Freedom is only a dream when the devil intervenes.
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“Hurry after the two of them. Don’t let them run away!” Rough shouts full of anger continue to echo in the misty forest.
Aghnya and Felen ran with all their might from Barend’s men. Sweat dripped down their bodies while the twigs scratched their skin. It hurt, but if they stopped just to look at the minor wound, they would capture the two of them. Now, they no longer have a secure place to take rest and shelter.
Aghnya’s love for Barend is foolishness that she regretted after learning of her husband’s betrayal. Being tortured, she bears up, but when Barend tries to kill Felen— his only daughter, Aghnya will fight back. She did not realise her husband’s evil attitude toward herself and Felen because love blinded her.
Even Aghnya’s parents opposed her marriage. However, under the pretext that one day his attitude would change after that incident, she forced her will to
“Felenia, do you want to come with me or let the humans finish you?” Felen turned her head, then looked at Leon’s outstretched arm. “Why should I come with you?” She chuckled. A bitter smile appeared on her lips as her gaze fell on Aghnya’s stiff, breathless body. “Because you’re my prisoner. Your mother also left you with me. You don’t have any perfect reason to refuse my goodwill. Staying here and ending up dying is not an option that you will choose.” His words were true that a doubt clung to her heart. The circumstances didn’t give her much choice. She took his hand. Even though she didn’t know what kind of future she would face if she followed him, it was better than death. Her golden eyes gazed at Felen. “Wise choice. Don’t worry, you will continue to be with me from now on,” he said that with a bright smile. Once again, she looked at his Aghnya body, which was covered in Leon’s black feathers. “What about
Your pain is the most delightful thing that I will slowly absorb. *** “My Lord, the preparations are complete.” Adrien approached Leon, who was looking at the beauty of the night sky in Devil Reign through the glass wall. He waited quietly, not wanting to disturb his master. “Look, Adrien...” Leon sighed as he spread his arms wide. “... one of my wishes is within my reach,” he said with a burst of passion. His face showed satisfaction as he licked his dark red lips sensually, feeling a pleasant euphoria bubbling within him. “Of course, My Lord. After all, you are indeed wonderful.” Adrien replied. This time, Leon chuckled. He put on a big smile. “Your flattering still sucks, Adrien.” His body turned to face the old servant as his hands tucked into his pocket’s pants. His golden eyes gazed coldly at Adrien. “You may go, Adrien. I’ll pick up my bride myself.” “Very well, My Lord.” Adrien lowered his head and walked
Felen saw her reflection in the mirror. Nothing had changed from her physique other than an odd symbol on her chest. She touched it with her fingers. This is proof that last night was not a dream. She would never forget it. It might even last a lifetime. Her body and mind remembered it. However, she still felt it was not real, or rather, she rejected it. Once again, she looked at herself in the mirror. This time, she turned around, surveying her back. However, there are no other oddities as well. Then at that moment, the doors opened wide, revealing the demon who had tortured her last night. “Wow…” The demon — Leon, whistled at the attractive sight. She covered her breasts and inched backward when he stepped closer. “It’s not what you think it is!” she said with a wary expression. He smirked. “I don’t mind if you think about something dirty, Milady.” “Stop right there!” She said, but he didn’t heed it at all, mak
All demons in the room looked tense. Except for Leon, who was sitting with a bored face on the throne. He was, oddly enough, still lenient when the general of the Interessengruppen suggest something that humiliated his greatness. The thing he was proud of as The Avatar of Pride. “Don’t beat around the bush, Alair,” he demanded. Alair bowed his head. “I didn’t dare to be presumptuous, My Lord.” His body trembled in fear as a light breath of Leon’s power blown towards him. “Raise your head.” Alair raises his head at Leon’s command. He stared at his master right in his golden eyes to show his sincerity. “It would be wise if Miss Felenia learns about the Demon World first,” he said that with a firm voice. Leon did not reject or accept his suggestion. He was still considering it. “So you’re saying I should put her in the Demon School?” After a moment of silence, Leon responded. “That’s right, My Lord.”
A royal carriage with a crest of three different heads landed in the courtyard of Leon’s castle. It looked spectacular. In front of Felen, a gigantic horse with black wings spread beautifully pulled the carriage. The horse’s eyes were white and looked lifeless. The carriage looked wonderful when it was flying in the sky. A truly amazing attraction for a human like her. It was like seeing a fairy tale come true. In the human world, such a thing would be impossible for her to see. The most surprising thing was there was no coachman. “Greetings, Your Majesty.” A deep, low-pitched voice came out from the black horse. It bowed his head in showing courtesy like royalty. It shocked Felen. She didn’t expect it could talk, even had a masculine voice. Another thing that made her surprised was the sudden appearance of Leon with a dark aura emitted from his body. “Long time no see, Zeron.” Those relaxed words with a firm ton
Felen wore a differentt attire from the other students’. It made her stand out. The white coat she was in stark contrast to the black uniform of the Academy of אשמדאי (Ashmedai) students. She was the centre of attention. Not just because of her attire, but because the teacher had mentioned Leon’s name. Lucifer, or Leon, is the king of the demons and she was the bride chosen by him. That was why they were curious for different reasons. One of them was a golden-haired female demon who was looking at Felen. Her eyes didn’t move the slightest bit as she watched her. “You’d better not annoy her, Miss Litiana.” The warning came from the black-haired man, who was leaning against the large window beside Litiana. His right eye is brown and his left eye is green with a cylindrical shape. It looked unique and scary at the same time. His expression seemed fed up when he realised Litiana would make a ‘small’ commotio
The Forest of Wonders is the largest and widest forest in the demon world. This forest differs from other forests in the demon world. Apart from its immense size, no one knows what kind of life and creatures live there. Only a handful of demons with high status and power know the secret behind the Forest of Wonders. This forest is very dangerous. Especially for humans, other than demons, and low-powered demons. The Forbidden Forest is an appropriate nickname for it because every creature that enters the Forest of Wonders always sees different things. That makes it dangerous. The forest always misleads people. Just like the demon which misleads humans. The Forest of Wonders only brings despair. It was the brief explanation written in a book by the previous demon elders. The book was in the demon library of the city's heart, and all the students of the Academy of אשמדאי (Ashmedai) knew about it. So, no one dared to enter the fore
When Leon came back to his castle, he rushed to Felen’s room through the balcony. The first thing that caught his attention was Felen, who was relaxing on the sofa. She looked normal in a plain white nightgown, but somehow in his eyes, she was stunning. “What are you doing there?” Felen’s soft voice pulled Leon out of his fantasy. He adjusted himself so as not to look like a foul. It would be a shame if she found out that he caught off guard because of her. “You should have greeted me with a warm hug or at least a light kiss,” he said as he jumped off the guardrail. “Why should I welcome someone trespassing into my room?” Her arms crossed. “...But, I’m not a person?” His casual answer, wrapped in a questioning tone, created wrinkles on her forehead. He was not in the category of ‘people,’ but another dimensional being. She had lost the words she wanted to say to him when she realise that. “Whatever.” She