Dungeon Builder: The Demon King'S Labirinth Is A Modern City
Chapter 16: [Monster of the Covenant]

"Marcho, what should I do to participate in the [Night Party]?"

I asked Marcho a question that I had asked her a few times before. He didn't give me any answer except the answer eluded him that I would know when the time came.

"none. You just have to wait; it's coming soon. "

Marcho laughed lightly.

By his side were three monsters standing guard.

Without looking at their status, I know they hold tremendous power inside.

The fur on Tenko's fox tail stood at the end. He was affected by their presence but was still preparing for battle.

"Those three people, are they your [Monster of the Covenant]?"

“Yes, exactly. These three were the top among the 1500 monsters that followed me. ”

Most likely, they were all A rank monsters. Moreover, they held incredible strength even among other A rank monsters.

"Marcho, you often say something like monsters that are generally made with static levels."

"You're sober? All of them were monsters that were A rank, had been created to be able to grow, and had also reached the maximum level. They were even comparable to an S rank. ”

A monster that could grow had its maximum level raised. They were also far superior to static-level monsters when both were on the same level. And when such monsters reached the maximum level possible, they were comparable to monsters one rank above them.

Tenko might be able to deal with them in the future, but right now, she would stand no chance even if she used the rifle Elder Dwarf had made.

Modified rifle: Remilton (special) ED01S

Overall length: 1160mm

Weight: 3.1 Kg.

Caliber: 4 gauge

Magazine size: 4 shells

Compared to the basic Remilton, it was slightly longer and larger but due to the material change to Mithril, it became lighter. In keeping with the larger caliber, the number of bullets put in the gun has changed from six bullets to four but since changing the magazine is now possible, this version is technically better.

In passing, it seems like the naming convention used is that ED is for Elder Dwarf, 01 to be first in a series, and S means rifle.

With that token, the assault rifle made by Elder Dwarf would probably be called ED01A.

"I guess I should say as expected of a Great Demon Lord aide."

“Now imagine my surprise when I saw your monster; at least ten times yours now. Well then, everyone, introduce yourself ... 'Cool as possible.' ”

One of the three monsters accompanying Marcho was about to open his mouth.

It was a monster that had the head of a golden-haired lion, the wings of a huge eagle, and the tail of a white snake.

“I am a Lion of Gryphon. Given to me by Great Demon Lord Marchosias-sama, I am Golguna. Celestial Fox, the power within you is quite great but you are still too green and unreliable. ”

Tenko was offended after she heard the interlocutor speak. He took a step forward and prepared a modified rifle.

"You want to know how unreliable Tenko is?"

"Well-why. You lost your patience as soon as I said you were green and unreliable ... Come on, watch it carefully. ”

When Tenko narrowed her eyes, there was an almost invisible fine thread on her neck.

His head might have been cut off had he rushed in.

He stiffened in surprise and at that moment, his entire body was bound by numerous spider threads. He was bound to the point that only his face from the nose was not covered.

"Nn, ms, nnUgh."

The female monster next to the Lion Gryphon looked at Tenko as she groaned and wriggled like a caterpillar, unable to stand up. The female monster then giggled and laughed.

Four spider legs broke through his clothes so that combined with his four humanoid limbs, the number reached eight. It was most likely this spider monster that bound Tenko.

Tenko's magic power then swelled. He tried to burn the thread that bound him using his specialty: fire magic. However, no matter how long time passed, the magic was never activated.

The spider-legged woman then spoke to Tenko.

“It was useless; my thread spread magic power. So, the [Creation] Demon King, Procell-sama, is happy to meet you. I am an Arachne. The name given to me by my master is Ammolite. "

The spider monster told me of its name. But just then, gunshots were heard. Elder Dwarf had fired his assault rifle.

However, the bullet was caught by the thread.

Considering how much power the bullet exerted, could it really be stopped by just a thread?

"For the punishment to strike without hesitation, is not bad."

“For what are you acting like you're underdog? [Eye] I've seen through the power of your thread. It might be able to stop a single bullet, but if I fire it quickly, it won't be able to survive. If you don't want to get hurt, let Tenko go. If you make a mistake, I will not hesitate to fire. "

Elder Dwarf directed his gun gaze towards Ammolite as he warily stared at his enemy. He had a skill called the [Eye of Truth] that allowed him to analyze every single thing in this world.

