Chapter 185

Chapter 185

I Proposed While Drunk and Now the Princesses are Obsessed.

Episode 185: Steeplechasing, Double-dealing, And Unfair Trade (7)

Crack!

A harsh cracking sound.

Jaekiel did not deliberately aim for Zeta’s vital points. His priority was to humiliate him.

‘First, I need to make sure all support for the Purple Tower vanishes.’

Starting trouble and then fixing it.

Creating the atmosphere first, then stepping into the task.

The difference between the two methods was vast. Even if he explained the truth after destroying the Purple Tower immediately, those who had been brainwashed would inevitably resist.

For the sake of the Imperial family’s dignity, he first needed to fix the wrong atmosphere. Everyone had to understand the situation and resent the Purple Tower for it to be right.

Making sure no one supported the Purple Tower and everyone waited for its downfall, making it impossible to lift their heads. Isn’t that part of the true punishment?

“Do you know why you’re getting slapped?”

Jaekiel spoke in his demon-like, dark voice. Perhaps it was because the golden lightning didn’t paralyze him, but there was a look of confusion on his opponent’s face.

“When you killed humans, you lied and said you killed demons. That’s what’s arrogant. Don’t you dare equate the deaths of humans and demons.”

It might seem like a simple statement elevating demons, but at the same time, it revealed that the Purple Tower had killed innocent humans.

Immediately, confusion spread among the people.

“Has the Purple Tower ever killed humans?”

“Come to think of it, there were quite a few who claimed to be human. Could it be that their true identity was…?”

“I heard the relatives of the victims have been pleading for justice…”

Those who were unable to move due to the overwhelming pressure let out murmurs of astonishment here and there.

Even if they didn’t have the ability to leave immediately, they weren’t foolish enough to fail to understand the situation.

Lately, there had been many relatives of the victims appealing about the injustice of their families, but it was being deliberately ignored in the city of Clatie.

Why? Because the Purple Tower’s influence was too strong.

But now, that assumption had drastically changed. Hadn’t they been publicly slapped and humiliated in front of a demon?

The doubts they had could only grow stronger.

“I could have ended your life before slapping you, but it wouldn’t have been worth it. I came all this way, so I might as well enjoy it.”

Jaekiel muttered while silently thinking.

It was surprisingly easy to play the part of a demon, especially when he thought back to his carefree days.

“Should I brainwash you and turn you into an mentor spreading the teachings of the Demon Realm? You’d make a good example.”

“Ugh…”

Only then did Zeta glance back at Jaekiel.

His face was so swollen that it was barely recognizable. The handsome hero he had been was nowhere to be found, replaced by an unattractive man.

Zeta barely managed to speak.

“How dare you lay a hand on my face…?”

“It was a disgusting feeling. Should I wash my hands?”

“A filthy demon dares to…!”

Jaekiel laughed even harder.

“Filthy? That word must be made for you. Choosing only to fight weaklings, whether human or demon. What kind of bias is this?”

“I’ll pull that tongue out of you– Ugh!”

Creak!

With a cracking sound, Zeta fell to the ground. He had been slapped even harder than before.

Something white and small flew through the air.

It was Zeta’s tooth.

To be slapped repeatedly so hard that his tooth came out, anyone could now understand the difference in strength.

“Do you think I’m joking?”

“Ugh, ugh…”

“I haven’t decided yet whether to spare you or end your life. If you keep acting arrogantly, your life will just shorten.”

If you want to keep your life, it means you should tone down your attitude and beg like a dog.

“Ahhhhh!”

Zeta suddenly let out a furious scream.

It was truly the first humiliation he had ever experienced in his life. His body had exceeded the threshold for anger.

“Looks like there’s no room for you to change. Just die.”

It was when Jaekiel reached his hand toward Zeta…

Screeek!

Cube fragments flew like beams of light, blocking Jaekiel’s hand.

At the same time, a sensation of forcibly pushing away magic; it was telekinesis of an extremely high level.

“Why is a demon threatening the homeland of the Empire?”

It was a woman with sharp bobbed hair and pale skin, as if she could cut through the air with her hand. Just seeing her, the faces of the Purple Tower elders stiffened.

“I was a bit late due to investigating the Purple Tower’s disgusting actions, but I didn’t expect such a fly to appear.”

The one who appeared was from the Imperial Tower.

Anes, Jaekiel’s personal secretary and telekinetic magician.

She deliberately wore attire with the prominent symbol of the Imperial Tower, making sure everyone could recognize her identity.

“The Imperial Tower!”

“Didn’t the Imperial Tower abandon Clatie? No, wait… this is great! You’re here!”

“I was late because I was investigating the Purple Tower!”

For the onlookers, the reason didn’t matter. What mattered was that a demon stronger than Zeta appeared, and in a desperate situation, an ally had shown up.

