I Lied to the Male Lead with My Pinky Finger on the Line

Editor: Yuu✨

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The wedding date was set for a month later.

 

The decision to proceed with the ceremony was mine. Clyde had mentioned that there was no need for a wedding if I didn’t want one.

 

Marrying Clyde meant becoming not just his wife but also the Demon Queen. To strengthen Clyde’s reign, and furthermore, to permanently maintain peace between the human and the demon realm, I needed to be recognized as his rightful Demon Queen.

 

‘The question is how the Seven High Lords will react…’

 

In the original story, the Seven Lords conspired to help Sylphia escape from the demon realm. Back then, the reason was Clyde neglecting his duties as the Demon King due to his involvement with Sylphia, but now there is no issue on that front.

 

However, the fact that the Demon King was getting involved with a human was sure to raise objections from the Seven Lords. Although Clyde’s authority seemed absolute, there might be silent disagreement beneath the surface.

 

Particularly, Lord Giyu, the High Lord of Zataiya, was a concern. In the original story, during Clyde’s absence while he was searching for Sylphia, Giyu staged a coup. If any of the Lords were to cause trouble, the probability was high that it would be Giyu.

 

So, I decided to give Clyde a preemptive warning.

 

“I had a dream that Giyu was planning a rebellion.”

 

“…How do you know that name?” Clyde asked in surprise.

 

“I told you, I saw it in a dream.”

 

I had already guessed correctly about Dioclyde’s existence and what had happened between him and Hena in the past. Later, Dioclyde confirmed that it was all true.

 

Moreover, as Clyde said, I had lived all my life in the human world, and even after coming to the demon realm, I remained confined to my room, so I couldn’t have known about Giyu’s existence.

 

Perhaps that’s why Clyde didn’t seem to doubt my words.

 

“Of course, I don’t mean Giyu is plotting a rebellion right now, this is the future that would have happened if I hadn’t let you escape and you had destroyed the Palma Empire in revenge. Still, it’s better to be prepared just in case.”

 

“…….”

 

Clyde, lost in thought for a moment, suddenly spoke.

 

“I guess I’ll have to kill him.”

 

“…What?”

 

“It works out well. He made some arrogant remarks about you before, if I kill him now, there won’t be any repercussions.”

 

Clyde stood up after speaking. It looked as if he was going to kill Giyu right away, so I hurriedly grabbed him.

 

“Now, wait. Isn’t it a bit wrong to just kill him for no reason at all…?”

 

“Why would there be no reason? Rebelling against the king should naturally be punished with one’s life.”

 

“I told you, it’s what would have happened if the past hadn’t changed.”

 

“Then what do you want me to do?”

 

“…Why don’t you plant a watchman and have them report any suspicious activity?”

 

“There’s nothing wrong with that, but… is that enough?”

 

“Yes, we can’t punish him for something he hasn’t done yet.”

 

Clyde looked at me silently.

 

“What if something irreversible happens?”

 

“…What do you mean?” 

 

“What if that guy kidnaps you and takes you as a hostage? And if you get hurt in the process? Then I will never be able to forgive myself. It’s better to cut it off decisively now rather than have regrets later.”

 

Clyde’s eyes were blazing with fury, as if it had actually happened. I shivered slightly, feeling a chill run down my spine.

 

“…I understand your feelings, but even as a king, you can’t just kill one of the Seven High Lords without any justification. Surely, there will be a strong backlash, more significant than for the ceasefire or the wedding.”

 

“I don’t care.”

 

“Clyde.”

 

I pulled his arm and hugged him.

 

“For now, let’s just send someone to watch him as I suggested. Even if Giyu truly harbors resentment we’ll be fine as long as we prepare in advance. I have you by my side and I’m strong enough to take care of myself. Nothing like what you’re worried about will happen, okay? Please?”

 

Clyde seemed to think that eliminating Giyu immediately was the best way to remove the threat, but I disagree. It wasn’t merely a matter of whether an unjustifiable murder was right or wrong. If we pursued a path of political terror like that, there was no guarantee that another Giyu wouldn’t emerge in the future.

 

Clyde stared at me with a stern expression, then slowly lowered his gaze.

 

“…I understand, but if even a hint of rebellion appears, I’ll capture and execute Giyu immediately. I won’t stop, even if you try to intervene.”

