Demon King Creman was more flustered than ever before.
The plan was proceeding smoothly, and he had successfully manipulated the humans.
A bloody conflict was to be staged, and the tragic and hateful souls produced there would create a richly seasoned hunting ground.
However, the conflict ended in an instant, and all the souls were already hunted.
Although it was unbelievable, the situation was as reported.
It was a rare occasion for him to have prepared the stage and the banquet, after all.
In this conflict between humans and monsters, Creman was to achieve both his true awakening as a Demon King and the acquisition of a powerful subordinate.
Therefore, he had no attachment to the useless subordinate Muuran and planned to dispose of him after the task was done.
However, now, even when he tried to contact Muuran, the connection was not established. Muuran had freed himself from the bindings placed on him.
This only added to Creman's confusion.
But, up to that point, things were going well.
Fortunately, he had the strongest trump card, Demon King Mirim, in his deck.
Thus, he proposed the convening of a council to suppress the slime, the owner of the monster village, who was falsely claiming to be a new Demon King, by suggesting the initiation of the Falburgis.
The proposal, made in the names of Creman, Frey, and Mirim, was smoothly approved, and he planned to declare the suppression of the slime.
The unauthorized movement of his subordinate army near a human village was a new rule.
At this council, he intended to take the lead and acquire the right to invade the land of the monsters (Tempest).
He also planned to ravage the surrounding countries as a bonus.
As for the upper demons of Tempest, he intended to destroy them by using Mirim.
Until just a few days ago, he might have been able to handle it alone, but it seemed that his subordinates, due to the Demon King's awakening, had gained various powers.
Now, he was frustrated that his initial plan had failed.
However, it was a matter of subjugating the survivors after Mirim's assault.
But then...
Suddenly, the shut-in Demon King Lamiris applied to add the slime (Rimuru) as a participant.
What was even more infuriating was that this proposal was easily accepted.
Naturally, Creman refused, but it seemed that the other three had approved it as a matter of course.
Due to this, Creman's plan was completely shattered.
The activation of Falburgis had backfired.
He couldn't run away from this meeting.
If he came and proposed suppression, and if someone suggested fighting right there, it would be the end.
What should he do? How could he handle this?
Desperately, Creman used his brain to devise a new plan.
Frey, observing Creman's efforts, smirked.
He was a pitiful man.
The situation was progressing faster than he had anticipated.
While this flow was unexpected, it seemed to be turning out well in the end.
Looking at Mirim standing beside him, no expression could be seen on her mask-like face.
She looked like a cute doll, completely devoid of emotion.
Her eyes seemed to shift slightly, looking towards him.
Frey nodded.
"Yes, I understand, Mirim."
Answering in his heart, he deepened his smile.
And...
"Creman, your life doesn't seem to have much time left."
Frey secretly checked the upcoming order.
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In a very deep tomb of a country where no morning ever comes.
In front of a beautiful, naked girl with black hair sealed in an ice coffin.
The man, also naked, stood there, lost in a lecherous expression, clinging to the ice coffin.
"Oh, how beautiful. Oh......"
Gazing at the girl in the coffin, loving her was his secret pleasure.
A cute girl with silver hair.
Her eyes, heterochromia, shimmer with blue and red, seductive light.
This greatly enhances her already exquisite beauty.
However, what catches the eye the most is...
The adorable girl's lips, from which two small, white fangs peek out.
Whenever she opened her small mouth, two fangs would be visible.
She is the Queen of Succubi, the "Demon King" Luminous Valentine.
Even as a Demon King with absolute power, a vampire, she could not break the ice coffin.
Because it was not ice but a solid mass of pure holy spirit power.
Every time she touched the coffin, her skin would be burned as if by fire.
However, even so...
She ignored it and clung to the ice coffin.
To her, news of the Falburgis being convened was delivered.
Unfortunately, it seemed that someone on par with her had applied to participate.
She was not yet strong enough to confront all the Demon Kings.
She was displeased, but it was something she had to accept.
"Please wait......"
She whispered the name of the girl she loved and left the chamber.
Behind her, the chamber was sealed by the vast magical power she possessed, plunging it into pitch-black darkness.
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Two men faced each other and spoke.
One was a giant with a robust build.
The other was lying on a bed, lacking vigor.
However, this was a common occurrence, so the large man dealt with him without complaint.
"So, how long are you staying here?
Are you going on a journey after this Falburgis?"
"I don't know. I'm lazy. I can't think of anything to do."
The handsome man answered the large man's question without enthusiasm.
However, regardless of which side...
"Still, you have to participate in the Falburgis, don't you?
It would be good to think about what you'll do after the conference."
The large man concluded.
Then, he looked up at the sky, enjoying its vastness.
