
Wearing the best dress that I have, and makeup my face as beautiful as possible but still looks natural even though half will be covered by a mask, I stood majestically in front of the entrance to welcome the important guest scheduled to arrive today.
Next to me are Percy and Glory.
Meno and Victoria stood not far behind while the other Maids and Butlers lined up neatly right next to the right and left of the entrance.
Long enough to wait, the guests who were waiting finally arrived as well.
He was a tall man with an athletic body that was unable to be hidden by the luxurious suit he was wearing. The suit he was wearing looked like a aligned dark red military uniform
with her hair.
What was on his waist was a long sword with a gold-plated Dragon-head shaped handle. While showing a charming smile, he walked with dignity and confidence
while emitting an aura that made those who felt it feel like bowing before him.
By the time I said that she had a charming smile, I was really serious. It was evidenced by the Maids who seemed fascinated just by looking at his smile.
Of course, that smile had no effect on me.
The problem was the aura he was emitting. Indeed, I had to cover all my Servants with my own Man in order to prevent them from submitting to him.
Accompanying the handsome man was another handsome man.
With his short black hair neatly combed, he was wearing a Tuxedo? A black classic usually worn by a Pianist while performing.
I don't see what weapon he's carrying. But I'm sure it's true that he has a hidden weapon or something.
At first glance, he looks like a human being. But if you look more observant again, it will appear that he has pale skin, slightly tapered ears, blood red eyes, etc, as well as a pair of fangs were seen when he opened his mouth even if only slightly.
There is no doubt that he is a vampire.
Only the two of them looked like important people. The rest were nothing more than Servants as well as Guards both in sight and who were hiding in the shadows.
"Welcome, in this humble abode... I'm Baron Malika von Verloren. It's great to welcome you all"
After giving my greetings, it was their turn to return the greetings from me.
With an authoritative respectful style, the man with red hair introduced himself "It's nice to meet you, Baron Malika. This self was a 'Strade' from a distant land. My name is Leaf Buoy.
What an honor to be welcomed by a beautiful noble like you".
At the time 'Leaf' raised his head, it could be seen a 'satisfied' expression like a child who had just successfully convicted his friend.
Next is the Vampire's turn.
"Include me, I am the assistant of Mr. Leaf, Vergil Nero"
What a short introduction. And I'll pretend not to know that it's the name of two very famous characters in the game.
After introducing each other, I also took them to the meeting room that had been prepared beforehand.
Waiting for the Maids including Meno to finish preparing drinks and other dishes, I invited Leaf to have a casual conversation before entering the main topic.
"Mr Leaf, you've spent a few days in this city. As the new ruler of this Region, may I ask for your opinion on this city? If anything is lacking, I might be able to fix it"
"Honestly, I've never seen the blue ocean before. Back when I wanted to visit this city, Ayahanda forbade because he said this city is very dirty and not worth remembering.
However, after seeing this city with my own eyes and head, I was convinced that this city was very different from what my Father had said"
"I'm really flattered. The first time I set foot in this city, this city is indeed the same as it was rumored. It took effort and hard work for this city to look like you see it today"
Coincidentally, drinks in the form of tea and other snacks such as cakes and sweets have just been served.
"Please, enjoy our simple meal"
"Oh, of course"
For a while no words were spoken.
Me, Leaf, and Vergil who had been sitting right next to Leaf just focused on enjoying a delicious snack with a soothing warm tea.
Looks like Leaf really enjoyed the snacks served. And for Vergil... I see, so the Vampire was numb well.
"What a sweet treat I've ever tasted. It tastes sweet and soft when chewed. And this tea, one sip is enough to refresh the tongue so I can taste the other sweets"
"Your compliments will be conveyed to our Chef"
Putting down her empty teacup, Leaf picked up another sweet while Meno, who played Maid, immediately filled the cup with freshly brewed tea.
Meanwhile, Vergil appeared to have only spent half a cup before finally putting it back on the table. When a Maid tries to refill his cup, Vergil refuses.
Hm... I think it's time.
