*Note: Ok, here you have the next chapter... the images will arrive in a while.
I have one question for you. In all chinese fic of Doulou that I read, the MC is tortured. Can you tell me why chinese people hate so much the MC? I talk about Doulou Dalu 1.
Have a good day :)
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The duel had reached its inevitable conclusion with the resounding triumph of Akira, yet the deep commotion and astonishment caused by his exhibition of sheer power had by no means dissipated from the consciousness of anyone present. It was unequivocally clear that Akira's astounding power was rooted entirely within that singular wrist-worn device, a remarkable watch capable of transforming him into a catalogue of strange and powerful monsters, each possessing distinct and formidable abilities: harnessing fire, manipulating ice, commanding super speed, achieving instantaneous multiplication, granting profound invisibility, and bestowing absolute intangibility. These were merely some of the extraordinary powers that Akira chose to display, but the prevailing question was... who among them could possibly know how many more formidable abilities he was deliberately holding in reserve?
In the vast reaches of the Andromeda galaxy, countless nobles cast glances filled with profound envy toward Akira, and this resentment was not solely because he was set to marry Princess Lala. Their covetous focus was entirely on that singular watch, that extraordinary device capable of conferring such a spectrum of formidable powers. However, due to the imposing presence of Queen Rily, not a single one of them dared to make any aggressive move. If any nobleman from Andromeda were to launch an attack against the recognized heir of the King of the Milky Way, such an act would be officially deemed an extremely grave offense. At the very least, the guilty party would be immediately condemned to death, but if fate were especially unkind, the King of the Milky Way himself might take advantage of the provocation and initiate an invasion of their entire galaxy. This palpable threat was the primary reason why no one dared to take any action. Conversely, the nobles of the Milky Way were formulating entirely different opinions and plans.
Some among the Milky Way nobility, already overflowing with unbridled greed at the tantalizing prospect of embracing Lala, found that very same greed intensely amplified upon witnessing the astonishing powers granted to the human by that watch. They reasoned: if they themselves possessed that powerful watch, would they not become completely invincible? Not even the reigning King could possibly stand against them; moreover, they could defeat him decisively and assume his position of absolute authority, thereby obtaining not only the Deviluke princesses but also the most beautiful woman in the entire galaxy, Sephie. With that single, indispensable watch... they could easily conquer the whole galaxy, and perhaps, even extend their dominion over the entire universe.
That, precisely, was the compelling reason why a significant number of the Milky Way's most influential nobles, particularly those who possessed a degree of fighting strength and demonstrable valor, began to meticulously plan how they would successfully steal the legendary watch from Akira. Nevertheless, they were acutely aware that this intended course of action was excessively dangerous, compelling them to formulate their plans with the utmost care and precision.
Meanwhile, within the private viewing box, the group of girls was celebrating Akira's swift and decisive victory with unbounded enthusiasm. Even Yami and Dita were visibly pleased with the outcome, though Yami deliberately kept her satisfaction muted on her expression. Dita, for her part, was genuinely happy because her best friend, Lala, was happy, but a clear, fleeting hint of jealousy was nonetheless discernible at the corners of her eyes.
"You were absolutely incredible, Akira!" Lala cried out with pure excitement, beaming.
"You were truly amazing! Your speed was simply astonishing!" Nana cheered vigorously.
"You completely humiliated him!" Momo shouted enthusiastically.
"You are undeniably the best!" Mikan yelled.
"You definitively showed him who's in charge!" Kari exclaimed loudly.
"Hmph," Yami murmured, attempting to suppress an emerging smile of approval.
"He deserved that defeat," Dita stated, nodding in agreement.
King Gid, for his own part, was wearing a slight, satisfied smile. Akira had demonstrated himself to be considerably more powerful than the King had initially anticipated. Gid had expected Akira to perhaps reveal slightly more than the single transformation he had used against Zastin during their mock battle, but he had certainly not expected the human to showcase such a myriad of completely different transformations and abilities. The profound capabilities of that watch were genuinely terrifying, even in the estimation of the mighty King Gid himself.
Suddenly, Queen Rily made an unannounced appearance in the viewing box.
"King Gid, a few private words with your future son-in-law, if you please," Rily stated, her expression remaining entirely serious and composed.
King Gid found himself momentarily taken aback by the suddenness of the Queen's arrival, but he quickly recovered his royal composure and nodded.
"Of course, Queen Rily. Akira, the Queen wishes to have a word with you," Gid relayed.
I was similarly taken by surprise by the Queen's sudden entrance, but I rapidly regained my composure and nodded my assent.
"Queen Rily, what subject do you wish to discuss with me?" I asked with sincere curiosity.
"I wish to extend a proposition to you," Rily declared, her gaze unwavering.
"A proposition? What kind of proposition are you offering?" I inquired.
"I want you to marry me," Rily stated, utterly without preamble or hesitation.
Everyone within the box was immediately taken aback by the Queen's astonishing words, particularly the girls, whose celebratory mood was instantly shattered.
"What? Marry you, Your Majesty?" I asked, my surprise evident in my voice.
