Libradon watched the man who had become his slave for a long time.
While God Mervous' gaze never left the figure that resembled Goddess Earth, Libradon gave him a lopsided smile.
Although Libradon was not sure what God Mervous' gaze actually meant, one thing he did know was that the man must have been in awe of the beauty of the woman at his side.
"Welcome, chosen slave. I know you regret your actions."
Libradon said with both arms outstretched, his feet beginning to step down from his oversized chair.
The man seemed to smile sarcastically as his eyes met God Mervous'.
God Mervous deliberately returned the man's gaze as he heard his words that seemed to emphasize how mighty and powerful he was.
"How does it feel to be in this magnificent palace, slave? Are you proud? Are you happy? You've never found a paradise like this before, have you?"
Libradon gave God Mervous a sharp look.
The man was momentarily taken aback when he realized that God Mervous was not the least bit afraid let alone daunted by such a stare from him.
Based on his experience, out of the several slaves who had been his toys. Only God Mervous was much different from them.
However, Libradon did not show that as much as possible. He wanted to see how far the man's defiant look would last.
"Do you want to look like a God? Must I remind you, again? You are just a slave! Then act like a slave!"
Libradon snapped. His emotions rose rapidly as he realized that God Mervous was not afraid of him at all.
"So what if I'm just a slave? Do you feel superior to me? You only win because of the position you have. You have people protecting you. But what if you were alone? Would you be this brave?" replied God Mervous casually.
There was not a single fear in his heart. Instead, he had prepared all the replies for the man.
As Endrick had said, there would be no survivors of Libradon's punishment.
If indeed God Mervous would find that it was because he could not fight back due to his lost strength. Then at the very least, he would defend himself.
He would do whatever he thought was right.
Libradon smiled wryly. His gaze continued to look down at God Mervous even though he was clearly being challenged by God Mervous.
In addition, a figure similar to God Mervous' lover Goddess Earth also seemed to develop a smile that was so sweet to her.
For the first time, she could see someone so bold. Even since arriving, the slave before her had not lowered his head at all.
"Interesting. Not what I imagined." The Earth Goddess-like figure then muttered quite quietly.
The woman was amazed at the courage of the slave before her.
"Teressa! Are you interested in his? Look at this ignorant slave. How dare she look at you like that all the time. How disgusting!"
Libradon insulted the man before him.
Instead of feeling weak from the insult, God Mervous developed a faint smile on his face.
By now, he already knew the name of the figure who was so similar to his lover.
"Teressa. I will always remember that name," God Mervous murmured softly.
Finding God Mervous vaguely smiling made Libradon feel annoyed.
He then held out his hand for one of the guards to give him a long whip.
Crack!
Libradon, who was full of anger, then moved the whip until it caught the attention of everyone in the palace hall.
"Now who has no common sense? You've already annoyed everyone with that noise." God Mervous turned his gaze towards Libradon, belittling the man.
"You?! How dare you say such a thing to me!" Libradon was incensed.
His bloodstream felt as raging as the flames that ran through his body. He was burning with emotion.
Libradon tried to remain calm. He didn't want his reputation as a royal ruler to go down in flames.
The man rolled his eyes, avoiding looking at God Mervous for a moment.
"What's your name, slave?!"
Once he was able to control himself, Libradon looked back at the man asking God Mervous for his name.
"Why do you know my name? Didn't you already call me slave?" God Mervous casually retorted.
God Mervous really did not show the slightest sign of fear. A powerful fist now appeared in Libradon's right hand.
"Quick, tell me your name or you will soon meet your death."
Libradon threatened the man. He was certain that God Mervous would be instantly terrified upon hearing such an answer from him.
Of the many slaves who became his free playthings, all were immediately terrified when they heard they were about to meet their end.
All of them pleaded to the point of kneeling, kissing Libradon's feet.
Now, Libradon was only a matter of time. Because that man was very sure that God Mervous would definitely behave the same way.
A wide smile spread across Libradon's face as the man before him slowly lowered his head and bowed.
With only three arms lengths apart, Libradon was certain that the man would prostrate himself and kiss his feet begging not to be punished.
"Very good. You are indeed a slave..."
Libradon's eyes rounded perfectly.
Unlike what he had imagined, God Mervous took out a handkerchief from his pants pocket and wiped his shoes that had been hit by flying dust from Libradon's footsteps.
After finding both shoes visibly clean, the man put his handkerchief back in.
Straightening his body again, he deliberately raised his chin in defiance.
"Did you think I would kneel to you? Now who is the fool? Me or you?" Without flinching, God Mervous immediately said so.
That relaxed tone of voice without any expression made everyone marvel at him.
Even the bodyguards were equally surprised to find their Libradon king being treated in such a manner.
Now, Libradon really couldn't contain all the emotions burning inside him.
"You?! You're really making me angry."
Libradon clenched his hands into fists, his eyes beginning to turn red as his jaw hardened in anger.
God Mervous simply stared at the angry Libradon. He was not interested in responding.
"Please forgive me. I will give you a breather for some time." Libradon said aloud, thinking that the slave before him would ask for forgiveness.
Instead of immediately accepting the negotiation, God Mervous acted indifferent.
He did not care about the man before him at all.
"Are you crazy for flattery? Do you feel ashamed for being humiliated in front of so many people?" God Mervous said quite loudly.
By now, Libradon really could not take it anymore.
God Mervous' words had brought down his pride. All this time, Libradon had never been humiliated to this extent.
"Just watch. You will ask your slaves to give me punishment. You won't dare to fight me alone. Because what? Because you're just a weakling who can't do anything without your slaves," God Mervous continued, looking down on Libradon and making Libradon furious.
Enough! Libradon had had enough of all the insults said by the figure before him.
This time, he would not give the man in front of him any chance.
He vowed to torture the man severely. That man had to pay for his insults.
"Guards! Take him away! I'm really sick of seeing his face. Hurry! Take him away from my presence! Give him some torture! Make him regret his words!"
Libradon's emotional shout echoed throughout the kingdom.
Everyone could feel how enveloped in rage the man was at the moment. The heat was now transparent in the palace hall.
"You ignorant bastard! You will feel the consequences of your actions. All because you dared to defy me." Libradon tugged at the corners of his lips, very powerful there.
The guards immediately grabbed hold of God Mervous' body.
Instead of being frightened, God Mervous smiled wryly.
His gaze seemed to look down on the man before him.
"Quick! You're coming with us!"
The bodyguards dragged and pulled the man by force. Without putting up a fight God Mervous simply accepted their treatment.
However, before God Mervous could be taken away and disappeared from their sight.
Suddenly a voice stopped them in their tracks.
"Wait! Don't take him away just yet."
Teressa rose from her seat, descending her throne.
"Your Highness, may I ask you something?"
Libradon turned his gaze to Teressa.
His gaze, which seemed to be asking what Teressa wanted to say, made the woman then look briefly at God Mervous.
"Let me take care of his. Just leave him to me. Please."
Teressa seemed very confident in her words. "Please just leave him with me. I will punish him," Teressa reiterated.