Coincidentally Maid who was about to refill the Vergil cup was one of my slaves. With this I can rule it at will.
"...bring Mr. Vergil a new cup. This time do not fill it with tea but with your own blood"
The Maid looked very surprised. However, since this was an order from me made him have no other choice but to follow it.
The maid took the still-clean cup and took the small knife used to cut the fruits in her right hand. Putting his left wrist over the empty cup...
"Wait a minute..."
Seeing this Vergil attempted to stop the Maid. Of course I won't let that happen.
"Mr Vergil, as the host, I wish to be able to provide a decent service to all my guests. So, please at least let Me entertain you with a drink that suits your taste"
"Miss Malika, I really appreciate the goodwill..."
This time it was Leaf's turn to interrupt Vergil's words. From the look of his eyes alone was enough to make Vergil willingly willing to sit back quietly.
With nothing more to stand in his way, the Maid finally finished filling the cup with a thick red liquid and served it to Vergil.
Although somewhat reluctant, Vergil still spent the cup greedily.
Seeing this I too became satisfied. Oh, don't forget I've allowed the Maid to come out with her bleeding wrist.
"Is this how a Witch treats her own subordinates?!"
"I don't know about my other sisters, but this is how I treat my own subordinates"
Good, with this I no longer need to play a role while using the name given by the ugly Mother and no good-nice.
And it seems that Leaf also agrees with this.
"Alright, Prince Draco, Mr. Allucard. How about we start getting into the real conversation?"
"I completely agree with that, Magician Lavender"
...
With the atmosphere changing seriously, there was no longer any reason for us not to use real names.
"Prince Draco, is the reason you're here for your brother?"
"That's one reason. The other reason why we came here was for the sake of taking over, or at least destroying the ancient ruins of the Narsist Kingdom"
"I see, then I assume you are aware that there are many ancient ruins in this Kingdom, right?"
"We are very aware of that. That's why our target is to snatch at least half of the existing ruins"
If that's the story, then it means that Prince Draco came while carrying his troops who are now being placed in a place that I do not know.
Glancing at the man beside him, I guessed that he was the one who would lead the assault on the ruins.
And my guess is right.
"Maybe you could have expected it, but this person beside me is the one who will help in snatching away any ruins that exist. As for strength, Allucard has been recommended by the Prince
Verfolger Pes Sanguine of the Sanguine Kingdom"
I already knew about it.
But let's pretend we don't know.
"It's nice to hear it" giving a signal to my Servant, a Butler came over while carrying some documents in his hand.
Receiving the document, I then handed it over to Prince Draco.
"This is all I've been able to investigate about your sister. Please accept"
"Thank you very much, this will be very helpful"
Reading the documents I gave, a smile grew on Prince Draco's face.
"so... So that bitch is the Third Princess..."
After reading the document, it took a while for Prince Draco to return his expression to its original state.
After that we continued to discuss some other important things.
I also told them that I had made connections with the Second Prince and the first Princess of the Narsist Kingdom. Of course I also tell about the wishes of those who also want to
stop this futile battle along with their intention to change this Kingdom.
Lastly, I told Prince Draco the real reason why this war could take place.
"The "Tower of Challenge? This is the first time I've heard of it..."
"I've heard of this tower. Legend has it that whoever climbed the tower to reach the top, all his wishes will be granted"
"Like that well, is this Tower really in the Sanguine Kingdom?"
"It was like that at first, it's just that about 50 years ago the Tower suddenly disappeared along with a city in the vicinity"
"Disappeared?! Wait a minute, if that's true, doesn't that mean this war is a waste?"
I can only nod. Of course I won't tell them the real facts.
"If this is the way, I think we should speed up our plans..."
"Wait a minute, Prince Draco. Don't be in such a hurry. If we follow my plan, then it will take at least three months before we can overthrow this Kingdom with minimal bloodshed"
"Oh, interesting. Let's hear it"
Listening to my plan, Prince Draco seemed very interested and intended to take part in the plan I had made.
...
At night.
Immersing myself into the pool of warm water, I tried to rest my tired body after a long and tiring encounter.
