My Beautiful Duchess Wife

"This is..." Burs was the first to react. A sword radiating light could only be forged by a master blacksmith. Moreover, it wouldn't work without the right materials.

Lin Peng picked up his longsword, which was about 1.5 meters long, and laughed heartily: "A few days ago, I suddenly ran into a master blacksmith. He saw that my longsword wasn't very good, so he had it modified. As a result, it became an enchanted and glowing longsword. I don't know how it happened!"

Immediately, everyone in the banquet hall felt a twitch in their face. This guy was clearly showing off. And no one had ever shown off like this before.

Meanwhile, Collison, for some unknown reason, suddenly seemed to lose all sense of rage. He raised his longsword and thrust it towards Lin Peng.

The speed was undeniably fast, and it possessed a magical effect akin to lightning.

Unfortunately, under Lin Peng's longsword, this supposedly superior weapon was like a piece of scrap metal. Before the lightning even seemed to have been unleashed, the enchanted enhancements on Lin Peng's entire body became immediately apparent.

He was like a god of fire descending to earth, achieving this without even using the power of flames. And the fire sword emitting a red glow was like a true divine weapon of fire.

"Fiery Slash!" Lin Peng shouted, and to everyone's surprise, a huge burst of flame appeared. Instantly, with a clatter, Collison's longsword fell to the ground, and a streak of blood appeared on his chest.

His original aristocratic robes seemed to have been burned away completely. He was now utterly naked. However, his once fair skin now appeared exceptionally charred. Apart from his golden hair, there was nothing left on his body.

"Uh..." Lin Peng was taken aback. He hadn't expected the sword to be so powerful. However, to be honest, this sword was the one he was most proud of when he forged it.

However, it cannot compare to the dagger given by the gentle woman.

Now, true silence reigned. Such powerful weaponry made Bors somewhat envious. This guy seems to have incredibly good luck.

No, that's definitely not what he said. If it were true that every blacksmith he randomly encountered was a master, then he would truly be the chosen one of Lady Luck.

Absolutely impossible; this is something that could never happen.

Boers repeated these words over and over, then thought to himself: According to the intelligence, it seems there's a Grandmaster of Alchemy in Darkmoon City. And the Grandmaster of Array Formation also seems to be from this city. So… wait, could there be three Grandmasters in this city?

For a moment, Boers was unsure of what to do.

Collison seemed to wake up suddenly, let out a shout, and fled towards the door like the wind. Today, he had truly lost face completely.

Among them, several noble ladies and young women began to discuss Collison's assets. Some said they were alright, while others remarked that they were too small!

Lin Peng couldn't stand it anymore. He shook his head helplessly, then sheathed his longsword and laughed, "Gentlemen, I have many more Grandmaster-level longswords like this, enchanted with magic. Of course, they're still slightly inferior to this one. But we people of Darkmoon City are very generous. Haha... For the next month, there will be an auction every ten days at Brooke's shop. If you're interested, you can go and talk to Brooke!"

Immediately, all the men in the hall, including the demons with some strength, became excited. Brook, in particular, was almost driven to ecstasy.

To act as your own agent? That would require a tremendous amount of fame. Perhaps after a few auctions, everyone would recognize your shop. Perhaps, you could even break free from the family and establish your own chamber of commerce without much difficulty.

For a moment, Brooke had an urge to run and kiss Lin Peng. All the nobles, big and small, had bloodshot eyes. They absolutely had to get their hands on a magic sword!

That kind of master-level technique, you could tell just by watching Lin Peng use it. It could definitely boost one's strength by one level, no, two levels...

Even those from the capital city were immediately envious of such a thing. They all secretly resolved to inform their families as quickly as possible.

I absolutely must get one at the auction.

……

The news that Brooke's shop was going to auction off a master-level magical weapon had already enveloped the entire Dark Empire, much like the current Red Moon.

Meanwhile, Brooke's appointments suddenly increased. It seemed even the minor nobles were trying to curry favor with him. Of course, all of this was based on Lin Peng's influence.

The night was eerie, so quiet it evoked thoughts of something forbidden.

One magical letter after another was sent out, and magical packages were frantically transported to all corners of the land by the merchants. Meanwhile, Brooke Shop once again made a public announcement.

Due to the size of the venue, a new auction house will be built. Furthermore, the auction will be delayed for two months. This gives those who want to obtain magical equipment much more time.

Meanwhile, another message was released.

It is said that due to the delay, Brook Shop—no, now Brook Auction House—will auction off a bottle of Demon Emperor's Heart during the auction.

This news once again caused a stir throughout the entire Dark Empire. The Heart of the Demon Emperor—that was a true grandmaster-level alchemist!

