Chapter 311: 310 I’m so jealous of you guys, hmph!

In the end, Sera decided to stay.

Shane didn’t say much, and after having Lasha arrange a room for Sera, he dismissed everyone on the spot.

He also knew that Sera definitely wouldn’t change her mind just because of a word or two from him.

After all, she was a Supreme of the Demon Realm, and also a very intelligent one. She undoubtedly had her own opinions, and as a member of the Demon Clan standing at the pinnacle of the Three Realms, how could she be timid or hesitant because of a few words from him?

It might even be said that if it were anyone other than Shane–a person with a somewhat special and sensitive identity–daring to speak to Sera like that, their grave would probably be as high as a house by now, wouldn’t it?

So, Sera surely had her own thoughts, but it was unclear whether those thoughts were good or bad.

Shane didn’t want to concern himself too much; as long as it didn’t affect him, that was fine.

Of course, it seemed that Sera was quite respectful towards Shane. Although she stayed, she sent Jiasinta and the others back.

“When you’re needed, I’ll naturally call for you. For now, just go back and wait.”

Sera ruthlessly sent her own people away, leaving them looking at each other in disbelief.

But soon enough, the faces of those who were exchanging looks turned a deathly pale.

“Remember, I will settle the score with anyone who betrays me… slowly.”

Ai Yi’s cold words nearly made Jiasinta cry, not to mention Jesse and Lis, who were already scared stiff.

Oh, heaven have mercy–they had only informed Sera for the sake of their young master.

If they weren’t concerned that their own young master would be deceived and exploited by humans, why would they have gone to such lengths?

Their loyalty ultimately lay with Ai Yi, not Sera.

And this time, if the officers under Sera’s command were to learn that they had secretly sought out Sera, they would definitely be in hot water.

Knowing the cost, Jiasinta still chose to bring Sera over, driven by loyalty.

But now, it was their own young master who held a grudge against them, even punishing them, prompting Jiasinta to feel like dying.

(It’s all this human’s fault!)

Jiasinta glared fiercely at Shane.

Initially, Jiasinta was quite interested in Shane and wanted to interact with him, but now, all he felt towards Shane was hate and resentment.

Shane, on the other hand, blinked and responded with a broad smile.

Jiasinta was so infuriated he almost wanted to have a fight with Shane.

However…

“Take your time leaving, let me have my mount give you a proper send-off.”

Without another word, Shane snapped his fingers, summoning You Lin.

Instantly, You Lin roared and descended from the sky, landing in front of the main hall. Peering in through the window, its dragon eyes fixated fiercely on Jiasinta and his party, causing them to freeze in shock.

“A Level 99 dragon?”

Even Sera was taken aback.

It must be mentioned that these members of the Demon Clan were entirely unaware of You Lin’s existence.

After completing a task in Artlu Canyon, Jiasinta and his group had hastily returned to the Demon Realm to report on Ai Yi, unaware of the commotion in the Royal Capital about Artro’s Black Dragon being tamed.

Being in the Demon Realm and having only recently arrived in the Human Realm, Sera would be even less likely to know of it.

Perhaps, in time, they would receive such news.

Especially Jiasinta, as one of the four top officers under the Dragon Demon, would probably learn of this soon after his return.

But the problem was that they had returned too hastily and arrived too swiftly to be apprised of this news before visiting the Beizut Family.

Thus, You Lin’s appearance struck them with astonishment.

But after the shock wore off, everyone’s eyes blazed with excitement.

“Is there such a powerful dragon in the Human Realm?”

Jiasinta was beside himself with delight.

“Very good, this child’s qualities are extremely high.”

Sera expressed her pleasure.

Being of the Dragon Race, Jiasinta understood what a Level 99 dragon meant.

It signified that once the dragon successfully underwent a Human Transformation and became part of the Demon Clan, it would immediately ascend the ranks of the Demon Clan, becoming an existence second only to the Six Great Demons.

How could Jiasinta not be thrilled by such a dragon with boundless prospects? And how could Sera not be delighted?

Alas…

“Forget it, don’t think about it anymore. This child doesn’t want to go to the Demon Realm with us, only wanting to stay by this young man’s side.”

Ai Yi, sounding quite disgruntled, threw a wet blanket over Sera and Jiasinta.

After the two heard the whole story, their looks towards You Lin were filled with frustration.

Why choose to be a mere mount rather than a proper member of the Demon Clan?

If you followed us back to the Demon Realm and succeeded in a Human Transformation, no one except the Six Great Demons would dare to challenge you. Isn’t the prospect of being second only to a handful of beings better than being a mount?

And that human, what kind of Magic Potion did they feed you to make you so utterly devoted?

Sera and Jiasinta were both regretful and indignant.

