Shitara Slime Datta Ken (WN)
Holy City

A city shrouded in a quiet light.

A holy city protected by a sacred barrier.

This is a high level defense barrier developed through years of difficult study.

This barrier prevented uninvited outsiders from entering and protected the city for over a thousand years.

This is truly the embodiment of citizen prayer.

It can even block the sunlight so that the natural light of the city can be regulated. So it is brighter in the afternoon and darker in the evening.

The temperature inside the barrier remains mostly year-round thus creating cool summers and warm winters.

And thanks to isolated farmland, they can harvest crops any season of the year.

A paradise where no one is hungry.

Every child receives the same education and every citizen is employed.

Heaven of law and harmony.

That was the Holy City Ruberius of the Holy Ruberion Empire.

Hinata walked down the path to the Great Sacred Chamber.

The gentle warmth that enveloped him seemed to calm his heavy heart.

This country is rich.

No one is hungry or sleeping on the streets.

Everyone is given a role they respect.

They wake up to the sound of the morning bell and fall asleep at sunset.

Those with superior abilities help those with lower abilities. And this harmony ensures that the happy life of the citizens continues.

Land of equality under god. This reality called the Holy City lay before him.

Hinata saw the faces of the nearby residents.

They all had calm smiles on their faces.

But, he could not help feeling that something was wrong every time he was in the city.

He could move from the Great Cathedral in the Holy City of Ruberius to the Western Saint Church of the Kingdom of Ingracia in a matter of seconds.

These two cities were connected through a huge magic circuit.

The capital city of Ingracia is the most developed city in the world and houses the Council and the Freedom Association.

Therefore, to spread the teachings of the church there they prioritize making direct access to the city.

In fact, about six hundred years ago the Kingdom of Ingracia and the Holy Empire of Ruberion exchanged protective magic for transfer magic and decided to connect their city.

As a result, instead of in this holy land, they gained the ability to establish the headquarters of the church in the Kingdom of Ingracia.

Hinata, however, found the holy city to be the ideal and sought to create a society that would not need to fight with the Kingdom of Ingracia or any other country.

He seeks a society where the weak are not preyed upon by the strong.

However, the Ingracia Kingdom and the Holy Ruberion Empire were too incompatible.

And it made him feel out of place.

The Free City of Ingracia and the Harmonious city of Ruberius; indeed, they are opposite poles.

And the discomfort only increased when looking at the faces of the children.

He could hear the sounds of children coming from the school that was built adjacent to the Great Sacred Space.

Perhaps too late, some children desperately ran towards the building.

Those who could run faster were grasping their slow hands.

A common sight that is hardly problematic. But Hinata was uncomfortable.

What will happen in Ingracia?

There is a school next to the church.

He often sees children playing outside. What tastes?

At daybreak, the children who were late ran out of the gate smiling. Those who are too slow will not be able to learn.

At that moment, those who were quick had a proud look as if they obtained what naturally belonged to them.

What do you think will happen to these children who will help others like the children of Ruberius?

Of course, none of them would make it to the lesson and be scolded by the teacher.

Of course, they just had to get up early.

But this is a small difference.

But for some reason the discomfort of Hinata will not fade.

What difference?

Are they faster not good? No, it's not that.

Although they ignored the slower children, they did not make fun of them.

Moreover, the sluggish children just laughed sheepishly.

They had fun even when scolded by the instructor.

Well then, what about here in Ruberius?

The children all had the same facial expressions.

A quiet smile.

The same as worn by adults – satisfaction.

And somewhere within that expression was a feeling of abandonment, hence the cause of Hinata's displeasure.

He only started noticing this after Slime Rimuru mentioned his anger towards the children.

Although it must have been just nonsense, Hinata unintentionally thought of his words.

Hinata ignored this thought.

He couldn't possibly show an unsightly appearance before the Seven Celestial Sages.

Last time, immediately after being told that Veldora was reborn, she received a report from Monsters ’Country Tempest.

As a result, even though the Sages called out to him, for some reason they were unable to meet him.

So, a week has passed.

