Chapter 9 - Just Married (2)

Author: I wanted to thank you all for reading this book. I hope you will read it in your collection. If possible, help me reach a higher rank in the WPC DEC-JAN. You know how to do it on your own.

As the tension in the grand hall reached its peak, all eyes were fixed on the suspended rings, awaiting the revelation of the first wife, who would hold the coveted title of "The lady of the house." The emperors, content with the impending union, focused on the broader picture, while the empresses eagerly anticipated the individual triumphs of their daughters.

However, the anticipated moment took an unexpected turn as Leo, guided by a different set of ideals, decided to rewrite the script. Drawing inspiration from the dramas he had watched, Leo entertained a notion that transcended the conventional norms. With a mischievous glint in his eyes and a determination to forge a unique path, he declared internally, "I'll just have them all!" In a decisive gesture, Leo commanded all the rings to elegantly slide onto the ring fingers of the princesses simultaneously.

The grand hall, once filled with suspense, was now engulfed in a collective gasp, as the princesses, one by one, received the mystical rings. The empresses, momentarily taken aback, soon found their initial reservations replaced by a shared smile. Leo's unorthodox approach had transformed the anticipated competition into a harmonious symphony, leaving the empresses amused and appreciative of his unexpected "performance." The destiny of the princesses, now intricately connected to Leo's bold choices, continued to unfold in ways unforeseen by all.

The princesses were utterly shocked when none of them was declared Leo's "First wife." Complex expressions adorned their faces, but a quick glance at their nodding mothers signaled acceptance of their husband's unconventional choice. Without much deliberation, the princesses simultaneously raised their right hands.

Out of nowhere, rings materialized, gracefully hovering in their palms. Leo, witnessing this surreal scene, felt his heart skip a beat. Responding with his own left hand, he raised it with a silent hope, "Ugh! I hope this could all be real for once." The rings, suspended in the princesses' hands, floated toward Leo's awaiting hand, stopping in front of his ring finger.

The princesses exchanged glances and nodded in unison. The individual rings seamlessly merged into a unified whole, finding their place on Leo's finger.

Leo stared at his once-empty ring finger, now adorned with a single ring that symbolized the union with all ten princesses. A slow chuckle escaped his lips, echoing through the grand hall and reaching the ears of everyone present. The sound carried a mix of amusement, disbelief, and a touch of excitement, creating a moment of shared anticipation in the air.

An audible "Ahem" sliced through the silence, prompting all eyes to turn towards the emperors. Leo, amidst the shared attention, couldn't help but grumble inwardly, "Wow! I'll die early now. You old b***tard, at least let me enjoy the moment!" The collective gaze fixated on the emperors, waiting for their next move.

"Now that the youngsters have taken their decisions, it's time for us old ones to do our part," declared another emperor, known as the "God of Hell." Dread filled Leo as he braced for what was to come. In a moment of anxiety, he blurted out, "Is there anything else, Fathers-in-law!?" His words hung in the air, a mixture of defiance and resignation, as the unfolding drama hinted at more surprises in Leo's already bewildering journey.

"Oh! Don't worry about it, son-in-law." said the god of hell with a satisfied smile on his face after hearing the way Leo addressed him.

Leo thought that something was amiss, hearing the sudden happy tone of hid father-in-law. Before he could think more, another emperor spoke up, interrupting his thoughts.

"Son-in-law, before anything, I would like to ask you about something." said the emperor of space with a calm expression on his face.

"You're free to question me anyway, father-in-law." exclaimed Leo in a very slow manner, but everyone was able to hear it.

"Don't be nervous. It will be done in a jiffy." said the space emperor with a wide smile on his face again.

With no choice left, Leo could only nod with his fake smile on. 

"Why did you not declare one of them as your first wife?" he asked with an intrigued expression on his face.

"I treat everyone equally, father-in-law. That's all from my side." Leo spoke with his bold voice confronting his inner cries that clearly said "Here it comes! Leo, you are done for! Rest in peace now! Why should you have died a virgin again, you dumb b**tard!!"

The hall went silent right after hearing his reply, and the space emperor's expression changed into a satisfied one. He smiled and spoke, "Then I will leave my princess in your care." He started laughing again, that was later followed by the other emperors'.

"I think we should not delay young ones' moment of life anymore." said a rather mischievous voice. It belonged to none other than the Vampire God. There was red mist dancing in his pupils, which could devour all life. 

The emperors' laughter faded, replaced by shared understanding as they exchanged nods. Raising their right index fingers simultaneously, they pointed towards Leo. At the tips of their fingers, vibrant dots of light sparkled, converging into streams of dazzling hues. These streams melded into a single, radiant white beam, hurtling towards Leo's chest with an otherworldly grace.

"Fuck, It's coming now! Fuck! Bastard Truck-kun! Fuck your whole lubricated parts. I hope you get rust all over your fucking engine!! You shouldn't have brought me to this world. Master, Why did you have to promise these old bastards about a fucking marriage!" Leo cursed in his head.

The mythical attire changed a little… It opened up a small space, exposing Leo's bare chest. 

Leo's eyes bulged out after noticing the changes in his entire attire. He only thought of one thing in his head.

"Master… You ruined me!!!!!!"