Shitara Slime Datta Ken (WN)
Ramiris Report

Suddenly breaking through calling for something…

W-what did you say !!! … Should I respond like that?

Ramiris ran while pointing at me.

Behind her, Beretta politely closed the door.

I somehow felt the need to praise his efforts.

And running towards me, I felt Ramiris brandishing something.

Suddenly, a creature, Diablo, dressed in fine clothes blocked his path.

He had been quietly observing the conference from the end of the table until now, but he could not let the intruders act as they pleased.

How am I supposed to say this? Ramiris was quickly arrested.

When struggling to get free,

「T-wait! What are you doing!!!”

She said.

What a fun person. Although I did not feel the slightest bit of the demon lord's dignity from him, he was still a pleasant person.

「Rimuru-sama, I have detained a suspicious individual.how should I proceed?

He shouted foolishness about the destruction of the city. Should I throw it away? 」

Diablo came up to me and politely asked.

「Yeah! I can't run even using all my strength ?!

T-this guy! He's not a kid, is he?

What, I asked: what happened! What am I doing ?! 」

As usual, he was very noisy.

To put it bluntly, for him to escape Diablo, who had twice as much magic power as him, was almost impossible.

So this is the demon king, huh?

Somehow, the reason I think the little demon lord may be entirely his fault.

「Rimuru-sama, are you acquaintances of this fairy?」

Fuze asked.

Aaah, the conference stopped again. Can't he barge in later?

His inability to read the mood did not change in the slightest.

「Yes, fairy Ramiris is indeed an acquaintance of mine.

He was also one of a kind demon king, sort of…? Or at least claim as.. 」.

“Hei! What do you mean “confess”!

I am feared as the strongest among the ten demon lords!

Ramiris the Great of the Labyrinth is none other than me! 」

He proudly exclaimed from within Diablo's restraint.

It seemed that he was completely unaware of his completely non-existent presence.

“Hah? A demon king …? 」

「Heeh, this thing?」

The assembled replied, fully in line with my prediction.

「Eh?

… Ehhh?

Whahuh? Shouldn't you be more surprised?

I'm the demon king, you know! What's with that bored look? 」

No-no.

Even if you claim to be one of them, you have been arrested.

Maybe they all just relax?

That's what I'm thinking, but

「Nah .. I mean, Rimuru-dono is the demon lord as well so I hope he has some acquaintance of the demon lord ..」

「At this point, having been scared to death by Veldora's rebirth, this worldly statement can hardly surprise me..」

They looked at each other and nodded.

I see, now that I think about it, it makes sense.

Different from them, though,

「Haaah? The rebirth of Veldora?

Aren't you all crazy!

Veldora is a small fry that I can handle with one punch!

It's hard to discuss. Well, his time is now over.

If you must fear someone, fear Me! 」

He said while laughing loudly.

If anything, talking would be his strength.

So I set him free and took him to Veldora's.

「Sorry Veldora, but can you fight it for a moment?

He is a demon king, so he will not die because of your aura 」

「Hmm? Sorry, I'm currently busy solving the great mystery of 」

「Ah, the culprit is Yasu. Solved, right?

So I leave him with you 」

I left these farewell words and returned to my seat.

Veldora opened her eyes wide, making a shocked face that screamed 『Eh? Why you have to ruin who did it! 』.

As for Ramiris, upon seeing Veldora, he immediately fainted .. and silence returned to the room.

After silencing the two troubled children, we decided to end the conference there.

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In the end, we decided to release the King and have Marquis Myula and Prince Herman seek accountability.

And we'll have Youmu seize the opportunity.

The Dwarven Kingdom, as a result of our recent victory, has expressed its intention to establish diplomatic relations with us.

The Sarion Witch Dynasty has also decided to recognize Tempest publicly as a sovereign state.

And, once we build a highway leading to it, they will also continue diplomacy with us.

These two countries were not affected by the Church of the Western Saints, so they could do so openly.

Thus, the Brumund Kingdom was the only remaining problem.

「It would be great if we could say goodbye to the church.

But I doubt the Board will secretly accept this .. 」

And that's what causes the most pain.

But, whatever they choose, they will get caught up in the conflict.

「I will somehow persuade the higher-ups. When I do, we will also seek diplomatic relations with you.

You'll take it, right? 」

He emphasized the point.

Of course we mauld, though.

Even from a profit-and-loss perspective, Tempest is a country recognized by the two strongest countries – Military State Dwargon and Sorcerer’s Dynasty Sarion.

