How Level Zero Devil Destroys Player Experience

Someone couldn't help but sigh that the decision he made was indeed the right one.

It is not as easy to develop alone as to rely on others.

After the Beast Tide incident, Antia carried out post-war reconstruction with the assistance of the Empire, and the Demon King's City was also under construction in full swing with the assistance of Berghead.

Different from the buildings built in the Heart of Herontis, these buildings are closer to life and commerce. The craftsmen, workers, and soldiers coming and going add a fresh atmosphere.

The Demon King's Castle finally has the feeling of a city.

Instead of just a lonely castle and a few attached demon buildings like in the past.

"According to the people sent by Miss Sherlock, the main building will be completed in a few days. By then, Sherlock will issue a decree to attract surrounding residents to move in."

"How many days are left?"

This so-called good construction is actually just of a similar scale to the Soma Town, mainly due to time constraints and other factors.

Although he had obtained the core of the hub city, it would not be possible to build a hub city as large as Antia and Berghead in a short period of time.

Holding my cheek, looking at the building still under construction outside the window, I couldn't help but sigh.

“There’s still a long way to go.”

Chapter 24: Christmas Party at the Demon King's Castle

There is indeed a long way to go.

In addition to time, after the city is built, the core of the city consumes a considerable amount of energy every day for daily maintenance.

As a result, my pockets were emptied by building the city, and even with the energy provided by the many gathering places and copies set up in the light camp, it seemed a bit powerless.

And over at Berghead.

Although some supplies were confiscated after the war, the deaths of more than 200,000 soldiers and the reforms after the transfer of power led to complicated internal affairs.

This is also the reason why the Demon King's Castle seems deserted.

Satasia and the others were all busy, not to mention Sherlock, Victoria and others in Berghead.

If I hadn't pulled him aside, Hill would have been supervising the construction of the Demon King's Castle.

"No, it looks like you have a lot of free time."

Although the initial work is important, isn't it more excessive than the capitalists to ask people to work during such a festive occasion?

"It's decided, Hill!"

The silver-haired maid gave him a puzzled look.

And a certain demon king has already clenched his fist and made a decision.

"Let's host the Demon King's Castle Christmas Party!"

……

So why did things turn out like this?

Garcinia looked at the bells and ribbon decorations in her hands, a little dazed.

Not long ago, she was leading the army to clear out the monsters that migrated (refreshed) from the vicinity of the Demon King's Castle, but now she had to fight against this kind of decorative object.

All of this stems from the order of the seemingly unreliable little devil.

The Demon King's Castle is holding a Christmas party.

Christmas party.

She seemed to have heard of this before. From the description in the books, it was said to be a very festive and lively festival, but how could a species like the Ice Demon, with a long lifespan, have much idea about such things as festivals?

Although there had been similar festival celebrations when she came to Berghead, at that time under the management of Lord Blood Eagle, it was more like a slightly more relaxed daily routine than a festival.

"Left, left, that's it."

It was not until she heard the voice behind her that Garcinia came back to her senses. She subconsciously wanted to put the decoration in her hand away, but when she saw her sister swaying beside her, she realized that the other person was not calling her.

"Not well yet..."

"A little bit more to the right. Yes, okay, stick it on."

"This is so troublesome. Wouldn't it be faster if Your Highness could do it himself?"

After sticking the decoration on the wall, Satasia, who had landed from midair, curled her lips, but seemed to have thought of something, and immediately cast an inexplicable look, "Ah, I almost forgot that your height is inconvenient."

There seemed to be a hint of pride in his tone.

"It hurts..."

Then the next second, someone stepped on his foot and he screamed.

Cui Si, who was passing by with bottles and jars, saw that this annoying guy who always pestered her was defeated and made a face, with a sense of gloating.

"Aunt, isn't it a waste to have so much?"

Rong La, who was standing next to her, looked at the equally full medicine bottle in her arms with a distressed look on her face.

"What's the waste, Lala? Things are meant to be used, and isn't this fun?"

Tracy placed the bottles and jars on the ground, took out a few bottles of purple potion and handed them to the person next to her.

After getting the potion, the soldiers immediately went to various corners of the Demon King's Castle and sprinkled the potion on the trees and plants. As the transmogrification potion took effect, the trees turned into the shape of Christmas trees.

The flowers dotted on it emit warm light and look like beautiful festive lights.

Under the urging of Cuisi's eyes, Rongla had to cooperate with several craftsmen to assemble more than a dozen special devices and put many bottles of potions into them.

After being started, these devices, which resembled small mechanical airships, rose into the air hundreds of yards high and sprayed the mixed medicine evenly around them.

The potion combined with the condensed air flow and instantly turned into a vast amount of fine snow, falling down in the sky above the Demon King's City.

“I haven’t seen snow in a long time.”

Sherlock stretched out his hand to use the falling snowflakes as he spoke with some emotion.

The last time they saw each other was on a day that seemed like a nightmare to her.

During this period of time, Victoria had naturally heard about the experiences of the Guinness heir. She wrapped her fox fur shawl around herself and smiled softly.

"It's all over, isn't it, Lord Sherlock?"

