A Guest at Home, Protection Comes First

Edward walked to the front door and used Purification on himself. A thin layer of pure light formed over his body as protection; after all, he had no idea what dangers might still be lurking inside the house.

When he pushed open the door, the sight in the living room made Edward frown slightly.

Lily sat on the sofa, hugging the teddy bear with both arms and looking at him innocently.

Yet a faint scent of blood hung in the air, along with an indescribably eerie presence.

"Jisi, you blew things up again, didn't you?" Edward casually shut the door, his tone teasing.

Lily blinked her big eyes and said in a childish voice, "Of course not. If it weren't for..."

Before she could finish, a sweet, magnetic female voice suddenly rang out in the living room:

"So you're the human who can use Purification? You really are handsome."

Edward instantly went on guard, but before he could react, a shadow appeared before him. It was a curvaceous woman in a luxurious Gothic gown, with pale skin and crimson lips. Her entire body exuded a dangerous yet seductive aura.

"Come, let me have a taste." Dorothy smiled enchantingly and appeared before Edward as though she had teleported, then kissed him without warning.

Edward's first reaction was to activate Purification. Intense purifying light erupted from within him, trying to force the beautiful demon witch who had ambushed him away.

But in the next instant, Dorothy's lips were soft and cool, carrying a strange sweetness. Edward somehow failed to resist with all his strength. Purifying light flickered between them, yet it did not truly harm her.

Only after a long while did the two of them separate.

Dorothy licked her lips, satisfaction gleaming in her eyes. "This exquisite burning sensation... It's been so long since I've felt such pleasure."

Edward was shocked. This woman could withstand the power of Purification without suffering the slightest injury? It seemed he really had gotten too full of himself.

Tonight, he absolutely had to do a ten-pull for protection.

"Who are you?" Edward forced himself to calm down and took several steps back.

Dorothy elegantly adjusted her hair, her smile alluring. "I'm Dorothy. In the underworld, they call me the beautiful demon witch.

"Those foolish followers summoned me just now, but I never expected to encounter such an interesting human."

"Interesting?" Edward raised an eyebrow.

"Humans capable of wielding the power of Purification are already extremely rare in this age."

Dorothy circled Edward as if appraising a precious work of art. "And you're so young, so... tempting."

Lily coughed from the sofa. "Um, I'm still here, you know?"

"I know you're here, but wasn't this your doing in the first place?" Edward activated Purification in his hand. Lily wisely shut her mouth and covered her eyes.

Dorothy gave Edward a playful smile.

"Purification education?" Dorothy's smile grew even brighter. "Using Purification to discipline a demon... What a unique idea. No wonder this little one is so obedient."

"Master, this woman is very dangerous," Lily whispered as a warning. "The evil aura around her is far stronger than mine."

Edward nodded. This Dorothy was definitely no ordinary ghost. The fluctuations of power emanating from her made his heart tremble.

"So, Madam Beautiful Demon Witch, why are you still in my house?" Edward asked bluntly.

Dorothy sat down on the sofa and crossed her legs, her posture elegant and casual. "Of course, for you. Humans with the power of Purification are far too rare. I want to... get to know you."

"Get to know me?"

"For example, where did your power of Purification come from? Why can you wield it at such a young age? And..." Her gaze grew heated. "Would you be willing to cooperate with me?"

Edward frowned. "Cooperate in what?"

"There are many interesting beings in this world—angels, demons, all kinds of supernatural creatures." Dorothy elegantly sipped the red wine that had appeared out of thin air. "But humans like you, who can use Purification yet do not reject contact with demons, are exceedingly rare."

"So?"

"So I wish to invite you to join me." Dorothy set down her wineglass and looked at Edward seriously. "I can give you power, knowledge, anything in this world that you desire. In return, you only need to help me with a few small matters from time to time."

Edward fell silent for a few seconds, then suddenly smiled. "That sounds like a very tempting offer."

Dorothy's eyes lit up. "Then?"

"But I refuse." Edward's words froze the smile on Dorothy's face.

"Why?" she asked, confused.

"Because I don't like being controlled." Edward shrugged. "Besides, I think my life is pretty good right now.

"I have an obedient demon little sister, a girl I like, and interesting adventures. Why would I change that?"

Dorothy's expression turned dangerous. "Are you sure you want to refuse me? My patience is limited."

"So what?" Edward met her gaze without backing down. "Do you want to make a move here?"

The tension in the air instantly reached its peak. Lily had already prepared herself for battle, terrifying demonic power contained within her tiny body.

But unexpectedly, Dorothy suddenly laughed.

"Interesting. Truly interesting." She clapped her hands. "I like you more and more, Edward."

"Since you aren't willing right now, then I'll wait and see. One day, you'll need my help."

She walked up to Edward, stood on tiptoe, and whispered into his ear, "Remember, when you encounter a problem you cannot solve, just call my name. I will appear whenever you need me."

After saying that, her figure vanished as suddenly as she had arrived, leaving behind only a faint fragrance in the air.

The living room fell quiet again, and only then did Edward let out a sigh of relief.

Edward looked at Lily. "By the way, Jisi, what happened to those nannies and their friends?"

Lily blinked innocently. "I sent them all to meet their master."

Edward nodded and did not ask further. He knew Lily's methods. Those cultists' fates definitely would not have been pleasant.

"Alright, that's enough for today." Edward stretched. "I'm going to take a shower, then get some rest early."

But he knew perfectly well that today's encounter was only the beginning.

There were surely more beings like Dorothy out there. He still had to work hard to become stronger.

Still, soldiers would block an army, and water would be stopped by earth. He had the system, Purification, and strength that was steadily growing.

No matter what came for him, he would not be afraid.