Chapter 483

In the Glanston family, that is a secret that has lasted for two hundred years.

When the ancestors of Campbell were fighting bloodily with demons outside Lei Ming City, Glanston, who was close to the Grand Duke, quietly established another layer of relationship with the enemy.

They secretly let go of the Demon King who was weak in the war, and secretly worshipped the adult who was said to have a high status in hell.

After reaching an unspeakable deal, they exchanged hypocritical respect for hell's generosity, maintaining a relationship of taking what they need with the Demon King.

Hell has many resources that are scarce on the surface, such as precious magic materials, magic crystals, and the most direct gold, etc.

And the Demon King of Lei Ming County also has things he needs. For example, information about the surface, for example, the battle achievements used to hand over to the Demon Capital.

Although this behavior is obviously rebellious, the Glanston family does not think this is a naked betrayal—

After all, in the eyes of the heads of the family, they are just using the enemy!

Anyway, the Demon King cannot conquer the surface, and both the Empire and Hell are just maintaining the status quo, so what if they use it a little bit?

Isn't Lei Ming City relying on the adventurers brought by the labyrinth to earn the first pot of gold?

And even the nobles of the Holy City may not dare to say that they are sincere to Saint Xisi and have never colluded with demons.

For the powerful, betting on both sides is the most normal thing.

Glanston's territory is the farthest from the labyrinth, so they don't have to worry about demons burning the war to their own backyard, and can play with fire without worry.

This is both a way for them to seize benefits and a means to balance the Grand Duke's power. After all, Lei Ming City is too strong, and the counts have to endure the citizens who climb on their noses and faces, as well as the Duke's constantly expanding ambition.

However, Count Derike Glanston obviously did not realize that the world is changing.

Aaron Campbell's Light of Praise not only stabbed a puppet Demon King with no real power to death, but also replaced him with a true Demon King with great ambition.

Just as the situation in the Principality of Campbell was surging, a earth-shaking turmoil also occurred in the Demon Capital of Hell, and it had long been settled.

With Elder Zakluo being stepped on ten thousand feet, the Delagong family, who was forced to shrink their sphere of influence, no longer had any interests on the northeast coast of the Vortex Sea.

Even the current head of the Delagong family, Xinuo Delagong, is the most loyal "fan" of Councilor Luo Yan, and only follows the latter's lead.

This is an unavoidable thing.

After his father and grandfather died one after another, and his brother was imprisoned, this young fear demon with an unstable foundation had only the nepotism of Councilor Luo Yan as his only reliance.

To be more precise.

Without the "quasi-son-in-law of the Padriqi family" covering him, the huge foundation of the Delagong family in hell would have been divided up by other demons long ago…

……

In the underground altar of Glanston Castle, the scarlet light in the eyes of the obsidian Demon King statue slowly extinguished, and the room where the candles flickered returned to calm.

At the same time, in the distant Demon Capital of Hell, the study of the Delagong family manor became restless.

Xinuo Delagong opened his eyes suddenly, his consciousness pulled away from that cold stone statue and returned to his own body.

Leaning his back against the comfortable walnut chair, that seemingly young minotaur head was now full of question marks, and he couldn't relax at all.

"Attack Lei Ming City? Me?"

"…Is this guy crazy?" Xinuo muttered in a low voice, and the blank expression did not dissipate from that arrogant face for a long time.

He probably understood what the human noble meant.

Simply put, the Glanston family, who once had dealings with the Delagong family, hoped that he would take advantage of the turmoil within the Principality of Campbell to come out in full force and wash away the shame.

As long as the demon army lands in Lei Ming City, Grand Duke Edward, who is caught in a two-front war, will immediately lose all bargaining chips!

This idea sounds really interesting, and what's especially interesting is that the Delagong family has long since ceased to be the master of the Lei Ming County labyrinth.

They, obviously, found the wrong person.

Out of caution, Xinuo did not immediately refuse Glanston's call, but vaguely asked him to wait for the "Demon King's" decree, claiming that he needed to "gather the demon generals to discuss."

In fact, he didn't have any demon generals; he was a bare commander now.

Xinuo Delagong stood up from the chair, frowning and pacing back and forth on the expensive cashmere carpet.

Corrupting surface human nobles is one of the daily routines of demons. As the head of the Delagong family, he responded to the distant call out of curiosity, but didn't expect to hear such an outrageous request.

Is it a coincidence?

Or is it Councilor Luo Yan's… test for him?

Thinking of this, Xinuo's heart shrank suddenly, and a drop of cold sweat slipped across his forehead unconsciously.

No…

It shouldn't be.

He has been managing the Delagong family's territory safely recently, cleaning up the mess left by Elder Zakluo, and hasn't done anything worth suspecting, right?

He didn't hesitate anymore, walked to the desk, and pulled a thin rope.

