"Liliana, from now on, you belong to me alone—your body, your soul, everything!"
After sealing the contract and transmitting some of his information to the girl, Sora said with a wicked smile.
"Lord, you…"
With an expression full of shock, the information in her mind almost completely overturned her worldview. Liliana looked at Sora in disbelief.
"Don't worry, Liliana. Although I am evil and greedy, completely beyond redemption, there is one thing that will never change—my love for you all…"
Holding the girl in his arms, gently rubbing her forehead, Sora was unprecedentedly gentle at this moment.
Gradually calming down, a faint blush appeared again on her cheeks. Through the power of the contract, Liliana could fully feel Sora's current mood, and her heart was filled with an indescribable emotion.
Yes, she was his knight, his sword, his shield. No matter who he was or what he wanted to do, she only needed to protect him by his side…
Silently, the two quietly snuggled together, enjoying this warm and sweet tranquility.
"Liliana, I'm a bit hungry. Go make me something to eat. I'm really looking forward to your cooking!"
After an unknown amount of time, Sora finally let the girl go and said to Liliana.
After being tormented by Perseus and lying down for a whole night, Sora's stomach was already protesting.
Liliana was really looking forward to Sora's cooking. Unlike Erica, the young lady who, like herself, only knew how to enjoy life, Liliana was very skilled in household chores and cooking. It was somewhat unusual for a knight to be good at these things, but it had to be said—it was a talent.
"Yes, my king."
After gently pecking Sora's cheek, Liliana stood up.
Although still a bit shy, after they had declared their relationship, Liliana had become more open. She was the kind of pure-hearted girl who longed for romance; once she decided on someone, she would wholeheartedly dedicate everything to that person.
Well, although her personality was very different from Erica's, in this respect, they were exactly the same!
With a hint of anticipation, Liliana wanted her king to taste her cooking, so she quickened her pace toward the door. But as soon as she opened it, she froze—
"Ka… Karen!!!"
Seeing the maid girl standing at the door with a sly fox-like smile, Liliana immediately exclaimed.
When did this little girl arrive? Did she see what just happened between her and the king? One question after another flooded Liliana's mind, making her heart fill with embarrassment and nervousness.
Liliana knew how mischievous her little maid was—just like that annoying Erica, often teasing her in embarrassing ways. But this girl was also very capable, managing all the little chores Liliana couldn't attend to, and her cute little mouth was endearing enough that Liliana couldn't bear to dismiss her.
Well, if Liliana knew that this little maid often secretly showed the novels she wrote and some embarrassing photos to Erica, she might just give up on her! Sweat…
"Oh dear, Lady Liliana caught me! What a big mistake!"
"Lady Liliana, I didn't see you and King Kusanagi kissing just now, really, I didn't see anything!"
With a playful glint in her eyes, the maid Karen covered her little mouth with one hand and lied with wide-open eyes.
"Ki… kissing…"
Liliana's eyes twitched, and her cheeks, already slightly flushed, instantly turned bright red. Under the maid's teasing tone, she felt both embarrassed and furious.
She had been careless—completely careless! The things she and the king did just now were definitely seen by this little brat!
Just as Liliana was thinking about whether she should "silence" her, Sora's voice came from inside the room:
"Liliana, go prepare the meal. I'll take care of the rest."
With a slight smile, Sora gave Liliana a reassuring look.
Although Liliana, due to nervousness and shyness, hadn't noticed Karen's presence, Sora had long seen her. But Sora didn't expose her; instead, he found the little maid quite interesting. Let her watch—after all, your mistress Liliana has already fallen into my grasp, and you won't escape either!
"Karen, no… don't tell anyone what you saw earlier, or I'll never teach you magic again!"
Though she trusted Sora, Liliana still threatened the maid before hurriedly leaving.
"Hehehe…"
Watching Liliana's flustered state, the maid laughed happily.
Just like Erica, teasing her pure-hearted mistress was an essential daily pleasure for the little maid!
"King Kusanagi, hello. I am Lady Liliana's maid, Karen Jankulovski. Of course, from now on, I am also King Kusanagi's maid!"
Entering the room, Karen respectfully bowed to Sora with a cheerful smile.
It had to be said, she was a very smart girl who instantly made people like her at first sight—even Sora couldn't help but brighten his eyes.
If Sora had to use one word to describe his impression of this little maid, it would be—
A cute little fox!
"Karen, right? Come here, come here…"
Waving to the maid, Sora wore a smiling expression.
"King Kusanagi, do you have any orders for Karen?"
"Ah, King Kusanagi, you don't mean to do those naughty things to Karen too, do you?!"
The maid obediently walked over, but her little mouth said something quite bold.
"Hehehe… You're right!"
Pinching the maid's soft, cute cheeks with his two fingers, Sora smiled wickedly.
"Although I could have won over Liliana without your help, I still have to thank you, cute little fox!"
"Tell me, what do you want? I can grant you one wish!"
Leaning close to Karen's ear, Sora blew gently and whispered.
Although he had been arguing with Pandora in the Netherworld all night, Sora was still aware of the outside world—such as a certain scheming little maid helping him win over her mistress.
Hearing Sora's words, a strange light flashed in Karen's eyes. It was her first time being so close to a man, and the tingling sensation near her ear made a faint blush appear on her cheeks.
"Lord, can I ask for any wish?"
With a wisdom beyond her years shining in her eyes, Karen raised her head and blinked cutely at Sora.
"Yes, any wish. But it's best not to ask me to fetch stars or the moon for you—that would be a waste of this opportunity!"
Finding the little maid even more interesting, Sora patted Karen's head and reminded her.
"Hehehe, I wouldn't ask for such meaningless wishes!"
With a cute, giggling expression, the maid continued:
"King Kusanagi, if you can really grant my wish, then I hope to stay forever by you and Lady Liliana's side. Is that okay?"
Putting away her smile, Karen spoke her wish, her teal eyes full of hope and plea.
"Heh… interesting!"
"Making your wish come true isn't impossible, but I am an evil great demon king. Are you sure you want to stay with us? If so, this cute little fox will definitely be eaten by me!"
A strange light flashed in his eyes as he picked up the maid and placed her on his lap, smiling warmly.
"It's okay to be eaten by the Lord. Maybe that's even better! After all, Karen will have to marry someone when she grows up."
"After hearing the story of Lady Liliana and the Lord, I decided that if possible, I want to marry the Dark Lord too!"
"Of course, I know that's a wish too extravagant to ask for, so I just hope to be Lady Liliana and the Lord's little maid, staying by your side forever!"
It had to be said, this was a smart, bold, and well-mannered little maid. She clearly understood herself and the world, knowing what she wanted and what she could realistically get.
She could bring happiness to herself and others—how could anyone not like such a girl?
Without directly answering whether he would grant the maid's wish, Sora waved his hand and took out a pale green spatial ring from the space of the King's Sword.
"Although it's still a bit small, it should be ready to eat after another two years, right?"
Muttering to himself, Sora slipped the ring onto the slender, fair finger of the little maid Karen.
"From now on, don't call me 'Lord Kusanagi' or 'Demon King' anymore. Just call me 'Lord Sora'."
Supporting the little maid's adorable face, Sora reminded her gently.
"Yes, Lord Sora!"
Nodding vigorously, the little maid Karen replied with a joyful and excited expression.
Because just a moment ago, her wish had already come true…