I! Cleaner!-Chapter 770 - 704: Get Married Before Going to War to Perfectly Avoid the FLAG

Fourteen powers... Was this guy really that badass when he was alive?

Watching the suddenly uncharacteristically docile pile of sheep guts, even their enhanced golden glow stifled, Leon couldn't help but squint his eyes in disbelief.

Seven highest level sins of origin, seven disasters corresponding to those sins—this is anything but the configs of an "ordinary" Demon God. This guy's packing at least near-Demon King level already, could potentially wield True God level power before even ascending, so...

Is it disguising itself as a pig to eat a tiger?

"Why do you keep staring at us?"

Feeling uneasy under Leon's scrutinizing gaze, the Black Goat couldn't help but mumble:

"I've always been emphasizing that I was an extremely formidable Great Demon back in the day. Not that you ever believed me; you thought I was just lying."

"....."

Yeah, but with you constantly boasting like a train on a rampage, turning eating grapes into munching watermelons, who's to know if you're legit or just blowing smoke!

"Anyway, maybe we've been underestimating it a bit."

While Leon and the Black Goat stared each other down, the Red-haired Director chortled:

"Though it lacks [Jealousy] and [Lust] now and can't fully awaken, we should still be a bit cautious... Leon, leave those guys with me for a few days."

"?!"

After eyeing the Black Goat, whose expression dramatically changed, the Red-haired Director suggested:

"Don't be eager to head north on your task just yet. Wait a couple of days—I'll figure out a way to add another layer of security on them. These guys are indeed much stronger after being enhanced; best to employ some means to control them, lest they stir up trouble while you're distracted on your task."

Help me add another layer of security on the sheep guts?

Leon hesitated for a moment upon hearing this, then nodded in agreement amidst the sheep's protests.

Though having the Devil's Badge in hand means he's not worried about losing control over the sheep guts, having extra insurance is always good. Besides, the sheep guts' fourteen powers do sound quite unconventional—being cautious can't hurt.

Unfortunately, while this outcome seems ideal, not everyone was gratified.

Upon seeing Leon disregard their longstanding camaraderie and sell the squad of five sheeps... five guts to the red-haired hag, the sheep guts couldn't help but feel fury welling up in their hearts, indignation leading them to rebuke Leon for his betrayal.

Ram's Horns: "Bastard! We've been with you all these many... many days, even if there's no merit, there's hard work! And you just hand us over to her like that?"

Ram's Heart: "Human! I'm very dissatisfied with your decision!"

Ram's Stomach: "Lord Leon! Such conduct is indeed callous! Leaving me utterly cold!"

Ram's Tongue: "Wait a minute... I've only been here for two days! Why am I involved? It's their scheming that landed me in this mess!"

Ram's Tail: "Trash."

"Alright, unless you wanna end up in the kitchen stew, keep quiet."

Casually grabbing a newspaper to wrap up the sheep guts as if they're shining gold on the table, and glancing at the "Century Wedding" headline on the paper, the Red-haired Director seemed to remember something, asking nonchalantly:

"By the way, how's your wedding going? It's only a few days away, right?"

"….."

Oh right, there's also a wedding!

Upon hearing the Red-haired Director's inquiry, Leon slightly froze and suddenly realized, the month is nearly over. Less than a week, and he'll be marrying young.

"Judging by your expression, I suppose you haven't prepared much."

Observing Leon's face, the slightly tipsy Red-haired Director propped her chin with her hand, smilingly said:

"Coincidentally, those Deputy Directors sent over as your aides need a few days to wrap up their affairs. They'll take a few more days to arrive, so why not wait one or two more days and go ahead with the wedding first, with Princess Veronica?"

"….."

Get married first and then head out for the mission...

Upon hearing this suggestion to sidestep the FLAG as much as possible, Leon hesitated momentarily, then slightly nodded.

Although the process rushed quite suddenly, giving a bafflingly bound feeling, Princess Veronica indeed shows deep affection towards him.

Well... can't say for certain how deep the affection is, but at least from the Black Goat's soul vision, whenever she sees him, the heaviness of the soul immediately ebbs away, becoming "lively" and "vibrant"—far beyond just fondness.

On his end... the feelings don't seem that pure.

He's definitely got feelings that surpass a regular friend's level; being pursued so openly and passionately—it's impossible not to be moved. If he truly felt nothing, he would've firmly refused long ago.

It's just that the most irresistible aspect of Princess Veronica isn't only "love" but involves numerous other things.

Especially on the day of Aquarius's ascension, she told him calmly that he can feel free to do whatever he wishes, Anna and the others could be left in her care; no matter if he returns safely or not, the wedding on the 3rd of next month will proceed unperturbed.

When she earnestly speaks these words, his sense of "security" instantly maxes out, nearly making him dive in. Though profoundly touched by her promise, it also confused him somewhat.

If choosing him, Veronica bore about eighty percent for love, then reversing this, his reasons for choosing her—love might only account for half.

Aside from this certain "love" aspect, the most moving point was her promise to look after his family, plus mere impulse of attraction, and...

The third Colorful Badge.

After a tumultuous train of thoughts, filled with remorse, Leon opened the badge panel, glancing at the slightly luminous white [Migratory Thrush Prince], feeling quite despicable.

As planned by Princess Veronica, his wedding and her accession ceremony are set for the same day, and the path for this Gold level [Migratory Thrush Prince] to advance to Colorful Badge is by maintaining marital status with her during her succession.

This, too, is the main reason for his indecision due to inadequate affection, not cutting off the connection completely—a constant refusal that wasn't entirely firm.

Since doing nothing ensures this Gold level badge within the Kingdom of Lutung—allowing him to request any person of lower rank to pay courtesy—would ascend to a Colorful Badge[Man Behind the Queen·Cream].

Furthermore, judging by[Immortal of Liquor·Cheng Huang]and[Materialist Soul·Red], it evidently showed the strength of Colorful Badges; the former's forced immunity has rescued him numerous times, the latter remains his greatest reliance to date.

At this point, without any missteps, granting the continual acceptance of this marriage grants him the third Colorful Badge—the allure of which he indeed finds irresistible...