[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-harem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati":3,"chapter-harem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati-harem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati-chapter-871":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Harem Startup : The Demon Billionaire is on Vacation",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1411265,1864,"Chapter 871: Sins Drama","harem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati-chapter-871",871,"\u003Cp>Chapter 871 – Sins Drama\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room dissolved again after that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And introduction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The breakfast ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not with dramatic declarations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just... the natural fading of noise into purpose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plates were cleared. Chairs slid back. Conversations broke into smaller threads. The room shifted from playful chaos into movement mode.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux stood first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not commanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just... naturally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And like always, the room followed that shift without anyone needing to say it out loud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were going to the dragon house.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or ancestral sky-palace carved into mountain bones and ego.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux had never been there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Which meant no direct portal anchor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So logistics? Mira already had it handled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was on her phone, sending short, precise messages with zero wasted words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her posture was sharp now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heirness mode.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No smug remarks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux watched her for a second longer than necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yeah.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He liked that version too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dangerous competence hit differently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He adjusted his watch again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unnecessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But grounding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue stood beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But not distant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was new.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That softness was still there, tucked underneath her composure like a secret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t comment on it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn’t need to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Portal]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Target Region Eastern Mountain City.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air shifted immediately when he raised his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Power moved like silk pulled tight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Controlled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elegant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened the portal not into the dragon estate, but to the place near the previous dragon mountain. A neutral zone. Smart. Diplomatic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tear in space unfolded smoothly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No theatrics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just a clean, sharp vertical shimmer of black-gold energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naomi went first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Ely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Rava, tentacles tucked neatly because yes, she had standards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lullaby shuffled in next, half-yawning but somehow perfectly balanced in her oversized hoodie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sira followed, dressed exactly like herself. No compromise. No adaptation. Pride didn’t cosplay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira paused for a second, glancing at Lux.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You last?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Always.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nodded once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then stepped in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue followed quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux stood there for half a breath longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then stepped through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The portal closed behind him with a quiet snap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cold air greeted them on the other side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Different climate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Different altitude.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The city near the mountain was built with deliberate grace, stone, glass, curved architecture mimicking dragon scales and eastern motifs woven into modern design.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux’s coat shifted slightly in the breeze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He scanned the area instinctively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A black limousine and three black cars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Polished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And around them...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dragons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sharp features.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eyes that carried ancient arrogance with practiced restraint.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were prepared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were formal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And they were absolutely not prepared for this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the moment Lux and his women stepped out of literal space, the entire dragon staff froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One attendant blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ma’am?\" he said slowly to Mira. \"Did you come out of nowhere?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira didn’t miss a beat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s skip the details. We need to go. Grandpa is waiting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The staff straightened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Ma’am.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another attendant, clearly more observant, glanced toward Yue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Lux.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then the rest of the women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, all clan elders are already waiting for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira nodded once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone didn’t change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn’t soften.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn’t harden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just... accepted it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the question came.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And who is she?\" one of the staff asked carefully, glancing at Yue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux didn’t speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because this wasn’t his introduction to make.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira looked at Yue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then at the staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll explain later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Final.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No discussion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She snapped her fingers lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the staff moved immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Doors opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chauffeurs positioned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The women entered smoothly, naturally, without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Last again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The limo interior was immaculate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leather seats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dark wood panels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crystal glasses secured neatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snacks prepared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coffee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything balanced perfectly between traditional dragon hospitality and modern luxury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux sat in the center row.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue across.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naomi and Ely on the opposite side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sira and Lullaby somehow already occupied the back corner like chaotic royalty on a field trip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rava stretched slightly, clearly enjoying the leg space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door closed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The limo began moving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smooth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professional.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment. No one spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just the hum of the engine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shifting scenery outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mountain skyline approaching slowly in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux leaned back slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How long?\" he asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira glanced at the front partition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forty minutes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naomi immediately grabbed a crystal bottle from the side compartment. \"Great. That’s enough time to mentally prepare and emotionally spiral.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pour me something,\" Sira said, already crossing one leg over the other like she was settling in for premium entertainment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ely raised a brow. \"You’re not spiraling. You’re excited.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can multitask,\" Sira replied smoothly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rava uncorked a dark red bottle with one smooth twist. \"Is this ceremonial wine or diplomatic wine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira didn’t even look. \"Diplomatic. Ceremonial is stronger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naomi froze mid-pour. \"Define stronger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira shrugged. \"One glass and you’ll start discussing ancestral regrets.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pass,\" Naomi muttered. \"This one is fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux watched all of it quietly, fingers resting loosely on his knee. He didn’t drink immediately. Just observed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So,\" Sira began, swirling her glass, \"what do dragons like? Besides pride and judging other mortals?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira deadpanned. \"Respect. Directness. Strength.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naomi raised her hand. \"We have strength.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sira pointed at Lux. \"We have sins drama.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ely added calmly, \"We have political leverage.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lullaby popped a pastry into her mouth. \"We have snacks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira almost smiled. Almost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They value bloodline. Legacy. Structure,\" she explained. \"They’re traditional. Very traditional.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux tilted his head slightly. \"So I shouldn’t make jokes? Financial jokes, maybe?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira looked at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re going to.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Obviously.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue finally spoke, voice calm. \"Most of them don’t know much about demons. I didn’t either. Not really.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux hummed thoughtfully. \"That explains the stares earlier.\" He tapped his finger lightly against his knee. \"Your grandfather?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mira paused for half a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He might. He knew something. But not clearly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sira leaned forward, interested. \"Meaning?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meaning,\" Mira said slowly, \"he suspected beings like Lux exist.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lux smirked faintly. \"Suspected. That’s adorable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naomi handed him a glass anyway. \"Try not to confirm too much too fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He accepted it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax,\" he said lightly. \"I’m charming.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ely sipped her drink. \"That’s what concerns us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The limo continued to move, the skyline growing sharper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Forty minutes suddenly felt very short.\u003C\u002Fp>",1041,"2026-06-05T23:57:29.709Z",1,"novelbin.me","a6f79660d71998ca19db1cbf324b61fe87dbb82bc2b4e93f58f8c6c1d80c9aa2","harem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati-chapter-584","harem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati-chapter-583",878,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fharem-startup-the-demon-billionaire-is-on-vacati-cover.jpg"]