Rise of the Demon King: Caleb Gonzales's Rat Race

Chapter 157: New Demon King

Caleb wasn't sure what he was expecting when he walked back inside the castle. While he didn't expect for there to be fireworks or a large sign stating he was the new demon king, he was a bit disappointed that nothing happened when he stepped inside. He thought for sure something would happen since he was the only candidate left. Shouldn't the castle recognize him as the demon king?

If this were like in the games he played, he would have been crowned the demon king after successfully beating everyone and arriving at the destination. Well, he had a few other ideas he could try. However, he really hoped he wouldn't have to go that far. The chances that they would work were slim, but it couldn't hurt to try. Well, besides his pride. If it failed, he would only look like a fool.

As he internally mourned over the possibility of losing his dignity, he walked further into the castle with the others close behind him. There was a significant lack of poison. He assumed that the open gate caused