Damn, I Have to Marry the Strongest Antagonist at the Start? - Chapter 259

Chapter 259: Chapter249-The Last Forbidden Zone
One million fate points!

Universe-tier spells!

Owen had coveted these two things for a long time, and now he finally had a chance to claim them.

Thus, Owen changed his mind and decided to take them to the Demon Abyss.

Seeing Owen’s firm resolve, the Archdemon’s eyes flickered as she scrutinized him from head to toe. Then, as if realizing something, she smiled and said, “Why the sudden agreement? Could it be that you’re interested in my sister?”

Owen rolled his eyes at her. “If you keep talking nonsense, I might just change my mind.”

“Heh, I was just joking. Actually, my sister is quite charming. If you like her, I wouldn’t mind… Alright, your idea makes sense. If we venture into the Abyss together, we can watch each other’s backs.”

“However, the billions of citizens in the Demon Realm need to be ruled. After my sister’s disappearance, those old fogeys won’t let me leave casually—let alone head to a place as dangerous as the Demon Abyss.”

The Archdemon sighed and pursed her lips.

“Owen, that place is just too dangerous. Do you really have to go?”

Madelyn didn’t know what exactly had transpired between Owen and the Archdemon, but just thinking about the Demon Abyss made her scalp tingle.

“If you don’t want to go, you can stay here. I’ll go with the Archdemon alone.”

Owen didn’t press her.

Although Madelyn had the Blood Eye bloodline, she hadn’t fully awakened it yet.

When Madelyn heard that Owen intended to go alone with the Archdemon, she frowned and looked at him suspiciously, especially eyeing the Archdemon.

The way the Archdemon had been about to devour Owen earlier was still fresh in her memory. If the two of them went alone, who knew what might happen between them?

“No! I’ll go with you!”

Madelyn felt it was imperative to act as a third wheel between them.

Owen immediately saw through Madelyn’s intention but didn’t mind. After nodding casually, he turned to the Archdemon.

“If you want to go, tell those old fogeys that I have a solid lead. There’s something in the Demon Abyss that can unseal the Godslayer Staff, and I need your help to unlock it. I’m sure they’ll be very interested in something that once belonged to an ancient Dark God King.”

Owen smiled slyly.

The Archdemon’s eyes brightened upon hearing this. As a resident of the Demon Realm, their reverence for the ancient Dark God King ran deep.

After all, he was a terrifying existence that had once stirred the tides of an entire era. The people of the Demon Realm had always yearned to restore his former glory.

Unfortunately, they were far from his level of strength. But if the Godslayer Staff were fully unsealed, they might just get a glimpse of the ancient Dark God King’s terrifying power!

Those old fogeys were indifferent to most things, but when it came to the Godslayer Staff and the Dark God King, they’d definitely be interested!

“Not bad. Now I have a way to convince them. If there really is something in the Demon Abyss that can unseal the Godslayer Staff, I promise to help you obtain it.”

When she said this, the Archdemon’s expression grew much more serious, losing its usual levity.

Owen nodded. Gaining the Archdemon’s promise was an unexpected bonus. However, the Demon Abyss was vast. The clues from Ymir only indicated that something to unlock the Godslayer Staff was in the Demon Abyss but gave no specifics on its location.

He’d have to put in some effort to find it. With the Archdemon’s assistance, his chances would increase significantly.

“Then hurry up and talk to those old fogeys. We need to set out as soon as possible.”

Madelyn, who was growing impatient, urged the Archdemon.

The Archdemon folded her arms and scoffed, “You’re really an inexperienced little princess. It’s the wedding night right now, you know.”

Madelyn’s face turned awkward.

No matter what, Owen and the Archdemon’s wedding had caused a huge stir, drawing the attention of the entire Demon Realm. If they left on their wedding night, it would surely lead to all sorts of rumors.

“So, go back and rest for now. Tomorrow morning, I’ll speak to those old fossils.”

The Archdemon waved her hand, motioning for Madelyn to leave.

But Madelyn merely sat down beside Owen, clinging to his arm.

