Chapter 103: Chapter 103: Vespera's Worst fear

After transforming the half-dead Nagas into his Legion, Aengus finally had a moment to check his stats:

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[ Name: Aengus Degaro ] (Marked by Ancient Red Serpent Deity)

[ Age: 18 ]

[ Title: Naga King Slayer ]

[ Race: Half-Human Half-Demon ]

[ Level: 31 ]

[ Occupation: Baron of Dark Valley, Demon Servant ]

[ Class: None ] (Options: Ancient Serpent Slayer)

[ Bloodline Lineage: Beelzebub (Partial-Royal), Viperscale Naga (Half-Noble) ]

[ Special Trait: Energy Converter (Artificial) ]

Physical Stats:

[ Strength: 380 ]

[ Agility: 404 ]

[ Defense: 400 ]

[ Mana: 18,352 /50,552 ]

[ Nether Energy: 10,000 /50,552 ]

[ Attribute points: 30 ]

Skills:

- [ Active: Doombringer Fortification -3 (C) Hellfire Dive (C), Earth Manipulation-12(D), Azure Ghost Blade (D), Venomous Ripper (D)]

- [ Passive: Blazing Purge (D), Predator's Instinct -23 (E), Health Regeneration -4 (E) ]

[ Special skills: Monster Breeding (Level-2) ]

In total, Aengus's army now consisted of more than 900 Lesser Demons and 55 Greater Demons, not counting the ordinary tribespeople. It was an overwhelming force, especially compared to the other baronies under Bella's rule.

"Hey, look! It's our new lord!"

"Oh, shi*t! Who are those Naga people behind him? So many of them!"

As Aengus and his subordinates entered his territory, the citizens whispered in hushed voices, their faces filled with awe and disbelief.

"It seems our new lord is quite capable!"

"Of course! Why else would Marquess Bella appoint him as Baron out of nowhere?"

The townspeople welcomed their lord with applause and cheers, impressed by the strength of his growing forces.

Once inside, Aengus and his newly added subordinates began settling in. Butler Yu and the administrative department assigned each individual to new posts and ranks based on their strengths and weaknesses.

However, Aengus had little time for these administrative tasks. Instead, he retreated into a secluded chamber, focusing on synthesizing the demon cores to increase their value and power, allowing him to grow even stronger.

Since low-level demons no longer provided him with stats, Aengus began ascending them to higher ranks. The process of "farming" continued as before, ensuring his army and personal strength would keep escalating.

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At the Fortress Marquis Estate, within Bella's mansion, Bella Bellfrost sat seductively on an armchair, her chin resting on her shoulder with a casual expression.

"My Lady, we have received news about the newly appointed Baron of Dark Valley," a vampire with long, dark wings reported respectfully.

Behind Bella, Vespera, her loyal confidante, narrowed her ruby-red eyes at the mention of the Baron, while Bella's interest was clearly piqued.

"Oh? What's the news?" Bella asked, her enchanting purple eyes fluttering slightly. She was intrigued, especially since this involved the man she shared her first kiss with—the man she shared her aspirations with.

Confident that the Hex poison had fully taken effect on him, she had no concerns about hus betrayal.

"Lord Aengus has subjugated a significant number of formidable Naganians and brought them to his town."

"How many?" Bella inquired, her voice carrying a hint of curiosity.

"Nearly 700 or so, my lady," the vampire servant replied swiftly.

"Mm.." Bella seemed impressed. "Alright, you may go," she dismissed him with a wave of her hand.

As the servant left, Vespera stepped forward, her tone laced with concern. "My lady, his power is growing exponentially. I believe you should enslave him quickly. I've had a bad feeling about him ever since he arrived."

Bella chuckled softly, a sly smile curling her lips. "Oh, Vespera, you worry too much. Don't fret. I have my own plans. We'll pay him a visit in a few days—after I finish these menial and boring paperwork tasks," she said, glancing with mild irritation at the towering stack of documents on her desk.