 

“Of course, if it happens I will have no reason to stop you.”

 

Finally, Clyde’s face relaxed. He gently touched my cheek and pulled me into his embrace.

 

‘If Clyde is this anxious, I need to take precautions separately.’ With my face against Clyde’s chest, I pondered.

 

‘Master, can you hear me?’

 

I mentally called for Eleanor, and her familiar voice quickly responded.

 

— Are you trying to ask if there’s a useful spell for this situation?

 

‘Exactly. Do you know any magic that could be used for surveillance?’

 

— Unfortunately, that’s not my specialty. I don’t like eavesdropping on people’s conversations; it doesn’t suit my temperament.

 

‘You’re always eavesdropping on me and Clyde.’

 

— What kind of eavesdropping is that? I can’t help but hear it. Do you think I want to hear you moan?

 

‘Ugh! Please don’t!’

 

I practically shuddered with disgust. Clyde, looking puzzled, asked.

 

“What’s wrong?”

 

“Huh? Oh, no. It’s nothing; I just got a little chill.”

 

“Are you cold? I’ll get the room warmed up.”

 

“Huh? No, it’s not like that….”

 

Before I could stop him, Clyde called a maid and instructed her to increase the room temperature. Then, just like when I was in Andela, he wrapped me tightly in a blanket.

 

— It must be nice to be loved.

 

‘…Can’t you be a little more oblivious at times like this?’

 

— You were the one who mentioned it first. When I need to act like I don’t know, I do it convincingly. Anyway, you don’t even realize how grateful you should be.

 

‘…….’

 

I was at a loss for words because she wasn’t actually wrong.

 

‘Then, do you know any powerful defensive spell that can protect Clyde and me in case of an emergency? Something like a barrier that can cover the entire room.’

 

— Aren’t you already under the protection of the Demon King Ring? That ring is a much more potent artifact than you think. It’s nearly impossible to break through with sheer strength unless the magical power surpasses that of the ring.

 

I knew this ring possessed significant magical power, but I didn’t realize it was to this extent. The fact that Clyde handed me such a powerful item without any hesitation left me feeling both grateful and melancholic.

 

— In my opinion, what you need to learn isn’t defensive magic but offensive magic. You know the saying, ‘The best defense is a good offense.’

 

‘Somehow, the offensive magic you teach seems terrifying. I feel a bit hesitant…’

 

— You’re quite observant. You won’t regret learning them.

 

In truth, I had never considered learning offensive magic until now.

 

Witnessing my father torturing a young Clyde left me with a traumatic aversion to magic that could harm others, especially fire magic.

 

But she couldn’t dwell on such fragile thoughts forever. For Clyde’s sake and to avoid making him uneasy, I needed means to protect both of us in any situation.

 

‘…Alright. I’ll ask for your help. If possible, exclude fire magic, please.’

 

— That’s the way to go. Finally, I can pass on magic that’s worth teaching.

 

Eleanor spoke with an excited tone. I silently sighed within.

 

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About two weeks after commissioning Twilight Moon, in the deep midnight when even the moon hadn’t risen, Julion quietly left the laboratory.

 

He didn’t tell anyone about his plan. Heufeln had already returned to the Western Gate long ago, and even if he had stayed in the capital, Julion wouldn’t have suggested going together.

 

Although he had stated a 90% survival rate for organization members to Twilight Moon’s leader, Julion himself was prepared to die there.

 

The reason the magic he created to kill the Demon King didn’t work was undoubtedly because he was protected by some special magical device or artifact. Otherwise, there was no explanation for why his magic, which utilized his magical power, couldn’t affect him.

 

In order to find a way to break through that shield, Julion eventually delved into forbidden black magic.

 

By combining black magic with the magic he created, he could absolutely kill the Demon King.

 

And the cost was Julion’s life.

 

But it didn’t matter. The only thing that mattered was rescuing Eila. If he could save her and send her back to her brothers’ embrace, he could easily throw away his own life.

 

Even if he were to meet Christina in the afterlife, he could proudly lift his head.

 

As Julion, who had gathered lightweight luggage, was about to cast an invisibility spell on himself, a voice came from behind.

 

“Father.”

 

Aslan’s voice came from behind him. Julion’s expression stiffened.

 

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