Afterward, Shien and Shafney chatted idly, passing the time. Although most of the time it was Shien asking questions and Shafney answering, the atmosphere between them was quite pleasant.
Whether it was due to their recent experiences, their relationship changing completely, or simply because no one had ever chatted so casually and peacefully with Shafney before, Shien didn’t know, but Shafney seemed to be enjoying their conversation.
If others saw this scene, they would be greatly surprised. For the Succubus, who was indifferent to most people in the world, to chat so enthusiastically with a human man was rare, even unheard of.
Shafney had only interacted with Shien, a man, with such closeness. Other men couldn’t even imagine it.
Shien, unaware of this, continued to ask questions about things he was interested in, having this millennia-old Demon Lord answer them. His understanding of this world was still limited, so he wouldn’t miss any opportunity to learn more. This also showed that he no longer wanted to ignore the mysteries surrounding him, but to actively uncover them. For this, he wanted to understand this world and its history.
Shafney seemed to see this and answered his questions patiently. Of course, she wasn’t completely forthcoming, deliberately avoiding some questions. For example, when Shien asked about the Demon King, Shafney was silent for a long time, then said,
“She was a pitiful person, never truly understood by anyone.”
Shien couldn’t ask further. Although he wanted to know why Claudis, the Demon King, became an enemy of the Supreme God and started the war between the God Race and the Demon Race, Shafney clearly didn’t want to talk about it.
Helplessly, Shien changed the subject.
Sometimes Shafney answered directly, sometimes she avoided the question, and sometimes she even teased him mischievously, only revealing the answer when he raised his hand as if to spank her, dodging playfully and enjoying herself.
She acted more like a playful older sister than a Succubus.
But through this, Shien gradually learned more about Shafney.
This witch, with her fatal charm that could drive men and women to madness, actually had many sides to her.
She was playful, doing unexpected things on a whim. Like when Shien first arrived in Succubus City, she appeared at the gate without hesitation, causing a commotion, yet remaining indifferent.
She was also cold and indifferent, not even sparing a glance at those who couldn’t pique her interest.
However, while indifferent, she wouldn’t exploit their affection, deliberately keeping her distance and not approaching or using them for her own purposes.
Parion said that Shafney treated everyone coldly to avoid the side effects of [Ripple Heart Demon], but she didn’t hesitate to approach and interact with those she was interested in.
This was contradictory.
Shien also asked about this.
Shafney replied nonchalantly,
“If I truly became cold and heartless towards everyone to avoid the side effects of [Ripple Heart Demon], then I would have truly succumbed to its greatest side effect.”
Shien understood.
Shafney didn’t want to become heartless and indifferent to everyone just to avoid the side effects of her Unique Skill. If she did that, then that would be the true side effect.
She also had a heart, she also had feelings.
Becoming a heartless Demon Lord would be the greatest sacrifice for her.
Therefore, Shafney established this personality, treating most people with indifference, not even sparing them a glance, but actively approaching and even toying with those who piqued her interest.
This was her true self.
The ranking in her heart wasn’t just to rank others’ importance, but to remind herself that only those on the list were worthy of her attention and interaction.
In short, this Succubus was someone with strong principles, her own way of doing things, her own persistence, goals, and rules.
Because of the immense power of [Ripple Heart Demon], Shafney was also very careful in using it.
“Those who recklessly manipulate the hearts of others will eventually taint their own hearts,” she had said to Shien.
Therefore, she had a clear line in her heart, knowing what she should and shouldn’t do.
Otherwise, she would become a slave to [Ripple Heart Demon], a true Succubus who manipulated and betrayed the hearts of others, including her own.
Knowing this, Shien looked at Shafney with newfound respect.
He knew that this seemingly pampered and enchanting woman, captivating countless people, was actually constantly battling her own heart and her Unique Skill.
“You also have it rough,” he sighed.
“What? Are you finally planning to surrender?” Shafney asked with a chuckle, making Shien roll his eyes.
Of course, perhaps even Shien himself didn’t realize that he no longer avoided Shafney like before, no longer seeing her as a tiger. Whether this was because he had “conquered” her, thus feeling more at ease, or because of that brief moment of vulnerability in the cave, or simply because of their conversation, was unknown.
What was certain was that both Shien and Shafney had left a deep impression on each other, and this impression was deepening.
The proof was that the connection of [Ripple Heart Demon] was now much stronger than before.
If this continued, Shafney might even be able to use Shien’s abilities through [Ripple Heart Demon]. Although she definitely couldn’t use his Unique Skill, Special Skill, or the Holy Sword, she might be able to access his six Heaven’s Decree skills and two magic skills.
When Shien could be summoned as a phantom by [Ripple Heart Demon] and fight for Shafney, that would be the moment he truly succumbed.
What kind of impression would he leave in her heart then?
This was still unknown.
Just like that, an hour passed quickly.
At a certain moment, the harmonious and intimate atmosphere between Shien and Shafney was broken.
“Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!” With bursts of wind, three figures arrived like a gale, landing before them.
“Master Shafney!” Liel cried out, her voice filled with relief as she saw the unharmed Shafney.
“Master!”
“Your Highness!”