Conference – Main act
At one point the conference area was in a state of uproar, but it had died down somehow.
There were a bunch of problems involving this and that, but I somehow managed to settle them.
As expected of Veldora.
Well, if a “Disaster Class” monster suddenly appeared, it’s natural for people to start panicking.
When making future plans from now on, I’ll also have to think about Veldora’s movements huh.
Even though I have suppressed it, they must have been affected by Veldora’s demonic aura.
After analyzing a barrier and simplifying it, one was deployed in the room.
Even so, I have confidence that I can hold back his demonic aura.
I thought it would be fine because my abilities after evolution made such a feat possible…
「Is everyone ok? How are you all feeling? 」
What I heard was,
「……I didn’t hear anything about this, regarding this issue. 」
「……If I report this to the guild master……wait, I am the guild master! 」
Etcetera.
Even if you say such things, nee?
TN Note: The “Nee” here is something like the “Nee” in “Desu yo nee…” I guess.
Taking it all in, even if I said such a thing, it would be hard to believe me wouldn’t it?
However, instead of being stunned by the demonic aura, they were simply scared stiff.
That’s wonderful! Right?
Because I was the one who gave him that advice, I thought he would like to thank me, but that’s something he probably wouldn’t likely do.
Well whatever.
「Hm? I didn’t tell you? I thought I did, or maybe I didn’t……
Putting that aside, let’s start the conference! 」
I said that with a refreshing smile on my face, but it wasn’t received well.
「「「 DON’T DISMISS IT SO EASILY!!! 」」」
They protested in unison.
Somehow, everyone calmed down and after another hour of delay, the conference continued.
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Now then, about the opening topics of this conference.
With that said, this circumstance of explaining in detail was also a request from everyone.
It was troublesome, but as if I was recapping, I started my talk from my encounter with Veldora.
You don’t know where or when it would leak, so I wouldn’t be troubled by this anymore, now that it’s revealed.
After all, the demon lord Leon Cromwell was also originally a “World Traveler”.
Sharing information is important.
Thus, I moved on to talk about my hopes when I went into the human city.
She’s a dangerous one.
Her “Purification barrier (Holy Barrier)” is a particularly dangerous skill.
Amongst those whom I shared my knowledge with, I telepathically conveyed images to the executives in order to make sure they don’t forget.
「Hinata Sakaguchi huh. That women, she looks ruthless at first glance, she even gives off the strong impression of being a coldblooded murderer.
Helping those who grabbed her hand, ignoring advice,
For example, for those who rely on her, I’m sure she lends them a helping hand.
That’s why, the issue of her treatment towards children, I can’t believe it. 」
This is what Fuze said when he butted in.
She helps those who grabbed her hands, but ones who ignored and didn’t listen to her advice never see her again, that’s the kind of girl she is.
If her character is akin to that of a rationalist, then it’s no wonder if she would do such a thing.
That’s what it seemed like,
「Hmph. To be so good at manipulating information, as expected from the Free Association Branch guild master.
The information perfectly matches the ones I have」
TN Note: http://naruto.wikia.com/wiki/Anbu
Saying that, the dwarf king Gazelle nodded.
What does this mean?
「However, that person wasn’t willing to listen to my story at all though? 」
「About that, it’s probably because the Church’s doctrine bans interaction with monsters.
And her ruthless behavior, her known cold actions, she never broke any rules.
That’s why she was named “Captain of the knights guard division working directly under the pope”.
However, the information that I have obtained are based on her public appearance. 」
Her widespread reputation was something unexpected.
However, if that’s the case……
Who was the one performing the act of summoning children.
A relevant person, there’s only one person absent.
But according Raphael’s answer, there’s no doubt about it.
We decided to proceed with the talks.
From the point where I fought with Hinata, I proceed to talk about the town being attacked.
But she ended up exposing it instead.
「Besides, Papa already found out about it right? 」
Being asked, Duke Elalude looked up after hearing this.
