[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-reincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat":3,"chapter-reincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat-reincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat-chapter-86":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Reincarnated as a Princess's Pet: With Trash Stats, but SSS-Rank Skill",{"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},896849,1177,"Chapter 86: A Mother’s Guilt","reincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat-chapter-86",86,"\u003Cp>The morning light hit his face directly. It was too annoying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max frowned. His eyes slowly opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The forest was no longer dark. Sunrays filtered through the branches, falling over him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...ugh, shit... I fell asleep...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He shifted slightly. And then he noticed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was still sitting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the hammer in his hand. The shield resting at his side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had fallen asleep like that. On guard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exhaled through his nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...great.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Around him, the group began to wake up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Low groans. Slow movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The campfire was nothing but dead ashes now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the cold was noticeable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seeped into their bones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moonlight was shivering. Sitting there, hugging herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max didn’t hesitate. He reached into his infinite backpack and pulled out a blanket.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wrapped it around her, hugging her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moon, it’s chilly. I don’t want you catching a cold.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moonlight grabbed it immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...thanks, Dad.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wrapped herself up tighter, moving a little closer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max reached in again. He pulled out what little food he had left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bread and some dried meat. It wasn’t much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’ll have to ration.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was simple and direct. He handed out a small portion to each person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neros looked at his portion, then at his sister.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"here, Soph.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He held it out to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don’t need it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his stomach growled loudly, saying otherwise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neros blushed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sophie looked at him and laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"you don’t have to.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She gave the portion back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You need to eat too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need you strong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neros hesitated for a second. Then nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...fine, but if you end up hungry, don’t complain, little sis.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Max pulled something else out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A jar. He held it in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside were dark ashes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Dorian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there any way to bring them back to their original form?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian looked up, yawning. Tired, thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before he could answer—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, I know how.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice cut through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone looked. It was Lamia, sitting on a log. Awake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They were burned with silver.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone was calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When they fell into my smoke magic.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you take those ashes to Abel...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lifted her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He’ll know what to do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...I knew succubi didn’t really die.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He ran a hand over his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I never found the magic to restore their bodies.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia shook her head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They do die.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But not like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at the jar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not when they’re reduced to ashes by silver burns.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great, then.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And now that you’re awake...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And looking a lot better.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian leaned in a little, looking her up and down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She really does look better than ever...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze dropped. Straight to her cleavage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max didn’t hesitate. He smacked him on the head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Quit drooling.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ow!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian grabbed his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia laughed. Then winked at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyway.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at her again. Serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m going to ask you for a small favor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want to know if you’re willing to help us kill Dante.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere shifted. Lamia was no longer smiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Without a doubt.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’d sacrifice myself if necessary.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A brief pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As you’ve probably already noticed, that part isn’t a lie.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax, I’m not asking for anything like that. Not right now...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He crossed his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I remembered something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at her intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Phantom was known for using the deadliest poisons.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pointing at her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Especially since your body produces them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia smiled and nodded proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re correct.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a power. An ability.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes glowed faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can make your poisons more effective.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m going to need a sample. The most lethal one you can produce.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia didn’t hesitate. She pulled out an empty vial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian looked at it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s nothing in that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia looked him straight in the eyes. Then, without breaking eye contact, she began to spit—provocatively. A white liquid fell into the vial, slowly filling it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An uncomfortable silence followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max grimaced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...that’s disgusting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian covered his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t deal with this woman...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He blushed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She’s driving me crazy...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia laughed and handed the vial to Max.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took it carefully, looking completely grossed out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did you have to do it like that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I thought it’d be fun.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, well...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at the vial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I didn’t.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stored it in his infinite backpack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then looked at her again. More serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now there’s something else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He crossed his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want you to apologize.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed at the women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For trying to kill them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere tensed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia lowered her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...I truly do regret it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was softer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I’m not someone who apologizes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian looked at her. Serious for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They really deserve it. Don’t be immature.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Especially if you plan on working with us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dorian smiled at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia closed her eyes for a second. Exhaled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lifted her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll apologize.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia stood up slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her steps were soft and measured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group of women was gathered under the tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some were just waking up. Others were already sitting, leaning against each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Abby was with them. Holding a container of warm water, carefully handing it out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"drink slowly...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was gentle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’ll help with the cold.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The women nodded, completely grateful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their faces still showed exhaustion... but no longer despair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until they noticed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia was approaching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some shrank back. Others took a small step away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fear was obvious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Abby reacted instantly. She stepped in front of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She raised her hand, pointing it like a weapon, ready to fire another fireball.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don’t know why Max saved you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice turned firm and cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But don’t even think about getting close to them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia stopped. She raised both hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She took a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I didn’t come to fight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes scanned the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I came in peace.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lowered her gaze slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want to apologize.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was blinded.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice lost strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By revenge.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She swallowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I wasn’t thinking about anything else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want the same thing you do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To free this world from Dante.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes trembled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I regret... what I put you through.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Abby didn’t respond. She looked back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They exchanged glances. Calmer now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But still tense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, one of them stood up. Slowly. Her body trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On her neck, claw marks were still visible. Her skin was pale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She approached. Step by step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Abby didn’t stop her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman stood in front of Lamia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>SLAP.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound cracked through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia’s face snapped to the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The echo lingered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And in the next second, the woman hugged her. Tight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was unexpected for everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia froze. Not reacting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I met your daughter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman’s voice trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Layla.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She was a great woman.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tightened the embrace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A great companion...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice broke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In this shitty life that monster forced us to live.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia trembled. Her eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Layla...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands clenched. Then she returned the embrace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if she was about to break.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...my Layla...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice cracked. And she couldn’t hold it anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She broke. The tears came out uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other women looked at each other. Surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Layla?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is she...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Her mother...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The murmurs began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Layla was...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The one who had been here the longest...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She always helped us...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She taught us how to survive here...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Voices overlapped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shared memories.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia listened. And each word dragged her deeper. Her hands trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...I almost...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice came out broken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I almost killed...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She clenched her teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...my daughter’s friends...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tears overflowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...for a stupid revenge plan...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t hold herself up. Her body bent forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The weight of everything crashed down on her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, a hand rested on her shoulder. Firm. Warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don’t know what you had in mind.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was calm. But steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But the real enemy is Dante.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And no one else has to suffer because of that bastard.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lamia looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes were red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Filled with tears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...I’m sorry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at all of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Truly...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max held her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’ll forgive you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice hardened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When we have Dante’s head.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But this time...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes gleamed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He needs to be truly dead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1435,"2026-06-03T06:02:49.172Z",1,"novelbin.me","93ba1a13961719f4fab82f4ba20158064295259f01d852fa41a8900e7cf0f3a3","reincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat-chapter-87","reincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat-chapter-85",189,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freincarnated-as-a-princess-s-pet-with-trash-stat-cover.jpg"]