That could be said, it was probably the first time he had met them as the Seven Celestial Sages. And notice something he's holding you backyou care.

The last time, when they told him about Veldora, was the first time he had seen them together.

Previously, he would study under each and move on to the next one immediately after completing training.

And, after graduating as a disciple, he had never met them while receiving his orders.

At most, no more than six people gathered at the same time.

How strange these people are.

They may have traveled the world for unknown reasons.

If that was the case, then Veldora's rebirth was an unimaginably significant event.

Since Hinata had never personally suppressed Veldora's rampage, she was not surprised by the news but could still judge its importance based on the response from other countries.

So he might be right in delaying the trip to Tempest.

But he could not simply ignore the demon lord who ruled so close to humans.

And the presence of dangerous monsters only underscores the urgent need to conquer them all.

But, is this Japanese reincarnated as a monster really a barrier that needs to be removed?

According to their beliefs, he was undoubtedly an evil demon.

So why does she feel so lost…?

Even.

(Once, I feel lost, yes.).

Hinata is reflecting.

Feeling uncertain like him. Because it was mocking itself, he hardened his heart.

Right, even he could feel lost.

He lived to create “World equivalent without struggle”.

A world where children abandoned by their parents can live happily.

Maybe it was an idealistic and impractical goal. But to Hinata, who was about to withdraw from this reality, the church appeared to be the embodiment of that ideal.

Since then, Hinata will never doubt the Creed of the Church and systematically work to spread it.

Unlike her mother who clung to religion, she was in a position where she protected her beliefs.

And that's the source of Hinata's trust.

Even though he did not believe in god, he would recognize him as long as it was useful.

Achieving goals is more important.

Thus, he had never wavered since joining the Western Church of Saints.

And now, for the first time, a conflict has arisen between his thinking and the teachings of the church.

So he decided to seek advice from his instructor.

Satisfied with this decision, he found himself standing before the door of the Great Sacred Chamber.

Without faltering, he opened the door and entered.

In front sat his instructor, the Seven Heavenly Sages.

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As he passed through the inner space he felt the air change.

He was now within the absolute defensive barrier of the empire.

The area is isolated from the outside by a barrier that will prevent anyone not invited to enter.

Hinata stepped forward confidently.

The path to the mountain to the plantation. That's where he'll meet his instructor.

When Hinata arrived, four of them were already seated.

Four among the Seven Heavenly Sages.

Hinata greeted them.

He raised his eyes to see the four of them calmly nodding.

Their faces were hidden behind masks, he could not read their expressions.

“Stay. No need to sit so formally 」

「Thank you for coming, Hinata. Are you here about Veldora's countermeasures? 」

「What a sad face! The dragon was a natural disaster. Not something we humans can fight 」

「Is there something that worries you?」

They ask.

As usual, he had no idea who among them was saying what, perhaps one person uttered each line of it.

How strange they are.

Even the instructor said that there was no point fighting Veldora.

But does it not contradict their beliefs?

When he asked, they replied that 『Dragon Veldora is a monster and also not a monster』.

The dragon is actually a holy spirit and hence a ball of energy.

Therefore they are almost intangible beings.

And then, they added,

「The disturbing dragon just joined hands with the newborn demon lord」

“Good. The demon lord slaughtered the army of Farmas 」

「Never thought a single creature was capable of such a thing 」

「The evil dragon and demon king join hands .. if we do not proceed carefully, mankind will fall」

Right now, they were not in a condition where they could put up a fight.

But that's not something they can allow.

They could not simply agree to the fury of the enemy just because they were strong.

Hinata raised her head and looked into their eyes.

And,

「Pardon this distraction, but I won't run.

Whether it is a dragon or a demon king, I will bring home the victory of 」

He stated.

He could not forgive himself for thinking that just because the demon lord was his compatriot, he could talk to him once.

Maybe they insist that we can't handle them for fear of the demon lord.

The human heart is weak. Judgment is often covered with fear.

In fact,

He felt it was ridiculous to allow a raging creature to continue to exist.

They must destroy it immediately.

