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

We rested for two and a half days until the night of the third day.

As the sun set, Delta, the nocturnal animal, also got up. Beta and Delta had originally planned to decide who would stay and who would go with another game of rock-paper-scissors...

However, when they arrived at Gray's house...

The door creaked open, and Gray came out on his own without the two of them having to come looking for him.

"Good night, Lord Demon Shadow..."

Upon hearing this, Gray simply nodded slightly and opened his mouth slightly:

"Ipsyron has arrived."

"what……"

Beta and Delta exchanged a glance, knowing that there was definitely no chance today...

wrong.

Beta remembered that Ipsilon was still a virgin, which meant... she wasn't worthy of being a competitor.

However, Delta was unaware that Delta and Ipsilon hadn't discussed related topics during their last meeting, so could Delta exploit this information gap?

However, before she could figure out what to do next, a silvery-white magical light flashed.

The next moment, the tablet... no, Ipsilon landed in front of Gray, kneeling on one knee.

"Lord Shadow... Your subordinate, Ipsilon, has important intelligence to report."

Gray was worried that he had been too idle these past two days and was feeling guilty.

Seeing Ipsilon's solemn expression and hearing that he had important intelligence, he immediately became interested.

"Let's discuss this somewhere else."

Seeing this, Beta and Delta finally realized that their leisurely days were over.

……

"dong dong dong"

"Please come in!"

Gray chose Aliceville's room as the venue for the negotiations.

First, I need to introduce myself to Ipsyron and Alice.

Moreover, Aliceville is practically one of our own now, and as someone the Shadow Court wants to support, it's best to bring her along for any important discussions.

With permission granted, Gray led Beta, Delta, and Ipsilon into the room.

"An emergency meeting? We have time."

Gray observed the traces of magical energy flowing within the room and knew that Aliceville was probably practicing some kind of star magic exclusive to the royal bloodline.

“Yes, we can start anytime,” Alice responded, noticing a new face among the three people following Gray.

Aliceville and Ipsilon locked eyes. Aliceville didn't recognize Ipsilon, but Ipsilon exclaimed in surprise as soon as he saw Aliceville.

"The missing Second Princess?"

Gray asked casually, "You know them? Are you sure?"

Ipsilon replied, "The appearance is basically the same. If we can use star magic, we can confirm that it is the person in question."

Alice Villa felt a surge of warmth at that moment.

Family members, who knows anything about this? Finally, someone who recognizes its value... and knows its worth.

Alice quickly used her starlight magic to draw a small ring.

"Now I can prove that I am Alice Villanelle, right?"

Gray didn't answer Aliceville immediately, but just glanced at Ipsyron.

Ipsyron immediately understood and said softly, "It can be confirmed that it is him."

Gray gave a dismissive reply: "Sorry, I've always doubted you."

However, whether it's the person in question or not isn't really that important.

The utterly unapology-free "sorry" already left Alice Weir feeling utterly helpless, let alone the second half of it...

Doesn't this mean she's useless? Although Alice is aware of her own limitations, she is indeed of little use, lacking both real power and financial resources...

But she is, after all, a princess of a kingdom. Even if she doesn't deserve respect, she shouldn't be belittled so casually.

However, being dependent on others, and wanting to save this country, he could only rely on the power of the Shadow Court. He had no reason to complain about being half a puppet.

It's much better than letting Westphalia continue in chaos, with its people suffering and ultimately perishing.

Alice Villa knew that Grey wasn't deliberately belittling her; he was just telling the truth.

It doesn't matter whether the uprising is led by members of the royal family or not. Even if it's called a peasant uprising, it's still the same. It's just that an uprising led by the second princess sounds more prestigious.

Gray said, "We're all here and ready to move in at any time. We're just missing your side. Is the cleanup work finished?"

Alice Villa replied, "It's almost over; it should be finished before noon tomorrow."

“Then let’s set off at noon.” Gray’s eagerness was palpable; he didn’t want to delay for even a second longer. “Before that, let’s hear Ipsilon’s report.”

She gestured for Ipsilon to speak, but Ipsilon gave Aliceville a deep look, as the content of the report was going to be very stimulating for her.

"Your Highness, this is not good news. Please be prepared."

Alicewiel froze for a moment upon hearing this, somewhat hesitant to listen, but still managed to say, "Go ahead... I'm listening..."

Ipsyron took a deep breath and began to speak slowly and deliberately:

Two days ago, General Ravend Black returned to the capital with the victory over the Central Rightful King, Albert Lane.

Aliceville's eyes were wide open.

Was the defeat of the king successful?

The War of the Eight Princes has been reduced to the War of the Seven Princes. He truly deserves the title of Great General…

But isn't this good news? There's one less eighth-tier professional to deal with.

Following Alice's question, Ipsilon continued, "That evening, King Edmund Celestio hosted a banquet for the victorious General Ravende Black."

During the banquet, an unexpected incident occurred: Ravende Black attempted to assassinate Edmund Celestio, but failed, inciting a rebellion among the guards and generals.

Aliceville's pupils contracted sharply upon hearing this.

This is back to the War of the Eight Princes, and the royal family is even missing the help of an eighth-tier professional. Unexpectedly, even that great general, Ravend Black, has rebelled.

Alicewiel asked anxiously, "Where is Father? How is he now?"

Edmund Celestio can be considered the pinnacle of an eighth-tier professional. With the added protection of a magic array within the palace, he could at least protect himself, if not quell the rebellion on the spot.

Seeing Ipsyron's somewhat evasive gaze, a bad feeling welled up in her heart.

"General Ravende Black has been confirmed to be the Archbishop of the War and Conflict faction of the Demonic Order, and has launched a rebellion with three eighth-rank bishops."

Edmund Celestio was no match for them, his escape failed, and tragically... he died..."

Upon hearing this, even Gray was somewhat surprised.

The King of Westphalia has been confirmed dead, which is good news for the Shadow Court, as they intend to quell the Rebellion of the Eight Princes and overthrow the tyranny of Edmund Celestio.

The loss of an eighth-tier professional... however, the emergence of the Demon Order and the introduction of three more eighth-tier bishops have actually made the situation even more chaotic.

and……

That King Edmund Celestio was Alice's biological father...