Could it be that Darkmoon City truly possesses, as everyone imagines, a master potion maker and a master blacksmith?

Looking at the intelligence report in his hand, Burs's eyes burned with desire. In particular, the bottle of Demon Emperor's Heart greatly tempted him. He was about to break through and advance to the Great Demon King realm.

If I stabilize my strength a little and drink this potion, I might be able to advance to the Demon Emperor level immediately.

In less than ten years, I might become a peak-level Demon Emperor.

Glancing at Harix, who had been standing beside him, Bouls paused for a moment before saying, "This potion is the most important. However, the news has already been released. If there's a sudden announcement, perhaps..."

Harlex knew that he might really become a public enemy.

No matter how powerful they are, they can't withstand an attack from so many people. Especially if their allies also get involved, then they'll really suffer a huge loss.

Harix shook his head slightly, sighed, and laughed, "Young Master, you're confused. Do you think Lin Peng would still have such potions and magical weapons?"

Boers' eyes lit up instantly. He was genuinely anxious, which was why he hadn't been as thorough as he'd imagined. Now, after thinking about it, he burst into laughter: "Tomorrow, I'll immediately ask Lin Peng out! Hahaha..."

Chapter Two: Forcible Abduction of Women

Early in the morning, as the crimson moon rose, the world, bathed in such light, suddenly burst with life in the Demon Realm. Although it was late autumn, the flowers and grasses still bloomed tenaciously, giving Darkmoon City a feeling of spring.

At the highest point of Darkmoon City, the clock tower still sways. It is said that this magic clock was the work of a grandmaster alchemist a thousand years ago, and like the magic lamp, it has become one of the most useful things in this world.

Boles and Lin Peng sat in a small coffee shop, watching the swaying clock tower. Lin Peng suddenly sighed, "I really can't understand why such a thing would happen to people from the Demon Realm. A single potion and a magic sword have driven so many of my fellow demons mad! Heh heh heh..."

Seeing Lin Peng's somewhat boastful expression, Collison's lips twitched slightly. Really showing off? Don't you really know the true value of your magical swords and potions?

Shaking his head helplessly, Boers smiled faintly: "Then, Brother Lin Peng, could you give me these things that you don't think are very good?"

The wording was already quite tactful, and Lin Peng naturally understood what Buls meant. In fact, Lin Peng had guessed it from the very beginning. Buls was currently a peak-level Demon King, and perhaps, within a year or two, he would break through. If, after breaking through to the Great Demon King realm, he stabilized for two or three years and drank the potion of the Demon Emperor's Heart, then…

Needless to say, within ten years, he will definitely be able to advance to the level of a Demon Emperor.

Although Bors looks young, he's at least twenty-five. That means he's a master who can advance to the Demon Emperor level before he turns 40.

Even in a place like the capital city where experts abound, he is an absolute genius.

By then, that position would be firmly in his hands. Lin Peng understood this plan perfectly well. Unfortunately, he was the prime minister's son and couldn't let others benefit from it so easily.

"The Heart of the Demon Emperor? Heh, Young Master Burs, to be honest, with your current strength as a peak Demon King, there's absolutely no need for such a potion!"

Lin Peng took a small sip of coffee and said with a smile.

Boers' face remained expressionless as he smiled in the same way: "Just because you don't need it now doesn't mean you won't need it later. Lin Peng, are you worried? I am the Prime Minister's son, and right now, Darkmoon City is the Prime Minister's enemy. You... don't want me to gain power. Are you afraid?"

There weren't many people in the coffee shop. In the Demon Realm, such relaxing places aren't very popular. Most people prefer to go out and indulge in revelry.

However, it was impossible for the two negotiators to go to such a place.

"Fear? Heh, I'm now the Great Demon King. Perhaps, it won't be long before I break through again. Besides, these potions are mine; I can have as many as I want. Do you think I'd be afraid? And another thing, Burs, the Prime Minister, is nothing but a piece of trash in my eyes. I'd really like to see the man known as the First General. Hahaha... Farewell. If you really need anything, you'd better show some sincerity!"

As he spoke, Lin Peng stood up and walked towards the door.

Boers rested his chin on his hands, looking thoughtful. Today was just a test. However, this test showed that Lin Peng was not someone who liked special power or anything like that.

If he had agreed just now, it might have been because he was after his father's power. Perhaps we could have tried to win him over, but now it's clear he doesn't care about that at all!

Thinking of this, Boers frowned slightly. What he feared most was someone so stubborn and unyielding.

After leaving the coffee shop, Lin Peng headed towards the palace. The streets were packed with people. And surprisingly, most of them weren't locals.