「Don't be arrogant, Hinata. Normal attack will not hurt that evil dragon 」

「Even a hero can only seal it!」

「Your attacks can hardly cause much damage」

「Creating an opponent will cause further problems. Are you still insisting on trying to defeat him? 」

But Hinata did not falter.

If he needed to be defeated, then he would defeat him.

「I came with request today」

He answers their questions.

To be honest, he wanted to seek advice on how to treat his reborn compatriot as a monster, but listening to reports that he joined hands with Veldora and massacred the Farmas army caused him to reconsider.

As he thought, humans and monsters could not coexist. They need to be destroyed before producing any further casualties.

His heart was free from worry, he felt at peace.

And he continued calmly.

「I came asking permission to use spiritual」 weapons

He was quietly waiting for their answer.

The movements of the Sages stopped and the room was filled with silence.

Suddenly, boisterous laughter filled the room.

『Fufufu, fuhahahahahaha !!!』

Hinata is not moving.

He was quietly waiting for their answer.

「Serious」

「Alright, we have witnessed your determination」

「Maybe you can beat him」

「I will allow it, Hinata” Hero “this generation. We will allow you to use the Spiritual Weapon! 」

Spiritual Weapons.

It was a weapon reserved only for heroes and was developed in secret by the church as an anti-monster weapon.

As an anti-monster weapon, it can only be used by someone loved by the spirits of – a hero.

Hinata is loved by the holy spirits.

But, having never sought this ultimate weapon, he did not call himself a hero.

His ability overwhelmed the enemy so he barely needed a spiritual weapon …

But not this time.

To Hinata, a hero was something that her original instructor, Izawa Shizue talked about.

Very strong and very good creatures.

Creatures that can make people's wishes come true.

Hinata understands.

He, whose face with a cruel expression could not be a tool to meet the expectations of other humans.

But this time he decided.

He could not allow the existence of monsters.

Maybe he can't be the hero of the people or grant their wish.

Even if it was a mistake, he could not allow a monster that would slaughter people for no reason to continue living.

Therefore, Hinata calls herself a hero.

And he drew a great sword.

One that is bigger than usual. It was so heavy that an adult man might not be able to swing it.

Swinging it like her human being does is self-defeating.

Even a professional weightlifter would not be able to lift this sword.

As someone who likes the rapier, Hinata muscles do not develop too rapidly.

Hinata fights by beating her opponent's speed.

No matter how special this weapon was to fight monsters, it was simply no match for him.

But, without hesitation, he approached the sword and raised it with one hand.

With a carefree expression on his face, he glanced at the sword.

He could easily swing his tip at the speed of sound and wield a sword as if it was his own body.

The movements resembled sword dances.

There's no problem.

But this was not because of his strength; perhaps giants could use it with his own strength.

Hinata only uses 『Heavy』 Manipulation and 『Inertia』 Manipulation at the same time.

So this large and powerful weapon did not burden him at all.

And if he added to the burden by the time it came into contact with his enemy, he could land a devastating blow.

Furthermore, no matter how fast his opponent was, as long as he canceled their inertia, he could fend off their attacks.

Thanks to his flexible swordsmanship and these skills, Hinata boasts an invincible nature.

Additional skills included in his unique skill 『Usurper』 are perfectly managed by the unique skill 『Mathematik』 Expert.

That is the secret of his power.

Not because of spiritual weapons.

That sword was the product of Celestial Sages' years of research in developing weapons to fight Veldora …

And Hinata has long since acquired it.

He did not need the wise man's permission to wear it; he himself refused it.

He convinced himself to only use them if allowed by the Sages.

And they allow it.

Hinata removed her barrier and returned to her original form.

A thin membrane covering his body turned into armor.

That's the reason why he didn't wear it. That is, he always wears it.

It is holy equipment, Saint Armor “Holymail”.

It was woven from high-level spirit power and could only be worn by those who surpassed human strength.

Transformed in a holymail, he had the appearance of a true hero.

Wrapped in the strongest holy armor, with the strongest anti-monster weapon in hand, he departed.