After a while,
"By the way, Dalgul, have you thought about giving your position as Demon King to my son?
If you want, I can be his guardian."
The handsome man said, as if it had just occurred to him.
The large man, Dalgul, closed his eyes and thought for a while.
As a Giant, he is known as the "Wrath of the Earth" among the Demon Kings.
He is usually gentle, to the point where he feels uncomfortable being called a Demon King, but once he gets angry, he becomes uncontrollable.
It is said that his combat power increases dramatically when enraged, making him a dangerous Demon King to handle.
However, he has never been angry with his close friend, the handsome man, even once.
To the handsome man's words,
"No, those kids are like me when I was young.
Reckless and looking down on everything, they don't believe in the existence of someone stronger than themselves.
I used to look down on things too, Dino."
He answered.
The handsome man, named Dino, is a man of unknown race but appears human.
However, he possesses magical power that no human could have.
If he were to pull himself together, he would be quite handsome, but his half-closed, sleepy eyes ruined everything.
However, he is one of the Demon Kings, known as the "Wandering King" and the "King of the Sleeping Forest."
He is currently on a wandering journey, having left his residence.
And, having run out of energy during his journey, he is staying at the house of his close friend, Dalgul.
To Dalgul's words,
"Ah, whatever. It doesn't change my value.
But, if they are that arrogant, how about taking them with you?
I'll take all three of your sons as my subordinates."
He said.
Of course, taking them means participating in the Falburgis.
Dalgul also fell into thought at his words.
Then,
"Can I ask you? If they do something foolish and die without being able to judge their strength, that's all there is to it.
It would also be educational to show them a true strong person once."
He agreed.
His three sons, who resembled him in his younger days, were violent.
Both agreed and settled on this direction.
It was like lighting a bonfire in front of a powder keg, but they didn't think that far.
After all, they were particularly clumsy at deliberation.
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In a land of extreme cold, where ice and snow rage.
In the center stands a castle.
Surrounded by the absolute freezing ice field, it is a land where almost all life cannot survive, with temperatures below minus 120.0Β°C.
Standing in such a place is a beautiful and fantastic palace.
A demonic castle materialized in this world by unimaginable vast magical power.
It is called the "Ice Palace."
It was the main castle of the "Demon King" Gigicrimzon.
A figure was walking gracefully through the corridors of the castle.
With platinum blonde hair and blue eyes, a well-arranged face, and long, slanted eyes.
With transparent white skin.
He was a handsome man, so beautiful that he could be mistaken for a woman.
The "Demon King" Leon Cromwell, known as the "Blonde Demon."
He walked naturally through the corridors as if it were his own castle.
In front of him was a beautifully designed door, leading to the audience chamber where the castle's master awaited.
Leon's purpose was to meet the master of this castle, the "Demon King" Gigicrimzon.
When Leon reached the door, two large demons opened it.
Then,
"The 'Demon King' Leon Cromwell has arrived!"
A beautiful female demon waiting inside the door loudly announced Leon's arrival.
Inside the door, powerful demons stood on either side.
Each one was a named demon, possessing abilities surpassing ordinary upper demons.
Their number exceeded 200 on both sides.
Named upper demons, unlike summoned beings, have been assimilated into this world.
Each one was on par with upper demons.
This meant that there were over 200 forces exceeding A-rank.
However, even they...
In front of the six demons standing below the throne in the center of the audience chamber, they paled in comparison.
These were named upper demon generals.
Their combat power could overwhelm even upper demons. They were quasi-Demon Kings.
However, even these six demon generals were not allowed to speak freely in this place.
The demons standing on either side of the absolute ruler, the "Demon King" Gigicrimzon, were the named "Demon Lords."
They were the voices of the Demon King in this place.
Possessing skills on par with Demon Kings, they were the "Demon Lord" Mizari and the "Demon Lord" Hillary.
Leon passed through the center and arrived just below the throne.
There, for the first time, Mizari and Hillary knelt on one knee,
"Leon-sama, it's been a while."
They greeted Leon with their beautiful, identical voices.
At the same time, the occupant of the throne stood up.
In this place, only two Demon Kings had the right to move.
"It's been a while, my friend Leon. Are you well?
I'm glad you responded to my call. Thank you!"
A beautiful, resonant voice, crimson eyes holding silver stars, and fiery red hair deeper and darker than blood.
About the same height as Leon.
While Leon's beauty is feminine, Gigicrimzon's beauty is androgynous.
A mysterious beauty that could be mistaken for either a man or a woman.
While speaking to Leon, Gigicrimzon walked down from the high throne and embraced Leon.
Without hesitation, she touched Leon's face and kissed him.
Frowning, Leon pushed Gigicrimzon away,
"Stop it. I have no interest in men. Haven't I told you that many times?"