So for sure they will be very happy with the opportunity to build diplomacy with us.

But, when compared to sticking with all Council member states, it is unclear which direction the scales will turn.

I know the answer.

Right now, sticking to the Board would be more profitable.

However, in ten years, we will at least become equals; and, after twenty, we will leave them in the dust.

Thus the definitive predictions made by Raphael by analyzing the available data.

But I'm not gonna tell them this

They have to choose for themselves, you know.

So, our current problem is the Western Church of Saints.

We foresee an inevitable clash not only with the Western Church of Saints but also with the Holy Kingdom of the Ruberium.

And that's a big deal.

I mean, we have to win and show our usefulness and cooperation.

So it seems like this problem will not be easily solved.

Right now, it all depends on our actions.

Thus ended the conference of various states with various expectations.

This sudden meeting will be history as an important turning point.

Of course, we couldn't figure it out at the time.

＊ ＊ ＊

In the middle of tidying up after the conference,

I feel that I'm forgetting something…

「Ah, you! What is this, what is this all about! 」

Something noisy is coming.

I'm recalling. He has come.

His face was full of tears, clearly seeking tranquility.

Can't help.

He fainted from seeing Veldora, and after waking up was guided to the manga world; so, even without realizing that the conference had ended, he had already agreed with Veldora the entire time.

Realizing that everyone was moving, he recalled his original purpose in a panic.

He was a very carefree individual, so I didn't expect anything important to come out of his lips.

But, upon hearing his words, the foreign guests stopped their preparations for departure.

And given the existence known as Ramiris, they returned to their seats.

Delighted by the sight, he arched his back emphasizing his pitiful chest.

And,

「I'll say it again! The Tempest country will fall !!! 」

He stated.

「A-what did you say !!!?」 (Read with monotone tone)

I asked as a kind of aizuchi.

「Fufu！ Well, it's not like I expected such a result.

So, be thankful that I have come all the way to deliver this report! 」

His words became very demeaning.

Playing together will only prolong this, so let's get straight to the point.

「So, why are we going to fall?」

He became serious after hearing these words and saw the officials gathered once.

And after thinking for a while,

「Well, it's not that this isn't human business, so okay. Listen in.

With the proposal of Demon Lord Clayman, the demon lords would hold the Walpurgis Banquet.

Supporting him were Demon Lords Frey and Milim.

As proposed by the three demon lords, it had been accepted.

The invitation has come to me too.

The discussion at the banquet was 『Revenue the murder of Demon King Karion』

And…

The culprit has been named as 『Idiot presumptuous who calls themselves the demon king – Rimuru』

Do you ... happen to call yourself one? 」

He asked with a serious face that really benefited the aloof Ramiris.

The gathered were trembling at his words. It seems like a serious problem.

By the way, who is the demon king Karion? But I don't remember fighting him?

「It is true that I call myself the Demon King, but I know nothing about the murder of Demon King Karion ..」

“Wait a minute!!! Has Karion-sama really been killed ?! 」

Interrupting my words, Grucius barged into the conversation.

Hm? Could he be Karion's subordinate?

「Demon Lord Ramiris, please answer me. Did Karion-sama really fall? 」

「T-wait a minute! Can you not barge in when people are talking ?!But anything.

It seems that Rimuru did not kill him, so there are evil tactics going on here.

“It's time for the great detective Ramiris, right?

At this point, the person announcing it was the most suspicious!

In other words .. The culprit was Demon Lord Clayman! 」

Completely ignoring Grucius' words, he immediately jumped to a conclusion.

However, though it pains Me to no end, its conclusion is affirmed by the Wisdom King Raphael.

As for him, he had just uttered the line he had read from the manga a second ago.

「Hey, I also agree with that hypothesis, but please answer Grucius' question.

Has Demon Lord Karion really been defeated? 」

The gathered fell silent, waiting for his response.

For these big countries, it was a big problem if the demon lord was defeated.

It signified a loss of balance among the demon lords.

But Ramiris did not care about such a matter.

Without a care,

“Hah? I don't know. Is that the invitation sent to me? 」

He replied nonchalantly.

He's still a kid. Although I think it's good enough he's willing to bother coming to let us know.

「So, for what purpose did you tell us about this?」

「Hmm? Oh, the thing is, I was worried thinking about what would happen to Beretta if you died?

So, deciding to be your ally, I'm coming.