"That is precisely correct. Marry me. My current husband is nothing more than a hopeless weakling, and my son is a pathetic excuse for a man. I require a strong husband, a man who is fully capable of providing me with strong and capable offspring, and that man, Akira, is unequivocally you," Rily pronounced with an air of absolute dominance.
"Are you completely serious about this?" I questioned, seeking confirmation.
"Completely. I shall immediately file for divorce from my current husband and formally strip my son of his royal status, banishing him to any insignificant planet. I will marry you, and you, in turn, will become the new King of the Andromeda galaxy," Rily announced, setting out the terms of her proposal.
"Wait. What? Are you truly serious about banishing your own son?" I asked, taken aback by the severity of the action.
"Yes. My Eltorian race holds immense respect for the strong and harbours deep contempt for the weak, and my son has revealed himself to be a pathetic weakling. He no longer deserves my respect, nor does he deserve my affection. You, by profound contrast, are exceptionally strong; you are the dominant man I have been searching for all this time," Rily explained, her gaze now burning with intense, undisguised desire.
I was momentarily stunned by the raw candor of the Queen's words, but I quickly regained my focus and managed a slight smile.
"I am tremendously flattered by your unexpected proposition, Queen Rily, but I am already formally engaged to Lala, Momo, and Nana, and I furthermore have two other fiancées and one girlfriend," I pointed out gently.
"I do not care about those minor details. I will graciously accept all of your fiancées and your girlfriend into my court. I am a Queen; I can legitimately possess multiple husbands, and you, by the same token, can legitimately possess multiple wives. This arrangement will prove to be mutually beneficial for all parties involved," Rily insisted.
"Mutually beneficial? In what specific way?" I asked.
"You will be officially installed as the King of the Andromeda galaxy, and I will be your Queen. Our subsequent marriage will bring about the necessary unification of our two great galaxies, thereby ushering in an era of peace and unprecedented prosperity for both. Furthermore, I will accept your existing wives, and in return, you will provide me with strong and capable offspring. It will be an absolutely perfect political and personal arrangement," Rily outlined.
"Wow, I must admit, that is indeed an exceptionally tempting proposition," I conceded.
"So, what is your final decision? Do you accept the terms of my proposal, Akira?" Rily pressed.
I paused, thinking deeply for a few long seconds. Marrying Queen Rily would instantly mean becoming the recognized King of the Andromeda galaxy, achieving the unification of the two galaxies, and gaining yet another surpassingly beautiful wife. The key drawbacks were her race's harsh customs and the unavoidable fact that she would become another wife, though she readily accepted my current relationships. However, the political and personal benefits far and away outweighed the current drawbacks.
"I accept your proposition, Queen Rily," I declared, sealing the deal with a smile.
Rily smiled widely, her expression radiating immense satisfaction.
"Excellent. You will not regret this momentous decision. Now, let us depart. We have a royal wedding to plan immediately," Rily announced decisively.
Queen Rily then swept out of the viewing box, leaving everyone remaining absolutely stunned and speechless in her wake.
"Akira! Why did you accept her proposal?!" Nana burst out, her voice filled with anger and frustration.
Lala appeared entirely unbothered by the decision, and Momo, surprisingly, seemed visibly excited by the prospect.
"If what the Queen says is true, then so be it. I am of the opinion that marrying Queen Rily represents one of the most advantageous and strategically sound decisions that Akira could possibly make at this juncture," King Gid stated calmly.
"What exactly are you trying to say, King Gid?!" Nana exclaimed, demanding an explanation.
Mikan also wished to inquire why the King held such an opinion, but Kari did not, because thanks to her astonishing intellect, she instantly comprehended the weighty implications of Gid's statement.
"Nana, if Akira proceeds to marry Queen Rily, that single act would immediately lead to the formal unification of the two galaxies, establishing a lasting peace. That is why I firmly believe this marriage would be profoundly important for the overall future of both galaxies," Gid elaborated patiently.
Nana appeared to grasp the political rationale, but she still felt unwilling to accept the personal consequences.
"Naturally, I cannot compel Akira to accept the proposal against his will, but I wholeheartedly recommend that he accept the Queen's invitation and seriously weigh my strategic words. Akira is an intelligent young man and fully understands the implications of my words and the vast consequences that such a marriage would entail," Gid concluded.
"I understand the weight of the matter, and I will think about it very carefully, but I can make no absolute guarantees at this time," I replied, nodding in acknowledgment.
I certainly find the Queen attractive, but one significant problem remains: her culture's customs. It is possible, perhaps even likely, that I will become the strongest man in both galaxies in the future, but what if that is not the case? What if an even stronger challenger emerges? Would Queen Rily simply abandon me for that other, more powerful man? That is why I have to dedicate serious thought to this; it is not a decision that can be taken lightly or impulsively. The decision no longer rests solely on Queen Rily's undisputed beauty, but ultimately, on the question of her unwavering loyalty to me.
"Hmph, I am completely furious! Tonight I will sleep in my room, ABSOLUTELY ALONE!" Nana exclaimed with a final, angry outburst.
Tonight I was supposed to have sex with Nana, but... it seems that this wouldn't happen now.