“B-Brother-in-law, she’s being mean to me. Can I stay here tonight?”

Owen didn’t mind and simply looked at the Archdemon.

The Archdemon stared at Madelyn angrily. No matter what, tonight was supposed to be her and Owen’s wedding night, a moment meant for just the two of them.

What was this little sister-in-law doing getting in the way?

“Fine, stay wherever you want.”

But she didn’t dwell on such trivial matters. Instead, she seemed to think of something and, with some anticipation, sat down on Owen’s other side, wrapping her arm around his and smiling sweetly.

“By the way, husband, can you take out your Godslayer Staff and show it to me? The weapon of the ancient Dark God King is something every being in the Demon Realm yearns to see.”

The Archdemon’s coquettish demeanor made Owen feel a bit uncomfortable. After all, she was usually so aloof, treating everyone as if they were mere playthings.

After considering for a moment, Owen took out the Godslayer Staff and handed it to the Archdemon.

The dark golden staff radiated an enigmatic glow. Its slender body was flawless, and the crimson gemstone at its core emitted a mesmerizing, dreamlike light.

Seeing this, the Archdemon’s face flushed with excitement, as if she were gazing at her long-cherished treasure. Without thinking, she planted a kiss on Owen’s cheek.

Smack!

Before Owen could fully register the soft sensation, the Archdemon’s entire attention shifted to the Godslayer Staff. She ran her slender fingers gently along its length, a look of utter satisfaction on her face.

Madelyn, seeing this, huffed indignantly. “Brother-in-law, I want to see it too! Let me see it too!”

Owen: “…”

And so, Owen and the Archdemon’s wedding night was spent in a tug-of-war between the two over the right to hold the Godslayer Staff.

The next morning, the Archdemon left the bridal chamber to convince the old council members.

Meanwhile, Owen and Madelyn, attended by the Archdemon’s personal maids, finished their morning preparations.

For some reason, Owen felt that the maids were looking at him with strange expressions, showering him with praises and flirtatious glances.

“The beings of the Demon Realm are truly odd,” he sighed as he sat down at the table, leafing through the documents the maids brought regarding the Demon Abyss.

Madelyn, too, was reading attentively, no longer as manic as she had been last night when competing with the Archdemon for the Godslayer Staff.

“Mr. Owen, the World Tree has undergone a new transformation!”

A somewhat excited voice reached Owen’s ears.

Rachel?!

The World Tree had grown again?

Owen’s heart stirred, and he immediately entered his internal world.

The moment he arrived, his attention was drawn to the World Tree, which had grown to about three meters tall.

The Tree of the World was now much more robust than before, with lush foliage exuding a rich life force that permeated every corner of the small world, filling it with vitality.

Under the influence of this life energy, the once barren world had undergone a genesis-like transformation. A sun now hung high above the World Tree.

Around this sun, countless stars twinkled, casting down cool, silken rays, making the small world feel no longer so monotonous.

With the addition of starlight, Owen noticed that the mana in the world had become purer and more abundant.

Although this was just a preliminary observation, the influx of mana from all directions caused his cells to hum with joy, and the mana within his body grew even more refined.

This indescribable sense of bliss made a broad smile spread across his face.

Standing beside him, Rachel couldn’t help but smile as well.

Feeling the changes within the small world brought her a sense of peace. Coupled with Owen’s heartfelt concern, it was like living in a paradise far from the scheming machinations of the outside world. The bitterness and disappointment from being manipulated by the Melodic Academy gradually dissipated in the presence of Owen’s joy.

“Previously, the world had only a sun. Just now, countless stars appeared, and plants and flowers began to grow. Owen, what do you think this world will eventually become?”

“Will it turn into the fabled ideal homeland?”

Rachel gazed at Owen with hope. Her beautiful eyes, like the myriad stars, shimmered with innocence and a yearning for a beautiful future.

Owen turned his head to look at her and nodded seriously.

“With someone as dedicated as you nurturing it, this world will certainly turn out just as you wish.”