Virus King - Chapter 315

Chapter 315: A Self-Assured Astaroth!

TL: YYang

The voice left Chen Bai in a momentary daze.

It felt as though he had returned to Blue Star. However, it was clear that within any social structure, there were two professions that would never disappear.

One was that of an assassin. The other was the profession standing before him now.

Although the words spoken were quite tempting, especially since Chen Bai had heard before that Fallen Angels had a certain unique charm, he simply wasn’t in the mood for such things while in Hell.

He responded directly, “Not interested!”

Closing his eyes again, he began reflecting on the events of the day, frowning as his thoughts swirled.

Suddenly, he felt that his decision in Gimon’s Treasure Hut within Blood Moon City had been a bit too hasty.

Although he didn’t need to fear any scheming or underhanded tricks, and the female devil didn’t seem to have a way to harm him, nor had they signed any contracts, Chen Bai still had a faint feeling that something was off.

The terms and manner of the transaction reminded him of Redo’s dealings.

But Redo knew his identity. Could it be that the female devil also knew who he was?

He found that hard to believe.

And then there was this damn First Embrace Ceremony.

If it weren’t for the sudden appearance of Blood Queen Lilith, he could have directly entered The Path of Life and Death in Hell, obtaining the Authority of Greed naturally and effortlessly.

Instead, he now had to deal with such a troublesome ordeal.

Truth be told, Chen Bai didn’t wish to linger in Hell for too long.

Especially when, relative to his usual strength, he couldn’t fully unleash his abilities here, and his Authority had little use in this environment.

As he allowed his thoughts to wander, a crisp, unrestrained sound of footsteps echoed again.

Chen Bai’s brows furrowed, and a cold killing intent flashed in his eyes.

“Didn’t I say I didn’t need anything!?”

He shot up abruptly, only to be met with a rather unusual figure.

The figure was tall, at least two meters in height. Of course, in Hell, this was a fairly normal stature for devils.

She wore an exceptionally distinctive outfit—a blend of a qipao and a Western noblewoman’s gown. The attire exuded elegance while perfectly accentuating her curvaceous figure.

What caught Chen Bai’s attention the most was her exposed midriff. Her skin was dark—not the fair, smooth complexion typical of most women he had encountered. Yet, her satin-like skin carried a unique allure.

Slender, curved demonic horns adorned her strikingly beautiful face.

From every angle, she was an exceptional beauty—or rather, a stunning demoness.

But Chen Bai’s pupils contracted sharply.

In her hands coiled a serpent-like python.

The snake’s head bore two demonic horns, making it seem less like a serpent and more like a Hell Dragon.

The fearsome creature, oscillating between reality and illusion, radiated a savage aura yet remained docile toward the woman, behaving more like a well-trained pet.

“This is an incredibly powerful devil,” Chen Bai thought with certainty.

His instincts were proven right when the woman examined him from head to toe, nodding in satisfaction.

“Not bad! You’re the little one with human blood participating in the First Embrace Ceremony, correct?”

Human blood? Was that the reason she had sought him out?

Even Satan himself had never mentioned that human bloodlines were such a coveted commodity in Hell.

Weren’t the identities of those entering the First Embrace Ceremony supposed to be strictly protected?

So this was what they meant by protection? What a joke.

Devils—an incorrigibly deceitful race!

While cursing inwardly, Chen Bai maintained a calm demeanor. Eyeing the woman warily, he asked, “Are humans not allowed to participate in the First Embrace Ceremony?”

The female devil pressed a slender finger with a long, dark nail to her lips, a faint smile appearing.

“Naturally, they’re allowed. Her Excellency Lilith is impartial. All flesh-and-blood beings are eligible to become the eternal kin of Her Excellency Lilith, sworn to her loyalty. Humans, of course, are no exception!”

Well, well. What grand ambitions this Blood Queen, this Goddess of the Blood Moon, had!

However, Chen Bai couldn’t fathom why such a formidable devil would seek him out.

Thinking back to the so-called “hotel service” earlier, Chen Bai felt his eyelid twitch involuntarily.

“Little one, the second round of the First Embrace Ceremony is a test of innate talent and combat prowess. Participants are grouped into batches of ten thousand and sent into a Secret Realm for battle. Only the top three in each realm can emerge victorious!”

The female devil before him continued to smile.

Chen Bai’s eyes lit up. “So that’s how it is!”

However, at that very moment, Chen Bai suddenly noticed a drastic shift in the aura of the female devil before him. Although she had already exuded an extraordinary presence earlier, she had never unleashed any palpable pressure.

Now, a terrifying aura emanated from her, as heavy as a mountain, pressing down on Chen Bai so much that he found it difficult to breathe.

“Human, I am Duke Astaroth! I am also the direct overseer of this First Embrace Ceremony. Now, I shall grant you a chance to pledge your loyalty. Kneel, swear upon your soul to serve me for eternity, and use your lowly tongue to serve me. If you please me, I will give you an opportunity!

Not only will your strength increase significantly in a short amount of time, but I will also allow you to select a weaker world for the second round. With my assistance, you will surely stand out from the rest!”

After saying this, the female devil—who was none other than the 29th Demon God of Hell, previously seen by Chen Bai recruiting Hell Warriors at the city gates—looked down at him as though she were a lofty emperor bestowing alms upon a beggar.

Her gaze was condescending, filled with a sense of superiority.

Chen Bai blinked.

What a self-assured female devil!