Najenda's heart stirred

"..." Leone was speechless.

Ahhh, was this really the Empire's strongest warrior, whose might shook the world?

She was a temptress through and through.

I didn't seem to stand a chance against her.

"Are you provoking me?"

Lin Luo smiled at the sight.

His newest Familiars were getting bolder by the day.

"Of course not, my master!"

Esdeath's icy blue eyes brimmed with allure, but she withdrew her tail and wings into her body.

She hadn't forgotten that Akame and Leone were still beside them.

Having an audience was out of the question, at least for now.

After Esdeath became his Familiar, the Empire's court and populace were shaken once again.

The officials who had hoped her return would bring some change resigned themselves to their fate.

Many began declaring their allegiance, hoping only to keep their lives.

In the days that followed, Lin Luo had considerably more leisure.

He either read books or guided a few Familiars in their training.

Aside from that!

The most important matter was the Imperial Arms.

"My lord, this is the Imperial Arms technology we reconstructed from the royal records."

A group came to Lin Luo and handed him a set of notes.

They were all researchers of alchemy from across the Empire.

Leading them was DR. Stylish.

The entire Empire was under Lin Luo's control, and he was naturally no exception.

[Origin +15]

[Origin +17]

Lin Luo's eyes lit up as he read the notes.

He could tell that this Imperial Arms technology was viable.

In his experience, false information would never increase his Origin Points.

He looked at them and said approvingly, "You've done well."

"My lord, serving you is my honor."

With a respectful expression, DR. Stylish said, "However, although we have worked out the technology, precious materials are indispensable if we wish to create powerful Imperial Arms."

"The hardest of those to obtain are Super Danger Beasts."

Lin Luo put the notes away. "Get to the point. Do you have any leads?"

"My lord, apart from the well-known Super Danger Beasts, there is also a legend of the King of Danger Beasts in the far west."

DR. Stylish answered, "It is said that the Empire once targeted it to make Imperial Arms, but every attempt failed."

He said no more.

His meaning was already clear.

To create the strongest Imperial Arms, the King of Danger Beasts would be the ideal material.

"So something like that exists."

Lin Luo's eyes flickered.

The original story had never mentioned it.

But that was only natural. This was a real world, after all, so it was hardly surprising that powerful beings remained hidden.

Hadn't he, a devil, crossed over from another world himself?

"It seems I'll have to meet this King of Danger Beasts when I get the chance."

In his mind, the legendary creature was already material that belonged to him.

Just then, Najenda walked in, her expression rather grave.

"What is it?"

After dismissing the alchemists, Lin Luo spoke calmly.

"The Revolutionary Army has made its move."

Najenda answered, "They've gathered nearly a million troops. At their marching speed, they'll reach the Imperial Capital soon."

"How should we respond?"

"They've finally acted. They certainly kept me waiting."

Lin Luo grinned. "Go find Esdeath and the others. Wipe out their army in one fell swoop."

"Oh, and the emperor will soon be useless, too. Have him use the Supreme Imperial Arm and make one last contribution."

Once these trivial matters were settled, it would be time to reap the rewards.

This world's supernatural knowledge should allow him to increase his strength further.

Most importantly, supernatural technology could continue to develop.

He could keep harvesting benefits from a single world indefinitely.

As for letting the people live in peace and prosperity, that was merely something he could do along the way.

"Yes, Lord Devil."

Najenda nodded, her expression unchanged.

Her worldview had been shaken during this time.

She understood that although an army of a million sounded intimidating,

To certain beings, it was utterly insignificant.

Chapter 25: Najenda's heart stirred

"Have you heard? Under Lord Lin Luo's command, the Revolutionary Army's forces have been completely wiped out."

"No way... Didn't the Revolutionary Army claim to have a million troops? They only rose up a few days ago!"

"It's absolutely true. Their entire million-strong army was routed, and countless leaders of the Revolutionary Army have been brought back as prisoners. Lord Lin Luo truly is wise."

Throughout the palace, guards gathered to discuss the recent major events. Whenever they mentioned Lin Luo, their eyes filled with awe.

Just then, Lin Luo and the others emerged from the Palace.

Though the guards were far away, none of them were ordinary people, so they heard every word clearly.

Najenda sighed. "Lord Devil, you're winning more and more hearts."

A devil adored by the people?

It felt strange, but it was undeniably true.

"Am I?"

Lin Luo gave her an amused look. "I wonder if I've won your heart, too?"

"..."

Najenda wanted to retort, but no matter how she tried, she couldn't get the words out.

Yes, hers was among those hearts.

Najenda gave Lin Luo a conflicted look as she recalled everything that had happened recently.

Her lifelong wish had been to build a nation where everyone could live in joy.

Now, thanks to Lin Luo's arrival, that goal was within reach.

She said softly, "Aren't Akame and the other two enough for you?"

Lin Luo smiled meaningfully. "Who said there were only three?"

"..."

Najenda froze and asked instinctively, "How many more are there?"

"You'll know once you become my Familiar. Tempted?"

Najenda's cheeks grew warm at his words as she thought of the process Akame had undergone to become a devil.

But she didn't refuse. Instead, she said with mixed feelings, "My heart is a little unsettled. Could you let me think about it?"

After all, she had once been Akame and Leone's boss.

If she really became a devil,

Wouldn't she be competing with them for a man?

The thought made her feel strangely embarrassed.

Lin Luo gave her a long look. "Don't worry. My door is always open to you."

Najenda hadn't realized that the moment she said those words, she was destined never to escape.

Then Lin Luo said, "Leone, I'm taking Akame and Esdeath out for a while. Stay here and guard the palace."

Leone nodded. "Master, leave it to me."

Esdeath smiled alluringly. "Master, are you taking me on a date? But why bring Akame along?"

Stare!

Akame said nothing, merely fixing Esdeath with an unwavering stare.

For some reason!

This woman was truly annoying.

Lin Luo gave Esdeath a strange look.

He knew Esdeath became very gentle when she fell in love.

But wasn't this contrast a little too extreme?

Still, it felt pretty nice.

The far west!

Whoosh!

Lin Luo and the two women beat their devil wings, streaked swiftly across the sky, then landed among a sprawling chain of volcanoes.

The moment they landed, waves of scorching heat and the smell of sulfur rushed into their faces.

"The conditions here are pretty harsh."

Watching the lava churn in a nearby crater, Esdeath narrowed her eyes. "If that Super Danger Beast can live here, it certainly deserves the title of king."

"Hmm?"

Lin Luo nodded, a dark glint flashing through his eyes.

He could sense an immensely powerful presence deep within the volcanic lava.

It actually made even him feel a faint sense of danger.

This King of Danger Beasts was no ordinary creature.

Lin Luo took a few steps forward and looked down into the crater. "You two, move back a little."