"Alright, I agree."
When Shane spoke those heartfelt words, the atmosphere on-site didn't improve much as a result.
Although Ai Yi showed a satisfied expression, as if saying, "You know what's good for you," the expressions of the other demons varied widely.
Sera wasn't surprised at all, yet she showed a slightly sour expression.
Her look was as if lamenting that her cabbage had ultimately been uprooted by a pig.
Lide was also reflecting on it.
After all, the six demon sisters have been together for over ten thousand years, always single nobles, never considering marriage.
The reasons were simple.
Firstly, as naturally transcendent demons, strong enough to outshine two of the Three Great Goddesses of the Divine Race, they never felt they needed another half.
Secondly, the beings capable of standing at the pinnacle of this world are mostly female, only the Hero appears as male, and the Hero happens to be their nemesis. It's already good if they don't try to completely obliterate them; how could they possibly find them attractive?
In a nutshell, the demons believed there wasn't any man in this world deserving of them.
Ultimately, it boiled down to the fact that they looked down on, didn't meet the eye, and had no interest in men from other clans or even their own clan.
As a result, today, within the six demon sisters, someone finally got a man, and that person happens to be the youngest sister.
This feeling...
What can I say?
Just that it's very complicated.
Of course, if Sera knew what Lide was thinking, she would definitely grouse inwardly.
"I also have a man, and it's the same one that my sister getting married will have."
It's just so thrilling.
As for Milu, she probably hasn't grasped the "seriousness" of this matter, merely sitting on Shane's lap, whispering with Lilith, who is closest to her, as if playing around.
Well, they're still kids, too early to join such discussions.
Regarding Camina, she just remained silent, very calm, not knowing what she was thinking.
In such a scenario, Sera's gaze swept over the sisters present.
"Since the parties involved have already agreed, sisters, are your opinions still the same as last time?"
Previously, when Shane wasn't present, after Sera had just proposed to let Shane and Ai Yi form a marital agreement, everyone present expressed different opinions.
Lide was in favor, thinking Shane and Ai Yi had already developed feelings and might as well go with the flow and bring them together.
Camina was against it, partly because she hadn't met Shane and couldn't support marrying off her dearest sister instantly; also because Shane was the Hero and unlike Sera, etc., she wasn't well-acquainted with Shane's peculiarity and held a long-term animosity towards Heroes, plus she was displeased with Ai Yi's rebellion.
Milu passively abstained and wasn't included in the opinions.
Chafne neither supported nor opposed, stating a desire to meet Shane first and observe his capabilities.
Given this, the feedback on this matter during the last meeting was two votes in favor, one against, one abstention, one undecided, with Ai Yi maintaining a neutral attitude; the announcement was made externally, but the matter wasn't completely settled.
Today, Sera aimed to reorganize the opinions among the sisters here.
"As the proposer, naturally I wouldn't oppose, even if I seem to regret it a bit now..."
Sera said this, adding a low whisper thereafter.
"I am still in favor." Lide immediately nodded and said, "Since both Shane and Ai Yi agree, I think we sisters shouldn't oppose either."
This was a notion Lide had consistently held.
It can be well imagined that this Beast Demon was indeed optimistic about Shane and Ai Yi's future.
Rather, she intended to use this to break the fixed image of the Demon Clan externally.
The world views the Hero as the nemesis of the Demon Clan, a trump card of the Divine Race, and the mightiest of the Human Race. With the relationship between the Hero and the Demon Clan, they should be like oil and water; the Hero should represent the other two clans.
But Lide believes, with peace declared among the Three clans now, this ingrained image shouldn't persist.
Who says a Hero can't coexist harmoniously with the Demon Clan?
Who says a Hero should belong to the Divine Race and Human Race's side?
Why can't a Hero belong to the Demon Clan, on their side?
If even a Hero can coexist harmoniously with the Demon Clan, it would inevitably impact Omni Potanssen, showing the world that all determined by past wars has indeed ended.
It's a good thing.
Lide thinks that Sera surely has similar thoughts, which is why she proposed forming a marital agreement between Shane and Ai Yi.
This sends a signal outward, telling the Divine Race and Human Race not only won't the Demon Clan cause chaos due to a Hero but they'll also win him over and make him one of their own.
Thanks to this, the Demon Clan's chaos would be calmed, as their presumed threat has turned into one of their own, and the Hero Summoning isn't a bad thing but rather an excellent one.
