Chapter 37: The Monster Guiding The Forbidden Library.

The dance instructor finally gave the girls a break, and Rose collapsed onto a nearby bench, clutching her chest like she'd just escaped the seventh circle of hell.

Was this dance even legal? These demons didn't just dance—they writhed like they were auditioning for the role of "personal incubator" for the king.

She shot a glance at the instructor, who was busy demonstrating moves that would make even succubi blush.

Rose groaned, pulling on her sandals woven with golden threads. "I could never," she muttered under her breath, shaking her head. Handsome or not, no king was worth this level of effort.

Just as she was about to make her daring escape—back pressed against the wall like a stealthy spy—Elara bounded over.

Her bag swung wildly from her shoulder, nearly hitting another dancer, and her grin was as bright as a fireball.

"Where are you sneaking off to?" Elara asked, narrowing her eyes suspiciously.