The distant bell rang, and a cold shadow slid down from the wall, turning into a tall and withered figure.

"Master, are you looking for me?" The gargoyle butler bowed silently, his face as cold as granite full of respect.

"Prepare the carriage immediately! I'm going to the Demon King Management Department!" Xinuo said with a hum.

The expression on the gargoyle's face did not change at all, only respectfully said.

"Do you need to prepare the council documents for you?"

Xinuo shook his head.

"No need, I'm not going to a meeting, just help me apply for the teleportation array there."

The gargoyle butler raised his head, and a hint of surprise flashed in his gray pupils.

"Teleportation array? Master, where are you going?"

"The Demon King's territory in Lei Ming County!"

Xinuo grabbed the cloak on the coat rack, strode toward the door, leaving only a firm back and a sentence.

"I'm going to find Councilor Luo Yan!"

To avoid possible misunderstandings.

He wants to report to Luo Yan in person!

……

The teleportation room of the Great Cemetery, the gloomy atmosphere is the same as ever.

Just at this moment, the light of the Nether Magic Array flourished suddenly, accompanied by a flash of ghostly green light, and then shrank suddenly.

A figure stumbled out of the light, supported the cold floor with one hand, and made a violent retching sound.

"Ugh—"

The surrounding acolytes looked at him in surprise, obviously not expecting a fear demon to come from the teleportation array. Several acolytes looked at each other, and one of them went to report to the Demon King.

Xinuo, who was supporting the floor, panted for a long time before standing up. That rough cow face was now as pale as paper, and cold sweat soaked his handmade luxurious dress.

He felt as if his soul had been stuffed into a jar full of broken glass, and then shaken violently by a troll for a minute.

"This damn subspace…" Xinuo muttered through gritted teeth, wondering why no one wanted to sit on this thing.

This feeling is indeed uncomfortable, especially this feeling of weakness that makes him feel very insecure.

Since he broke through the bottleneck of the Silver tier and advanced to the Gold tier, the side effects of the teleportation array have also increased by a large margin.

However, now is not the time to be dazed.

Enduring the dizziness of the world spinning, he stood straight against the wall, tidied up his messy collar, and then strode toward the audience hall.

Just a little discomfort, not enough to delay Councilor Luo Yan's major affairs!

……

The audience hall of the Demon King's Palace, Luo Yan was leaning on the granite throne, leisurely flipping through a magic book copied from the Academy.

When Xinuo's slightly hurried footsteps came, he slowly raised his head and said in a voice like a spring breeze.

"Xinuo? My old friend, what wind blew you here?"

Xinuo walked quickly to the steps, bowed respectfully, and said in a muffled voice.

"Councilor, the situation is urgent, and… too bizarre, I must report to you in person! So as not to cause you misunderstanding!"

"Oh?"

Luo Yan closed the book and sat up with interest.

"Let's hear it."

Xinuo quickly organized his language in his mind, and repeated the absurd plan of how Count Derike Glanston summoned him, mistook him for the new Demon King of Lei Ming County, and finally asked him to send troops to attack Lei Ming City, all over again.

After finishing everything, the honest fear demon stopped talking and waited quietly for the Demon King's decision.

What he didn't expect was that after listening to his statement, Luo Yan's reaction was very flat, just laughed softly.

"Interesting."

He was not surprised that the nobles of the Principality of Campbell would be unable to hold back and wanted to take advantage of Edward's lack of wings to fire the first shot.

It's just that he still didn't expect that because both sides were his own people, this gun he personally let go of actually went around and returned to his palm.

Seeing that Luo Yan didn't seem angry that he was involved in the affairs of Lei Ming County, but rather interested, Xinuo's heart that was hanging up finally landed.

As long as the Demon King doesn't misunderstand that the Delagong family is doing small movements behind his back!

Xinuo's face showed an honest smile, immediately leaned forward, lowered his voice, and offered advice diligently.

"Councilor, this Derike actually openly summoned demons. In human terms, this is a nailed-down blasphemy! The subordinate has a plan. We can 'inadvertently' reveal this news to Saint Xisi's running dog… that is the Tribunal!"

His gaze became more and more sinister, and he continued fiercely.

"Let the people of the Tribunal search Glanston's castle, and they will definitely find something in his castle! By the way, I have another clue to provide, that altar has no windows, it should be underground!"

Xinuo was also not polite at all. The secret that Count Derike told him with his heart, he turned around and shook it to the real Demon King.

Luo Yan listened with interest, looking at Xinuo with both appreciation and a hint of emotion.

Campbell's nobles conspired to use the power of hell to eliminate political opponents.

And the demons of hell are proposing to use the Tribunal of the Tribunal to clean up a human younger brother who caused trouble for himself.

This world is getting more and more upside down.

But maybe, this is the real world.

