Aengus sent his body double to Solis, where the Liberation Army continued its march toward the Imperial Capital.
The only one missing was Aria, who had decided to stay in the Abyss for a while.
Aengus ordered the demon faction of the Liberation Empire to head to the Capital City of the Lust Dukedom, intending to merge with Duke Belial's forces as per the deal they had made.
Belial had no problem with the merge and accepted Aengus as the leader because he knew it wouldn't be long before Aengus's Demon Lord title became recognized in the demon world.
As they neared the capital on a massive vampiric bat, Duke Belial spoke suddenly:
"Aengus, if you're receiving the dowry, perhaps the three of you should have a ceremonial wedding on this occasion. What do you say, daughter?" Belial asked.
Bella, Aria, and Aengus looked at each other for their opinions.
"I have no problem as long as you two are fine with it," Aengus expressed first.
"Ooh, Sister Bella's wedding! I'm ready to celebrate!" Bianca said excitedly, holding her father's arm.
Bella's expression showed she was ready anytime, but Aengus suddenly noticed Aria's discomfort.
"Aria, what's wrong? Are you not okay with the idea of getting married together?" he asked.
Belial, Bianca, and Bella all turned their attention to Aria, awaiting her response.
"No, it's not that, Ethan," Aria explained. "I'm feeling uncomfortable because of the dense Nether energy and the lack of Mana here. It's getting hard to breathe."
"Huh? Aengus, how could you forget to give her one of those potions humans use to enter here?" Bella said in a blaming tone, touching Aria's hand worriedly.
"Are you feeling okay, Aria?"
Aria, flustered by their sudden concern and contact, replied quickly, "Yes, I'm fine. Just a little uncomfortable. No need to blame him."
"Ahem! We've arrived, so enough with this lovey-dovey display," Belial coughed, reminding them that he and Bianca were still present.
Bianca chuckled while Bella and Aria pulled back slightly, smiling with a mixture of embarrassment and contentment.
Aengus released his wives and turned his gaze downward, taking in the sprawling view of Lust City below.
Bella and Aria composed themselves, the recent closeness still leaving a trace of awkwardness, but a hint of warmth lingered as well.
Their descent was smooth as they landed on the grand estate of Duke Belial. Behind them followed Aengus' entourage—high-ranking demons like Sen, Sienna, Butler Yu, the Wolf King, the Wolf Queen, and several others, each a notable figure in their own right.
Meanwhile, the millions-strong Liberation Army, remained stationed outside Lust City, awaiting further orders.
"Lord Husband, welcome! We hope you had a pleasant journey," Belial's wives greeted in unison, bowing gracefully.
Belial returned their greeting with a nod, his eyes scanning the group. "My loves, where is your Duchess, Vienna?" he inquired.
One of the succubus wives replied respectfully, "We're not sure, Lord Husband. Sister Vienna might be busy with something important."
Belial's brow furrowed slightly, but he nodded. "Very well. Someone go find her and inform her that we need to hold an emergency meeting in the Court. Everyone must be present, including all family members. I have a crucial announcement to make."
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At his command, one of the servants quickly departed to relay the message. Meanwhile, Aengus, Bella, and Aria followed Belial inside, their presence drawing curious glances from the onlookers. Aengus' aura of authority and power was undeniable, and the unfamiliar sight of Aria—a human in the demon realm—created a buzz of speculation among the gathered demons.
Soon, the Court was alive with anticipation as everyone of importance in the Lust Dukedom assembled.
High-ranking officials, military leaders, and members of Belial's extended family filled the hall, whispering to each other in hushed tones.
Many stole glances at Aria, intrigued by the presence of a new woman standing beside Duke Belial's son-in-law. Bella stood with a calm confidence, her gaze steady as she observed her father's gathered subjects and her half-siblings .
The murmur of conversations quieted as the doors at the far end of the room opened, revealing newly ascended Duchess Vienna, who entered with a regal grace. She moved with purpose, her expression curious as she took her place beside Belial. All eyes turned expectantly to the Duke, awaiting his announcement.