The Imperial Tower.

They had been gaining more recognition ever since the recent exchange meetings. Having them as allies was certainly reassuring.

But Anes couldn’t help but feel a little bitter.

‘Public sentiment is as fickle as reeds.’

Wouldn’t it be nice if people could just discern the truth from lies once you drop the information?

But it wasn’t like that.

They only believed what they could see, and were easily swayed by manipulation.

It felt burdensome and bitter that she had to go this far just to reveal the truth.

Those who had been criticizing the Imperial Tower only moments ago were now feeling reassured, now that an ally had appeared. It was an odd feeling, and it made her stomach churn.

She soon erased those thoughts.

Right now, it was crucial for the Imperial Tower to gain public support and expose the Purple Tower’s true nature.

She had practiced several times with Jaekiel and Seina to ensure there were no mistakes. Now, she focused on that.

‘What’s the next line and action I need to take…?’

But.

Even so, admiration came first.

‘Inspector, you’re truly amazing.’

It was only natural. Zeta, who was known as one of the Purple Tower’s elites, was lying on the ground with his face swollen.

Every time she looked, his skill had improved. He was truly a genius who worked hard, and this was the result.

The secretary barely stopped admiring and moved on to the next action.

“Demon. If you don’t want to die, step back.”

“Even after seeing the Purple Tower’s leader being thoroughly beaten, you still want to intervene? Do you truly want to die?”

“…”

Anes unconsciously swallowed her dry saliva.

Jaekiel’s voice didn’t sound like he was imitating a demon; it felt like a real high-ranking demon had appeared. The voice was one that she could never get used to, no matter how many times she heard it.

She forced herself not to falter and continued with her next line.

“If you think I’m part of the Imperial Tower’s forces, you’re mistaken. The Imperial Tower’s Inspector will be here shortly.”

“The Inspector of the Imperial Tower…”

Jaekiel then mumbled as if deep in thought.

There was an intention behind this.

A demon who easily beat the Purple Tower’s elite now cowers before the Imperial Tower’s Inspector?

This was the easiest way to demonstrate the greatness of the Imperial Tower. Naturally, it had the desired effect.

“The demon is hesitating?”

“The Imperial Tower has been gaining fame recently. Looks like it’s related to that.”

“So from the start, the Imperial Tower…”

Along with the rumors that had recently begun to spread, a plausible story started circulating among the people.

It happened in the blink of an eye.

Anes raised her telekinesis and spoke.

“Leave this city unless you want your pathetic neck displayed as an example on the city walls.”

“Why do humans talk so much?”

Jaekiel took action.

As if the Purple Tower’s elite were nothing, he moved past them and began walking toward Anes.

“…”

Tension thickened the air.

Those watching couldn’t even blink.

‘Just treat it like practice. Just practice.’

Anes repeated this thought in her head as she stepped forward as well.

And finally, when they were within each other’s magical range.

Boom!

The clash of demonic energy and telekinesis collided with full force.

It was a planned match, but Anes felt a sensation as though her arm might break. Jaekiel’s achievement was truly incredible.

Anes suddenly thought of the entire Purple Tower.

‘Perhaps even facing the entire Purple Tower might be possible.’

She was sure of it. All they needed was to capture the public sentiment.

She thought to herself that breaking the Purple Tower and punishing it would be no challenge for Jaekiel.

It was then.

Jaekiel suddenly stepped back as if he had been pushed.

“Let’s settle this next time.”

“If I see you twice, your bones will break.”

Anes quietly responded.

“The Demon Realm does not flee. I will return after strengthening myself and deal a bigger punishment.”

Jaekiel and Seina quickly disappeared.

The silence didn’t last long. Once the safety of the people was secured, they immediately began speaking excitedly.

“Wasn’t that demon strong enough to overpower the Purple Tower’s elites? Yet the Imperial Tower took care of it instantly…”

“That magician isn’t even the leader of the Imperial Tower, right? I heard she’s just the personal secretary of the Inspector…”

“Then how strong must the Inspector be…?”

Anes welcomed everything she heard.

The false public sentiment that the Purple Tower had worked so hard to create was now successfully shifting towards the Imperial Tower.

Jaekiel’s plan had worked excellently.

Now, even if the Imperial Tower suddenly destroyed the Purple Tower, there were fewer people who would question or oppose it.

So, Anes immediately began the final task.

“Everyone gathered, please listen carefully!”

A rustling sound as the scroll was unfurled.

The scroll she pulled out from her robe unfurled in the air like a large public notice, influenced by her telekinesis.

It was large enough for anyone to see.

“From this moment, I will publicly announce the atrocities the Purple Tower has committed in front of the citizens of this city!”

The groundwork had been carefully laid.

The Purple Tower?

Now, the Imperial Tower could pass judgment.

And with tremendous support.