That's why I'm gonna make the entrance to the labyrinth I'm here, okay? 」

「Hey, why are you discussing everything at once! What do you mean the entrance to your labyrinth?

I thank you for the warning, but this is a separate matter!

「Eeehhhh .. is it okay? Don't worry about the little things!

More importantly, Beretta wanted to say hello. Heeey, come! 」

Without listening to anyone else, he just said whatever he wanted to say.

I think the conversation is almost over.

What a free-willed individual he is!

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Anyway, we decided to disband.

It's not like we're gonna get more information from Ramiris.

Promising to inform our guests if any new information arrives, they are satisfied.

And, the conference is over, we are making preparations for their leave.

Well, for the Dwarf Kingdom, we just need to disconnect.

As for Fuze, he would rest a day here and then return to Brumund.

Duke Enalude wants to talk more with his daughter, so he'll spend a few days.

It was really an impromptu conference, but many important individuals gathered.

And even though we had a selfish elf barging into us, I judged the conference to be beneficial.

Then our impromptu conference ended.

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Well, after changing rooms, I've assembled the Department.

With Youmu, Myulan, and Grucius.

Even though we used a small conference room, we were all able to find a seat.

According to what Fuze had gathered, Walpurgis Banquest was the night that all the demon lords gathered together.

Three voices are needed to schedule it, a truly powerful collection of individuals.

The absentee must be prepared to face severe consequences, as this is a covenant made between all the selfish demon lords.

First, it is very rare and hardly mentioned in human literature.

But still, the name “The Walpurgis” banquet is usually associated with the beginning of the Great Holy Magic War.

The latter happened over a thousand years ago and resulted in numerous fatalities and major disasters.

Therefore, it is commonly known as a banquet that brings chaos and destruction to the land.

「Their current target is Rimuru-dana, so it's best to be prepared.

Worst case scenario, you will have eight demon kings as enemies.

That is if we trust the words of Demon Lord Ramiris, that is. 」.

Fuze said, worried about me.

“Alright, I will do something about it,” I said to convince him.

Hunted by the demon lord, though .. Give me a little time.

Therefore, I decided to hold a counter-action meeting.

「Now, I understand that it feels like we are continuing the conference indefinitely, but please be patient.

We are currently gathered here regarding 『Walpurgis Demon Lord』 banquet

According to Ramiris' report, I'm their target.

What do you think we should do? 」

Anyway, I'll ask for their opinion first as I always do.

“Iya!” Shion excitedly raised her hand.

When I pointed at him,

「How about we slash all the demon lords?」

Calling an idiot.

I felt a vein appear in my head. Hasn't something like this happened before…

「Shion, how will you cut it? Do you have a realistic opinion? 」

He lowered his head in shame to hear my words.

「However, it seems strange that Demon King Milim supports the idea.

Smells suspicious if you ask me 」

Souei.

I think the same.

“Good. I can't imagine Milim-sama betraying Rimuru-sama.

It is unfounded intuition. But I believe in my intuition. 」

Benimaru.

I see, even if he doesn't have proof, huh?

The thing is, I don't feel betrayed by Milim.

The Wisdom King Raphael too, although he had little data regarding this, mentioned that unless there were some major changes, such an outcome was impossible.

I decided to trust Milim.

「Kufufufufu. Well, if we have to fight all the demon lords, let's destroy them.

Frankly, Demon Lord Rimuru-sama is enough! 」

Shion nodded, pleased that there were others who agreed with him.

“Persis! Isn't it great to be a newcomer.

He took those words out of my mouth! 」

Everybody nods.

Why is this happening?

From the looks of it, more than half of them agreed completely with Veldora.

The Let’s Careful Party consists only of Gabil and Gerudo?

Everyone was preparing to leave; bloodthirst filled the room.

Suddenly, the meeting was dominated by the War Party.

「Wait a minute, relax.

Anyways. We all agreed that Milim would never betray me.

So, something must have happened.

As Ramiris mentioned earlier, the culprit might just be Clayman.

So we have to think about what has happened 」

I managed to divert the conversation from its dangerous path.

Let's get to the main point.

“Good? Ok?

Detective Ramiris's Great Intuition is just right!

Well then, shouldn't we blow up Clayman? 」

“I saw. That makes sense.

All right, I'll go and slash that guy.. 」.

「Hey, wait, wait! Relax a little, Shion.

Stop getting ready to go .. Benimaru and Souei, you too! 」

Really am.

It's not heading in the direction I want it to go.

