“Thank you so much, Erika! We, the ‘Bronze Black Cross’, have been thinking about how to earn the ‘King’s’ forgiveness and recognition. What happened at the ‘She-Wolf’ headquarters in Rome last time has caused a lot of criticism against the teacher within the ‘Bronze Black Cross’. Some elders have expressed their dissatisfaction with the teacher's actions, even suggesting that she should step down from her position as ‘Commander’.”
“…. My actions were indeed a bit out of line. Fortunately, the ‘King’ forgave us in the end.”
Liliana said to her friend beside her gratefully.
Although her insightful friend had played a trick on her at the ‘She-Wolf’ headquarters, compared to the survival of the ‘Bronze Black Cross’ and the consolidation of the teacher's position, her own honor and loss were nothing.
Erika and Liliana were walking on the road to the villa. Because Roy had not set a time limit for Erika, she was not in a hurry. After she found Liliana, she took advantage of this trip to the villa to have a good talk with Liliana about the things she should pay attention to when meeting the ‘King’.
“Since the ‘King’ said he forgave the ‘Bronze Black Cross’, he won’t make any trouble afterwards. So Liliana, you don't have to worry. Besides…”
Erika paused, her friend was too politically naive. She hadn't realized that the ‘King’ wasn't trying to punish the ‘Bronze Black Cross’. He was just looking for an excuse to incorporate the Italian Seven Sisters Alliance.
The ‘Bronze Black Cross’, where Liliana belonged, was just coincidentally used as an example by the ‘King’. It could only be said that they were unlucky.
But since Liliana couldn't see through it, Erika wasn't going to say more.
The girl who looked like a little devil blinked her eyes and said mischievously: “….Lili, for my ‘life-threatening’ advice to the ‘King’ this time, shouldn’t you thank me?”
“Erika, what do you want me to do to thank you? As long as I can do it, I will definitely do it.”
The pure knight princess said honestly.
However, Liliana was also a little afraid. Why did Erika use the phrase ‘life-threatening’ to describe it? Was the ‘King’ really that cruel?
In fact, after their old rivals, the ‘Red Bronze Black Cross’, completely surrendered to the new King, the ‘Bronze Black Cross’ had also considered whether they should surrender to another ‘King’ to obtain a way of survival. They had even decided on a candidate, the oldest Demon King, the Marquis of Voban.
But Roy’s forceful actions in Rome made all the Italian Seven Sisters swear allegiance to him. He had completely cut off the path of betrayal for these magic societies, forcing all magic societies in Italy to follow him and become his vassals.
As Liliana was thinking about the recent misfortunes, Erika’s beautiful eyes lit up. She giggled and said: “….Lili, why don't you use the love story you wrote as a reward? I’ve always wanted to read the novels you wrote. Don’t worry, I’ll be your loyal fan!”
“You, you, you, you… Erika, how did you know I was writing a novel?!”
Liliana was startled when she heard Erika’s words. She almost jumped up, and her crystal-clear skin turned pink with shame.
“I just happened to hear your maid, Karen Yangkorovsky, mention it, but seeing Liliana's reaction, it seems like it’s true.”
Erika pondered for a moment.
Liliana realized then that she had been teased. Her face flushed, and she carefully thought about what had happened since she met Erika. She suddenly realized: “….Erika, you’re lying to me. It wasn't you who advised the ‘King’ to give us, the ‘Bronze Black Cross’, a chance to redeem ourselves. The ‘King’ needed me from the beginning!”
“Oh, I knew I couldn’t fool you, Lili. Although you look a bit stupid, you are actually very wise!”
Erika sighed exaggeratedly. In fact, she also knew that her friend was very clever. It was just that the current environment and atmosphere made it difficult for her to think rationally.
“You’re so bad, Erika! No wonder everyone calls you a ‘devilish woman’!”
The two 14-year-old girls arrived at Roy’s villa while bickering.
…
“Liliana Kranichar of the ‘Bronze Black Cross’ greets the King, the leader of the ‘Seven Sisters’, Roy!”
In the luxurious residence, Liliana knelt on one knee, performing a perfect knight's salute, and greeted Roy.
She was wearing a knight's uniform that was very suitable for action, with a black and blue shawl draped over her shoulders. Between the hem of her skirt and her white knight’s socks, a section of her pink, delicate "absolute domain" was exposed.
Liliana’s voice didn't have the soft charm of Erika's, but instead had a more stern and imposing air, making it easy to associate her with knightly virtues like ‘honesty’ and ‘bravery’.
“Liliana Kranichar, I have a deep impression of you. At the ‘She-Wolf’ headquarters, you were the only one who dared to draw your sword at me.”
Roy’s tone was calm, neither angry nor smiling. It was as if he were just stating a simple fact.
But this simple sentence made Liliana sweat all over. The petite body that was kneeling on one knee shook slightly. An indescribable fear came over her heart. Especially under the influence of Roy’s power, this fear was magnified infinitely. If Liliana’s spirit wasn’t strong enough, she would have fainted from fear.
“Liliana has offended the ‘King’s’ majesty. I am willing to accept any punishment.”
Although the girl was afraid, her words were strong and unwavering, without any sign of retreat.
And Erika, standing beside her, just lowered her head and said nothing.
“Willing to accept any punishment?”
Roy laughed and asked. He stood up from the chair behind the mahogany table and walked towards Liliana, stepping onto the soft carpet. Then, to Liliana's surprise, he squatted down.
They were very close. Roy could clearly see Liliana's young and beautiful face, and even the details of her smooth, flawless skin.
The unique scent of a young girl filled Roy's nostrils, adding a touch of sweetness to the cold atmosphere.
Liliana’s delicate nose twitched. She was a little unaccustomed to Roy getting so close, but she still said seriously: “….Yes, ‘King’! I am willing to accept any punishment, as long as you can change your opinion of our ‘Bronze Black Cross’ and believe in our loyalty!”
“Then, lift your head!”
Liliana raised her head as instructed. Immediately, she saw Roy lightly blowing on her slender neck.
The faint warmth brushed against her sensitive neck, making Liliana let out a ‘yīng’ sound. Her petite body went limp, and her whole body even broke out in goosebumps. She could only use her hand to support herself so she wouldn't fall.
“Hahaha!! Erika said Liliana's neck is very sensitive, and it seems she wasn't lying.”
Roy burst out laughing, as if he had gotten an interesting toy.
Liliana didn’t dare to complain to Roy. She just secretly glared at Erika, thinking that she was the one bullying her. But Erika just blinked innocently, signaling that she didn’t know anything.
“Alright, forget about punishment. Since I have already forgiven you, I won’t bring up old things. Now, I have a task for you, Liliana!”
“….Follow me and Erika to England. After you gather all the materials, use your witch bloodline and magic to perform a ritual for me!”
“Yes!”
Liliana didn’t know what Roy wanted her to do. She didn’t ask any more questions and agreed directly.
…
An airplane took off from Rome Fiumicino Airport and headed for England.