‘First of all, I have to raise my stamina. Magic resistance type skills have already consumed a lot of stamina, but I still can’t cause a nuisance to those around me by collapsing every single time.’

She found out that some physical contact with Legion could restore her physical strength under the influence of mana, but it was actually quite difficult to fully utilize it. A close kind of contact such as kissing was necessary, yet everyday skinship had been utterly useless.

As she had made up her mind, Julia grabbed one of the golden leaves and headed towards the basic stats. As soon as she chose VIT -VITAL-, which she had previously increased, an explanation immediately popped up to her mind.

[▷VIT Lv.2

Increases HP/SP recovery rate by 2% per hour.]

After spending a single leaf on this, Julia exited once again back to the whole tree. Next was to finally decide on an active skill. She alternately clicked on the two skills that she had already taken a look at beforehand.

[▷Resistance Transition Lv.2

Expands the range of resistance magic for a certain period of time. Consumes 40% of one’s remaining HP. SP 30]

[▷Resistance Base Lv.1

Resistance magic can be given to the designated coordinates provided by the player for a certain period of time. Consumes 50% of one’s remaining HP. SP 40]

Considering the fact that during acquiring a low-level skill, one point was already enough yet there were often times when two or more points had been needed as the level eventually rose. One point was required for the resistance base and two more for the transition of resistance. Therefore, an insufficient amount of points were left to raise both of the skills.

‘What to do?’

She wasn’t sure which one would be more useful right away. On top of that, she only possessed one chance to use the skill and even that had to be terminated midway—in fear that Bael would find it all strange.

‘But right now, I have to focus on reducing my stamina consumption. Then, would it actually be better to raise the resistance transition instead?’

When the skill level was raised, the power would increase compared to the previous one and at the same time, the consumption of mana would be reduced by 10%. Therefore, it meant that it was possible to use the skill twice in a row with just a little effort.

As she made up her mind, she reached out her hand towards the two remaining leaves when she could hear a knock just outside her door.

“Julia, are you already awake? I’m coming in.”

“Wa, wait just a minute…!”

Surprised, Julia shut down the popped up window without even raising her skills. Right after the huge golden tree had disappeared, the door burst open at once.

Legion, who began to look around the interior with a stern look, eventually strode inside and smiled brightly. Thanks to Bael’s absence, he was able to enter and exit the Demon King’s bedroom freely.

“Looks like that foul-mouthed bat hasn’t returned yet.”

“The Demon King?”

“What—just call him ‘that bastard’ instead. It’s even better if you won’t be seeing each other’s faces forever.”

“You’re being like that again.”

No matter what, this place was still the Demons’ castle and a place where Bael’s power had touched upon. She didn’t want to see Legion being all surrounded by those demons while being attacked helplessly.

Just as Julia glared coldly, she then felt another presence just outside the door.

“Are you inside? Julia, the door is all open…”

As Kimaris entered the room, his expression stiffened awkwardly. His gaze first went to Julia who had been on the bed before it shifted to Legion who was currently brushing her hair ever so gently.

Julia, who became embarrassed belatedly, tried to avoid his hand, but Legion just ruffled her hair unknowingly while asking the reason.

“Aside from that blonde one, was there another demon whom you already got close with?”

For some reason, Legion’s voice felt a bit chilly. Julia, who took notice of this, was just about to look back at him, but Kimaris had already approached abruptly before kneeling at her feet.

“It’s been quite some time, my Master.”

“Mister Kimaris, how are your injuries?”

“They’re nothing. I’m really glad that Julia seems to be doing well so far too.”

“Yes……”

Julia awkwardly fiddled with her fingertips. Initially, she didn’t know why he was hurt and being put in jail. However, while she was talking to Barbatos, her sight function accidentally started to kick in and she eventually realized why such a thing had happened to Kimaris in the first place.

‘When I was having a hard time because of Berith’s aphrodisiac previously, Kimaris had helped me.’

At that time, only Barbatos had seen it. He was someone with tight lips, so she didn’t really have to be worried that a rumor would soon be spread to the other demons. However, the shock that she felt when she found out about the truth was too great to just pass the whole incident simply as a relief.

‘That was so embarrassing. It would have been better if I hadn’t known of it. Mister Kimaris even went through such a hard kind of work just to make me feel better……’

Julia’s face soon became red hot as she thought of it. Barbatos had a rather insipid personality, so it was really fortunate that he only remembered that much.

“Julia, your face turned red all of a sudden. Are you alright?”

“Oh, no. I think it’s getting a little hot.”

“You feel hot in this weather—are you having a fever? Let me see.”

A hand came out from behind her back and brushed against her forehead. At the same time, the SIGHT screen popped up at once.

[▷ Kimaris

Is that person the Sword Master whom Barbatos was talking about? How childish. I should be making enough provocation then.]

Julia blinked her eyes blankly. Legion appeared to be quiet for a while, but it also seemed like he was secretly plotting something behind her back. She quickly averted his gaze. Then, Legion’s mouth immediately froze. He naturally curved his lips, but it was already too late.

“Legion, what did you just do?”

“……nothing?”