The Divine Race and Human Race probably feel tense, right?
Regardless of whether they schemed behind the Hero Summoning, whether its reappearance is just a plot by the two clans, as long as the key Hero himself is tied down, everything would be resolved.
If it's their doing, they're probably already panicking.
If not, that's naturally even better.
This perfectly balanced outcome is what Sera seeks.
Lide saw through part of Sera's thoughts, plus her own private feelings, inherently not wanting to oppose the matter of her sister finally having someone special, hence voting in favor from start to finish.
Milu... well, still abstains.
In summary, only Chafne and Camina's opinions are left.
"Chafne, what do you think?"
Sera looked at Chafne, who had previously left the vote undecided.
Upon hearing this, Chafne glanced in Shane's direction, and couldn't help but feel irked.
Shane was actually whispering to Ai Yi, seemingly making up for the lack of communication during their time apart.
He seemed not to care at all about the opinions of the Demons.
No, it should be said that he genuinely does not care.
Through the connection with the Ripple Heart Demon, Chafne could somewhat read his thoughts.
"Whether you agree or not, I'm not marrying any of you. If you push me, I'll just take her away, no more of this dawdling..."
This sentiment seemed to be Ai Yi's thoughts as well.
Judging by how Ai Yi also didn't seem to care about the discussion over here, focusing only on whispering with Shane, Chafne knew this girl truly didn't care if her sisters agree or not.
She only wanted Shane's consent.
As long as Shane agrees, even if her sisters all oppose, what does it matter?
Being called a rebellious girl wasn't just for show.
"If you push me, I'll just elope with this guy back to the Human Realm, no more of this dawdling..."
Chafne could almost hear Ai Yi thinking like that.
Suddenly, Chafne felt completely off.
"I actually have a day when I'm shown affection..."
Chafne almost questioned her existence.
In the past, any couple who had once shared vows would likely be instantly infatuated with her, unable to extricate themselves at the mere sight of her.
Now, she was being fed dog food by her man and her younger sister, and her opinions ignored, making people question life itself.
If it weren't for the inappropriate timing, Chafne almost wanted to bang the table and shout.
"Although you were here first, I'm the one enjoying happiness first!"
Luckily, Chafne held back.
She wasn't mentally prepared for others to know about her relationship with Shane.
Because it was a terrifying fact that could cause the heavens to collapse and the earth to shatter.
Unlike Ai Yi, who only seems to know how to sleep and is only worshipped by the Dragon Race, Chafne's admirers spread across the Three Realms and are viewed within the Demon Clan as an unattainable absolute high mountain flower.
If the fact that Shane made a move on her were to become known, then the chaos arising would be something not easily quieted by some arranged marriage.
Moreover, Chafne considers her relationship with Shane to be still unclear; revealing things now would not be a good thing but a bad thing.
Thinking of this, Chafne spoke with some half-heartedness.
"Whatever, concerning such things."
Chafne then uttered a lamenting and haunting voice.
"???
The crowd tilted their heads in confusion.
Why has this enchanting demon, who delights in chaos, suddenly turned into an abandoned deep courtyard woman?
It's not like her husband was snatched away; does it warrant such lamentations?
The Demons were somewhat puzzled.
"Alright then." Sera was equally puzzled but did not pay attention to Chafne's self-pity and self-wailing, instead turning to Camina, saying, "And you? Are you still opposed?"
After all, among the Demon Sisters, only Camina had explicitly expressed opposition.
As for Chafne, even if she wasn't in favor, she wasn't against it either. With her mischievous personality, even if Ai Yi really were to marry Shane, she probably wouldn't make trouble.
Contrarily, if Camina truly intends to oppose, then with her nature, she definitely wouldn't be easy to deal with.
If everyone ignores her feelings and goes ahead letting Shane and Ai Yi make a marriage pact, this Poison Demon would certainly make trouble.
Hence, Sera actually valued Camina's opinion the most.
She wanted to at least confirm Camina's intentions, ensuring she wouldn't make a fuss.
Unfortunately...
"Want me to agree?"
Camina didn't immediately oppose like last time but instead said this inexplicable remark.
She then glanced at Shane, her violet eyes slightly flickering, then suddenly started laughing.
"I can agree."
Camina said this.
But...
"This Hero must publicly declare and fully join the Demon Clan."
Upon these words, the atmosphere instantly became tense.