Shitara Slime Datta Ken (WN)
Hinata And Kids

It had been a week since Fritz and Hinata reached Ingracia.

Even considering they were hitching a ride in the passing carriage, it still took some time. But no: for Hinata, impatience is forbidden.

Using the magic circle would be faster but would not make them understand the state of Ingracia like a journey.

Fritz and Hinata decide to disguise themselves as the daughter of a normal, young-spirited adventurer and young man.

Hinata had equipment left over from my adventure days, so she used that. Fritz bought some from a traveling salesman.

But they had no doubts about their equipment. Demon Lord Rimuru had sent them a modified Spirit Bracelet that could turn into a complete weaponry arranged on orders.

Although the quality of the modified gears did suffer as a result, it was still relatively unique. Why the Demon King did this he did not know, but he appreciated it greatly.

So, even if the worst happened, they would not need to rely on what they brought, and use it as a disguise.

And thus they appreciated these shabby clothes and continued on their way.

Oh, and they sneak into the kingdom using fake id.

Currently Hinata was staying at a cheap inn in the suburbs.

For a whole week Hinata did not leave her room. He had used a spirit familiar to figure out the happenings in that city.

Fritz, however, wandered around the Academy. With his own eyes and ears he studied the city.

Trying to figure out how to get into the academy or if some trader needs protection.

The academy is a fortress, guests are not allowed.

Except, the entrance to the Academy Library is open to the public, but is undoubtedly being watched by Yuuki.

Hinata tries to find a way in without telling Yuuki about her presence.

During his investigation, Fritz became acquainted with a number of food distributors employed by the Academy and managed to convince them to become merchants selling food.

The problem is, the Academy has a lot of students.

They needed many merchants and workers just to prepare one meal for all the students.

Thus, Fritz and Hinata were able to secure a job within the Academy by helping out in the kitchen.

And the next week passed. As their work continued, they began to investigate.

They had to move out during childbirth in the morning. Although breakfast is simple, they still require extensive preparation.

After observing the workplace for a week, they found the best time to move.

If they were to deliver food when it was still dark they could definitely peek and leave unseen.

For a week they were more or less aware of the layout of the academy.

Using the spirit familiars, they found a powerful source of light spirit energy.

And as Rimuru said, there was a child blessed by the spirit of light.

Hinata heard the full story at the party. Although he had once rejected his words as nonsense, he now felt he had an obligation to protect these children.

You could say they were his students as well.

(Clown's note: the reason is because they were taught at the school where he was taught, so it seems like they are his underclassmen [kouhai], but more than that, it is, because this academy is closer to a martial arts dojo. So as someone who

“Lulus” academy he now feels responsible for them)

But he was still not satisfied with his explanation as to why they were summoned.

Think about it: Yuuki told Rimuru that Hinata called them while trying to summon a real hero.

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But putting aside the difficulties and the need to raise a new hero, neither Hinata nor the Church calls for children.

In other words, Yuuki must have done it.

If that's the case, why would he do it? Did he fail in calling and getting it? Or did he intend to call them to begin?

Hinata could not understand.

Both Hinata and Rimuru had learned during their confrontation that Yuuki was trying to blame the mistake of summoning Hinata.

So, in addition to that question, the more important one still remains: why?

Maybe he was just making use of a failed summoning.

But he felt that he should know the reason why he did it. And who said there were only 5 kids he called? And what about adults?

All these thoughts swirling around inside his head caused his great anxiety.

But he decided to ignore them all and focus on making a plan to save the children.

Then came the fateful day.

Fritz finished his preparations and Hinata left to deliver supplies to the Academy.

After working like that for a week, Hinata became somewhat friendly with the grandmother who worked there.

But that thought made her recall the fact that her current appearance was obscured by magic items; she instead looked like a red-haired girl in general.

So grandma didn't talk to him, but at his red-haired appearance. This thought made him feel very lonely.

But this is not the time for such sentimentality.

Send the goods, wait for the opportunity, and proceed with Fritz to that light source. Hinata and Fritz will move as planned.

They will be eyeing the moment when the merchants deliver the food and start returning home.

He would create the illusion of himself leaving the place and instead heading towards the children. Thus, the red girl would chat to get out of Hinata.

The magic would only work until he left the place, but that much time was enough.

Today he only plans to talk to the children and make sure that they are not in immediate danger.

Ten minutes was enough to see how they performed, and that would be the first step.

Of course, if things turn bad, he's ready to blow his way out.

In that case, he would never again talk to those grannies …

And that thought did bother him, but it did not affect his determination.

Fritz was busy with work so he decided to go alone.

Straight to that light.

He used a translucent spell and suppressed his presence to its maximum extent in order to remain undetected.

Climb to the third floor, without making a sound.

Her basic parameters are enhanced by magic, she moves as a super woman. Unlock the door with magic, and sneak in without whispering.

And finds himself in a dimly lit classroom.

The light barely came in: obviously, considering it was still 6am.

But it was still a strange room. There are several tables — only four.

There's a door in the back, connecting to another classroom.

There were several doors in the hall, but could they really be called doors? They were locked not with keys but with magic, so he could not open them.

It was a strange design. It can hardly be called an ordinary classroom.

Pondering over everything for a moment, he instead turned around and headed towards the room that was emitting that light. Time is very important, so he has to move on.

Hinata opened the door and entered.

A dining table was being prepared; so he felt the life inside the room.

Hinata carefully continued.

There is something similar to a partitioned bedroom.

Four mattresses lay there; so that's where the children slept.