Patiently listening to the whole plan to the end, Luo Yan shook his head and gave a pertinent criticism, "Your plan, to be honest, is not very smart."

Xinuo's smile froze on his face, and he said blankly.

"Ah?"

"The Tribunal is a double-edged sword," Luo Yan said lightly, "They are now worried that they can't find an excuse to expand the purge. We lead them to the North Creek Valley, which will only make this fire burn more vigorously and drag the entire Principality of Campbell into it… This is not in my interest."

Another thing, Princess Ailin finally gained an advantage in the confrontation with the Tribunal, making the latter very embarrassed.

At this time, letting Ximenes find the moral high ground will instead put Princess Ailin in a passive position.

After all, no matter how you explain it, Count Derike is also a Campbell person. Although it is true that he became a "human traitor," it is not necessary to beat him into a "human traitor."

Of course, regarding Princess Ailin, Luo Yan didn't tell Xinuo.

After all, Xinuo, this kid, is also quite close to the Padriqi family, and Mi Ya is always asking about his news everywhere. What if he accidentally leaks it?

By then, he would have to explain for a long time that everything is for the Demon God, for hell.

Xinuo's spirit was shocked.

Leading the Tribunal to the Principality of Campbell is not in the Demon King's interest?

What does this mean?

Could it be—

The mysterious and terrifying Councilor Luo Yan has already included the enemy of the Lei Ming County labyrinth—the Principality of Campbell—into his territory?!

Realizing this, Xinuo, the whole cow demon was shocked.

When did this happen?!

Luo Yan closed the magic book in his hand, tapped his index finger lightly on the armrest of the throne, and already had a plan in his heart.

"Xinuo, after you go back, do as I say."

"Obey! Councilor!"

"Don't rush to leave, I haven't finished speaking yet."

Calling Xinuo, who turned to leave, Luo Yan's mouth hooked into an arc, and continued to speak in a slow tone.

"Tell Count Derike that the 'Demon King' agrees to his summons. Let him set a time, and we will 'act together'."

"Ah?!" Xinuo raised his head, a blank look on his face, "Demon King, you… want to attack Lei Ming City?"

A second ago he was still thinking about whether the Principality of Campbell had changed owners, and Luo Yan's words made him unable to make up his mind again.

To be honest, he didn't recommend Luo Yan to do this.

There is no good end to head-to-head with human heroes. What if something goes wrong?

He only has this one thigh!

"Of course not, why would I invade myself?"

Luo Yan looked at this minotaur with eyes like looking at an idiot, suppressed the urge to roll his eyes, and taught patiently, "Next time Count Derike summons you, you tell him that the demon generals of the labyrinth have reached a consensus and are ready to return to the surface to wash away the shame and avenge the shot of Grand Duke Aaron Campbell! However, your forces are thin and you have only just accumulated a little strength, enough only to harass the Lei Ming City area."

"If you want us to attack, then let me see your sincerity. I, Xinuo Delagong, swear that as long as the northern vassals are the first to ignite the fire of rebellion and challenge the Campbell throne, Lei Ming City will fall into a sea of fire."

Xinuo was stunned.

"Swear by my name?"

Luo Yan said speechlessly.

"Nonsense, if not yours, should I use mine?"

"Hehe, that's true…"

Xinuo smiled embarrassedly, touched the bull horns on his head, and suddenly the whole cow demon was stunned, and a light of great realization erupted in his muddy eyes.

"I understand! You want to lure the snake out of the hole!"

Luo Yan nodded with satisfaction.

"You finally understand."

By the time Count Derike really makes a move, this Count gentleman will soon find that the demons of hell are not so simple.

The labyrinth in Lei Ming County is calm and nothing happened. The demons are engaged in construction in the southwest swamp and are having a great time with the lizardmen.

At this time, whoever stands up first is embarrassed.

By then, Count Derike will completely confirm the crime of treason. Edward can rightfully raise the banner of suppressing the rebellion and clear all internal opposition forces in one fell swoop.

Since a powder keg is destined to explode, let it explode in a safe place in a relatively gentle form.

Xinuo admired him so much that he couldn't help but quietly give a thumbs up.

Deserving to be the youngest councilor in the history of the Demon Capital—

The strength is really unfathomable!

After completely understanding the Demon King's plan, Xinuo was spirited and about to leave, preparing to return to the Demon Capital to execute it immediately.

However, before he took two steps, he was called by the Demon King on the throne again.

"What's the rush."

Xinuo braked his footsteps suddenly and turned around respectfully.

But he was surprised to find that Luo Yan's figure had disappeared from the granite throne and was walking toward him leisurely under the steps.

"You just came through the teleportation array, and your body is still recovering. Continuous use of the teleportation array is a big burden on you. It's not too late to rest in the Great Cemetery for two days before leaving."