It is quite obvious that hotels and other accommodations are already overcrowded.

Some people are just there for the fun of it.

Of course, the vast majority are there for genuine competition. After all, the allure of top-tier magical weapons combined with top-tier potions is undeniably immense.

Nadas was currently on duty, and the past few days had truly kept him extremely busy. Even a Demon King-level expert was now somewhat exhausted.

Before him stood a man who looked like some young master, staring at him with disdain. Nadas felt a pang of discomfort. These days, the people appearing in Darkmoon City were either lone wolves, the reckless type, or some kind of powerful young master with a background that terrified even demons.

Therefore, the security situation here is unimaginably difficult to manage. However, since he's set his sights on Angelina, it's just his bad luck.

Angelina stared coldly at the young man. Originally, she had come to buy some things with Nadas. But then she remembered she hadn't finished delivering something, so she rushed out and ran into Nadas, who was having some kind of entanglement with this young man.

I didn't want to fight, but I ran into this. This young master actually wants me to be his concubine.

The young master chuckled coldly, looking at Angelina: "Little beauty, you'd better just give in to me. If you resist, I'm really going to force myself on you!"

His flirtatious manner disgusted Angelina. She floated up into the air, looking down at the young man with a haughty air: "You think you can take me?!"

This scene surprised the young master for a moment. After all, as a relatively traditional demon, he had always believed that only a master at the level of a Demon Emperor could truly fly.

However, judging from this little girl's appearance, she is definitely not at the level of a Demon Emperor.

Behind him stood an extremely burly demon, a peak-level Demon King. After a cold laugh, he slowly stepped forward, looking at Angelina floating in mid-air: "It's some kind of talent, isn't it?"

As he spoke, demonic flames erupted from his entire body. The fiery red flames shimmered like streams of air around him. He let out a cold snort and was about to leap up when Angelina suddenly waved her small hand, unleashing a force as powerful as the pressure of heaven and earth, which slammed directly into the Demon King.

With a deafening roar, even a Demon King-level expert could only crash heavily to the ground, creating a massive crater. A single move had instantly killed a Demon King-level expert.

This scene, witnessed by the young master, almost made him turn and run away. However, remembering that there were two powerful experts at the level of Great Demon Kings standing behind him, he suddenly regained some courage.

At most, he's just a powerful expert at the level of a Great Demon King. The young master sneered, signaling the two experts behind him to rush forward and kill the little girl.

Now, it's not as simple as just forcibly taking it. Nadas snorted coldly, and slowly drew the battle sword that glowed red with a fiery aura.

The aura of the flames caused the surrounding area to slowly heat up. The onlookers were immediately alarmed. Such a weapon was at least a top-tier magic sword. Such a sword would at least double the attack power of this demon-king level soldier.

As if responding to the onlookers' words, Nadas slammed his fist into the ground, releasing a scorching heat. At the same time, flames erupted from the entire battle blade.

The raging flames seemed capable of devouring a person. Slowly, they began to extend, transforming into a flaming battle blade three or four meters long. This scene, witnessed by the two great demon kings, evoked a look of greed in both of them.

After letting out a cold laugh, he charged straight at Nadas.

The two powerful demon-level experts both seemed to be agile. In an instant, they appeared in front of Nadas, throwing a punch. Nadas didn't have time to react, but the longsword instantly burst into a dazzling flame.

boom……

The flames exploded in an instant, blasting both demon kings away. Then, Nadas laughed loudly and swung his battle sword at one of the demon kings.

The brilliant flames suddenly swept past like the wind. However, being a Demon King-level expert, who was already a level above Nadas, he naturally dodged it.

However, after exchanging a glance, the two great demon kings both nodded. Such a battle sword was utterly unworthy of a demon king's wield. This kind of battle sword was meant for themselves.

Thinking this to himself, a strange smile crept onto his lips.

The two charged at Nadas once more. However, halfway there, a scream suddenly rang out!

The piercing scream startled the other demon king, who paused for a moment before seeing a man clad entirely in black robes. He wasn't very tall, but he was quite handsome. Or rather, rather weak. Yet, he was carrying a lifeless, peak-level demon king in his arms.

At this moment, the demon-level expert who had been smashed into the crater also crawled out. He seemed unharmed. However, upon seeing Lin Peng carrying one of his own men, he charged towards Lin Peng without hesitation. This was exactly what the other great demon king had hoped for.

After all, this is just a sneak attack; who knows the man's true strength?

Lin Peng sneered and flung the corpse from his hand. As if in a flash, everyone's eyes widened and Lin Peng vanished.