"Yeah, it's all over."

Sherlock reached out and gently crushed the snowflakes, and the tiny snow particles slid down from the palm of his hand.

She had defeated her nightmare and it would never become the nightmare she hated.

Rob, who was standing by, didn't dare to disturb the two men at all. He had no choice but to take over all the tasks and busily direct his men to do their work.

"Hehe, Your Highness is so cute."

Nina held the Christmas wreath in her arms, looking at the petite figure in the distance with a somewhat infatuated look.

Most of the thieves nearby were doing the same, helping with the decoration while secretly casting glances from time to time. With the added bonus of their faith, they seemed to be turning into lolita complexes.

"Get to work quickly."

Ed patted his sister's head lightly.

Having said that, when the latter was sticking out his tongue and hanging Christmas wreaths on the roadside trees one by one, he couldn't help but look in the direction the other person had looked before.

Even though Victoria had previously encouraged the members of the Thieves' Department to come to Berghead and follow the royalists to meet the Demon King.

But at this moment, Ed still found it hard to believe that the figure in the distance, who looked no different from an ordinary demon, was actually the orthodox demon king bloodline they had been searching for for a long time.

Very unreliable.

This was his original first impression.

Now there seems to be a big change. In addition to what I learned from Lady Victoria, how the Demon City developed from nothing to its present state, the inside story of the power change in Berghead, and the beginning of the city's construction.

Without any airs, he held a festive party with others.

I'm afraid this is something that even those iron-blooded rulers cannot do.

Approachable and friendly.

Maybe it's just because of the other person's young nature.

Ed murmured softly, "Your Majesty, such a Demon King may lead us to a completely different future."

In addition to the subordinates of a certain demon lord, those invited to the party also included important figures from the Berghead royalist faction.

Even the Holy Night Moon Fox Nigel came under the leadership of Edith, along with his followers, the Holy White Moon Fox and other foxes.

After the beast tide incident, they migrated and lived in the mountains next to the Mist Forest, and became friendly neighbors with the Black Spider Queen Edith.

Chapter 25: Some Strange Monastery

"Ow~"

Ali stood on his father's head and made a proud sound, which was particularly adorable.

The snow continued to fall heavily.

The streets and buildings are decorated with various red festive objects, creating a strong festive atmosphere.

After the workers, craftsmen and soldiers completed their assigned tasks, they went together to several taverns that had already been built to enjoy free drinks and their rare holiday.

And thanks to everyone's collaborative efforts, the area around the Demon King's Castle has become the brightest color in this snow-covered territory.

It looks like a Christmas tree decorated with lights, beautiful garlands, and warm magic light sources connected to form a dazzling sky. Flowers of various colors such as baby's breath are in full bloom, and ribbons, chiffon and other decorations are tied around them.

Although it is not as lively as other major cities, it still has a unique and warm atmosphere.

This can be felt even more once you step into the castle.

The entire hall was decorated for a party.

Under the reception of many well-trained maids and waiters who appeared in the Demon King's Castle at some point in time, everyone who came to the party changed into their best clothes and talked and walked around in the hall.

Even before it started, this Christmas party was already very lively.

But when I looked at the people in the hall, I inexplicably felt like something was missing.

"By the way, Hill, have those guys from the monastery arrived?"

I remember calling out but getting no response, and I thought they were busy and didn't pay any attention. I left a message for Kai and the others, and forgot about it.

Besides, Rotana is fine, but even Kasalia has been busy at the monastery recently.

Hill, who was coordinating the affairs in the hall, flipped through the list and said, "Your Highness, Miss Kai and others have not arrived yet."

Are you that busy?

I thought about it and said, "Hill, why don't you come with me to the monastery."

After all, it's a party, and it always feels a little lacking without people.

However, Sherlock beside him seemed to have heard something and came closer with a wine glass in hand. "No need to trouble Miss Hill. It just so happens that I also want to meet Miss Claire and thank her. Your Highness can take me with you."

I'm afraid you must have heard some inside information about this monastery that aroused your interest.

I avoided the hot breath that was obviously blown into my ear intentionally and gave him an inexplicable look.

Obviously, Hill was worried about having such a "criminal" following me, so he handed over the hosting work in the hall to Victoria.

The three of them came to the White Partridge Woods, the headquarters of the Holy Light Monastery.

Different from the usual solemn appearance, many buildings of the monastery are now decorated with various Christmas decorations such as ribbons, bells, and wreaths, adding a festive atmosphere to the holy and solemn atmosphere.

The guard at the entrance let me in immediately upon seeing me. Along the way into the monastery, many paladins and priests greeted me.

"Happy holidays, Miss An."

"Didn't Xi say that only a small number of people were loyal to His Highness, Miss Hill?"

Sherlock looked at the figure in front of him who was responding to the greetings from passers-by one by one and receiving many holiday snacks from those people, with a curious look on his face.

"This is because His Highness now has another identity."

Hill explained calmly.

After the Beast Tide incident, Agatha, who had promised to conceal the prophecy from someone, also reported the other party's outstanding performance in the war to the top leaders of the empire.

Although there was no substantial reward, the Empire also issued a special honor.