PS: This update was actually yesterday's second update. There was a lot to deal with after I got home, and I had spent the entire day driving. I barely managed to finish writing before collapsing into sleep.
PS2: I'll write today's update as soon as possible. This time, I'll definitely finish it in the early hours!
The moment she mentioned the special guest, Marietta regretted it. For some reason, the succubus had blurted it out before she even realized what she was saying.
The matter of the Lady of Wealth was top secret. Six-Fingers had repeatedly warned her not to speak of it carelessly. Why had she let it slip?
Fortunately, demons were symbols of chaos and disorder to begin with, and succubi embodied their indulgence in desire. The city ruler's offhand remark did not seem to catch the attention of Aaron and the others. They all seemed to be looking forward to visiting the Silver Palace.
Only Aaron seemed to notice the issue. He feigned panic and said, "Then what should I do? How can I avoid offending the great Lord Six-Fingers? My lady, could you help me?"
Though his face looked flustered, his hands kept moving. Aaron smoothly removed the little pouch at his waist and pressed it into Marietta's hand. It was still packed with gems-blue crystals and red agates.
Marietta could tell at a glance that the contents were valuable. What interested her most, however, was that these gems seemed to have come from the elves, because only elven gems carried certain distinctive magical properties.
Elven and halfling souls were the most sought-after in the Abyss, as their emotional energy was richer.
Having accepted the bribe, Marietta decided to give these sensible merchants a chance, unaware that Aaron had already charmed her. She took two bright