My Girlfriend Is Stronger Than the Demon Lord – Volume 36 (Chapter 36)
The demon realm seemed calm, but Aria's sharp eyes betrayed her concern.
"Eren," she said, holding my hand as we walked through the castle gardens, "the last enemy was defeated, but new threats are rising. This time, it's not just force—it's politics, diplomacy, and subtle manipulation."
I frowned. "So, no battles? Just… intrigue?"
She shook her head, cheeks pink. "No, both. Diplomacy can be just as dangerous as battle. If I misstep, alliances crumble, magic destabilizes, and chaos spreads. And all while the enemy tests me directly."
Before we could strategize, Gorvath appeared, flustered.
"My Lady! Reports indicate multiple demon factions are disagreeing over magical reserves and territorial boundaries. At the same time, strange magical anomalies are appearing near the borders!"
Aria's eyes narrowed. "Eren… this is a true test. I must balance leadership, magic, and strategy. And I can't do it alone—you need to be with me."
I gripped her hand tightly. "Always. Chaos, intrigue, danger… I'm by your side."
By midday, Aria was in the command room, addressing faction leaders while simultaneously monitoring magical disturbances. The enemy had infiltrated subtly, attempting to sway allegiances and manipulate energies to destabilize the realm.
Aria raised her staff, aura flaring gently. "Eren… watch. This isn't about brute force. Strategy, influence, and careful action will prevail."
With precision, she guided negotiations, restrained rogue factions using subtle magical barriers, and corrected unstable magical currents without harming anyone.
I whispered, amazed, "She's… handling diplomacy, magic, and threats… all at once?"
Aria glanced at me, faint smile on her face. "Eren… chaos doesn't matter when we face it together. Every challenge is lighter with you by my side."
Step by step, she stabilized the realm, neutralized the infiltrators' plans, and solidified alliances. Slowly, the enemy's influence collapsed.
I held her hand tightly. "You're incredible, Aria."
She leaned against me, aura glowing softly. "Because, Eren… every challenge is easier when we face it together."
Once more, the demon realm was safe—not through destruction, but through Aria's unmatched power, intelligence, and heart, with me right by her side.