The Federal Emperor had regained power.
Therefore, a new enthronement ceremony was absolutely unavoidable.
However, Alex was very clear.
Even with the attribute bonuses of the Federal Emperor, it could not change the fact that Lihua Jiang was merely a Low-Class Devil.
Therefore, he could only be extremely careful, fearing that one careless mistake would lead to something he would regret.
Fortunately.
Regarding the enthronement ceremony, he had very rich experience, which this puppet Federal Emperor could not compare to at all.
He guided the steps one by one according to his own experience.
However!
Even though he had been careful enough, when he truly put his heart into it, it still made Lihua Jiang miserable.
She originally wanted to display the majesty of the Federal Emperor, but all her emotions completely collapsed.
Wave after wave of emotions—clearly not a Demon Contract punishment, yet better than a punishment—had completely occupied her brain like a landslide.
In her brain, which was almost unable to think, only Alex's figure remained.
Seeing this, Alex spoke sternly: "Be strong. You are the current Federal Emperor; how can you be so incompetent?"
"If this is your capacity, how can I rest assured in handing the Federation over to you?"
These words completely stirred up Lihua Jiang's fighting spirit.
"I will absolutely not let Master down."
Lihua Jiang's eyes were firm. Under the surging will, even though her body was trembling continuously, she still gritted her teeth, let out a low moan, and held on tightly.
All of this.
Was thoroughly recognized by Alex.
He no longer tested her but bestowed upon her a potion that could allow her level to break through.
"The potion is very precious, so don't waste it."
Alex's reminder made Lihua Jiang instinctively exert strength throughout her body, continuously devouring the potion and converting it into her own energy.
[Lihua Jiang]
[Race: Devil]
[Master: Alex Lucifergus]
[Level: L13]
"Not bad, did you reach the level cap directly?"
Looking at the text information, Alex nodded with satisfaction.
If she kept up the momentum, this Dependent of his could definitely go up another level.
However!
Looking at the dying Lihua Jiang, Alex shook his head.
Forget it.
Although for him, it was just a warm-up.
But this Dependent of his would likely break.
"Huu!"
Taking a breath, Alex almost choked.
The sweet and cloying scent in the air was simply too thick.
"Forget it, the other Dependents aren't around, so I'll just do it myself."
Alex casually cast a cleaning magic, then looked at Lihua Jiang on the dragon throne and admonished her.
"Lihua, never slack off. This is only the beginning of your path as a devil."
"Hmm?... Oh!!"
Responding subconsciously, Lihua Jiang only felt her eyelids getting heavy.
"Alright then, get some good rest now."
Alex waved his hand, put on his coat, and walked out of the great hall.
It was clearly high noon when he arrived.
Now it was approaching dusk.
No one would have thought that the dignified Federal Emperor had fainted a full dozen times.
After walking a few steps.
Esdeath, wearing a Federal military uniform, walked over with her long legs.
"Ara ara, I didn't expect that Federal Emperor to really be a little homewrecker."
Her nose twitched, and Esdeath revealed an auntie-like smile.
"I really underestimated her before."
As she spoke, Esdeath naturally linked her arm with Alex's.
"What, jealous?"
"How could that be."
Esdeath shook her head with tender affection.
Master belongs to every Dependent, yet does not belong to any single one.
She had long since understood this principle.
Gazing at Esdeath, Alex's eyes flickered slightly, and one hand naturally lifted Esdeath's chin.
Before he could make the next move.
Alex smiled slightly.
Because!
He felt the summons of a Demon Contract.
"This really isn't the right time."
Alex shook his head and pecked Esdeath's cheek like a dragonfly skimming the water.
"Let's talk about it next time. Someone is summoning me."
Although his energy still needed to be released.
But regardless.
Responding to the summons of a future Dependent was most important.
The next moment.
Alex's figure had disappeared.
Esdeath: "..."
He left just like that?
What about me?
Which guy is so tactless?
Main World
Ayase Seiko was setting up a Barrier all around, her expression solemn and serious.
"Seiko, are we really going to actively perform a Devil Summoning?"
Ayase Momo, watching all this, was inexplicably worried.
"This is also something that can't be helped."
Ayase Seiko said without turning her head: "I have exhausted all methods."
"But as you said, that kind of Demon Contract cannot be discarded, nor can it even be damaged in the slightest."
"Under these circumstances, that devil could descend at any time."
"Since that's the case, we must at least keep the initiative in our own hands."
Ayase Momo nodded, hesitating: "Then, are you confident?"
"Rest assured, for your sake, I have used my strongest Barrier."
Ayase Seiko made an OK gesture: "Plus the blessing of the shrine's power, it is absolutely foolproof."
"Of course, if we really can't deal with it, don't I still have you to die with me?"
Ayase Momo: "..."
Is it really reliable to count on this woman?
But looking at Ayase Seiko's serious eyes, she still nodded.
Regardless.
At this point, there was no other way.
"Alright, it's done."
Ayase Seiko clapped her hands, "You stand in the center of the Barrier and perform the summoning."
"Okay."
Ayase Momo took a breath, stepped forward a few paces, and then took out the black parchment emitting an ominous aura.
"Mr. Demon, please respond to the summons and grant my wish."
The moment the words fell.
An obscure and difficult-to-understand Magic Circle appeared on the ground.
"Is it here?"
Ayase Seiko's face was solemn, her hands already pressed to the ground, her spiritual power and the Barrier shining in harmony all over her body.
The next moment.
A figure appeared out of thin air.
"Miss Ayase Momo, you have finally summoned me."
"You, hello."
Looking at Alex walking out of the Magic Circle, Ayase Momo couldn't help but step back.
Although she had done the mental preparation.
But when truly facing him, she still couldn't help but feel fear.
"You don't have to be so afraid of me."
Alex shrugged, then glanced around: "Oh, a Barrier, huh."
"It wouldn't be to deal with me, would it?"
"Heh... hehe."
Ayase Momo's mouth twitched.
For a moment, she actually didn't know how to speak.
Hum!
At this moment, a visible Barrier completely enveloped Alex's figure.
"Mr. Demon, we can talk."
Ayase Seiko revealed a look of confidence: "As long as you let my Momo go, everything will be fine..."
Boom!
Before she could finish, Alex's magic power soared into the sky, directly shattering the Barrier.
"Hmph!"
The next moment, Ayase Seiko let out a painful groan, her entire body flying backward and slamming heavily against the wall in the distance.
"So... so painful."
She slid down from the wall like a mural, gently clutching her chest.
Ayase Momo's eye twitched, and she gritted her teeth: "Seiko, keep using your methods."
"Cough, cough..."
Ayase Seiko coughed and said in a low voice: "It seems that the two of us are going to die here."
Ayase Momo: "..."
What about your 'okay'?
What about your surefire plan?
How did you collapse as soon as we met?
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