The Church Moved
The Devil Grucius was patrolling around the forest when a sudden incoming telepathic communication confused him.
「Hm? Is something wrong? 」
Several of his teammates from the frontier garrison who were worried about him asked him simultaneously.
These good-hearted fellows, not doubting that I’m a devil. Unaware about it himself, Grucius sees the illusion of real companions in them.
「Nothing, I’m fine」
I replied thus, and they were relieved.
I am now receiving the contents of the telepathic communication.
There’s no doubt, something’s happening.
It was irritating and I can’t think of anything.
After that I tried to telepathically communicate just in case, but nothing came out of it.
Grucius’s heart was gradually filled with anxiety while paying attention in order to prevent his teammates from realizing his unrest.
The face of demon lord Clayman was filled joy after receiving the report.
That’s good. Indeed, there are few demon lords that will still be merciful after being annoyed.
Rapporteur Frey said so while elegantly drinking tea.
There’s no doubt.
The 10 great demon lords who ruled over Makai.
Moreover, to have tried to threaten the absolute strongest, the last moments of the demon lord Karion will be good publicity.
「Kukuku, everything is going on smoothly, just as planned. 」
「Ara? Is that so? I am glad that I was of use. 」
Frey stood up and gave words of agreement without having ulterior motives.
「I’ll be going back, but what about Milim? From the looks of the battle, any devil trying to settle the matter will be ripped to shreds? 」
Tsk. With a frown on her face, Frey looked at Clayman.
「It will probably be fine for you to take care of it. After all, you and her are friends right? I entrust it to you, please accept it. If my castle is destroyed, I wouldn’t be able to bear it. 」
Hearing such words, Frey goes「Yare, yare 」 while shaking her head.
「Even though I don’t want my house to be destroyed? Well, it’s useless no matter what I say right? 」
「It’s great you understand. You may go! 」
That attitude shows that he doesn’t even treat Frey as an equal anymore, but rather a subordinate under his rule.
Frey didn’t show any signs of discomfort in her expression, she sent a piercing gaze at Clayman and left.
A smile appeared on Clayman’s face after making sure that Frey left.
Everything is going according to the plan of “that person”
In the original plan, the Orc lord was designated as the new demon lord. The reason for backing this plan was in order to manipulate the said demon lord.
But then, a suspicious monster appeared, and it created a monster town. As soon as this was known, the plan was modified to utilize the town.
The bait was bit, and luckily the one who bit it was the strongest demon lord.
Then, as usual, he carries out his periodic report.
He has sworn his allegiance to the true master……
Ever since Myulan joined the Frontier Garrison, every day was an extremely busy day.
If they were simple curses, she could teach them. Before she became a devil she was originally a witch. Teaching curses used by humans is a simple task.
In the first place, asking a newcomer to take up the position as the staff officer is not a good idea…
That’s probably the impression she had if she were to put it in words.
To think of her as irresponsible is virtually impossible.
After interacting with people for a while, long- forgotten feelings started to resurface.
And,
「Myulan, is it fine? Please tell me your response soon! 」
Said by a man courting her, she looked back at Youmu.
I was on alert whether we were discovered, but Grucius said he didn’t fell anything.
But recently, not only his attitude but even his words contain hints of courtship.
He said,
「I love you. Please date me! You will definitely be happy, I promise! 」
ED: That’s not a hint XD
Even though he usually has a frivolous attitude, he was actually serious. He hasn’t made any moves until now.
To be honest, the experience called love is something that girl has no experience with whatsoever.
There was more joy than anxiety. Moreover…
(He said he promises happiness…
How could a human fall in love with me?)
In the end, she postponed the reply.
She’s been a devil for 400 years, but this is the first time she felt such insecurity.
In such a state, Myulan was contacted by Clayman.
For the devil Myulan, Clayman isn’t the target of her loyalty.
The last time she reported, she rememebed that Clayman was in a strangely good mood, and felt uncomfortable.
Unfortunately, she has no countermeasures. It’s not something she can openly go up against.
And suddenly she received contact.
(You appear healthy. Thanks to the information you bought, everything is going smoothly here. Good job. Even though I have been keeping your heart for you, I think I might return it soon.)
A sudden offer.
Her opponent is a Demon lord. To even trick those working under him without shame, he is certainly the wicked Marionette Master.
(Wow! Thank you very much!)
That would be the safe answer.
(There’s no need for you to be cautious. What? I just have one last thing I want you to do. Until then, keep enjoying your leisurely life. Now then, see ya)
She was spoken to without being able to reply, and the connection was cut.
Doing what she has done so far, she simply followed orders.
However, if I really was released……
(I wonder would I have accepted him?)
With a uneasy feeling in her chest, Myulan resumed and acted as if nothing has happened.
Sakaguchi Hinata awakened from her light nap in a sleepy state.
Diligently serving her, Nicolas had brought her a cup of coffee.
「Oh, have you awakened? 」
Cardinal Nicolas Spertus.
To Hinata, that man is as faithful as a tamed puppy.
Without getting tired, she looked at him who licked her body clean.
(Really, just like a dog…)
He worships Hinata, as if she was a goddess or a saint. An idiotic man, Hinata though.
He desires her body. It’s cheap. Even though I don’t think this body is worth that much, he can do whatever he wants with it.
Of course, that girl also has carnal desires. She’s not sexually frigid. Even so, what then?
That means,
The reality is that people around her can’t understand her.
「Now, breakfast is ready. What would you like to eat? 」
Sweets were suddenly brought fourth.
Because anybody who knew Nicolas would describe him has an arrogant egotistical, cold-blooded man with the mask of a saint.
「Ah, I got it. Thank you」
When Hinata calls out casually, Nicolas nods his head with glee.
After a long time, the meal tasted delicious.
「Oh yes. I had something to report to you, this is something a spy brought earlier. 」
After finishing their meal and being relaxed, Nicolas talked to Hinata.
Hinata, while combing her prized black hair left and right with her comb, stared at Nicolas.
Picking up her circular glasses off the table and putting them on,
「Let’s hear it.」
She asked briefly.
On her the usual calm, cold expression.
The time to relax has come to an end.
Nicolas began sharing his information.
In addition, certain countries had already started trading with the monsters, that was what information were shared.
「What did you say? These monsters overturned the churches’ religious belief that monsters are common enemies of mankind……」
Hinata mutters, to which Nicolas nods.
「That’s right, what will you do? 」
「Fumu… That’s right…」
Hinata is in deep though.
At the very least, as long as they are crushed before they make contact with humans, everything will be over.
「We can only wait and see now. However, investigate the war potential of that town, and ensure this is a force we can crush! As the church, we cannot move unless there is a request from somewhere. Well, if nothing turns up we can simply force one out…」
TN Note: I’ve already lost count how many fantasy novels have a human supremacy religion as their main antagonist…
Thus a conclusion was made.
After hearing this remark, Nicolas nodded.
「Let someone check it out!
We’ll mobilize the “Blood Shadow” of the church! 」
The Blood Shadow is a fallen knight. With high combat prowess, he was a serial killer who murdered commoners.
However, his abilities are top-notch, not someone the church could just simply disposed of.
It was ironic considering Hinata’s position as God’s guardian of justice.
「Is that so? Then, I’m leaving it to you. It’s best if you don’t forget about the church’s discipline. 」
This isn’t the stage to take action.
That’s what she decided.
As a result, the bloodthirsty mad hound was released.