In the eyes of Loki Familia...
The newly rising Hestia Familia had no power, no influence, and barely any members.
Nine Hell seemed to realize Raven Eltharion was wealthy—but the part about lacking status and power wasn't wrong.
Raven had never imagined that after driving away Apollo Familia—
The next challenger wouldn't be Ishtar Familia, nor Freyja Familia...
But—
Loki Familia.
It was hard to imagine...
If he absorbed their strength—
Just how massive would his faction become?
The Dungeon City no longer needed a "Three Kings" balance.
What he sought—
Was to become the strongest Familia, not create another three-way power split.
The three leaders of Loki Familia each had different goals:
One craved ambition, one sought battle, and one longed for the unknown.
Raven's joining—
Would undoubtedly help them fulfill those dreams.
That was also why Loki Familia chose to initiate a War Game to win him over.
"If Riveria changes allegiance, the other female elves will likely follow, right?"
"Exactly…"
"This battle has to be a clean, resounding victory."
Shaking off the thoughts clouding his mind,
Raven pulled out a magic stone and called out:
"Tod."
"Yes, young master. What are your orders?"
Tod's voice responded quickly from the magic stone, confused but alert.
"Bring in those ten elven beauties we arranged last time. All of them."
"Got it! Right away!"
Tod didn't dare delay—he immediately rushed to carry out the task.
To summon new individuals—
He had to ascend via the Limit Break Passive and reach pseudo-Level 5.
"Don't tell me you're summoning someone stronger than me again?"
Charld, sprawled out on the couch and gorging himself, let out a cackling laugh.
His stomach was like a bottomless pit—never full.
Ever since he'd been summoned, Gluttony had done nothing but eat and drink.
Ragunales's eyes flickered at the words.
Holding a wine glass to her crimson lips, she chuckled lightly:
"Could be. From where I'm standing, you're the weakest one here."
"Hey now—"
"That's kinda harsh, isn't it?"
"I mean, I'm still Lv. 8 now, right?"
Charld had no temper at all, even when being mocked.
Back in the golden age of Zeus Familia and Hera Familia...
It was said:
Lv. 7s were everywhere, and Lv. 6s were practically nobodies.
In their prime, even Lv. 6 adventurers were only good enough to be party supports.
Raven sighed lightly.
"Well, I don't know for sure either…"
"But I doubt she's stronger than Alfia."
From past experience—
He noticed that the first person summoned after every level-up was always the strongest.
Click—
The VIP room's wide doors suddenly swung open.
"Young master, I'm here."
Tod stood at the doorway, gesturing for the ten elf girls to enter.
These delicate elven maidens were all ordinary civilians, not part of any Familia.
Their expressions were emotionless but their features were flawless, with varying hair colors.
Pale, flawless skin, slender frames, and long pointed ears—
All marks of pureblooded high elves.
They looked to be between 14 and 20 years old, each a first-rate beauty.
Gotta admit—
Tod had a good eye.
"Young master, I have something I'd like to report."
"Then come in and say it."
"Yes, sir."
Tod shut the door carefully.
Keeping his eyes from lingering too long on the three powerful figures present,
He swallowed nervously and walked straight to Raven.
"What is it?"
Raven raised an eyebrow, eyeing Tod and his slicked-back brown hair.
This guy better not have messed something up…
Rubbing his hands together, Tod grinned widely and said:
"I recently acquired another absolute stunner."
"Top-tier quality. Completely untouched."
"But she's human. Would you like to take a look?"
"'Absolute stunner'? That good?"
Raven looked at him with suspicion.
"Absolutely," Tod said firmly.
"Alright, bring her in."
Raven's curiosity was piqued.
Tod excitedly pulled out another communication stone:
"Bring the girl over."
"Yes, sir."
A moment later—
The VIP room doors opened once more.
A human girl in a pure white dress stepped inside, gracefully lifting her skirt in greeting.
"Pleased to meet you all. My name is Anakrez."
Anakrez...?
Raven's eyes widened slightly.
Her flawless oval face alone was enough to make anyone pause.
Eyes as blue as the sea, skin smooth like porcelain.
Long, slender legs, as white as jade.
Her jawline and neckline were elegantly curved, with a bust that was just the right size.
From an objective point of view, her appearance straddled the line between a girl and a grown woman.
Compared to the elven girls—
She was even cuter and more charming.
She might even rival a goddess in beauty.
Like the other girls, she also wore a collar around her neck.
"…Truly stunning."
Even Empress Ragunales had to admit—the girl had her charm.
Even Silence Alfia gave her a few extra glances.
As for Gluttony Charld?
He didn't even look once. He was still devouring everything on the table.
That guy…
Was clearly not interested in women.
"Well, young master?"
"With quality like this, I wasn't exaggerating, was I?"
Tod smirked.
"Not bad."
"From now on, she's mine."
Raven nodded in satisfaction.
"Understood."
"Then I'll take my leave for now. Just call if you need anything."
With that—
Tod tactfully exited the room.
"Um… Excuse me. Are you the Heavenly Demon Lord?"
The gentle and graceful Anakrez looked at him with wide, curious eyes.
"Yeah, I am."
Raven replied calmly, still observing her.
Her ash-blonde hair was tied with a golden ribbon.
Her long eyelashes fluttered slightly, her gaze lowered—
That was the kind of expression that could stir any man's instinct to protect.
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ps:Anakrez is not an original character—her appearance can be seen in the top-left of the image for this chapter.
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