And then, Hinata subconsciously took a step>

If he did not do so, he would be hit by a wooden sword.

「Wow .. you avoid that. Goody! Thief?”

A voice came from a commanding child who seemed to have just risen.

A weak-spirited Japanese boy, a beautiful European boy.

And a pretty blonde girl.

「Why are you coming? Nothing to steal here? 」

「Onee-chan, who are you?」

The Japanese boy and the blonde girl asked Hinata.

The European child stood firm as if protecting other children. The commanding boy stood in the back.

Hinata sighed and raising both her hands showed she had no desire to fight.

And,

「The one with the wooden sword is Kenya Misaki, kun?

And there is no need to be too tense, Gale-kun 」

He yelled.

As Rimuru explained. All five children except Chloe O’Bell are black-haired; she seems to be missing.

「You know us?」

The frail-looking boy, Sekiguchi Ryota asked.

“Yes. I heard about you from Rimuru.

And another one, Chloe O’Bell.

As Rimuru said.

My name is Sakiguchi Hinata.

You may have heard some bad things about Me, but I'm not here to harm you.

I've come to talk, but it looks like we're running out of time.

It would be great if I could make you trust Me .. 」

Kenya sits on a chair, his wooden sword in hand.

Without a change in his attitude,

「Ah, so you are an acquaintance of Rimuru-sensei」

He said, with a smile on his face.

「But Hinata Sakaguchi is the name of the villain!」

「True, the one who called us, is useless to us, and is trying to kill us! And we are only here because Yuuki-oniichan and Rimuru-sensei saved us 」

「But he doesn't seem to be the enemy. It's okay to believe it .. isn't it? 」

While saying various things, the children sat in chairs.

It seems that being an acquaintance of Rimuru earned him trust.

But he didn't mess it up for a second with confidence in her; the stories they heard about her must have made her sound like a demon herself.

It made him frown a little, but at least it did not cause them to attack him directly.

First of all, it was just an unfounded accusation.

Unfortunately, there is no time to explain. So he thought he would go with the flow and give them an overview of the situation.

「Yes, thank you for trusting me.

I've met Rimuru and heard about you from her.

I don't have time for a full explanation.In short, I want to take you to Rimuru's place.

We will explain everything there 」

「Eh? Rimuru-sensei place? I want to go!”

「But won't the church come after us.. I really want to go..」.

Conversations filled the room.

「The church will not cause problems …

I want you to listen without yelling. I'm the Captain of the Hinata Church Guards.

Yeah, I was.

The person you talked about earlier, “Hinata who called us” is me.

But, straight away, I didn't call you.

Please believe me.

And it will also be explained in time 」

「Whhaaattt ?!」

“Hah? But if the church is not responsible, then who?

Why are we stuck here? 」

「True ... If you think about it, stalker?」

「But this Onee-chan could have lied, you know!」

Hinata narrowed her eyes observing the children.

As he expected, he had to fight to convince them.

He didn't have time to explain enough to convince them. So if this isn't enough, he should come back again.

Before he met Rimuru he would just put them under protection and take them from here by force.

Hinata is the type of person who will choose the shortest and safest path and logically execute that plan.

But now? Here he tried to influence the hearts of a group of children.

How weak I am, he thought.

Showing emotion will definitely increase the chances of failing – that he understands.

And if the children show hostility, then he will fail. He had to come over again and again while avoiding detection.

But Hinata still chose to reveal her identity to them.

Forcing your mind on others is just self-satisfaction.

Hinata now chose the longest path, and found the fact amusing. But he did not regret this change.

One thing about her did not change: she refused to regret.

「It's okay. We can trust him.

My friend, Hikaru said so! 」

“Yes! I think so too. I mean, this Onee-chan is loved by the spirits! 」

“Ya true. I also trust him 」

「Then it is decided. Lefs go. But we have to hurry. Can we go like this? 」

Hinata opened her eyes wide at the children.

He didn't expect it to be this easy. Going now would also go against the plan.

Besides,

「I appreciate the sentiment, but we can't leave yet.

The most important ... where is the fifth – Chloe? 」

「Onee-chan ... who are you talking about?」

「We don't know anyone by that name?」

Whahuh? He thought they were joking, but their eyes were serious.

There were no signs of lies in their words. They tell the truth.

But how is it…?

“I'm late!”

That's when Fritz came in.

Their time was too little, there was no time to hesitate.

They should leave now or plan for another day.

If they wait, there will be new risks. Moreover, the children seemed to be ready to travel, so this seemed like a good opportunity.

But Chloe's not with them, and that's a problem.

And while Hinata was deliberating,

「Nothing to worry about, you know? I mean, I can't let you take it 」

A boy called out to Hinata with a smile.

Fritz leaped back while pulling his sword.

Black hair and black eyes. They are familiar with this man. And he just found Fritz.

And not just Fritz; neither the children nor Hinata saw him approaching.

He's not an ordinary man.

「Kagurazaka Yuuki.」.

Hinata mutters.

There, in front, stood the Freedom Association Master.

「It looks like I can only fish two fish with this bait (kids).

I think it's okay. Guard Captain Hinata, you are not a child.

I guess that bait fulfills its purpose 」

Yuuki said with a smile full of absolute happiness, causing Hinata to be frightened.

He felt cold sweat forming on his back and his senses screamed danger.

Strengthening himself, he made his determination.

“Smiling boy from his memory.”.

What nonsense.

His hair stood at the end facing such a crime.

He was still smiling and looked calm.

But what he feared was his presence.

This kind of crime he must immediately defeat.

Strengthening his determination, he faced Yuuki!