Over the course of a full day we talked about this plan and it made me exhausted both physically and mentally.
Before dinner, Allucard was ready to run the Quest he was given. Of course I've already given him a map that points him to the nearby ruins.
At dinner I introduced Luna to Prince Draco along with the important role Luna had in this plan.
With all the things that have happened, it is appropriate that I reward myself with the maximum service from Victoria and Meno in the bathroom...
"So, do you like the view we offer?"
Taking a dip across from me was Prince Draco who had taken his two Female Servants with him.
Of course none of us were wearing a single piece of clothing.
It made me able to see his trained body and also pure white without any stains or abrasions.
His muscles look burly and hard evidence that he has trained them. Although I said burly, his body was not as big as a weightlifter but more like the body of a martial artist.
"Of course, what kind of man is able to take his eyes off the body of an angel like yourself"
"Oh, are you sure you didn't look wrong? I'm a Half-Demon you know"
"Heh, no matter what race you have, I know an angel when I see it"
Oh, my gosh. Do all Princes really like to act bravely like this?
With one hand gesture, I ordered Victoria and Meno to leave leaving us both. Seeing this, Prince Draco also ordered the two Servants who were with him to leave.
With this there are only two of us. Both in the bathroom. Without anything to hinder us...
"Well, what do you really want to talk about?"
Prince Draco gives a naughty grin.
"I'm so grateful that you're so quick to respond... Witch Lavender, are you interested in becoming a Royal Witch in the Drakon Kingdom?"
I see, then the story then it was only natural that he could not talk about it in front of the crowd. Especially when there is Allucard which is technically a special agent from Sanguine Kingdom.
To become a Royal Witch, that means I will be bound to that Kingdom.
I will have the protection of that Kingdom and the obligation to protect that Kingdom. In general, a Royal Witch will get the proper duties of a Royal Counselor.
My knowledge and wisdom will be needed to overcome all the problems that befall the Kingdom especially if the problems are related to magic.
Being a Royal Witch is a huge responsibility. Even I know not to take this offer for granted.
"And what reason do you believe that I am the right person to be a Royal Witch? If you ask me, my sister Rosemary seems a lot better suited for the position"
"Don't be humble like that, the fact that you are able to defeat a Dragon is more than enough to convince everyone of your power. Also, don't you forget that Ibis Forest... Or now
the so-called Ibis Dungeon was still within the Drakon Kingdom?"
...I can't deny it.
Making this a 'Compensation' from taking out a patch of his estate was a good reason to have me bonded with the Drakon Kingdom.
Still, I didn't just bow down.
"Oh, Prince Draco. Are you offending this now that you see me as having a title and also a territory in the Narsist Kingdom?"
On target!
It was only a quick glance, but I could see his expression change.
"I know that your territory is part of your disguise. But this has also become a living proof that you have the ability to cultivate a territory. It feels like this is the right move to make you a Royal Witch in the Drakon Kingdom"
Shit, this is backfiring.
"I feel flattered. Even so, do not forget that I am still a Half-Demon. The blood of a Devil (Demon) flows within this self. This may not be acceptable to many"
"That's true, but you're also the granddaughter of Cardinal La Ciel. The leader of Sol Ciel. I'm sure people wouldn't dare to mess with your background like that"
All right, now I've really run out of ideas. I don't know how I can refuse his invitation.
Oh, that's right too! There's still that way!
"Oh, you just made me run out of options. Well, what would I get if I accepted your offer?"
This time a big smile was created on his face.
"If you want to become a Royal Witch, not only will you get full protection from us, but you will also gain access to the deepest parts of the Royal Library. What
stored there are not only the secret documents of the Kingdom, but also contains books containing ancient magic that even our Magicians cannot translate.
And when I say protection, it also means we'll turn our eyes to all 'Experiments' which you run as long as it does not have a negative impact or harm Drakon Kingdom either directly or indirectly.
Lastly, if you accept this offer, you'll also get..."
Oh my goodness, look at that. If this is the way then it is impossible for me to be able to reject it.