At this moment, Shane was holding Lilith, walking out of the corridor where the meeting room was located, completely unaware of how important the conversation inside was to him.
He was just walking and finally had the chance to ask Lilith various questions.
"Did you fall into the Poison Demon Territory when the tunnel collapsed?"
"And then you fought that Poison Demon?"
"I heard you fought for a whole day and night, are you okay?"
"If you were wronged, remember to tell me, daddy... I mean, your brother will avenge you."
Shane threw out one question after another with ease.
But Lilith wasn't annoyed at all, in fact, she looked completely delighted. Although she only responded with "Mm-hmm," Shane could still read her answers from this little goddess's eyes and expressions.
"So, you really got poisoned during the battle with that Poison Demon, and it took you several days to use your Authority to erode the toxins in your body?"
"And you're all right now?"
As Lilith's expression became increasingly joyful, Shane breathed a sigh of relief and couldn't help but feel emotional.
"That Poison Demon's poison is indeed a bit dangerous. Even Lilith inevitably got poisoned and it took her several days to dissolve the toxins. If she ever used this skill to poison me, even with the double protection of the Holy Sword and Blessing, I might not come out unscathed."
No wonder she's truly a Transcendent Level Existence, no wonder she's a demon who can firmly suppress even the combined forces of the Life Goddess and Nature Goddess.
"To truly stand on an equal footing with them, I've still got a long way to go."
But after sighing, Shane felt his collar being tugged slightly, and he was a bit stunned. Lowering his head, he looked into his arms.
There, the little goddess was staring at him with big, watery eyes, everything conveyed without words.
Shane was slightly startled, then he understood.
"Okay, okay, with you here, I don't have to be afraid of them, right?"
Shane pinched Lilith's little nose.
Lilith didn't mind at all, and once again laughed joyfully.
This obedient behavior, without any resistance or defense towards Shane, fully complying and feeling genuinely close and happy with his every action, truly moved Shane almost to the point of tears.
"You're still the best."
Shane felt an impulse to have a little darling daughter in the future.
Hopefully, Lilith won't compete for affection with his little darling in the future.
With such nonsensical thoughts, Shane finished walking the long corridor and arrived at a spacious hall.
In the hall, someone was waiting there.
Hette Yada saw Shane coming out and immediately gave him a slight bow.
Seeing Hette Yada, Shane didn't show much resistance.
Although this Limit Level Demon Clan Officer had once surrounded him in the Imperial City of the Human Realm, she was undoubtedly more restrained compared to the other arrogant officers. Not only did she not take action, but she also obediently retreated in the end.
At that time, Shane was puzzled about this for a long time.
After all, as a Limit Level existence and one known for her strong power in the Demon Clan, Hette Yada's strength was estimated to be among the top even in the entire Omni Potanssen.
If you exclude Transcendent Level existences, then perhaps Hette Yada is the strongest person in the entire Omni Potanssen, who knows.
Such a powerful person, Shane didn't believe she would retreat obediently out of fear of his title as a Hero and the power of the Holy Sword.
And if she hadn't retreated at that time, even if Shane hadn't used the Holy Sword or boosted his power with [Reincarnation Destiny], defeating her would've been quite difficult.
Therefore, towards this incredibly powerful yet tactful Limit Level strong person, Shane not only felt no resistance but also had a somewhat good impression.
Added to that, Hette Yada appeared to have no hostility towards him and even seemed somewhat to lower her stance, so naturally, Shane had no reason to put on airs.
Thus, Shane gave Hette Yada a smile.
"Are you waiting for your masters?" Shane said this: "They're still in the meeting."
With that, Shane made way.
But Hette Yada's gaze followed.
"Then does Lord Shane have nothing to do today?"
Hette Yada asked this question.
"Me?" Shane was a bit surprised but still replied: "Not exactly doing nothing, but nothing urgent either."
Having confirmed his engagement to Ai Yi and reunited with Lilith, what Shane needed to do next was probably wait for the demons' meeting to end, then gather with Ai Yi and ask her about You Lin's situation.
According to Chafne's statement, You Lin was the luckiest among them. After the collapse and disintegration of the passage to the Demon Realm, she just happened to fall into the Dragon Demon Territory and was taken away by Ai Yi.
