[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-damn-necromancer":3,"chapter-damn-necromancer-damn-necromancer-chapter-241":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Damn Necromancer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1212723,1580,"Chapter 241","damn-necromancer-chapter-241",241,"\u003Cp>[Translator - Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Proofreader - Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chapter 241: Ballroom (2)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A crimson moon hung in the sky. Jet-black, twisted trees lined the path like streetlights, leading towards a grand avenue stretching into the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ooh! The scent of sulfur, the crimson sky! My homeland, the Demon Realm!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you that happy?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha! Yes, I am! Vulcan is overjoyed right now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sniff\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sigh\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vulcan took a deep breath, his brows furrowing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This place feels familiar. It seems like the old castle in the Parun region.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where's that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's in the southern part of the Demon Realm. One of the major battlefields. I led many mercenary groups there.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vulcan pointed towards a jet-black castle standing tall in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Is that where the ball is being held?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he had the invitation, they were probably summoned nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You two stay inside for now. I'll summon you when the time comes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He recalled Merhen and Cedric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Based on his experiences in the past fragments, undead weren't particularly welcome in the Demon Realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His only companions were Vulcan and Hayang, who was following behind him, invisible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they reached the castle gates, they saw a massive crowd. Countless carriages lined up in an endless queue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Demons were hawking their wares on the streets, trying to sell as much as possible. The guards at the entrance were haggling fiercely with people who seemed to be butlers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— I'm telling you, that price won't do!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Oh, come on! Let me tell you about my lord, Baron Marphis. He's a valiant lord of the south and a demon of...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— That's exactly why he can't attend this banquet with just that much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— You insolent fool! How dare you insult Baron Marphis, the loyal subordinate of the great demon, Pisraum, ranked 40th!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Can't you see behind you? The place is overflowing with barons like him. There are countless nobles here, their eyes bloodshot, trying to make connections with the great demons you mentioned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— ...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— So, this amount won't do. Offer more, or just go gnaw on some Hell Hound skewers over there at the left stall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guard said nonchalantly, picking his ear with his pinky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was quite an interesting sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Demons aren't that different from humans.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The butler retreated, looking dejected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After observing him for a bit, he approached the castle gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Hey, you two! Stop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone shouted at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned around to see demons, who had been queuing between the carriages, glaring at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— I don't know where you human bastards came from, but can't you see the line? Cutting in line is not allowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon's gaze was filled with a subtle hint of disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Let's see how impressive you are.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at the demon, and his Demon Eye activated automatically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Hammer]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level: 426]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Race: Demon]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Favorability: -50]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Equipment: Wearing a set of Ragged Clothes.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Thoughts on the Target: A lowly human dares to cut in line?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear that he had a severe case of humanophobia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he was about to say something...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, don't lower yourself to their level. Just stay put.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vulcan said with a smirk and walked towards the demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With each step Vulcan took, Hammer's eyes started to shake uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was completely overwhelmed by the chilling aura emanating from Vulcan's body, like a human facing a tiger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a truly 'demonic' aura. Far more intense than that of his own master, Baron Marphis!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— ...Wh-who are you? Are you perhaps a human from 'Galaxy'...?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grip\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vulcan grabbed the demon's shoulder and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do I still look human to you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Eek!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon butler collapsed, and a stream of yellow urine flowed from his pants. The overwhelming fear made it impossible for him to control his bladder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other demons' eyes widened in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were countless demon races. Among them, the demons were known for their bravery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even a mere butler couldn't change his inherent nature. Who would have thought a human could overpower a demon with just his aura?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the nobles gathered here couldn't easily accomplish such a feat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several nobles poked their heads out of their carriages, their eyes gleaming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Hey there. Would you be interested in working for me...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vulcan coolly turned his back and headed towards the castle gate, ignoring them completely. But the demons' eyes shone with even more intense greed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deeply ingrained nature of demons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Respect for the strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This one rule remained unchanged, both in the past and present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow, that was pretty cool. Did you do that for me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A master who asks that directly has no sense of romance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We're going to be together for a long time, so let's be honest with each other.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whatever. Let's just go in. I'm bored to death.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He nodded and approached the guard. The commotion at the entrance had made the guards more alert.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Excuse me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Yes, how can I help you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I received an invitation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— ...An invitation?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he showed the masquerade ball invitation, the guard's back straightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— We have confirmed your status as a VIP! Please enter!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guard, who had just chased away the baron's butler, now opened the way with a wide smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was inevitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judging by the antique elegance and seal of the invitation, it was undoubtedly issued directly by a Demon Lord!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Andromalius, it's probably his.