The NTR Hero Knelt Before the Demon King – Chapter 158

Pyra, the former general of the Falcon Empire, had thought that nothing could shock her after she transformed her body to become a woman and chose to side with the demon race.

However, at this moment, she found herself staring at a scene that felt like a hard slap to the back of her head.

“I’m back, Your Majesty.”

“Welcome back, my hero.”

‘…Huh?’

Before her were two figures clad in armor, radiating a power that seemed unapproachable at first glance. This sight plunged Pyra into a thick haze of confusion.

‘W-wait a minute. What? So the person I’ve been moving alongside this whole time isn’t the Demon King? And… a hero? No way, hero Ellen?’

The shocking revelation that the figure she had always known as the Demon King was, in fact, not what he seemed hit her like a ton of bricks.

While it wasn’t a grave situation for her as a member of the demon race now, from her perspective and the empire’s view, it was certainly a surprising truth.

‘Those frightening guys… I can’t believe they played with the Empire and me like this. Their national power might be smaller than ours, but they’re definitely not to be underestimated.’

Realizing the demons’ terrifying capabilities once again, Pyra couldn’t help but think that her life as a member of their ranks would definitely not be boring.

*

After the grand welcoming ceremony concluded, the two of us returned to our room.

In this place, free from outside disturbances, I wrapped my arms tightly around the person I’ve longed to see.

“Nazareth…”

“Ellen…”

Once past the awkwardness that had clouded our interactions since the days of Immanuel Mass, we now began to express the affections built up due to the circumstances of work.

“Hah…”

“Hah…”

With no hesitations, and not caring who initiated, we began to explore each other’s lips.

Soft yet warm, and unbelievably sweet sensations.

Yearning to feel the other’s warmth even more intensely, we embraced this moment with passion.

And then…

“Hah… Hah… Do you really plan to do it… right now?”

“Hah… Of course. It’s been too hard holding back. Haaah, please… pierce me with your Gladiolus, my dear.”

“Churp… Hah… I… will serve… Your Majesty.”

With those words, we both threw ourselves onto the bed.

Although I felt a slight fatigue from the long journey, at this moment, I became enveloped in dense pleasure and happiness, forgetting all about it as I began to intertwine myself with the Demon King in my arms.

*

The situation was utterly unexpected, meeting someone in a completely unimaginable way at an unforeseen location.

For Hector, the current hero, and his companions who had become part of the Demon Kingdom, they could accurately describe their situation before them.

“E-Eileen? Is… is that really you?”

“Ah… How did this even happen…”

“Hmm…”

“…”

Hector and his companions shared glances at the sight of the Lich before them.

Once a part of the hero party, she was a figure who hadn’t left the best impression on them, and having heard about her true nature from the previous hero, Ellen, she was forever imprinted in their minds as a scoundrel.

However, seeing someone who had once been a dignified vice minister reduced to a Lich before their eyes rocked them with a heavy shock.

It was akin to witnessing a once-promising senior turned into a beggar, struggling to survive on the streets.

Observing this intricate mix of emotions, Hector maintained his composure and spoke to her.

“Well… considering everything, I express my sincere condolences about your current state.”

-“…Thank you.”-

“So… does that mean Miss Eileen can’t use holy magic at all anymore?”

-“Impossible. The types of magic I can use have completely changed since becoming like this.”-

“I see… That’s regrettable.”

They tried to lighten the mood with various words, but in the end, all they could offer was awkward sympathy.

From the moment she turned into a Lich, she had essentially died and became something worse than a mere shadow of her former self, and discussing it would only make her misfortune painfully evident.

And.

As they recognized these facts, Hector and the others felt a bittersweet sensation, reflecting that the saying “what goes around comes around” was no lie.

‘So this is what the fate of a betrayer looks like?… It’s more pitiful than I imagined.’

‘I must treat my comrades well… although it’s ridiculous to compare us to someone like her, in the end, it’s only my comrades that remain.’

‘A Lich. A being cut off from all desires in exchange for immense power… I never expected Miss Eileen would end up like this…’

‘Honestly, it feels like she got what she deserved, but as a third-party observer, it doesn’t feel good at all. If only she had just helped Sir Ellen defeat the Demon King without causing a fuss…’

Observing the pitiful fate of one who had cast such a huge influence on the world, they made a firm resolution to strengthen their trust in each other.

Additionally, they felt a sense of relief that they hadn’t become entwined with someone like her and suffered through such misfortunes.

*

As a result of the peace treaty, the continent began to regain some stability.

Yet, though the urgent fire had been extinguished, beneath the black ashes lay still smoldering embers, glowing fiercely.

“We ultimately failed due to interference from the Demon Kingdom… is that right?”

“I beg your pardon, Your Majesty, the Magic King.”

The Witch York, bowing her head to the floor, repeatedly apologized.

And…

Observing her, the presence seated on the throne, bearing the appearance of a young girl, spoke with a cold smile.

“Well, it’s unfortunate, but there’s nothing to be done. Honestly, I somewhat expected the demon race’s interference. It’s fortunate we managed to limit the damage to this extent.”

“T-thank you, Your Majesty.”

Without receiving the scolding she had anticipated, York felt a deep sense of relief wash over her, continuing to bow her head.

“Then let’s put the topic of war aside for now. I wish to hear about the plans you have in progress.”

With those words, the Magic King turned to the other Four Demon Maidens kneeling beside York.

Niala, the de facto second-in-command of the Magic Kingdom, known to be the most active shadow of the Magic King.

She responded with a smile at the sound of her master’s expectations.

“Yes, Your Majesty, the matter you mentioned is progressing smoothly. We’ve gathered quite a number of sacrifices from the last war. Above all, the various small and large conflicts across the continent have made hiding our tracks surprisingly easy.”

“Good news. So, when do you think we can execute the plan?”

“In as short as six months. By the end of this year at the latest, it should be possible.”

Speaking confidently, Niala received a response that seemed almost childishly joyful from the Magic King.

“I won’t tolerate any mistakes. No matter what happens, it must succeed.”

“Yes, leave it to me, Your Majesty.”

*

After the meeting in the Grand Conference Room concluded, the senior figures of the Magic Kingdom began to disperse.

Among them was Shude, who felt a mix of disappointment regarding the end of the war.

‘Tsk… This is quite disappointing. I should’ve made sure that Eileen brat was completely done away with. Who knew those Demon Kingdom brats would interfere so annoyingly…’

The Macedonian Castle, which the Magic Kingdom ultimately failed to seize, was right below it, and if they had advanced just a bit further, they could have taken that city, where Eileen resided.

However, the forces of the Magic Kingdom couldn’t breach it, resulting in Shude’s scheme to eliminate Eileen without getting his hands dirty ending in failure.

‘What a shame, it was a chance to get rid of a nuisance that could become a future problem. I guess I’ll have to take matters into my own hands now?’

Currently, the Magic Kingdom, under Niala’s direction, was preparing a large-scale spell, and it didn’t seem they had any intention of continuing the war.

The moment that spell was activated, the entire continent would be plunged into unfathomable chaos. While that plan wasn’t entirely devoid of perks, capturing Eileen would definitely not be easy due to the nature of the spell.

‘What to do… I want to eliminate that annoying pest as soon as possible. Any good ideas…’

As she seriously began contemplating the situation, a sudden thought crossed Shude’s mind.

‘Right… That thing! If I use it well, maybe…’