Chapter 9: Becoming the Demon King

After laughing for a full half hour under the anxious gaze of Ulysses, Aia finally stopped and, with a face full of smiles, said to Ulysses

"Of course, it belongs to you, my master. How is it? Is the body transformed by the Demon King's book still functioning well? Currently, your physical strength is approximately equivalent to that of a top-tier Level 5 warrior. Moreover, with the influence of Lord Astaroth the Demon King's blood within you, your cultivation will progress by leaps and bounds. I believe you will soon reach Level 6," Aiya responded to Ulysses' inquiry.

"So, can I become a demon king specializing in light magic?" After hesitating for a long time, Euryseus asked Aiya. Since becoming a demon king was already inevitable, Euryseus at least hoped that he would not turn into a bloodthirsty demon king. He believed that if he only practiced light magic, it would be impossible for him to become that kind of evil demon king.

Under the golden sunlight streaming in through the window, Ulysses clearly saw the color of his blood. It was not the bright red that human blood should be, but a dazzling golden hue, akin to the sun. There was no doubt that this blood was not human, nor could it belong to fairies or orcs. In fact, in Ulysses' understanding, there was no creature on the continent that possessed golden blood. The answer in the books was singular: it was the blood of the Demon King, as Aiya had mentioned.

I see, you almost scared me to death. You should have told me about this from the very beginning! Knowing that I wouldn't suddenly turn into a mad demon, Ulysses let out a great sigh of relief

"Do not laugh anymore! Aiya! Hurry and escape! Once you get out, quickly inform the church in Tajicheng to send a high-ranking priest to eliminate me! Otherwise, this world will be doomed. I can already feel the dark magic within me growing stronger, and I fear it will soon consume my consciousness. It will be too late if we wait any longer." Ulysses shouted, his tone filled with an unprecedented urgency. However, this had no effect on Aiya; instead, it only made her laugh even harder. It will be too late if we wait any longer." Ulysses shouted, his tone filled with an unprecedented urgency. However, this had no effect on Aiya; instead, it only made her laugh even harder.

"Is this really my body?" Ulysses looked at his own body, unable to believe that this seemingly not very strong body could unleash the explosive power to strike fifty punches in an instant. Moreover, he had a vague feeling that this was by no means the limit of this body; it harbored greater and stronger power. However, the strength displayed at this moment left Ulysses at a loss. It is important to note that being able to throw fifty punches in an instant already equates to the power of a Level 5 warrior. Before last night, his body was only slightly stronger than that of an average person, not even qualifying as a Level 1 warrior. But the strength exhibited now left Ulysses at a loss. It is important to note that being able to throw fifty punches in an instant already equates to the power of a Level 5 warrior. Before last night, his body was only slightly stronger than that of an average person, not even qualifying as a Level 1 warrior.

Indeed! Ulysses could hardly believe his ears; such good fortune was simply unbelievable

In fact, the meaning of the Demon King in my world differs greatly from that in yours. In your world, the Demon King seems to refer to those who possess immense dark powers and are extremely brutal. However, in my world, the term Demon King simply denotes a powerful being with supreme strength. As long as one possesses sufficient power, regardless of personality or type of power, they will be referred to as a Demon King. Moreover, Lord Astaroth is the most unique among all the Demon Kings; he is almost proficient in all types of skills in that world. Even the light magic that you favor has been deeply studied by him. " Aiya explained to Ulysses.

"Yes, my dear master!" Aiya ignored Ulysses' right hand and directly leaped into his embrace

Ulysses attempted to unleash a flurry of punches with all his might, achieving a speed that exceeded fifty punches per second, a rate he could hardly believe. It is important to note that in his original body, even with the enhancement of acceleration techniques, he could only manage about ten punches per second at most, which is already considered quite impressive among magicians. After all, the combat style of magicians primarily relies on magic, and does not necessitate a strong physique. To his knowledge, many magicians from noble backgrounds lack the stamina to walk three kilometers, relying instead on carriages for transportation. In contrast, Ulysses, having grown up in a village and needing to work to earn a living, possessed a slightly stronger physique than the average person.

"Killing without blinking? Destroying the world? Master, what are you talking about?" As she watched Ulysses ramble on, Aiya was completely bewildered

Then, starting today, let us get along well! Aiya! Since I know I can determine my own future and still have hope of becoming a priestess, Ulysses' aversion to becoming a demon king has diminished considerably. Since there is no way to escape, I will face it calmly. He extended his right hand to Aiya, wanting to shake hands with her as a gesture of goodwill

"Then, is the dark power within me..." Ulysses' voice grew fainter.

Thus, on this morning, Ulysses became a demon king

Haha! Haha! Master... Master, you... heard Ulysses' shout, and instead of fleeing, Aia burst into wild laughter, tears streaming down her face.

Of course, the type of demon lord you wish to become is entirely up to you. Aiya's role is merely to guide you in cultivating the powers of Lord Astaroth as recorded in the Book of Demon Lords. Even if you aspire to become the high priest of the supreme deity of this world, that is also acceptable. Just be careful not to let others discover the color of your blood Aiya replied with a smile

No, please don't! Am I to become a heartless demon from now on? Will this world be destroyed by my hands? Oh, Supreme God! Please send down divine punishment to eliminate this unclean body! In that moment, upon seeing the color of his own blood, Ulysses was filled with despair and began to speak incoherently

Of course it is true, and if you wish to specialize in light magic, there are quite a few advanced spells and items in the Book of the Demon King! Aya's response once again filled Ulysses with delight

Blood of the Demon King! ! '' Ulysses noticed this strange term frequently appearing in Aya's words. Could it be that what flows through his body is no longer human blood? With this question in mind, Ulysses picked up a small fruit knife and made a small cut on his arm

"Indeed, you are merely frightening yourself; there is not a trace of dark power within you." Aya suppressed a laugh as she spoke to Ulysses: "Although you have been chosen by the Book of the Demon King as the heir of Astaroth the Great - Tuh - Sorcerer, your personality will not change because of this; you simply have the identity of a Demon King heir. You are still you, and it is impossible for you to suddenly transform into some world-destroying demon. Furthermore, although the Book of the Demon King has altered your body, it has only modified the basic structure of your body. Therefore, even if you possess the blood of a Demon King, you are still merely a Level 4 Light Mage with the physical body of a Level 5 Warrior. Even if you truly wished to destroy the world, you currently lack the power to do so."

"Master, have you perhaps made a mistake? How could you possess dark power without ever having cultivated the dark arts?" It was only after hearing Aiya's words that Ulysses realized something was amiss. Half an hour had passed, and that 'dark power' had not consumed his consciousness.

I have become the Demon King! The so-called Demon King is nothing but a demon that kills countless humans and destroys everything! That Demon King’s book will surely taint my soul immediately, plunging me into the abyss of darkness. Ah! This is bad! I can already feel the dark power filling my body; it will soon invade my heart, seize my body, and turn me into a demon! Aiya, run away quickly! Otherwise, when I become a demon, I might end up killing you. " Ulysses shouted in terror. I can already feel the dark power filling my body; it will soon invade my heart, seize my body, and turn me into a demon! Aiya, run away quickly! Otherwise, when I become a demon, I might end up killing you. " Ulysses shouted in terror.