「Ellen chan……
Even though Papa has already found out about it, there’s no need to blurt it out to people from other countries……」
A sigh of defeat was also mixed in from Duke Elalude.
Amongst the ones ignoring the work of adults, Ellen was the worse. But because of that, there’s no need to be cautious anymore.
After taking over the position, he was told about the original information on demon lord evolution.
However, when I tried to shift the topic towards future plans and actions,
「I’ll say this beforehand.
Even so, regarding the cleaning up of my daughter’s well-executed civil actions, I will not push any further.
I would like you to consider your future actions based on this. 」
No longer having the face of an idiotic parent, but a high noble of the dynasty, he now has the look of a politician.
His words has stirred up the executives. It all stopped when Shion stood up, and everyone hushed in a hurry.
She has become serious. I too have become serious, and decided to respond.
First, we discussed about the matters regarding the captured King of Farmas and the church’s messengers.
While listening to the explanation, Fuze grumbled.
The dwarf king remained silent, and I closed my eyes.
Duke Elalude remained silent and uttered no words.
First we release the current king, to make him compensate for his attempt of invading tempest.
In fact, if the king gathers his nobles and tries to resist, his life is forfeit at that point.
I can imagine the son of the current king being the nobles’ puppet as he isn’t an adult yet.
Here, if they did decide to pay the compensation, Youmu will be the one to escort them, but this is unlikely.
When this happens, Youmu can oppose to it, and due to their beliefs, this flow of events will lead to a coup d’état.
The only difference is on what stage will Youmu perform his uprising
Then, we expect to have to deter the nobles from banding together to resist.
You mustn’t think about short terms strategies when founding a country.
Oh well, if the king is foolish enough to think about rebellion once more, Youmu will ascend to the throne immediately.
When I was explaining this,
「I see. Then, why don’t we put this plan into action. Marquis Muller and Count Hermann are on friendly terms with Burmund.
During Youmu Dono’s uprising, let’s negotiate to get them to turn around and support us. 」
That’s what fuze said.
Sensing my speculation, he gave an explanation.
Marquis Muller is a distant relative of the King of Burmund, the two actually on good terms
Due to the fact he was a Marquis of a big country, they apparently don’t show intimacy when in contact with each other, but behind all this they’re actually close friends.
Is it fine to expose such a secret?
「Hahaha. Even if you call this a secret, I’ve already leaked this secret to a subordinate of the dwarf king in the ANBU. My Kingdom, the Burmund Kingdom is a kingdom of information, where Intel is up for sale.
However, based on the Dwarf king’s ANBU alone, we have yet to grasp the full picture.
Isn’t that right? Your Highness Gazelle. 」
The Dwarf King Gazelle simply raised his eye brows and showed no further reaction.
But even so,
「Even so, Fuze. Is it alright to share such information so easily?
「Hm? I don’t mind you know. I’m the one who examines it, and more than anything, I can choose to share it with whoever I want. 」
That’s what he said.
This small kingdom is very careful about their footsteps, and this is proof of how much they trust Fuze.
I’ll kidnap this guy and obtain information, was a secret thought that crossed my mind for an instant.
Duke Elalude who has been listening to our entire conversation suddenly said,
「You sire, are you an idiot? To start blurting our state secrets!
Saying that you are vigilant…… Don’t be ridiculous! 」
I was quite angry with him.
But on the contrary Fuze said,
「To tell the truth, Duke Elalude.
We avoid a war. For the sake of that purpose, we’re not reluctant and will cooperate to our fullest abilities.
Originally, I am a freedom association member and do not belong to the country, so what you said was quite funny.
Well, it was out of luck I was also seated in the department sorting information outside of my position as an association member. 」
I swore while muttering, why such a person has undertaken this role.
But speaking truthfully, um, well, maybe they understaffed?
I alone rivaled an entire army, so they took the threat of a demon lord very seriously. Rather than fighting one with one another, join forces instead.
This is logical.
