Demon King – Chapter 870 – The Road Ahead

While the few of them were making a ruckus in the room, the two people in the living room had also talked about many things…

In Eiru’s imagination, her old man wouldn’t be unreasonable enough to deliberately make things difficult for Yuki, but there would definitely be plenty of probing and testing.

Having known Yuki for so long, although Her Majesty the Demon Lord said she was afraid he might say something wrong, she actually wasn’t worried about that at all. The only variable was her father.

At the very least, she was very clear that Ei Yuan cared about her. What she was afraid of was whether that care would turn into the kind of development where he couldn’t bear to let her go.

After all, in TV dramas and novels, when fathers hear that their daughter has a boyfriend, isn’t their first reaction usually… although she probably couldn’t exactly be regarded as a daughter in the traditional sense?

But in the end, all of Eiru’s worries were unnecessary. Ei Yuan didn’t make things difficult for Yuki at all, nor did he test him. Everything that needed to be inquired about had already been inquired beforehand. What the two of them talked about was nothing more than Eiru’s past and their respective views on certain matters.

“I’ve already heard about you and Little Lu from your father and from Jiaqi. In the end, I should really thank you… when we failed in our duties, it was you who was taking care of her.”

If it weren’t for Yuki, who knew what direction his daughter might have been led astray to. She might even have been tricked away by some bad boys without them ever knowing…

“Little Lu has never had many friends. After Jiaqi went abroad, she was lonely for a long time… so it’s really thanks to you being there.”

“I know I’m not a qualified father, so I’m not in a position to demand anything… after so many things happened, even if that child hates me, I’d think I deserved it.”

“Please don’t say that, Uncle.” Seeing Ei Yuan’s somewhat dejected expression, Yuki responded politely.

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“Lu Brat has always been very understanding. Or you could say she’s broad minded. Usually she doesn’t hold grudges over unpleasant things like that…”

“And regarding these matters, my view is the same as Lu Brat’s… one thing is one thing. Your concern for her and your intention to do what’s best for her, even if you don’t say it, we understand.”

Ei Yuan smiled bitterly. Having worked outside and dealt with all kinds of people, he naturally understood the meaning and attitude behind Yuki’s words.

There was comfort in them, but not a complete denial of his responsibility. Just like what he himself had said earlier, one thing is one thing. Motives and results must be looked at separately.

Parents doing things for their child’s good and not intending harm. That statement wasn’t wrong. Eiru and Yuki were both sensible people, so of course they could understand situations where good intentions led to bad outcomes.

But when good intentions lead to bad outcomes, you can’t negate the good intentions because of the bad result. At the same time, you also can’t ignore the consequences of the bad result just because the intention was good.

“I understand…” Ei Yuan gave a wry smile. “So regarding you two, I don’t have anything to worry about or oppose. As parents, aren’t we just hoping our children will be happy?”

It sounded a bit like he was making excuses for his own failures. But if his daughter could find a partner who sincerely treated her well, what reason did he, as a father, have to be unhappy?

‘I hope you’ll treat my daughter well…’

Such a normal request, yet at this moment the words were stuck in Ei Yuan’s throat, unable to come out.

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It was almost laughable. It had always been Yuki taking care of Eiru. What qualifications did he, this negligent father, have to put on such a show?

“Go keep Little Lu company. She’s waiting for you in the room, right? Ever since you came back, she’s been the most nervous…”

The topic had more or less run its course. Since Ei Yuan had said that much, Yuki felt it was about time to go report the situation to his adorable little girlfriend and reassure her.

Relieved, Ei Yuan let out a breath. But when he turned his head, he saw Yuki glance briefly in the direction of the rooms before walking straight to Eiya’s bedroom door.

Thinking he had mistaken the room, Ei Yuan was about to remind him when Yuki had already knocked. The door opened in response, and a small silver white head poked out.

“Huh? How did you know I was here? Done talking?”

“You think I don’t know you? What are they doing in there?”

Yuki smiled and flicked Eiru’s nose, but hearing the noisy commotion inside, he grew curious about the two people in the room.

“Oh, nothing nothing. They’re just messing around~”

Waving her hand to brush it off, Her Majesty the Demon Lord glanced back inside before hooking her arm around Yuki’s.

“Come on, let’s go chat with my dad together?”

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“Didn’t I just finish chatting…”

Although somewhat helpless, Yuki was dragged away by his adorable little girlfriend. As Eiru casually shut the bedroom door behind her, listening to the noisy sounds still coming from inside, she very thoughtfully pressed the button and turned off the air conditioner with a cheerful beep.

In this scorching weather, surely the two inside would be deeply grateful for her considerate gesture…

Watching his daughter walk over with her arm linked through Yuki’s and sit down on the sofa, Ei Yuan felt an indescribable emotion in his heart. It seemed bitter, yet he was happy for her, and somewhere deep inside there was also a trace of regret.

“You two just date properly. Dad will go make you a good meal…”

Ei Yuan stood up, heading toward the kitchen to cook again after a long time and prepare a lavish feast for the children.

There was nothing much left to dwell on. As long as his daughter lived happily, that was enough. If there was any regret, it was that in the end, he hadn’t had the chance to properly make it up to her.

“Dad, did you… misunderstand something?” The Little Demon Lord tilted her head, catching the lonely emotion on her father’s face.

“You don’t actually believe that saying about a daughter being like spilled water once she’s married off, do you? I’m not running away from home forever. Why does it feel like a farewell?”

“And I’m not getting married to Stupid Yuki immediately today either. There’s still plenty of time, right? For the next few years the law wouldn’t even recognize it…”

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At this point, Her Majesty the Demon Lord quietly complained to herself. Though speaking of which, did demon race even follow those laws?

“Even if I marry Stupid Yuki, I’m still part of this family, right? You said you wouldn’t drive me out. I’m still your child. Right?”

“Of course, silly girl. Before, it was all Dad’s fault. You’ve always been Dad’s good child.”

His emotions stirred, Ei Yuan unconsciously reached out his hand.

But just as he was about to touch Eiru’s head, he remembered that his daughter didn’t like being touched on the head by him. Awkwardly, his hand froze in midair.

Just as he was about to withdraw it, his daughter’s little head leaned forward on its own. Before he could react, the little girl was already lightly rubbing her head against his palm.

Seeing his daughter blink at him with a hint of mischief, Ei Yuan’s nose grew sour. The warmth against his palm told him that none of this was a dream.

“Ah… my child…” Ei Yuan’s voice choked. “For the future, you don’t need to worry about anything.”

“Dad promises you, the road ahead for you two… I will definitely, definitely help pave it for you.”