Chapter 1885 - 518: The Flames of Battle in the Backyard Burn Beyond the Backyard (3)

The old smell of earth and metal mixed together permeates the air. It seems that we, within the Maze of Thunder County, have finally remembered who the true master is. The days of interrupted supplies are over, and this time the portion sent is even heavier than in previous years!

The tribute from Thunder City has resumed!!

Moreover, the director of the Demon King Management Department praised Miss Mia Padric highly during an interview, commending her outstanding completion of the tasks assigned by the Demon God.

(Page Two · Illustration: Magic City · Demon King Academy · Grand Hall)

"Don't push! Follow the order!"

The roar overshadows the commotion in the square.

Those young demons who just crawled out from the Ivory Tower clutching their still warm graduation certificates, stare fervently at the announcement behind the interviewer.

On the announcement, phrases like "Urgent recruitment for Necromancers", "Shadow Assassins preferred", "Must be proficient in group curses" are written, igniting passion among all high-level demons for conquering the Human World. Encouraged by Luoyan, the number of active applicants wishing to serve as Demon King reaches a new high this year!

The recruitment officer from Thunder County waved grandly, and the figures filled in the salary column made many Masters pause.

A Professor named Lilith stated during an interview that Luoyan was the most outstanding student she had ever taught, with great vision, strategy, and insight.

The resumption of the Maze's tribute to Magic City is part of a grand strategy between Magic City and the Thunder County Maze, insiders reveal. It aims to expand employment for Demon King Academy graduates, expand the ranks of the Demon King Army, and cultivate future Demon King leaders.

The entire graduating class pours towards the front line like a school of sharks scenting blood, let's sound the cannons for these brave young men and women!

(Page Three · Illustration: Parliament Building · Audience Hall)

Prince Caesar Colin solemnly stated during an interview that Magic City has no new military actions, and all rumors not stamped by him are pure nonsense.

The honorable Prince also mentioned that the journalists of Magic City Daily should indeed enhance their level and etiquette. If the War Department were truly planning to act, how could they possibly let you know first?

For more detailed insider information, Ms. Isabelle, who has previously interviewed Luoyan and maintained contact with him, is wholeheartedly reporting for you!

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In the bustling tavern of the Lower City District in Magic City, the noise is like boiling broth buried underground.

The goblins, weary from a day's work, drag their tired bodies here, drinking those papers used as substitutes for peanuts in the side dish.

"Oh oh oh! Well done!"

"To hell with Saint Sis, looks like our bosses are finally gearing up for big action!"

"Once us brothers charge into the Holy City, each will bag a female hero, heh heh heh!"

"Let's hope humans can hold on a bit longer. Wouldn't it be a loss if chaos wiped them out before our bosses could rise up?"

Though Prince Caesar might not know who their bosses are, the goblins sitting here clearly understand; it is the respected Half-god Bloodline Prince.

A straightforward goblin raises his bewildered head, looking at the shouting companions around with confusion.

"What do you mean?! Didn't the Prince say there's no action? What are you all talking about?"

A goblin who seemed well-versed hooked his arm around his shoulder, smiling slyly as he said.

"That shows your lack of maturity! Brother, didn't our boss say it? If he really had a move, how could he let you 'know'?"

Denial!

Means that big moves are indeed coming!

"Wow... makes sense." The straightforward goblin suddenly understood.

Not worthy of being his acknowledged big brother, lightly smacking his pinky finger to gauge the saltiness from the Prince's saliva of last night's dish.

It's a pity Prince Caesar isn't here, else he'd surely slap this disrespectful bunch flying to the Earth's surface.

Enchanting Demon coming for an interview is tolerable, but what sort of creatures are these?

The straightforward goblin excitedly joined the discussion, yet a goblin who had been happy nearby suddenly awoke, exclaiming.

"Wait, something's wrong?!"

If "not knowing" equals "knowing", wouldn't that mean that their "knowing nothing" actually signifies "knowing everything"??

In other words, there actually aren't any major moves concerning the Earth surface...

The once delighted goblin fell into complete despair a moment later.

Despite the goblin's disparate fortunes, they still balance out; a little noise isn't enough to disrupt the cheers inside the tavern.

The Abyss Times, though lacking the crosswords that the human newspapers offer, provides Hell's own riddle games for goblins to pass their time, amusing themselves.

Meanwhile, in a distant Thunder County, in another Prince Colin's estate, a fiercely matched contest unfolds in the backyard.

Vivian, who smiled evilly, leaned forward, her interlocked fingers hiding her upturned lips.

Her gently swaying clamped legs beneath the chair, sometimes curling up and down, were like tails of restless black cats.

"Kukuku! Is this your 'true skill'? Miss Padric? Is this all the kitchen-witch Enchanting Demon claiming to be an adult can do?"

Mia, gripping white chess pieces, had beads of sweat hanging on her forehead.

Although her face maintained a mature big-sister's smile, the toes clenched in her sandals revealed her situation seemed less than optimistic.

The two were playing chess.