The demon wolf in front of me seemed to have a fairly high status.

That would be too.

“Are you here? I will guide you to a pre-prepared seat.”

All the staff at the restaurant were bowing down to him.

“It’s a lot of work.”

Demonwolf handing over pockets of something to employees.

I couldn’t confirm what was inside, but I’m guessing it might be money or jewelry.

‘Am I the rich boy?’

However, it did not seem that he would come out with such a low profile simply because he had a lot of money.

This is the demon world.

Because it was a world where strength was the top priority.

“Come on, everybody, sit down.”

At a glance, the seats assigned to us were decorated to the highest standard.

First of all, it was located in the most scenic spot from the seat, and it was a quiet place isolated from other people around.

In addition, the tableware, tables, and surrounding decorations all looked expensive.

“First of all, I should introduce myself. My name is Lian Francis.”

Lian bowed politely.

I felt quite a sense of elegance in that look.

“My name is Raina.”

It was a fake name that I prepared because I decided to change my name as well as changing my appearance.

“Raina, your name is as beautiful as your face.”

“Ahaha, thank you.”

Serenia covered her mouth with her hand and let out a laugh.

Looking at it, I clicked my tongue inwardly.

‘Look what I want.’

Although the appearance has changed, the unique charm is still naturally exuding an atmosphere that bewitches the opponent.

“But the person next to you… .”

A gaze imbued with a little curiosity and vigilance.

“This is my brother.”

I wanted to ask who is your brother, but in this situation, I couldn’t hit the candles by saying that, so I decided to accept it naturally.

“My name is Lane.”

“Ah, you are my brother. Nice to meet you.”

Relief crept across Ryan’s face.

It was a really simple wolf.

‘Then why does he play tricks on Serenia while leaving the same wolf behind?’

Clearly Serenia’s appearance is attractive.

Even if she was inferior to her original appearance, it wasn’t that she wasn’t beautiful.

But that’s the standard of a normal demon.

The opponent is a wolf.

The body is humanoid, but since the face is a wolf, I think it would be difficult to evaluate beauty by the standards of demons.

I’ve never been a demon wolf, so I don’t know, but it’s normal to be attracted to the same demon wolf.

‘What… It’s not that important, though.’

In any case, it was important that the wolf was doing Serenia a favor now to make a deal.

“By the way, did you come to this Ethlon Castle on a trip?”

“Right. I am traveling with my brother.”

“Haha, there are many things to see here, not just food, so you won’t regret it.”

“I’m looking forward to it.”

“Would you like to order first?”

“Maybe?”

The waiting staff brought a menu board, and Serenia naturally started choosing the menu.

“If this is a local specialty, then it must be this. And this too… .”

Serenia skillfully orders.

Seeing Serenia like that, Lian threw an unfamiliar comment.

“you’re right. If you come here, this is definitely a must-try dish. It is as good an eye as a face.”

Does that kind of comment work for wolves?

Serenia skillfully trained Lian.

“Lian-nim is truly amazing. From what I saw earlier, you seem to be quite famous here.”

“Haha, I guess the staff remembers me because I come often.”

“Is the reaction of the staff different than that?”

“Oops, I got it. Actually, my father is the butler of Duke Ethlon’s castle.”

“Wow, Duke Ethlon is the ruler of this region, right? Great.”

Serenia with a look of sincere admiration.

Looking at the bright eyes and excited voice, anyone can mistake it for the real thing.

But I knew it was all acting.

That would be too.

‘That guy isn’t the son of a duke, and he’s not in a position to admire a butler’s son.’

Right now, the only people who can claim to have a higher status than her are the descendants of the Great Demon King, including me.

And he was the one who jumped at me even though he knew my identity in the first place, and it was difficult to get her attention only with my status or background.

However, from the point of view of Lian, who has no way of knowing that fact, she has no choice but to give in to her reaction.

“Haha, the duke has a lot of trust in his father.”

“Wow, I envy you, the trust of the Duke!”

As I watched from the side, I was so full of energy that I couldn’t speak.

But there was no reason to intervene, so I decided to watch quietly.

“Actually, from the first time I saw Reina-sama… .”

“I did too. Something… .”

“ha ha ha… .”

“Ho-ho-ho… .”

The two focus on their conversation while leaving me alone.

Erina was extracting various information from Lian, who was blinded by women.

“This is the food you ordered.”

In the meantime, the food started to come out one after another, and the conversation stopped for a while.

“Let’s continue our conversation over dinner.”

“I see.”

The food was definitely delicious.

It wasn’t that Demonic’s restaurant was of a low standard, but it definitely tasted different from normal food, perhaps because it was made with local specialties.

so the meal is over.

“It is really delicious. I don’t think the choice I made here today was wrong.”

“Haha, I’m glad you were satisfied.”

“Thank you for today. Thanks to you, I was able to have a good time.”

Serenia tries to leave after thanking her.

Looking at Serenia, Lian hurriedly said,

“Do you intend to stay in this estate forever?”

“Well… Probably for a few days.”

“Then may I guide you?”

“Guidance?”

Serenia tilts her head with an innocent expression.

Just by looking at his face, he seemed unaware of anything.

However.

‘Hey… There is no such thing as a real nine-tailed fox.’

Gumihos and succubuses are similar, so you might think there is no difference.

“This manor is very large. And there is so much to see. If you don’t have the right guide, you won’t enjoy half of it.”

