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Vinilana's tone carried a certainty.
Geoticus's expression remained unchanged, only his eyes deepened slightly:
"That Zhou Ye... I've read the information the intelligence department sent me. A human who suddenly appeared, possessing a variety of strange and unpredictable abilities, and accompanied by several human servants with considerable strength. He's definitely not simple."
“Not simple?” Vinilana walked to the huge French window and looked at the eternal twilight of the underworld outside. “It’s more than just not simple. Zhu Nai’s words just now, about friends, inspiration, and opportunities, are most likely related to that Zhou Ye.”
She sighed softly:
"Rias has always been a strong-willed child. For her to say that she can rely on her own strength and to have such determination, Zhou Ye's influence on her is probably deeper than we imagined."
"She wanted to prove herself to him, to prove the destructive magic of the Gremory family, didn't she? I felt that way when I was young too."
Geotix paused for a moment, then spoke:
"what do you mean……"
Vinilana turned around, a shrewd glint in her purple eyes:
"Rias was already resistant to the engagement with Riesel. Now that she has this opportunity, she will naturally seize it. If she wins, everyone will be happy. She can rightfully break off the engagement and also show her value to Zhou Ye."
"Lost..."
Vinilana's lips curled into a cold smile. "It doesn't matter if she loses. At least she tried and fought back. As for the engagement, we'll talk about that later."
Geotix pondered:
"You seem to think highly of Zhou Ye?"
I wouldn't say I'm optimistic about it.
Vinilana shook her head. "But ultimately, Rias's happiness is her own choice. What we can do is remove some unnecessary obstacles for her, and after she makes her choice, assess whether that choice is beneficial or detrimental to the Gremory family."
She walked to Geotix's side, her voice lowered, carrying a hint of barely perceptible seriousness:
“Giotix, the real problem now is…”
"If Rias really has feelings for Zhou Ye, and even wants to... take it a step further."
"You, the head of my Gremory family, are you willing to accept Rias marrying out of the family?"
"Marry someone of unknown origin, with unknown potential, and who happens to be human?"
Geotix stiffened slightly. He didn't answer immediately, his deep gaze fixed on the dusky sky outside the window, remaining silent for a long time.
Chapter 110 The Eager Girl
Geotix paused for a moment, then spoke in a low voice:
"My dear, the pure-blooded demons of the underworld are constantly being decimated by the war; this is an unavoidable reality."
He paced a few steps, his back to Vinilana, gazing out the window at the eternal twilight.
"Although we have replenished our combat strength through the Demon Chess System, in the eyes of those old-timers, these reincarnated demons are still bastards, servants, and not true comrades."
His tone carried a deep sense of helplessness and a hint of barely perceptible weariness.
"If that human named Zhou Ye truly possesses the incredible power they speak of, and if he is willing to clearly stand on the side of the Underworld and face the future enemies alongside us..."
Geotix turned around and looked at Vinilana with a complicated expression.
"Then, those stubborn old folks might turn a blind eye for the sake of the bigger picture. Rias... she must understand that every decision she makes could affect the entire Gremory family, and even the entire Underworld."
Rias is a pure-blooded demon, the next head of the Gremory family, and a representative of the younger generation.
Vinilana gracefully picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and moved with unhurried ease.
"Of course I understand your concerns, darling."
She put down her teacup, making a crisp sound.
"So I think it's time for Sazex to meet that... well, perhaps you could call him his future brother-in-law candidate."
Vinilana's choice of words carried a hint of consideration, as well as a touch of playfulness.
"Let him personally assess who this Zhou Ye is, and whether he is worth the Gremory family, or even the entire Underworld, making an exception for him."
Upon hearing this, Geotix frowned slightly, but did not immediately refute.
Sirzechs Lucifer, the current Demon Lord and Rias's older brother, is someone whose judgment Geotix can trust.
"Alright."
He finally nodded.
“It’s better to let Sazex investigate than to speculate here. But what about Rias…”
When Akeno reappeared in the activity room of the Supernatural Research Department in the old school building, Rias was pacing back and forth anxiously.
