Before wrapping up the long day, I felt an obligation to talk to each person in my party, just as Riana had come to find me. 0

The people in the castle who encountered me in my Demon King form would turn pale and hurriedly avert their eyes, trembling where they stood or even fleeing from me. 0

Aside from the horns, I didn’t think I looked particularly frightening. Perhaps they imagined something beyond what they could see, something that made them fear me. 0

My companions were planning to stay in the guest rooms within the palace for the moment. Once the whereabouts of the remaining royal family members were sorted out, everyone would have proper rooms and accommodations.0

I had decided to make myself king, but I didn’t know exactly what a king was supposed to do. Therefore, I needed the help of those around me, as well as the assistance of the former royal family. I had taken over the country without any preparation, just by claiming that I was the new king. It was bound to be a troublesome affair.0

As I descended the tower and entered the wing of the palace where the guest rooms were, I saw Harriet standing on the terrace, staring blankly outside, much like I had been doing earlier. 0

Sensing my presence, Harriet turned around...0