To the rather blunt question of Shion, who pried too much into other people’s business, Benimaru tried to dodge the question while trembling. However, he was unsuccessful and the place was filled with an awkward atmosphere. The reason for this was his marriage (soul binding) with Momiji, which had been approved in the time of the victory celebration party. It was celebrated then, but there were various traditions that had not ended yet. He was also concerned about this, but Benimaru thought that he should restrain himself until it soon reached such circumstances. Above all, the situation immediately progressed to an emergency state after Guy’s attack and Veldora’s rampage. He had no time to think about such matters now. Now at last, they could have a relatively short amount of calm. Although, the demons (Diablo’s group) were summoned with a transfer not long ago and just made a sortie, this didn’t change the fact that he couldn’t let his guard down in the event of something happening later. The words said by Benimaru were true but,
Souei who heard the conversation urges Benimaru. After all, in this situation he would give a reason somehow or another to obviously postpone the problem. For Souei who has long been acquainted with him, he clearly understood his close friends thoughts. 「However, you…… Although Rimuru-sama went to the front line, only I’m in such――」
「There’ll be no problem. There are 12 Guardian Lords with several others standing by in here. My subordinates said that they didn’t get enough highlights, so we can cope with it even if you are not here. Apart from that, the quicker you do it and awaken, you can become more useful to Rimuru-sama, right?」 「I know that but…… How about you, Shion? Why you can’t evolve? What reason do you have?」
「Benimaru, it’s alright to entrust this place to us. Currently, I had strengthen the surveillance in various places. If there are any signs of movements, we could immediately deal with it. You should fulfill your duty.」
Thus, Benimaru was finally determined because of those two’s prodding.
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「Geez! Teacher was absolutely letting his guard down. I’m sure of it. Really, geez. It can’t be helped right, if he was careless, Teacher should be invincible…….」
「Well I believe that teacher will be all right though! When Rimuru went for it, there’s nothing to be worried about」
「…… Wait a moment, Shinji. If you have anything to say I will listen, though?」 「No, there’s nothing.」
「Eh, Dino-san? Where had you gone? That reminds me...... Rimuru-sama was looking for you, you know?」 「Ah, my bad my bad. It’s just a small business. By the way, is Ramiris here?」 Such conversation was heard. Dino who had been missing came back, and Mark seemed to notice him.
Ramiris stops drinking her juice and flies up, she’s about to go towards Dino. And then, Dino confirms it,
Dino’s thrust out hand in front of Ramiris was gripped by Beretta from the side instantly. Although Dino moved at a speed that even Shinji and co couldn’t follow with their eyes, Beretta seemed to prevent it. It seems that because the reaction was too quick, they could only compensate by guessing.
Dino let out a sigh like he was bored while looking at Beretta with his eyes closed partly. Finally Shinji and co grasped the situation, it seems that the situation wasn’t a trivial matter. However, someone still not catching up with the situation,
Ramiris looked at Beretta and Dino alternately, she seemed to be desperately trying to understand the situation. Shinji moved quickly and stood in a position to protect Ramiris beside Beretta. Similarly, Xing also moved but Mark collapsed on his spot. Dino might have eliminated Mark, as he was a hindrance, when he extended his hand toward Ramiris. Mark, the same as Shinji, was a subordinate of Ramiris. Therefore revival is possible even if he died….. even so, Shinji was not able to endure himself as his friend was killed. Shinji burned with anger,
He asked Dino. However, Dino only fixed his eyes on Ramiris without considering Shinji or the other people……
With serious face, he said that to Ramiris. But,
He was turned down flatly by Ramiris’s words. Dino who heard it began to laugh.
Therefore, I’ll make them go to sleep. Their evolution didn’t seem to be finished completely, it was great that my ability was effective. I can remove the hindrances without getting any trouble. Right now, the only people awake inside the labyrinth are the two of us.」 「Haa? Such a thing......」 「It is, that’s with my ability, Ultimate Skill『Slothful King Belphegor』, I made this labyrinth fall asleep!」 「Whatever! Send him to his end, Beretta-san!」 Ramiris shouted so, not knowing what influenced her.
He started attacking Beretta while saying those words. It was so sudden, the laboratory which had a considerably large space turned into a battlefield.