Since that's the case, You Lin should be with Ai Yi, and there's even a possibility that she came along with Ai Yi.
Shane was thinking about confirming the dragon girl's status and checking if she followed along.
But these things indeed are not urgent.
Judging by Sera and the others' demeanor, they probably need a good while to talk.
In a month, the meeting of the three clans will begin, and as it's set in the Mitra Kingdom, the Demon leaders, the Demons, definitely have tons of things to discuss and handle.
With this in mind, Shane is already prepared to be laid-back for a month, then return to the Human Realm, back to the Mitra Kingdom with the Demons.
I just wonder how Luoqi is doing now, and if Tielle has recovered from the failure of the Imperial City trip.
Also, about Laischa and Lasha, Shane only found out about the true origins of this twin-like master and servant in the Imperial City, unsure if the pair so closely tied to the Demon King have obediently returned to the Royal Capital and stayed at their own home.
Moreover, Merica's situation is also somewhat concerning; I wonder how they're doing in the Divine World.
Hmm... thinking about all this, it seems I have quite a lot on my mind?
This month, can I really chill back?
Maybe I should just go back to the Mitra Kingdom earlier?
But after going back, how should I explain the engagement with Ai Yi to that Princess?
Doing the math, it's only been less than a month, maybe around half a month, since I parted ways with Luoqi after Elf Country; yet I've had my identity exposed, accepted an engagement, and ran over to the Demon Realm. If that Princess heard about all this, what would she think?
... She's probably already yelling about wanting to kill me, right?
Alright! Decided! I won't go back to the Mitra Kingdom for now!
This isn't out of cowardice, just giving my future wife some face.
After all, if such a beauty goes berserk, it's probably not a pretty scene, right?
To let my wife keep being a pretty Princess, I must be considerate and give her some time to calm down.
That's exactly right!
With this thought, Shane showed a very relaxed smile, as if not the least bit anxious, like he could live in the Demon Realm until the end of days.
Seeing Shane , Hette Yada, though unsure of the amazing brainstorm this unreliable Hero went through, could tell from his smile that he... was indeed very at ease!
Right there, Hette Yada looked Shane straight in the eye.
"Since you seem to have no urgent matters today, could you spare some time to help me with something?"
Hette Yada suddenly made such a request.
The surprise on Shane's face grew stronger.
"Yes." Hette Yada nodded firmly and said, "In fact, last time I went to the Human Realm, it was to ask for a favor from you, the Hero."
Upon hearing this, Shane came to a sudden realization.
No wonder a grand Limit Level powerhouse, one of only three existences in the entire Demon Clan, would disregard identity and position to come block me in such a situation.
Turns out, she wasn't here to pick a fight, but to ask for my help?
Shane somewhat understood why Hette Yada backed off last time.
She was definitely afraid of provoking me and causing dislike, right?
This time, in every word and action, the other side showed some respect for me, likely because they needed my favor.
Otherwise, a Limit Level powerhouse who even Transcendent Level existences show some respect, wouldn't have been so respectful to an outsider Hero like me.
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Shane asked ambiguously.
"Yes." Hette Yada nodded again, staring intently at Shane, "Perhaps for others, this is very difficult, even Lord Sera has no guarantee of completing it, but for someone who possesses the Holy Sword and can purify all evil and remove all negative powers like you, it might be as easy as lifting a finger."
By the end, Hette Yada's tone was subtly tinged with urgency, sincerity, and even pleading.
It's imaginable how important this matter is for this Limit Level powerhouse.
Shane thought it over and ultimately did not find a reason to refuse.
Though they respect me because they need something, Shane didn't find this off-putting due to their sincere manner.
Adding to the accumulated good impression, Shane nodded under Hette Yada's expectant gaze.
"Alright, if it's as easy as you say, I wouldn't mind helping out."
Shane's acceptance brought a trace of joy to Hette Yada's otherwise aloof face.
"Do you have time this evening?"
Hette Yada asked eagerly.
That eager look... Well, Shane almost misunderstood.
"I have time tonight."
Shane answered the question with utmost seriousness.
"Great." Hette Yada handed Shane a piece of parchment, "Then please come to the small grove mentioned on this paper tonight, the later the better, preferably avoiding being seen."
Receiving the parchment made the corners of Shane's mouth twitch.
Really... it wasn't just his imagination going astray...