Gathering information may be the strategy of small countries living in the shadows of big countries.
「In addition.
Even if they didn’t ask about it, this being brought up is predictable. 」
This is what Elalude explained to Fuze.
Rather, he told us everything, probably judging that doing this will help gain our trust.
Such things aren’t important here, it seems Fuze’s intuitions are all aggressively pointed towards getting along with me.
They’re a little too afraid of me, but when you think about it, I’m an opponent who has obliterated an army of 15,000 elites. There is nothing a small country can do against that no matter what strategy they employ.
It’s effective for me at least.
As such, further explanation continued.
「At the same time, we’re also interacting with the church.
Doing this would be something unacceptable according to the teachings of the church.
The church has no rights to criticize us, rather they should be obligated to aid us.
This point will be emphasized during the conference to hold back the church.
Even if we to be referred to as cowardly, we would simply wait and see.
Oh, and this is what the higher ups are thinking, please don’t think badly of this. 」
I see.
On the surface he stands neutral, but he’s actually secretly supporting Youmu.
The struggle of a small nation.
「However, as the Dwarven kingdom, we have decided on a bold policy.
Our country, has decided to formally establish diplomatic ties with “Tempest. 」
With these words, the area was filled with uproar
If the armed Dwarven superpower officially acknowledges this nation, it would greatly impact the world.
「Are you serious……?!」
Fuze also seemed speechless.
That’s what I thought as well.
「Hm. This is a decision that also has its merits.
A good customer where we earned a large portion of our tax revenue from, but I had no idea which country they sold their goods to.
On foot the journey would have taken 1-2 months, by carriage it only takes 2 weeks.
There’s no reason not to use it.
Furthermore, damages from monster attacks are gone.
This is my judgment as a king.
I have trust in the demon lord Rimuru, that’s that. 」
O-oh.
With the entire area shrouded in silence, the only sound was the flipping of pages as Veldora reads his comic.
TN Note: Veldora, feared storm dragon of Great Jura Forest, reading a comic during a conference…where did he even get that comic anyway?
Huh, wait! Old man, what are you doing!!!
If you leave us at peace, we wouldn’t complain.
「That, that really is…
Fuze glanced at him gingerly,
「Hmph. Measures I take has naught to do with you. 」
He said, as if trying to cut him off.
Our country and the Dwarven country officially have diplomatic ties now.
The residents of this monster town may become a problem, but being acquainted through conversing is possible.
The main problem is……
「Fufufu. The problem is the western religion right?
He said that diplomatic relations with the new country is possible.
Of course, regarding the development of highways and logging of trees, I can leave it to you right? 」
Duke Elalude had said such things after thorough calculations.
It would be possible to have diplomatic ties with the Sorcerer’s Dynasty Sarion.
For the products passing by, there’s also the merit of direct import.
If this can become a reality, highway maintenance is but a cheap price to pay.
Thus, Calculations seem to flash right by Fuze’s brain.
「I’ve got an idea!
I’ll go back first to show them the situation, and issue a policy to make profit out of this! 」
And that’s what he said, but the king and the duke had an unconcerned look on them.
On the contrary,
「Hmpt. In any case this is just bullshit from an insect. 」
The two had scolded him.
「Well, you’re both large countries, must be nice to have authority……」
Fuze lamented that he was a man with a sad position.
「I get it, I understand!
I’ll also convince the higher ups. Man, why do I have play this role……」
That’s what he cried out while tearing up.
However, he wasn’t the one to spearhead this. It was the dwarf king that declared this first.
The situation seems to be moving along faster than I previously anticipated.
When the meeting was about to reach its end, and each representative was about to leave for their home country,
BAAAAAAAAAAAAAM!!!
The door flew opened and someone barged in.
Following it,
「Listen! This country (Tempest), is going to be destroyed! 」
Such a thing was said by a small girl- One of the great demon lords, the “Fairy of the labyrinth”, Ramiris-chan .
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