Lisandra sat in the Magic-Powered Vehicle parked by the roadside, which had just been about to leave for the palace, and chatted with Lanchi for quite a while.
Since they had plenty of time today, she wasn't worried about being late.
She had also gradually learned many things about McCarthy and the princess.
Once, McCarthy had accidentally frightened the princess. Since then, he had always remembered to appear before her in a natural way.
At first, McCarthy had only wanted to wait until the princess happened to discover him, or until she visited Lisandra's home one afternoon, at which point he, McCarthy, would come over as well and slowly begin reminiscing with her.
He wanted Hughberlian to see his residence, and Lisandra's home happened to be right next door. She was also Hughberlian's friend, so everything could help Hughberlian feel at ease.
Sixteen years of waiting, aimless wandering and hard work, the purchase of that mansion, and his generous charity toward many demons—all of it had been done just so that, one afternoon, he could "chance upon" the princess in the home of an unfamiliar demon.
"It's a pity I have no way to invite the princess over to my house..."
Lisandra lowered her head and murmured.
McCarthy's wish was so simple, yet she couldn't fulfill it.
"It's all right. You've taken good care of Hughberlian and accompanied her earnestly every day. I'm truly grateful to you."
Lanchi thanked Lisandra.
After a brief farewell,
Lisandra carried the black-and-gold McCarthy restaurant cake box and headed briskly toward the palace.
As she stepped onto the square before the palace, all kinds of strange Demon Realm flowers bloomed in the morning dew, releasing waves of fragrance.
She couldn't help slowing her steps, savoring the pleasant floral scent while thinking about how to tell