# WebtoonLib — Just Leave Me Be #80

## Series
- title: Just Leave Me Be
- slug: just-leave-me-be-aebc33

## Chapter
- number: 80
- release_date: 2025-05-14

### Summary
The narrative escalates dramatically as the Emperor, now largely viewed as a tragic puppet for the demon Bael, issues a direct order for Adele’s assassination. This confirms reader theories that her Hooxenlite lineage, and its power to control Bael, was the true reason for her murder in the original timeline. However, this high-stakes development is overshadowed by widespread fan frustration over the protagonists' decision to separate. Coming directly after a chapter praised for its healthy communication, this move is seen as a baffling and counterintuitive regression, with many pointing out that distance would likely intensify Hexion's desire and thus his vulnerability to demonic influence. The chapter deepens the villain dynamics; while readers increasingly distinguish between the possessed Emperor and the true evil of Bael, they vehemently reject any redemption for Adele’s abusive brother. Conversely, her father’s surprising hesitation to enact the Emperor's order has sparked new debate about his conscience. Amidst the political and demonic threats, Adele’s continued transformation into an assertive and openly "thirsty" protagonist is celebrated, with beloved side characters like Frey providing moments of levity. As the season finale, the chapter leaves readers on a tense cliffhanger, with the couple apart and Adele marked for death.
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- summary_verification: unverified

### Key events
- The Emperor issues a formal order for Adele's assassination to prevent her from stopping Bael.

## Spoiler
- level: auto

### Safe teaser
The narrative escalates dramatically as the Emperor, now largely viewed as a tragic puppet for the demon Bael, issues a direct order for Adele’s assassination.

### Spoiler summary
The narrative escalates dramatically as the Emperor, now largely viewed as a tragic puppet for the demon Bael, issues a direct order for Adele’s assassination. This confirms reader theories that her Hooxenlite lineage, and its power to control Bael, was the true reason for her murder in the original timeline. However, this high-stakes development is overshadowed by widespread fan frustration over the protagonists' decision to separate. Coming directly after a chapter praised for its healthy communication, this move is seen as a baffling and counterintuitive regression, with many pointing out that distance would likely intensify Hexion's desire and thus his vulnerability to demonic influence. The chapter deepens the villain dynamics; while readers increasingly distinguish between the possessed Emperor and the true evil of Bael, they vehemently reject any redemption for Adele’s abusive brother. Conversely, her father’s surprising hesitation to enact the Emperor's order has sparked new debate about his conscience. Amidst the political and demonic threats, Adele’s continued transformation into an assertive and openly "thirsty" protagonist is celebrated, with beloved side characters like Frey providing moments of levity. As the season finale, the chapter leaves readers on a tense cliffhanger, with the couple apart and Adele marked for death.

## Status
- data_status: complete
- summary_status: generated
- transcript: Hardsub chapter — image-only

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Just Leave Me Be #80](/series/just-leave-me-be-aebc33/chapter-80)
- for_series_detail: /llms-series/just-leave-me-be-aebc33

## Usage
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