Ravend Black brought back from his campaign drove the people into a frenzy!

General Ravend Black led 20,000 troops against the Central Legal King's army, which outnumbered his own, and suffered no casualties. He not only killed the Central Legal King Albert Lane, but also brought back tens of thousands of prisoners and swallowed up all the supplies that originally belonged to the Central Legal King's army.

This was undoubtedly a great victory, elevating General Ravende Black's standing in the hearts of the people of Westphalia to an all-time high.

Compared to the prestige of General Ravend Black, the people have many complaints about the current emperor of Westphalia, Edmund Celestio.

The order to collect taxes ahead of schedule nearly cost the lives of ordinary people.

Even if it wasn't outwardly expressed, the hatred of the people of Westphalia towards Edmund Celestio had undoubtedly reached a new level.

"Welcome back in triumph, General Ravend Black!"

I don't know who started it by shouting that sentence.

Immediately, the people rushed forward, creating a deafening roar.

"Welcome back in triumph, General Ravend Black!"

Ravend Black, who was about to enter the city, received such a grand welcome from the people that he grinned and waved to them.

This move made the people even happier.

"The general is waving at me!"

"Stop joking, he's clearly waving at me!"

"So handsome, I want to have his babies (fangirl face)..."

Once the welcoming party was in place, the soldiers at the city gate began to herd people away, shouting loudly:

"Everyone, step back! Don't obstruct the General's entry into the city!"

The enthusiastic crowds were surprisingly obedient, stepping aside to make way for General Ravend Black to enter the city, and the road was packed with people on both sides.

As Ravend Black entered the city and walked along the road crowded with people, the crowds on both sides erupted in cheers once again.

Ravend Black smiled and waved to them.

Then, he led his generals and men toward the palace.

Upon returning victorious, he would certainly report the battle situation to His Majesty King Edmund Celestio.

Upon arriving at the palace, under the intense gaze of the palace guards, Ravend Black stepped into the palace.

He led a group of generals and bowed to Edmund Celestio on the throne.

"Your Majesty, I have successfully fulfilled my mission!"

The soldiers' booming voices echoed throughout the palace hall, while Edmund Celestio on the throne beamed with joy, unable to stop smiling.

"My beloved subjects, rise at once!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

The soldiers then rose to their feet, and Edmund Celestio saw their piercing eyes.

Honestly, Edmund Celestio was very surprised.

He knew his general would not disappoint him, but he never expected that Ravend Black would bring him such a big surprise.

They killed Albert Lane, the central legal ruler, and brought back tens of thousands of prisoners, a large amount of supplies, and suffered almost no battle losses.

This great victory delighted Edmund Celestio.

The War of the Eight Princes had been going on for several years, and the royal family had been in a passive and defensive position.

Finally, someone broke the deadlock, reducing the War of the Eight Princes to the War of the Seven Princes!

In his delight, Edmund Celestio became more generous with his spending.

Reward according to merit.

The credit naturally goes to General Ravend Black.

General Ravende Black had reached the end of his military career and was himself a duke. Given the precedent of the War of the Eight Princes, Edmund Celestio dared not bestow any more titles upon non-Dukes.

Edmund Celestio reluctantly accepted the reward bestowed upon the Grand General.

"Reward General Ravend Blackburn with 10,000 gold coins, then allow him to choose any three items from the Imperial Treasury!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

A hint of surprise was hidden beneath Ravend Black's composed gaze.

I never expected His Majesty would be so reluctant as to let him choose three items from the imperial treasury.

It was clear how happy Edmund Celestio was about this great victory.

This credit naturally went to Arthur Wellesley, who betrayed the Central Legal King.

"Arthur Wellesley, having repented, is hereby granted the title of Marquis of Guiyi and awarded a thousand gold coins!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Arthur Wellesley's face lit up with joy.

This betrayal of the Central Ruler King will earn you far more from the King himself than the Central Ruler King would have given you.

In his excitement, Edmund Celestio even gave rewards to all the generals and soldiers who went into battle.

But actually, he wasn't that generous; Edmund Celestio didn't change his personality.

The gold coins awarded were not from the royal treasury, but rather a large portion of the wealth plundered from the Central Legal King Albert Lane during the expedition. This was what the soldiers deserved, while Edmund Celestio, who did nothing, swallowed so much wealth and filled the royal treasury.

Compared to this income, the three items lost from the palace treasury are nothing; Edmund Celestio would hide the more valuable items.

After all, no one knows what good things are in the palace treasury. If he says what is the best, who can suspect that he is hiding something?

In addition to bestowing rewards, Edmund Celestio also planned to host a banquet to reward the victorious soldiers.

"Tonight, let us hold a victory banquet for all our soldiers!"

The banquet invited generals and nobles from the capital to celebrate the successful conquest of the king.

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"A resounding victory!"

Throughout the royal city, every tavern and any noisy place was filled with people talking about the heroic triumph of General Ravend Black, making it a popular topic of conversation throughout the city.

"To kill a professional of the same level in a direct confrontation, this General Revander Black is quite something..."

But is that enough?

The blue-haired girl glanced lightly at the bustling city, her figure gradually disappearing into the shadows...