S-Class Dungeon's Mistress

Chapter 119

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Tiiingggg-

There was a sharp ringing in her ears. Adelaide stared at the blood pooling on the floor as if time had stopped.

She couldn’t understand. Why was Pia, who had done nothing wrong, lying down like that? Why should she be attacked just because she was a harpy who couldn’t see with her eyes because she was unfairly attacked by Shavarma? She wanted to believe that the reality in front of her was a lie.

However, no matter how much she denied it, the reality did not change. Abaddon even shook his hand that came in contact with Pia as if it was dirty. When she saw that scene, her anger surged to the top of her head. She couldn’t stand it any longer. She wanted to kill that b*****d right away, whether he was an enemy or not.

As she was about to lose her temper, something soft covered Adelaide’s foot. As she lowered her gaze, she saw white hands. Pia carefully extended her finger and wrote on the instep of her foot.

‘I’m okay.’

As soon as she grasped her meaning, strength drained from her body. Relief surged like a wave. Caladium held Adelaide tightly as her legs staggered helplessly.

‘Caladium did it…!’

Caladium had clearly done something. Otherwise, the weak Pia would not have survived Abaddon’s attack. Just like earlier, it seemed that a defensive barrier was quickly made. However, since the situation was urgent and the opponent was formidable, he must not have been able to completely protect her from being hurt.

“If there was something as disgusting as this, you should have told me ahead of time. It’s unpleasant.”

It was only after confirming that Pia was alive could she properly hear Abaddon’s words. He seemed to be sure that Adelaide was referring to Pia when Adelaide said, “In the eyes of the noble Abaddon, it might be something disgusting.” 

She was appalled by how insulting that idea was.

As a demon who had adapted early on to the concept of the strong against the weak, Adelaide knew very well what to say. She would dare bow her head and apologize for making Abaddon uncomfortable. Getting out of this situation first then checking Pia after he leaves was the most realistic measure. Nothing good would come out of being hated by him.

However, as the dungeon master who promised the happiness of her demons, she knew the right thing she had to say.

Adelaide slowly straightened her back and lifted her head. She had always bowed down in terror, but now her anger outweighed her fear. Soon, she met his gaze with calm eyes.

“Do not touch my demons.”

It was a firm voice. Caladium’s eyes, as he stood next to her, quivered in shock.

Abaddon’s eyes lit up at her fierce and arrogant words. His white eyes glared at her. His strong aura was so thick that it was hard to breathe, and her neck felt suffocated. But Adelaide did not avoid his gaze. She remained standing upright. The energy, as if it was sharply slashing at her, was difficult to endure, however, thanks to always being surrounded by two devils and a warrior, she was able to withstand it.

She would be lying if she said that she wasn’t afraid that the furious Abaddon would attack her. She hated him and she feared that Greenville’s future would be bleak. But Pia was the sweetest and kindest person she knew. She didn’t care whether she was once of the heavenly race or not. How could she join him in saying such a person was disgusting, even if they were empty words? No matter how scary he was, she couldn’t do that. Adelaide clenched her teeth and swallowed her fear.

Smirk. Abaddon revealed a mocking smile.

“You’re quite spicy.”

He had actually been wondering what kind of charm the succubus used to entice the devil. He smiled and continued.

“It’s fun seeing your leg shaking while saying you’re going to protect your people, so I’ll let it slide just once.”

Adelaide’s body shivered. She tried to endure it, but her legs must have been shaking without realizing it. It was something that her efforts alone could not solve. Adelaide clenched her fist in shame.

“But if you show insolence one more time… I’ll slice your head off right away.”

Abaddon slowly reached his hand towards her neck. Adelaide was frozen and couldn’t move. But before his hand could reach her, Caladium blocked him. Caladium raised his eyes ferociously, and muttered.

“Stop that. Why don’t you leave now?”

“Are you that free?” He added.

“Yeah, I’m sure the Demon King will be looking for me soon too.”

Abaddon smirked and turned without hesitation towards the portal. She was worried that he might find more faults, but this time he didn’t stop and it seemed like he really wanted to go.

“See you again pu**y.”

In the end, he still left a dirty greeting and disappeared beyond the portal.

As soon as Adelaide confirmed that Abaddon had completely left, she hurriedly checked Pia’s condition.

“Pia! Are you okay? Blood…!”

“I’m okay, Adelaide. Caladium quickly created a protective barrier, so I didn’t get hurt too much. As you can see, there are only a few bruises and my head was just torn a bit.”