“Serious blow. I agree my thread will not withstand a quick attack from you, but Dwarf-ojouchan, didn't you forget something? ... We three. ”

Before he even finished his sentence, I felt a strong bloodlust coming from behind.

A monster was born from my shadow and a claw was then pressed against my neck.

I don't know when but the third monster disappeared from my sight and used that time to infiltrate my shadow.

"I am a Tartaros. The name given to me by the master is Kurayami. And Dwarf, if you dare to take a single step, I will cut his neck. " (Note: Kurayami means darkness.)

The third monster that appeared was a black werewolf. It was not really big, standing about two meters below, but its body showed that it was an experienced warrior.

"I understand. I will not refuse. But remember this: once you no longer have hostages, I'll separate you from the limb. "

If Marcho is really serious, we'll be really checkmate.

Meanwhile, the Lion Gryphon triumphantly spoke to Tenko.

"Celestial Fox, do you see now why I called you green and unreliable? You are your Demon King's closest friend, his strongest hand? This is the result of losing your cool and giving in to your emotions; you easily fall into the trap and are powerless to do anything about it. "

Tenko gritted her teeth and looked at the Marcho monster.

“Dwarf-jouchan, you also failed. If you believe your attack will bypass my defense by firing your weapon quickly, you must do so before you make any threats. Like that, you have given your enemy time, lost your attention from your most important Demon King, and then let him receive a surprise attack, don't you? ”

Elder Dwarf lowered his head and clenched his fists.

It was annoying but Marcho's monsters were strong, other than cunning.

But that's enough.

"So, Marcho, for how long do we have to continue this joke? If you were serious about this, we would have no other choice but to use our trump card, wouldn't you agree? "

I smiled at Marcho while the claws were still stuck to my neck.

I know what his general intentions are.

“I'm surprised you can talk like that in such a situation. But it's like Procell said, enough. "

The Marcho monster returned to his side.

And the thread around Tenko opened.

"Out-san!"

Tenko came back to me. He then stood in front of me and warily looked at Marcho.

"It's okay, Tenko. Marcho only ... "

When I started talking, Marcho did too.

“I'll talk to myself. The show just now was to make you all realize how naive you all are. If I really want to, I can exterminate you all. You are not ready. Did you say something like that coward? The Other Demon King would not think so. Procell, you said you had a trump card; but even if it's true, it probably won't go your way. "

"Well, who knows?"

I have a trump card.

It was a secret I created with the help of Elder Dwarf. It was made in preparation for when Marcho would antagonize us.

It depends on the way it is used but is certainly capable of turning the waves.

“I want you to know the fear of fighting the Demon King before you meet the others. Especially, the old Demon King. And you managed to face me calmly. You better remember that calmness because otherwise, they will swallow you completely. ”

"I'll definitely remember. After all, it's too painful not to remember. ”

Without the necessary experience, Tenko and Elder Dwarf were both unable to make full use of their abilities.

And it didn't matter the direct battle; in a fight like this, they would be toyed with.

I, too, am ashamed of my inability to respond to the monsters that attacked from my shadow. There are many things we have to ponder.

"The lesson is over. Ah, just in time. It's coming soon. All right, time for the [Evening Party]. ”

At the same time as those words, a voice spoke in my mind.

『Kids of the stars. Now time. Collect, shine, and show off your presence. 』

I think I know that voice.

Children of the stars, his voice was strangely familiar.

My consciousness drifted away.

Tenko tightly grabbed my hand and as I clutched her back, she smiled.

And then, my consciousness was gone.

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I've woken up.

Blue sky. But it's not the usual sky blue, it's the sea blue.

Stars flicker. But the stars are completely different colors.

When I look around me, there is a garden but somehow it feels unnatural.

There is no way this place exists somewhere in the natural world. It was a world that someone had created.

I looked forward and was astonished at the snow-white palace that was too big, too impressive and too beautiful.

I don't know when but Marcho was next to me and spoke.

"There is a place where the Creator, the one who created us the Demon King, is. The Demon King's Palace. ”

[The Night Party] where all the Demon Lords gathered now began.