And Ramiris was also carried away.

「By the way, why? Why do you have so many powerful demons lying around here ?!

At this point, it's okay for me to have Beretta! 」

He continued.

Truly an unsettling person. He didn't give up.

And, noticing that my comrades were strong, he got carried away.

His selfishness knows no bounds!

「Is it going to be okay? I can't believe Karion-sama has fallen.

But, are you willing to take me to this Walpurgis Banquet? 」

Gracius.

Hmph. Maybe me.

「Only the demon lord and two to three bodyguards can attend the banquet.

Individuals who were not involved in the banquet would be killed, you know? 」

Ramiris answered.

On that note, I was thinking of something I wanted to ask,

「Hey, can you tell them that I will participate?」

Everyone's eyes are on me.

I mean, if I'm being hunted, I'd better go and see them myself.

It can also serve as a good test for new barriers; and, worst of all, I have the confidence to escape.

So, rather than wandering in the shadows, didn't attacking them head-on sound more pleasant?

More important. I will never again allow this city to be a victim.

If you are planning to attack My friends, you should be prepared with My response.

Aaahs. Looks like I've turned into a muscle-to-brain as well.

「Kuahahaha!He's getting ready to go! Alright, I'll go too!

With me present, the Demon Lords will know of groundless fear! 」

“Iya! If master Vel-chan leaves, I will be safe too!

With Beretta too, my defense is perfect! 」

“...No? I'm not planning on protecting you at all? 」

「Ueee ?! It was very..cold..mister Vel-chan! 」

「And what's with” master “ini ..」

I don't know when, but they have become manga friends.

Being a friend is good and so on, but that feeling seems to have nothing in return.

So, through the channel of the special demon lord, Ramiris told them that I would participate in the banquet.

Truly a useless high-level skill — it allows communication through space manipulation.

While she was busy with it, Beretta came to greet me.

「I congratulate you for being the demon lord.

I have also received a blessing thanks to your evolution, and would like to thank you.

As a result, I have evolved from Arc Doll to Chaos Doll. 」

He said, bowing deeply.

He acquired the unique skill 『Saint Demon Union』

As a result, he basically canceled all physical or magical attacks, and, by combining demonic and divine powers, he evolved into a Chaos puppet.

So, for example, when the bow puppet was unable to move in the Sacred Barrier where I was trapped, he was now evolving outside of it.

A new spirit essence was awakened within his body, and by mixing with the magical ones, they became the Sacred Demon.

I really want to learn it, but now is not the time for it.

「O-oh. As long as you are healthy.

After this incident is over, let's talk for a minute? 」

“Ay! Your words are useless to someone like me. I look forward to such a time. 」

“Yes. I'm also glad you listened to what Ramiris said.

Well, as long as you ignore the unreasonable order.

If anything happens during Walpurgis Banquet, I'm counting on you. 」

“Send me. I'll live up to your expectations! 」

After such an exchange, Beretta sat down.

Since Ramiris had only one subordinate, Grucius went with him.

Myulan also wanted to settle her grudge, but Youmu stopped her.

Well, his fighting strength is a little lacking.

So Beretta and Grucius will be with Ramiris.

As I spoke to Beretta, Shion looked at me with a sad expression.

He would have gone berserk if I hadn't taken him.

So, I decided Shion as one of my escorts.

And, summoning Ranga from within my shadow…

「I hope you will choose Me. I won't lose to people like some demon lord! 」

How reliable.

So it's decided.

Benimaru and Souei were disappointed, but they had to deal with it.

There is also a duty to ensure the defense of this city.

Together with Gabil and Gerudo, we have a solid defense system.

On one of a million occasions, the Church sent a conquest team, I asked Diablo to observe the territory.

Destroying the Templars to take down the Sacred Barrier became a priority.

So maybe I should leave Souei to stand guard as well.

While waiting for Ramiris' response, we were busy doing menial tasks.

In the end, my participation was acknowledged.

The demon lords might just think it was uncomfortable to have to go all the way here to attack.

But, this is a good opportunity.

I have now obtained the right to participate in Walpurgis Banquet.

The demon lords I was destined to meet — Leon Cromwell and Clayman.

But this time, my target is Clayman.

I have not forgotten the Orc Lord incident.

There is also a case of Myulan.

And more importantly, I'm worried about Milim.

Saying prayers.

You made me your enemy.

I'm not so naive as to forgive my enemies.

… As long as you're not a pretty girl…