Pia also stood up as if she had been waiting and stopped the bleeding wound with a cloth. It looked really good to see her moving casually. Adelaide sighed in relief after checking the wound and helping her with the treatment. Although her head was torn and was bleeding profusely, it was not a major injury. However, it was too early for her to relax yet. There was one more patient left to look after.

“Lupin, what’s with Lupin’s arm…!”

“It’s nothing.”

Lupinus, who was lying down like a test subject, broke free from the wire that tied him up as lightly as a thread, spit out the gag he was biting, and answered. Then, without blinking an eye, he pulled out the large needle in his arm. Naturally, blood splattered.

“I did it myself, so don’t worry.”

“It’ll heal soon anyway once I return to my half-demon form.” He skillfully treated the wound with a disinfectant nearby. 

Hearing what Adelaide was saying from the infirmary, he immediately pierced his arm with a needle.

“Lupin, go to Mediar. You have to go and recover, so that you can turn back to a half-demon or whatever. You’re human now so your body won’t even respond to Pia’s healing…”

Adelaide said as she carefully applied medicine to the sterilized wound. The wound that looked like it had been pierced looked painful just by looking at it. 

Evil b*****d. Crazy as***le. She continued to mumble her curses, which she could not do in front of Abaddon. She was so heartbroken and angry. Hot tears welled up in her eyes.

“Yes, I got it. I’m really fine, so don’t cry.”

Lupinus said with a puzzled face. He was surprised to see her crying. It was a pity that he had to skip his turn, but he was not st**id enough to insist on being stubborn in such a situation. No, he would give up his turn and everything else just so that Adelaide wouldn’t cry.

“Adela. It’s my fault. Don’t cry, okay?”

“No, I’m not crying.”

He was anxious and tried to appease her. Adelaide shook her head. She wasn’t really crying. But she did have a pitiful face, as if she would burst into tears just by him stroking her.

It wasn’t Lupinus’ fault. It was her fault for being weak.

She thought she was no longer weak to endure injustices. She thought that since the dungeon had become a C-Class, and there were strong and kind demons around, she would no longer live being beaten in the future. But it was all an illusion. As long as she had yet to climb the top of the pyramid or destroy the pyramid itself, these injustices will last forever.

“Caladi, are you injured?”

She asked, sniffling. For some reason, Caladium was too quiet. If it was the original him, it would be normal for him to run his mouth much louder than her.

“… I’m okay. Take a look at your body. You were hurt earlier.”

“Adelaide, are you hurt?”

“Where are you?” Pia, who was startled from hearing Caladium’s words, approached. 

Then, before she could hear her answer, she reached out and poured out her healing powers. The way she cared for Adelaide more than her body was so like Pia.

Adelaide was concerned about Caladium’s subtle sullen reaction but she decided that he was simply offended by Abaddon. If she had looked into his eyes, she would have realized the seriousness. She was too busy looking after the wounded.

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It had been an hour since Lisianthus returned. He looked for Adelaide with a serious face as soon as he crossed the portal. After confirming that she was safe, his face improved. It seems that he saw traces of Abaddon outside the portal.

“I’m sorry, Master. I came too late.”

Lisianthus hugged Adelaide and apologized. And Adelaide, who had barely shed tears until then, burst into tears as soon as he held her in his arms. She didn’t know if it was because she was relieved to smell Lisianthus’ scent, or if it was because his arms were warm, but seeing him definitely made her feel relieved.

“No, if Lisian had come earlier, hic, it might have been more dangerous.”

Adelaide said while sobbing. Since there were no other demons, her tears flowed more freely. It was the same with the true feelings she had been holding down.

“Lisian, I can’t take it… I’m tired of being weak, euk.”

“I hate not being able to protect my precious people. I don’t want to be helpless.” She muttered. 

Instead of giving hasty advice, Lisianthus patted her on the back and quietly listened to her.

“I will become stronger.”

Adelaide grabbed his collar and said.

“I will become very strong, and one day I will definitely pay them back…”

“Even if it takes tens or hundreds of years.” A strong desire for revenge began to burn in her eyes.

She wanted revenge on the demon king’s right hand. It was as unrealistic as saying that she wanted to become the Demon King. But Lisianthus answered in a soft voice.

“Yes. I will help you.”

Unlike the sweet hand that was stroking her, the anger that was revealed on his face was unusual. He looked like he was going to attack the Demon King himself right at that instant.

At that moment, the gazes of Lisianthus and Caladium, who were standing at a distance, met. When Lisianthus glared at him sharply, Caladium quickly averted his gaze. Then he suddenly crossed the inner portal and disappeared.

10 minutes later. The Skeleton Captain came to the first living space in a hurry.

“Adelaide! Caladium suddenly left!”

With very alarming news.