Demon King: Hero, don’t run away!

As the sun set, the royal capital slid past the carriage window. Bai Jin, who shared the carriage with Latis, sat curled up anxiously.

After being invited to Latis’s residence, Latis spoke at length with her.

At first, Bai Jin didn’t want to admit her feelings for Yang Yu to Latis, but Latis was straightforward and told Bai Jin that some opportunities are lost forever if missed.

Latis’s words fell like drops of water wearing away a stone, gradually breaking through Bai Jin’s inner defenses.

Everyone has a possessive desire towards the one they like, Bai Jin was no different.

It was her first encounter with someone who openly expressed feelings for Yang Yu, and Yang Yu didn’t explicitly reject that woman...

Bai Jin was at a loss of what to do.

Latis noticed Bai Jin’s anxiety.

Although Latis had never experienced love herself, being in a high position in the Luo Ze Empire, she was often assumed to have interaction with all sorts of noble gentlemen, leading many close friends to seek her for love advice.

Over time, while nurturing Latis’s gossiping heart, she subtly seemed to have become a master in romantic affairs through others’ experiences.

”Bai Jin, your appearance is indeed not particularly striking.

But in this world, there are ways for ordinary girls to become beautiful.

The secret lies in makeup.

A suitable makeup can enhance a girl’s charm significantly.

Even an ordinary girl can become stunningly beautiful with careful dressing.”

”Men, especially, have a fondness for contrasts.

Contrast is a very powerful weapon.

Miss Bai Jin, being who you are, creating contrast is extremely easy.

Trust me, my styling skills are top-notch. Once he sees you, his eyes will be irresistibly drawn to you.

By then, you only need to go with the flow...”

”In any case, first find an opportunity where you both can be alone.

Even chatting has its art; start with casual topics and gradually lead to subjects that interest both of you, opening endless discussions and making the atmosphere increasingly harmonious.

Slight actions can also significantly enhance the atmosphere between you two...

You’ve known him for quite some time, you can surely find one or two topics he’s interested in, creating a good ambiance is definitely not hard.”

”You have to learn to judge the atmosphere and make tentative advances.

Express your feelings at the peak of the atmosphere for twice the effect with half the effort.

Touch lightly, retreat to advance, can also grasp a man’s heart.

Between you and him, there’s only a thin veil of transparency... you don’t need to retreat and advance tactically here.

Pushing a little bit, it’s easily pierced...”

Can this thin veil truly be pierced?

Does he really hope I pierce this thin veil?

What does Yang Yu think of me... if I fail, will the relationship between us become extremely awkward?

Bai Jin had many worries, but she still decided to take a step forward.

She changed into a fine evening dress she wasn’t used to and had a portion of her hair trimmed by Latis, styled like a doll, with exquisite makeup applied.

Latis’s skill was truly astonishing.

Looking at the reflection in the mirror, Bai Jin indeed looked quite different from before.

Perhaps, she really did become much prettier...

Bai Jin tried to smile, yet she became so nervous that her muscles twitched, turning her intended smile into one of disdain mixed with contempt, a horrific smile.

It was practically like the sinister smile the main antagonist shows when facing the protagonist in novels.

Such a smile definitely wouldn’t work, so Latis directly placed her hand on Bai Jin’s face, starting from scratch to teach her how to smile.

After a long time, Bai Jin barely passed the requirement, and Latis began teaching her other techniques.

The carriage gradually came to a halt, Bai Jin’s heart raced uncontrollably. She didn’t know what Yang Yu would say upon seeing her now, nor did she know if the techniques Latis taught would prove useful.

Yet, with Latis providing such a rare opportunity, Bai Jin didn’t want to waste it.

The carriage came to a stop, and the soldiers at the Prince Mansion warmly welcomed the arrival of the royals.

The frail Emperor Luo Hui was helped off the carriage by the Second Prince, followed closely by the Eldest Prince and his fiancée, with Latis and Bai Jin coming last.

The prince’s butler offered the most precious courtesies to the royals, guiding them into the hall.

In the hall, various grandly dressed dignitaries came and went.

The arrival of the royals caused a brief stir.

Countless gazes gathered, and Bai Jin and Iyas suddenly felt out of place.

Scanning back and forth in the hall, Bai Jin searched for Yang Yu’s figure.

By a pillar, she found Yang Yu.

Unable to hold back, she started towards him, somewhat impatient to show Yang Yu her present self.

After just a few steps, Bai Jin froze in place.

Yang Yu was talking with the girl who delivered cookies yesterday; they were chatting and laughing, exuding a unique atmosphere that discouraged others from approaching.

The leading Prince proactively approached Emperor Luo Hui for a conversation, inviting him to a seat with General Volshi.

Noticing Bai Jin’s abnormality, and also seeing Yang Yu chatting unrestrainedly with Jin, Latis greeted her own father, then left the group.

Arriving beside Bai Jin, Latis nudged her by the shoulder towards a less crowded area, encouraging her:

”Don’t worry; today you are unusually adorable.

Remember what I taught you, you possess unrivaled advantages compared to Jin.

Now is the time to show your unique traits.

If you back down now, wouldn’t it be the same as before?”

With Latis’s encouragement, Bai Jin gathered her courage once more and took steps towards Yang Yu.

As Bai Jin got closer, it seemed Jin, intentionally or not, twisted her foot slightly and fell forward.

Yang Yu gently caught her with both hands, slightly propping her up, ”Are you okay?” he asked.

Jin lifted her face and smiled blissfully, ”Thanks to Your Highness Yang Yu, I didn’t embarrass myself here.”

”Helping a lady is what a gentleman should do.”

Yang Yu revealed a gentle smile on his face, causing Bai Jin to pause once more because of that smile.

He could show such a gentle expression to anyone.....

Seeing Bai Jin falter once more, Latis placed her hand on Bai Jin’s shoulder again, pushing her towards Yang Yu:

”Yang Yu, take a look at Bai Jin today, doesn’t she look quite different? She has dressed up meticulously for today.”

Iyas, appearing near Jin at some point, gently grabbed Jin’s wrist, wearing a particularly friendly smile, ”Miss Jin, may I borrow a moment of your time?

Why don’t we two go over there to chat for a bit? Yesterday’s cookies were delicious, and I’d like to ask about your recipe and technique.

Coincidentally, my companion also has something to discuss with our captain.

Could you refrain from disturbing them?”