Upon seeing Zhu Nai, she immediately went to greet her.
"Zhu Nai, how's it going? The materials... my parents..."
Rias's tone was somewhat urgent, and her long red hair swayed slightly with her movements.
Zhu Nai placed the several heavy storage bags she was carrying on the table, a gentle smile on her face.
"Rias, don't worry, everything is going well."
She paused, looking at Rias's expectant expression, and continued, "Furthermore, I met the master and mistress at the Gremory mansion."
"Mom and dad?"
Rias stopped in her tracks, somewhat surprised.
What...did they say?
Akeno walked to Rias's side, gently squeezed her hand, her voice soft yet full of strength:
"Rias, the master and mistress have said that they fully support you."
"As long as you can defeat Riser Phoenix fairly and squarely in the upcoming ranking games, they will take care of all the troubles, criticisms, and pressures that may arise afterward!"
Rias's body trembled slightly, her beautiful red eyes filled with disbelief.
"Mom and Dad...do you really say that? They really want to..."
She originally thought that her parents would at most tacitly allow her to try, but she didn't expect them to give such a clear promise.
Zhu Nai nodded vigorously, her purple eyes filled with relief.
"Yes, Rias. They say the Gremory family will acknowledge the freedom you earned through your own strength!"
"Moreover..." Zhu Nai's tone carried a hint of speculation.
"I have a feeling that the master and madam are already aware of our contact with Ye. This time, they've given you their utmost support and trust, hoping you can truly rely on your own strength to achieve victory, rather than..."
She didn't finish her sentence, but Rias already understood completely.
Her parents hoped that she could rely on the destructive power of the Gremory family and on her own growth to win this battle.
An unprecedented surge of warmth and fighting spirit instantly filled Rias's chest.
"I understand!"
Rias clenched her fists tightly, the confusion and uncertainty on her face vanishing, replaced by a burning determination.
"Mom and Dad...they believe me!"
She looked at Zhu Nai with intense eyes:
"This is natural!"
"Zhu Nai, go find Zhou Ye now! Tell him to start building the [House of Time and Spirit] immediately!"
"I want to become stronger! I will use my own hands to beat that annoying roast chicken to a pulp! I will show everyone that I, Rias Gremory, am definitely not a weakling who needs to rely on others to achieve victory!"
Rias's voice was resolute and filled with an unquestionable will.
Akeno looked at the spirited Rias and smiled with satisfaction.
"Okay, let's go find Ye now."
Rias turned and walked toward the door, not wanting to waste a moment.
They quickly arrived at Zhou Ye's classroom.
The bell had just rung when Rias and Akeno eagerly walked in.
Rias didn't even knock; she just pushed the door open and entered, her red hair flying, her eyes burning with an urgent flame.
Zhou Ye!
Her voice was loud and urgent as she rushed straight to Zhou Ye's seat.
I've got the materials! Now I can start building the House of Time and Spirit!
Rias braced her hands on Zhou Ye's desk, leaning forward, her whole being exuding an urgent desire to do it immediately.
Zhou Ye looked up at her, his eyebrows slightly raised.
Why the rush? What happened?
Akeno followed behind Rias, and seeing Rias's impatient look, shook her head helplessly.
Rias, please have Ye-kun tidy up his textbooks.
There's no time left! Rias turned and glared at Akeno; every minute and second was precious!
She looked at Zhou Ye again, her gaze so intense that it was hard to look directly at her.
Zhou Ye, my parents said that as long as I can defeat Riesel with my own strength, they will take care of all the troubles that follow!
Do you understand what this means? It means I only have this one chance! If I succeed, I'll be completely free! If I fail...
Her voice trembled slightly, not from fear, but from excitement.
If I fail, I'll marry that awful roast chicken!
Zhou Ye slowly tidied up the textbooks on the table, his movements unhurried and deliberate.
So, you want to cultivate like crazy in the [House of Time and Spirit]?
Correct!
Lia nodded without hesitation.