Chapter 31: Chapter 31: Engagement Annulled, A New Transfer Student
[Extreme-Flame!]
The "Super Flame" fully condensed and amplified, colliding head-on with Diodora's enormous magic sphere!
Then…
A direct clash!
Just like the sun evaporating a water droplet!
The "Super Flame" effortlessly vaporized the massive magic sphere!
Sizzle—
The "Super Flame" continued forward, effortlessly tearing through Diodora's defensive magic formations!
"What?!"
Diodora couldn't believe it and hurriedly set up additional defensive spells.
Unfortunately…
A mere scum who barely reached Ultimate-Class Devil strength by borrowing Ophis' Snake—how could he possibly defeat Lucius in his Balance Breaker state?
[Boost! Boost! Boost! Boost! Boost!!!!!!]
The thrusters on the back of Lucius' armor erupted with a surge of emerald energy!
He accelerated instantly.
Boom!!
The Super Flame shattered Diodora's defensive spells, exploding at point-blank range!
And then came Lucius' crushing fist!
Lucius' punch landed directly on Diodora's face!
[ORA ORA ORA ORA ORA!!]
One punch, another punch, and another!
Without using magic, Lucius relied solely on his fists for the most primal beatdown!
It wasn't that he couldn't win with magic.
It's just that… magic didn't provide the same satisfaction! The raw sensation of his fists striking was far more exhilarating!
Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!!
Every punch landed cleanly.
Diodora was sent flying around like a ragdoll.
Every time he was knocked away, Lucius would appear at the next spot in advance and send him flying in another direction.
BOOM!!
After hundreds of punches.
Diodora was smashed straight into the ground, embedding deep into the earth!
Diodora—utterly defeated!
"Miss Seekvaira, I'll leave the aftermath to you."
Lucius deactivated the Boosted Gear Scale Mail and turned to leave.
"Uh… um… okay…"
Seekvaira was still lost in the lingering excitement of the Red Dragon Emperor's armor, unable to snap out of it.
It wasn't until Lucius had completely left the battlefield and returned to the observation room that Seekvaira finally remembered to arrange for Diodora's medical treatment.
"The rescue team has already taken him to the hospital, but… this power that Diodora used…"
Seekvaira frowned deeply.
When did Diodora possess the strength of an Ultimate-Class Devil?
If he truly had that power, would he still need to marry into another family?
"This is… the power of Ophis, the Infinite Dragon God." Grayfia spoke gravely.
"Ophis… the Infinite Dragon God?" Seekvaira hadn't expected Grayfia to mention that name.
"Grayfia-sama, what is going on?"
"Recently, we have uncovered a terrorist group that worships Ophis as their leader and has been secretly laying down plans all across the world."
"About a month ago, the Underworld officially designated Khaos Brigade as a terrorist organization. They intend to use Ophis' power to overthrow the world order."
"Grayfia-sama, are you saying that Diodora has joined a terrorist group?"
Seekvaira's brows furrowed even more deeply.
"The fact that he can wield Ophis' Snake means that he's already in deep collaboration with Khaos Brigade."
"And more importantly…"
"Diodora might only be the tip of the iceberg."
"If even a Pureblood Devil like him has joined Khaos Brigade, then what about the Reincarnated Devils, the Half-Blood Devils, or even other Purebloods in the Underworld? Could they also be members?"
"Miss Seekvaira, it seems… your engagement with Diodora will be annulled."
"Because he will most likely be stripped of his noble status." Grayfia warned.
"I see…"
Seekvaira pondered for a few moments.
"This is actually good news. I wouldn't want a fiancé who has joined a terrorist group."
Saying this, Seekvaira instinctively glanced at Lucius.
At first, her interest in Lucius only stemmed from their mutual passion for mechas.
Later, when she learned he wielded the Boosted Gear Scale Mail, her curiosity intensified.
And now, that curiosity was gradually shifting toward Lucius himself.
This was the effect of his High-Dimensional Charm bloodline.
Even if Seekvaira had only been interested in one aspect of Lucius at first, she would eventually come to desire all of him.
Not only was Seekvaira staring at Lucius, but Grayfia was also locking her gaze onto him.
"Lucius-sama, since you possess the Boosted Gear, your future is undoubtedly limitless."
"If you ever find yourself in conflict with the White Dragon Emperor, please feel free to contact me."
"I must now report Diodora's situation, so I will take my leave."
Grayfia offered a faint smile of relief before turning away.
To her, this was the best possible outcome.
Lucius had not awakened the Pureblood Leviathan bloodline, yet he still held incredible potential for growth.
A few hours later, before the school day ended, Lucius heard a notification from the system.
[Ding!~]
[Congratulations, host, on completing the sign-in task!]
[Sign-in Grade: Purple]
[Sign-in Type: Stage Event Sign-in]
[Sign-in Event: Stealing the Fiancée (Stage One)]
[Congratulations, host, you have obtained the talent: Soul of the Cuckold Conqueror.]
[Soul of the Cuckold Conqueror: When claiming another's partner, you receive increased bonuses. Physical and psychological damage inflicted on males is increased by 100%, and charm effects on females are increased by 100%.]
"Huh. So Stage One is complete, meaning Diodora's engagement to Seekvaira has officially been annulled."
"But… what the hell is this Soul of the Cuckold Conqueror?"
Lucius had no problem taking what he wanted, as long as it was solely his in the end.
But wasn't this talent a bit too suggestive?
Just as Lucius was pondering whether the system was nudging him toward something…
Suddenly, his phone rang.
Beep, beep!
A text message.
Lucius picked up his phone and saw a message from Sona.
[Lucius-kun, I have something to discuss with you. Could you please come to the Student Council office?]
"Sona is looking for me? What for?"
"She couldn't possibly be desperate again already, could she?"
Soon, Lucius arrived at the Student Council office.
Opening the door, he was greeted by a familiar face.
The Princess of the Grand Duke's family—Seekvaira Agares.
Upon seeing Lucius, Seekvaira's eyes flickered for a moment.
But in the next instant, she reverted to her usual composed self.
In fact… her demeanor had become even colder than usual.
"Greetings, Lucius-kun. I am Seekvaira."
"Starting today, I will be transferring into Kuoh Academy. As fellow Devils attending the same school, I look forward to studying with you."
Seekvaira extended her slender, fair hand toward Lucius.
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