Chapter 363
Many had made a name for themselves in the Deep Realm, but when speaking of those who stood at the very top, there was always one name that never failed to be mentioned: Baal, the so-called Demon King, the strongest among Solomon’s Seventy-Two Demons.
Lately, he had developed a new hobby. One could say it was his one and only joy in the harsh environment of the Deep Realm.
Ever since his audience with the King of Earth, Baal had spent his days in relatively peaceful exchange with the Transcendents, including Imfelheim. Thanks to that, he had the opportunity to be introduced to Earth's culture.
“This is harder than I thought,” he complained.
Tucked under his armpit was a book titled Gardening for Beginners. Using a watering can filled with clean water, he sprinkled the soil that had reportedly been brought from Earth.
Lush plants were growing in a large rectangular planter about ten meters long. The crops were none other than the world’s favorite beginner crop, tomatoes.
He wasn’t sure what he was feeling because just watching the sprouts grow filled a corner of his chest with an aching warmth. If any of the seedlings looked weak or droopy, he would give them extra care. And when one of those delicate shoots finally stood upright, green and strong, he was moved to such an extent that he nearly shed a tear.
However, the peaceful moment shattered in an instant as dark clouds gathered above and the air turned murky. At the same time, Baal’s head throbbed sharply.
Something had awakened within him. It was Solomon, who had been slumbering deep in his soul. Though Solomon was not physically present, Baal instinctively dropped to one knee with a loud thud.
“I am honored to be in the presence of the great Solomon,” he muttered as crushing, all-consuming fear gripped his entire body.
Baal knew all too well that there was a vast difference in power between Solomon and himself—a difference so overwhelming that fear was instinctual. After all, he was nothing more than one of Solomon’s creations.
He’ll ask about the keys... He knew what was coming.