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he was the lowest-ranked Demon Lord at 72nd, it also meant he was one of the strongest beings in the vast Demon Realm, holding the 72nd position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Translator - Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Proofreader - Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he was Andromalius' guest, it meant he was someone even the guards couldn't dare to stop. Naturally, asking for a 'bribe' was out of the question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They entered the castle gates and found themselves in a tremendously lavish banquet hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A group of demons were sipping wine, their gazes fixed on them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These were qualitatively different from the demons they had encountered at the gate earlier. Their status was at least that of a count or higher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the Demon Lords were kings of a region, these were the great lords who ruled over those regions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'They all have quite high levels.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even a cursory glance at them revealed that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Malos]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level: 1,721]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Race: Incubus]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Favorability: 21]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Equipment: Looks like it was picked up from a secondhand market, but it's decent enough to wear.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Thoughts on the Target: A human worthy of an invitation here? I wonder where he's from?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The incubus sipped his wine, subtly observing them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judging by his position in a corner, he didn't seem to be of high status at this ball. Even so, he was at a whopping level 1,700.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other demons were roughly similar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A demon whose eyes met his smile and approached them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Greetings. I am Malos. I have the humble duty of managing the army's supplies under Lord Orias.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am Kim Minwoo.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— I see, Mr. Kim Minwoo. This is fate, shall we shake hands?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the demon extended his hand...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>['Stole Vulcan's Eyes' effect activated!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[The 'demon' in front of you feels considerable pressure!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flinch!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Malos shuddered violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Wh-what's this?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was clearly just an ordinary-looking human. At least, that's how he seemed until he offered a handshake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the moment he extended his hand...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A chilling pressure washed over him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Malos wasn't the only one who felt it. All the high-ranking demons around them started staring at Kim Minwoo. The small, seemingly insignificant human was now exuding an aura as imposing as a giant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gulp\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone swallowed nervously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Malos, frozen in the position of offering a handshake, was sweating profusely, unable to move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Well, well. Look who's here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A familiar voice echoed through the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andromalius had appeared at the banquet, smiling with a playful glint in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Andromalius]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level: 5,211]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[A high-ranking opponent. Consuming mana is required to view more information.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Level 5,000.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he was at the bottom of the ranks, he was definitely a Demon Lord. He waved at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, Mr. Ahn. Long time no see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Oh, that's sad. My name is Andromalius. Well, it is a bit long, haha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andromalius approached with a playful air and looked at Malos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Get lost. You're not someone worthy of even speaking to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— M-my apologies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally released from the overwhelming pressure, Malos hurriedly bowed his head and scurried away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— It's been a while, Mr. Kim Minwoo. Your reputation on Earth has been quite impressive lately. As expected of the human I took notice of.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How did you hear about that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Ever since I met you, Mr. Minwoo, I've been keeping a close eye on Earth. But who is that next to you? He doesn't seem human...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He's my summoned creature.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Ah, I see. So he's disguised as a human?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Something like that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andromalius nodded at his words and then asked with a gentle smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— By the way, did you find my power useful?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, that power?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Yes. The power to find hidden treasures. It seems like you put it to good use...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, it was alright. It was somewhat useful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be precise, it had led to a massive windfall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Mountain of Treasures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to Mr. Ahn's power activating there, he had managed to obtain the one and only 'very, very good box disguised and hidden.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— I'm glad to hear that. It makes me happy that you used it well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But didn't you say all the Demon Lords would gather here? It's a bit quiet for such a banquet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Ah, that. It's simple. Not all the Demon Lords have arrived yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andromalius said with a grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— It will take another half a day for all the slowpokes to gather. I set the activation time for the invitations a bit early. So... could you spare me some time?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To arrange a proxy?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— No, I just want to chat. This will be my last chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sure, why not.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— You agreed so readily?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You said we have some time, right? And you gave me the invitation and the power, so I should at least do this much.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn't a selfless giver, was he?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Mr. Ahn, who had been so generous, sparing a bit of time was something he could easily do.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And, crucially...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I also have something to tell you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Oh? To me? That makes me curious. Alright, let's go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He followed Andromalius deeper into the banquet hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andromalius had rented an entire room in a secluded area and led Kim Minwoo inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>— Do you have a preferred drink? Coffee? Juice? Tea? Or perhaps just water?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm not thirsty. Let's get to the point. We're both busy people.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Translator - Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Proofreader - Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>",1809,"2026-06-03T14:21:21.387Z","2026-06-03T14:21:27.249Z",1,"novelbin.me","52da20b2c02e8a3f76bc840fd83e35e725267cefc49485ce98e7524ff596a1f0","damn-necromancer-chapter-242","damn-necromancer-chapter-240",362,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdamn-necromancer-cover.jpg"]