Having found a demon, I've decided to raise her.

Baphomet has followed Lucifer since the past, but Lucifer's attitude towards her can't be described as indifferent; at the very least, it's noncommittal.

Baphomet had always wanted to serve her, but for Lucifer, the things she needed help with were usually things that no one else could handle, so Baphomet was actually a little uneasy.

Am I a qualified follower? I haven't accomplished anything, and Lord Lucifer never gives me any instructions. It's really just wishful thinking on my part...

But the other person gently didn't expose her and even allowed her to come along, which moved Baphomet even more.

We must do something for Lord Lucifer.

Even if it's just a small thing.

Start with small things, and one day you'll be able to take on the role of an adult's attendant.

And now, there's a task personally assigned by Lord Lucifer: to keep an eye on Dong Yi. Although it's just a slightly joking matter, behind Baphomet's smile lies meticulousness.

Absolutely no mistakes can be made.

We can't let her get away... That being said, it's impossible for this good-for-nothing to run away on her own, right?

That means someone kidnapped them...

Forget it, who would bother taking her away? Although it was rude of one of the ladies of the house to say that, Dong Yi has this kind of approachable charm that makes people put down their airs, so it doesn't matter.

"Waaaaah..."

Dongyi's mouth was covered by a mask, and everyone reminded Baphomet not to let her take it off, lest she say something sarcastic and cause trouble for everyone.

She smiled slightly, her red eyes looking at Dong Yi's pitiful expression, and said—

"I'm sorry, Dongyi, you'll have to make do for now. You should be able to get it during dinner later."

This mouth is best used for eating; don't gossip about anything else. It seems Dongyi should understand the saying "trouble comes from the mouth" now.

She stared at the ceiling in despair. Shouldn't a prince charming come to her rescue right now...?

Tapping.

Footsteps suddenly sounded from the outside corridor, and Baphomet's smile froze on his face as he sensed the presence of the person who had entered.

Dongyi's eyes lit up too; she was all too familiar with those footsteps. She and Baphomet looked toward the door.

Click.

Chen Ming smiled and pushed open the door to walk in.

The white-haired, half-goat demon, as if facing a formidable enemy, stood up, its tall body pawing the ground with its strange, slender hooves. A bead of cold sweat trickled down its forehead, and its eyes widened as it spoke—

"You, how did you get here..."

"Um... I heard that Dongyi was imprisoned, so I came to rescue him."

Chen Ming said with a smile.

husband!

Dong's eyes welled up with tears of emotion.

Baphomet pointed incredulously at Dong Yi and said—

"Just for her?"

Is it worth making such a fuss over this good-for-nothing? The tone was incredibly rude, and she was so shocked that she blurted it out.

Looking behind Chen Ming, Lu Bu followed closely behind his father, whose aura of the Domain Dao Realm made Baphomet feel somewhat oppressed.

Even though he had only recently attained enlightenment, he could still make this veteran powerhouse feel oppressed... It's truly terrifying.

It seems that the God of War is not by his side.

In that case, there would still be a chance to ask Lord Lucifer for help.

Baphomet quickly compared the strength of the enemy and his own forces, made an accurate assessment, and then smiled at Chen Ming, saying—

Are you looking down on me?

"What do you mean?"

Chen Ming tilted his head.

Baphomet said—

"Miss Yao, you still can't subdue me. You're too arrogant. Although I can't defeat you either, as long as I speak with Lord Lucifer..."

Hearing her calm words, Chen Ming couldn't help but smile slightly and said—

"Oh, is that what you mean... I didn't mean to look down on you, but is what you're doing really okay?"

Baphomet frowned slightly and said—

"what do you mean?"

"As Lucifer's attendant, you have to trouble her with everything and do nothing to help her share her burdens. Don't you feel resentful about this?"

"!"

Baphomet stared wide-eyed at his smiling face.

This guy...

He actually revealed something she'd always cared about... Why? How did he know so much about her?

Could it be that he's been watching me the whole time?

Baphomet felt a pang in his heart. He had kept her concerns in mind without her even realizing it, and that's how he came to understand.

"...I'm starting to understand what everyone thinks of you now."

She smiled slightly.

He is indeed a gentle person. No matter who is in the family, he pays attention to them, thinks about what they think, and considers what they want... It is precisely because he can do this that he has been able to win over so many girls.

But now, this tenderness is blocking my way, and I can't help but feel a little pressured.

She pursed her lips and said—

"However, rather than having you kidnap Dongyi, it would be better to trouble Lord Lucifer. After all, that would only mean I am not capable enough, without any loss."

"Hmm...that makes sense. Choosing the lesser of two evils is something I can understand."

Chen Ming nodded, rested his chin on his hand, and tilted his head to say—

"But what if I told you I'd give you a chance to complete your guard duty without troubling Lucifer?"

"……what?"

"Such a good thing? Baphomet was a little skeptical for a moment."

Chen Ming noticed that she was somewhat interested, and narrowed his eyes as he continued—

"After all, I don't want to leave empty-handed, so let's have a duel."

"duel?"

"How about a dark duel where the loser must obey the winner's every command?"

"..."

Baphomet wasn't stupid; she knew perfectly well what kind of scheme the other side was up to, and was about to refuse...

"You can even use this condition to stop me from fighting against reincarnation."

"!"

Baphomet's breath hitched, his red eyes widened in disbelief.

What did he just say?

Something that no one could persuade her to do, she could obtain by dueling him? If she succeeded, it wouldn't just be a great achievement in Lord Lucifer's eyes, it could even be said that her merit was so great that it threatened the master's position...

Lord Lucifer will definitely be very happy. Then, as his attendant, I will have a legitimate title and will no longer be just a useless nobody.

She was moved.

Even knowing there were ghosts ahead, she couldn't suppress her excitement.

grunt.

She swallowed hard, looking at Chen Ming across from her, who seemed confident and certain she would agree, as if he knew she wouldn't miss this opportunity.

After all, Dong is just a useless guy. Even if he loses to Dong, he will only lose a small pawn that is insignificant to the overall situation. But if he wins, he can turn the tide of the game.

In such a dire situation, who wouldn't be tempted?

Her lips trembled, her eyes struggled for a moment, and finally she gritted her teeth and said—

"Alright, Dark Duel, I accept!"

……

P.S.: The fish has taken the bait! (ω)

Chapter 1519 Even the Devilish Miss Can Only Be His Lamb

Chen Ming smiled and put his hand on Baphomet's delicate shoulder. The hot palm made the tall, half-goat demon feel a little uncomfortable. She looked at his palm, pursed her lips, but did not slap him away.

No matter how much he whispered seductive words in her ear, she always felt there was a hint of wickedness in his smile—

"You also want to do something for your Lord Lucifer, don't you, Miss Baphomet..."

As soon as he said those words, Dong Yi, who was unable to move on the ground, suddenly opened her brown eyes wide. She looked at Chen Ming, who was close to Baphomet's cheek, and suddenly realized what he meant.

This guy... he didn't come to save her at all, he came for Baphomet!

Good heavens, he's trying to poach Lucifer's man directly, and Baphomet, blinded by his own involvement, is foolishly tempted.

She pursed her lips, her eyes hardening, and said to him—

"Alright, Dark Duel, I accept!"

Dong Yi couldn't bear to look at the scene. It was over; this little lamb was finished. Despite her tall and imposing appearance, now that she was in his hands, she was completely at his mercy.

She could already see Chen Ming's terrifying smile; a giant hand was about to grab the helpless lamb, and the big bad wolf, disguised in human skin, was approaching the innocent visitor from hell.