I've Already Become a Demon God, and You Want Me to Be a Villain? Part 46

That night, many protagonists began to make their moves.

At a Magic Academy, several protagonists set out together, heading openly toward Holy See Headquarters.

"Stick to crowded places. Don't take dark routes—go straight down the main street. Their spies are everywhere around here," one protagonist said, afraid the others might wander off.

If they did not want to be ambushed on the way, they had to stay out in the open.

Now, armored knights could be seen everywhere in the Royal Capital.

Teams of Royal Capital guards were also patrolling.

The streets were packed with people.

Many had gotten up early and were heading toward Holy See Headquarters.

After all, the Royal Capital was so vast that even on foot, it would take them several hours to get there.

As long as they stayed in the open, the Villains' people would not dare make a move.

"Guy isn't coming?"

"It's normal that he isn't. His teacher is a Holy Domain. In the Royal Capital, who would dare lay a hand on a Holy Domain's disciple?"

"Sigh, if only I'd been a step faster. Then I could have become the disciple of a Holy Domain too."

"Don't worry. It's only been a few days. We have plenty of chances."

"..."

The few protagonists followed the main road, trailing behind a group of nobles as they headed for Holy See Headquarters.

Amid the crowd, many eyes had already fixed on them.

The same scene was playing out in other areas as well.

The spies belonging to several Duke-level Villains were simply too numerous.

As the true powers behind the Duke Families, they could mobilize an enormous number of people.

Every area in the Royal Capital where they knew protagonists to be was being watched by a large number of spies.

For example, at a Steamed Bun Shop with booming business, the owner and several shop hands were selling steamed buns.

They looked like ordinary merchants.

Yet no one noticed that one of the less busy shop hands was constantly watching the outside.

Thus, before long, the movements of these protagonists were reported to the Duke-level Villains.

"They all went to Holy See Headquarters at the same time? Did they notice something?"

The news made the Villains, who had already gathered together, frown.

If these protagonists all went to Holy See Headquarters, it would become much harder for them to make a move there.

No, making a move was not actually the biggest problem.

The problem was how to distance themselves from it afterward.

As for the Demon Invasion, they could ensure that it would not be traced back to them.

Originally, some demons liked to invade after certain God's Blessing ceremonies.

But making a move at Holy See Headquarters would inevitably carry some risks.

"Probably not. They aren't that capable yet. I think they're afraid that while all of the Royal Capital's attention is focused on Holy See Headquarters, we'll take the opportunity to strike."

"Mm, that should be it. These protagonists are all quite clever."

After discussing it, the Villains set aside their worries.

Then another problem arose.

Once these protagonists reached Holy See Headquarters, how were they supposed to make their move?

"Once the demons invade on a large scale, killing a few people amid the chaos would be nothing. In a war like this, even quite a few legion commander-level figures would probably die. These protagonists aren't of high status, so it shouldn't be a problem," a Duke's Heir said gravely.

"That's right. There's no need to worry too much. Once the demons come, the entire Royal Capital will be in chaos. If a Holy Domain takes action, no one will be able to find any trace. Taking care of those few won't be difficult," another Duke's Heir said.

"Mm, it's actually convenient that they're together. It saves us the trouble of looking for them everywhere... But just in case, after the Demon Invasion begins, have those thugs you bribed seize the chance to cause some trouble in the city and make things even more chaotic."

"Alright..."

The Villains quickly reached a decision.

Whether protagonists or Villains, both sides had begun making their own moves and plans.

Within the Abyss.

In an immense abyss, vast numbers of Abyssal creatures and demons were still pouring into several passageways.

In the void above the Abyss stood a Magic Array that looked utterly steeped in evil.

The one who had set up this array was none other than the Spike Demon God.

He had first arranged a Magic Array on his own side, so that once the blood sacrifice in the Crescent Kingdom began, he could descend upon the Continent of Gods at the fastest possible speed.

"Roar, Succubus Demon God, how are your preparations going?"

The Spike Demon God spoke with Su Mo as he watched his Demon Army.

Within the Succubus Dynasty, the Little Spike Demon God had already been released.

Then, through the Little Spike Demon God, he saw that large numbers of Abyssal creatures, driven by the succubi, had already entered a passageway.

The Spike Demon God was reassured.

As long as Su Mo made a move, it would be enough.

He did not expect Su Mo to fight.

What he needed was merely Su Mo's Demonic Aura.

That would help share a great deal of the pressure for him.

"This is a Magic Array Imprint. Once they begin the blood sacrifice, you can come over and go with me. Of course, if you have your own way of getting there, that works too."

The Spike Demon God tossed another ball of light to Su Mo.

After this ball of light was placed into a Teleportation Array, the imprint within it could be used to locate its position and teleport directly to where the Spike Demon God was.

"No need. I have my own way of getting there."

Su Mo's Mental Wave came from the Child Demon Insect.

"That works too."

After saying that, the Little Spike Demon God quickly turned back into a letter.

"This guy has quite a few tricks up his sleeve. Who knows where he came from."

After ending the conversation, the Spike Demon God muttered on the other side.

After finishing his conversation with the Spike Demon God, Su Mo put away the Mother Demon Insect and then dismantled the Magic Array.

By then, it was already past four in the morning.

It was nearly time for his appointment with the Queen of the Crescent Kingdom.

Five in the morning.

This place was not far from the Holy See Headquarters.

However, the Queen of the Crescent Kingdom naturally had to arrive a little earlier.

"My lord, the hot water is ready."

Aria had already brought in the hot water, and two maids stepped forward to assist Su Mo with washing up.

In certain habits, Su Mo did not deliberately stand apart from the crowd.

He was even more like an aristocrat than the nobles of this world.

Elegant and composed, yet without the pedantry and outdated air of some nobles, he could not help but leave a favorable impression on anyone who saw him.

After washing up, the female official sent by the queen arrived outside as well.

Su Mo walked out the door.

Outside, the carriage was already prepared.

"Honorable Count, please allow us to escort you to the Holy See Headquarters!"