With a look that said it was a nuisance, he glared at Gigicrimzon.
"Ahaha. You're still a cold man.
If you want, I can become a woman for you?
Anyway, let's move to another place."
Saying this, she started walking without waiting for an answer.
It was a familiar scene.
In this extreme land, she wore thin clothing, exposing much of her skin.
Was she recalling the sensation of kissing Leon's lips, her beautiful face painted with a seductive smile?
Licking her crimson lips with a snake-like tongue...
Her appearance exuded a beautiful and seductive charm.
Being bisexual, for her, both men and women were objects of desire.
She, or rather, he, was the "Demon King" Gigicrimzon.
The supreme Demon King and the ruler of this permanently frozen continent, known as the "Dark Emperor."
Gigicrimzon led Leon without guiding him, and Leon followed without showing any signs of unease.
No one moved until they left the audience chamber.
It was an unforgivable act.
Everyone bowed their heads, waiting for their ruler and guest to leave.
After confirming Leon's departure, Mizari and Hillary stood up.
Then,
"Dismissed."
They gave orders to their subordinates.
Thereafter, they prepared tea for the guest and left the place.
In this castle, the job of the "Demon Lords" was to attend to their master, the "Demon King" Gigicrimzon.
This was the top priority in the castle.
Before their master's journey, they quickly began their tasks...
Leon followed Gigicrimzon to the top floor, the ice terrace.
Despite being open, it was warm and did not allow any ice or snow to enter.
It was an environment optimized for living under perfect harmony.
Most importantly, Gigicrimzon was unaffected by any environmental conditions. This room was designed for Leon's comfort.
While Gigicrimzon looked down on others, her response to those she acknowledged and her friends was meticulous and considerate.
Thinking about this, Leon sat in the chair as offered.
The chair, made of ice, did not give off any cold.
This was also usual.
"So? What is the matter that you called me for?"
Throwing himself into the chair, Leon asked.
Hillary, who had prepared the tea, placed it in front of Gigicrimzon and Leon.
Mizari stood at the entrance of the terrace without saying a word.
This was also usual.
They did not interfere with Gigicrimzon's words or speak to Leon.
They were servants and tools, and showing any emotion without an order was not allowed.
If they acted without their master's command, they would be swiftly killed.
Therefore, even if Leon were to attack Gigicrimzon, they would not move on their own.
Gigicrimzon was the absolute ruler, and worrying about her safety was disrespectful.
Thus, their presence was ignored as the conversation proceeded.
"Ah. You know that Falburgis has been initiated?
I was thinking of forcing you to participate if you didn't attend this time."
"Ah? You know I dislike such gatherings.
But, I have decided to participate this time."
"Ho? That's good. I was planning to make you owe me a favor to get you to attend.
I even thought about letting you spend a night with me."
"I don't deal with men. Even if you were a woman, I would only accept if you were the one I desired.
Holding you would be nothing but a favor to you."
"What? Don't say that first... If you want, I can become a woman for you.
Anyway, why did you decide to participate this time?"
"Ah..."
Leon paused and looked ahead.
"This time, the proposer is Creman. A minor.
I'm concerned because Mirim is among the supporters.
Also, the information about Carion's death is suspicious.
The first suppression council was proposed by Creman, and the flow of including the party involved was due to Lamiris's additional proposal.
Therefore, I think everything is connected.
I wanted to see the new Demon King, 'Rimuru.'"
"Ho. So you think Rimuru has the qualifications of a Demon King.
Interesting, I think the same.
As for Mirim, it's just her usual play. Thinking about her is pointless.
To a wise person like me, a fool's thoughts are unreadable. It's one of my few weaknesses.
You can ignore the opinions of trash like Creman, but Lamiris's opinions are entertaining.
If she finds someone interesting, I think I can enjoy it too."
"... Lamiris, huh. She's a nuisance. I get teased every time I meet her.
I've thought about killing her many times...
But, since Lamiris said it, I decided to move."
"Ahahaha. Stop it. If you kill Lamiris, you'll become my enemy."
"That's true. I don't want to die yet. I have no chance of winning against you."
"Hmm? That's not true. You could kill me once in a million tries, right?"
"That's not a real conversation. I'm only interested in battles I can win for sure."
"Stop being modest. There are few who have injured me.
Anyone with the potential to kill me is strong enough. Have confidence."
"Hmph. I have confidence. Just not in you."
There, their conversation paused.
At the perfect timing,
"Oh, oh. Is the conversation over?
Leon-sama, welcome."
A cold, smooth voice, like ice.
Corresponding to the voice, a beautiful woman with white hair walked in.
Snow-white skin, cold, mysterious deep-sea blue eyes.
And, a completely white outfit, with a striking crimson lip.
The woman, walking and speaking without Gigicrimzon's permission