"Thank you for the Demon King's consideration! I'm actually okay, two teleports are still bearable." Facing this sudden concern, Xinuo was also flattered for a while and thanked him quickly.

He didn't know that someone was not considering him, but just tired of staying on that cold and hard stone throne, and came down to move around.

"Okay, don't be so polite." Luo Yan smiled and waved his hand to signal him to relax.

To be honest, he still appreciated this guy's unruly appearance, but didn't expect him to become timid after advancing to the Gold tier.

Of course—

It doesn't rule out that he is only like this in front of himself.

Demons, like humans, also have two faces.

Looking at the relaxed Xinuo, Luo Yan reopened the conversation in a casual tone.

"How is the situation in the Demon Capital recently?"

"Everything is fine!" Xinuo smiled honestly and answered truthfully, "There have been no major events in the Demon Capital recently. The biggest news is that Miss Prince Kelin punched the promotion examiner of the Higher Demon Academy…"

"Haha," Luo Yan had heard Vivian mention this, laughed twice and said, "That guy is really capable of causing trouble."

Causing trouble?

Xinuo was stunned.

He felt that Miss Vivian's grandfather, that is, His Highness Caesar Prince Kelin, who served as the Minister of Military Affairs, seemed quite happy?

The reason why this incident became news seems to be because His Highness Caesar told everyone he met, making the Higher Demon Academy a bit unhappy, which led to the unknown past between Professor Aidoniya and His Highness Caesar…

One person and one demon chatted for a while.

Including the hot-selling hot pot in the Demon Capital, and another batch of newcomers about to graduate from the Demon King Academy, all became the topic of the two.

It is said that the Great Cemetery is now the "first choice" that graduates yearn for, and many of the Demon King's juniors want to run here for internships.

However, based on Luo Yan's understanding of his alma mater's school spirit, those guys are probably not here to learn, but to take something else.

Humans have indeed been a bit degenerate recently, but compared to the demons of hell, they are still too conservative.

Feeling that the atmosphere was quite good, Xinuo hesitated for a moment, and finally opened his mouth cautiously: "Councilor, I dare to ask… when do you plan to return to the Demon Capital? During the time you were away, many people in the Demon Capital missed you very much."

"Wait until I finish these trivial matters on the surface," Luo Yan replied casually, "Did something happen?"

Xinuo said quickly.

"It's like this, the subordinate just passed by the Demon King Management Department and happened to meet Miss Mi Ya. She is very concerned about you, and repeatedly told me that if I see you, I must convey her most sincere greetings on her behalf."

"Mi Ya?"

Luo Yan smiled, and his tone became much gentler.

"Then after you go back, also say hello to Miss Mi Ya for me, and say that when I finish the things here, I will go back to visit her."

"Obey!" Xinuo immediately straightened his waist and said happily, "I will definitely bring the words!"

At this moment, the two people chatting did not notice that their chat was heard clearly by two figures hanging upside down on the huge chandelier high in the audience hall.

I saw Youxi and Mixi from the Nightmare Township, holding feather dusters, working hard to wipe the dust that didn't exist at all.

They weren't eavesdropping on purpose, they just happened to be waiting for orders in the audience hall, and the Demon King didn't let them roll, so they could only try to reduce their presence and pretend they weren't here.

In fact, things that can be said in the audience hall were not sensitive topics, and it didn't matter if they were heard.

Just…

The brain circuits of little demons are mostly abnormal, always focusing on inexplicable places.

"Mixi! Mixi!" Youxi poked her companion with the tip of her tail and said nervously, "Did you hear that? Mi Ya?! Who is that again?"

"Listening to Councilor Xinuo's tone, it's definitely a woman's name!" Mixi's pointed ears drooped, "And, and it's from the Demon Capital!"

"My God!" Youxi took a deep breath and almost fell from the chandelier, "Could it be… could it be that our respected Demon King really has a marriage contract back home?!"

"Woooooo… then what about Her Highness Cici?"

"That kind of sad thing… don't."

Demons in the countryside and demons in the Demon Capital… simply can't win!

The two little demons looked at each other in the air and reached a sad consensus in an instant, but completely forgot the size gap that was even harder to overcome than the household registration gap.

"Mixi," Youxi was the first to wipe away her tears and looked at Mixi seriously, "This kind of sad thing…"

Before Youxi could speak, Mixi nodded with tears in her eyes, but cried even more sadly.

"Absolutely, absolutely cannot tell Her Majesty Cici!"

The source of that pool of mysterious liquid in the Demon King's study last time hasn't been investigated clearly, and now such a sad thing has happened.

Their Majesty will definitely be unable to bear the blow and go crazy!

The minotaur brother who was chatting hotly with Councilor Luo Yan, with a flattering smile on his face, suddenly touched his bare forehead in confusion.

Hmm?

Does Lord Luo Yan's palace leak too?

Really strange!