“But I’m sorry… .”

It’s a lie.

Because I was never the kind of person to feel sorry for.

However, just by looking at his expression, he said, “I’m sorry, I’m about to die.”

Of course, Lian was properly fooled.

“no. Because this is also related. And I like walking around the estate, so that’s okay.”

“then… In spite of shame, can I take care of you a little longer?”

“Sure.”

“I’m in trouble because I have a place to stop by today… It would be nice to meet you here for lunch tomorrow. Is that okay?”

“Tomorrow? of course. I also need to prepare for proper guidance, so I think it will take about a day.”

“I was served a meal today, so I will serve it tomorrow.”

“I will not decline.”

Lian answered with a brightened face.

“Then I’ll see you tomorrow.”

After making an appointment, Serenia and I left the restaurant.

Serenia let out a big sigh after coming out.

“Ha, it’s tiring dealing with stupid people.”

“For something like that, it seemed like they were excited to play.”

“What… Because it’s fun. I think it might be helpful.”

When I heard it, it was a little strange.

In what way is it helpful?

It was nice to have a comfortable meal, but it had absolutely nothing to do with this quest.

‘Come to think of it, I didn’t know what the exact contents of the quest were.’

After receiving Serenia’s request, he moved quickly, so he couldn’t even check properly.

I’m sure I’ve heard that I need to find something, but I don’t know what it is.

“I thought the quest was to find something. what is that thing?”

“Oh, I didn’t tell you. The item I need to find is a gem called Red Wolf’s Tooth.”

“The teeth of the red wolf… .”

It doesn’t seem easy to find jewels in this vast castle.

I had to figure out roughly where I was so I could make a plan.

“It must be urgent to check the location of the jewel.”

“Oh, don’t worry about that. I knew the location from the beginning.”

“okay?”

If you know the location, the quest will be much easier.

“Where is it?”

“Where the jewels are… .”

Serenia raised her finger and pointed somewhere.

“Well?”

It was the tallest and most splendid building in this manor.

A castle that can be seen from anywhere.

“Here?”

“Right. It is the castle of the Duke of Ethlon.”

“Right. Castle of the Duke of Ethlon… What?”

I think I just heard something strange.

I checked again just in case.

“Did you say that right there is Duke Ethlon’s castle?”

“yes.”

“Didn’t I say Duke Ethlon is the ruler of this place?”

“Right.”

“Is that where the jewel we need to find is?”

“Yes.”

Serenia nodded with a bright face.

haha.

Should I just throw it away and go?

* * *

I was at a loss for words at such absurd words.

‘Now I understand.’

The reason she said the difficulty was high.

In fact, it wouldn’t be that difficult if it was simply to find something in the territory of a clan with whom one had a bad relationship.

The problem was where the thing was.

‘The Demonwolf Clan on a bad rapport. In addition, to retrieve the goods from the castle where the head of the clan is located?’

Looking at it roughly, it was a size comparable to the Demonic.

No, maybe even wider.

In addition, unlike the Demonic, which has relatively fewer people compared to its size, the duke’s castle would have a huge number of people living in it.

Even if you were lucky enough to find the item, it was a problem.

Will I be able to bring it out quietly?

Besides, even if you leave the duke’s castle, you won’t feel safe until you leave the territory.

‘I think this will be more difficult than I thought.’

I frowned at Serenia, who was still smiling.

“I don’t think I can afford to laugh like that.”

“I know. Normally, it wouldn’t be easy. I was also worried about how to get in.”

It was a question of whether I could get in before looking for things.

If it was the duke’s castle, those who had not been identified would not be able to come in and out.

It’s not easy to sneak in either.

It was because there was a high possibility that the security was being done tightly.

“It’s been a headache.”

At my words, Serenia blinked and said.

“What are you talking about? You know, the key rolled in.”

“A key? ah… .”

It was then that I remembered an encounter that had happened earlier.

A wolf who had fallen for Serenia and talked excitedly.

‘I’m sure the head of the duke’s family is the father.’

It would be easy to enter the castle if you use the guy’s connections.

Maybe they even know the whereabouts of things.

‘Should I call this luck?’

The person I met by chance at a restaurant showed interest in Serenia just in time, and is it related to a place I must enter?

It was hard to happen unless you had some luck.

“So what are you going to do?”

“First of all, I’ll try to coax him out by hanging out with him in moderation tomorrow.”

“What… It’s your specialty, so you’ll do well on your own.”

“Absolutely. It is easy for me to roast and boil such a young bird.”

If you can’t get it right, you can use even charm.

Thinking of Lian, who was being seduced by Serenia, made me feel a little pity.

“Now that the sun is starting to set, I think I need to find a lodging first.”

“I guess so. I am a little tired.”

“What do you mean you are tired?”

“Do you think it would be easy to hang out with him? You didn’t say anything, so I don’t know.”

I ignored the grumbling Serenia and moved on.

“By the way, it’s just one room, right? I don’t think there’s any reason to take two.”

Serenia smiled strangely.

It was a smile that reminded me of the first time we met.

He still hadn’t given up, and he was playing the trick he wanted.

“If you’re thinking of sleeping outside, that’s okay.”

“Sheesh!”

Serenia pouting at my words.

I thought he might have become a little calmer, but he doesn’t seem to be a normal guy after all.

‘If I hadn’t defeated this guy, I’d be pretty tired.’

That’s how the day at Ethlon Mansion came to an end.