But Shane, and even the Black Dragon You Lin, paid no heed to them.

Even though among the two of them, one was not weak compared to You Lin, and the other seemed unfathomable, as formidable as the Dragon King (whom a certain young girl forced to address her thus), the fact remained that You Lin was the King of Demons, a dragon who had already sworn loyalty, and there was no going back.

Moreover, its master was so doting, infusing its body with a dense substance (referring to Magic Power) and always making it feel so comfortable (referring to absorbing Magic Power)–how could it possibly bear to leave?

It desired to consume its master’s substance (still referring to Magic Power) every day, to always feel so comfortable (again, referring to absorbing Magic Power), and was determined to make them envious, hmph!

(Those with dirty minds, go stand in the corner and reflect on your actions (–)o…(__)no|)

So, Jiasinta and the others were all chased out by You Lin.

As for Sera, Shane had stopped caring about her.

She was a big shot–not listening when spoken to, ungovernable, and he wasn’t even sure if he could defeat her in a fight. He simply let her be.

It was a pity, though, that he couldn’t enjoy a comfortable bath with his adorable Tielle recently.

Otherwise, who knows if the “observing” Demon Clan Supreme might take a peep?

He just had to lay low for a while.

…

That very night, many a Noble Family changed their attitude toward Shane.

“This is someone who should not be provoked lightly.”

Those nobles who disliked Shane were truly beginning to feel fear now.

Before, although Shane’s performance had been eye-catching, it was just that–enough to make them take notice, but not enough to cause them to fear him.

Not knowing Shane’s true strength, they only thought that no matter how strong Shane was, he couldn’t possibly be stronger than Luoqi, couldn’t be stronger than Aridia, and certainly couldn’t be stronger than their families’ power. Therefore, they still dared to harbor thoughts against him.

Even though Shane had tamed Artlu’s Black Dragon, in their eyes, it was just a brainless dragon. If they couldn’t confront it directly, there were still many tricks to be played in secret. So, even with apprehension and fear, they would still dare to take risks for some benefits.

Even when everyone said the Kingdom Knights were nearly annihilated at Shane’s hands, many people still believed it was You Lin’s doing, not Shane’s own power.

Thus, observing Shane’s closeness with Luoqi, those nobles had been wanting to interfere.

To prevent the unrivaled Princess from being whisked away, they indeed needed to take some risks.

But everything that happened tonight thoroughly quashed their thoughts.

“With a Dragon Demon at his side, who would dare to touch him?”

“That’s a Demon we’re talking about.”

“If we upset her and she destroys the nation, we’ll all be doomed.”

“She wouldn’t care who the culprit is, and she wouldn’t care about the lives of the innocent. A single breath from the Dragon could completely vaporize the Royal Capital, right?”

“My God, that’s terrifying.”

“No way, this man can’t be touched anymore.”

“At least, until we figure out what exactly his relationship with the Dragon Demon is, we absolutely cannot touch him.”

“Not only can we not touch him, but we also can’t let others touch him.”

“So, we need to stop others from targeting him?”

“Obviously! Unless you want to die!”

“Damn it!”

Many nobles had conversations like these and, in the end, one by one, they gave up on causing Shane trouble.

Especially now that Sera was also living at Shane’s place, nobody dared to provoke Shane, let alone have any objections to him living in the very heart of the Noble District.

After all, wasn’t he a noble backed by a Demon, worthy of residing in that mansion?

If not, then who would be?

The group of nobles could only swallow their frustration.

Including Barry, it was the same for him.

So, the Duke sat in silence in his study for a long, long time, only speaking in a deep voice when his eyelids started to fight each other.

“From now on, don’t provoke that Shane anymore.”

Clearly, he was speaking to Lymco.

Frankly, Lymco wanted to object, he was not reconciled.

But he knew that at this time, any opposition, any discontent, would be in vain.

The father and son, who at first thought they could easily crush Shane, had to admit that they simply could not afford to provoke this man.

A sense of powerlessness was spreading in their hearts.

“Just earnestly pursue the Princess using legitimate means.”

That was all Barry could tell Lymco.

“…Yes.”

Lymco lowered his head.

In his heart, scenes of Shane and Luoqi talking and laughing intimately kept surfacing.

…

“This is your room now, Lord Sera.”

Lasha led Sera into a luxurious guest room, speaking to her with great respect.

“If you have any requests, please don’t hesitate to call on me at any time.”

Upon hearing this, Sera, who had followed Lasha into the room, did not look around, but instead fixed her gaze on Lasha with a very complex look in her eyes.

Lasha made no show of response, but bowed to Sera before stepping away.

Sera watched Lasha’s retreating figure for a long time before murmuring a few words.

“Mother…”

It was such a murmur that Sera let out.

Her voice was full of sorrow.