NOVEL NEXT Chapter 69: Nice!
Rimuru sat at his desk, surrounded by maps, documents, and reports. His usually relaxed demeanor was replaced by one of intense focus. The door to his office creaked open, and Ramiris fluttered in, her tiny wings beating rapidly.
“Rimuru! You called for me?” Ramiris chirped, landing gracefully on his desk.
Rimuru looked up, offering a small smile. “Yeah, Ramiris. We need to discuss the next Walpurgis. After what happened with Milim, it’s more important than ever that we go in prepared.”
Ramiris nodded, her expression turning serious. “You’re right. The other Demon Lords will want answers, and with you being a new demonlord we need to make sure that we wont get caught off guard.” The Fairy states
Meanwhile to those who were perceptive enough they could feel the ground shake. Like an earthquake was occurring in the far off distance.
Rimuru leaned back in his chair, contemplating. “First, we need to ensure that Eurazania is still in existince. Carrion’s strength is great, but a fight against milim? Hopefully Nekra got there in time.”
Ramiris fluttered anxiously. “And if she didn’t?”
Rimuru sighed, rubbing his temples. “Then we might be facing more than just political fallout. The balance of power among the Demon Lords is already gone, completely and utterly destroyed. We need to prepare for every possible outcome.”
“Maybe it would be best to start counting more alliances?” Ramairs states
“Souei go and get Fuze, and-” Rimuru is suddenly interrupted by a knock on the door.
The door opened to reveal the Cabal Party, the two men escorting an elf who looked remarkably similar to Ellen.
“Ellen?” Rimuru asked
“Yes but I am also, Elyun Grimwald,” the elf introduced herself, stepping forward with an air of confidence. “I’ve come to discuss an alliance.”
Rimuru raised an eyebrow, intrigued by the unexpected visitor. “An alliance, you say? Please, have a seat and tell us more.”
“My father is Erald Grimwald Archduke of the Sorcerous Dynast of Sarion.” Ellen starts off only for said man to suddenly teleport in.
“You damn seductive DEMON LORD, HOW DARE YOU TAKE MY DAUGHTER!” Erald roared, his presence filling the room with an aura of immense power and fury.
Rimuru blinked in surprise, raising his hands in a placating gesture. “Whoa, whoa, whoa! Calm down, Archduke Grimwald! I didn't take your daughter; she came here of her own will!”
Erald’s eyes flickered with a renewed spark of anger as he glanced between Rimuru and his daughter. “HER OWN FREE WILL? I’ve heard enough smooth words from Demon Lords before. Perhaps a demonstration of power is in order! DO NOT UNDERESTMATE THE SORCEROUS DYNASTY!”
He began to chant an incantation, his hand glowing with a fierce light as he prepared to cast an explosion spell. The air around him crackled with energy, tension rising in the room.
Before Erald could complete his spell, Ellen—or rather, Elyun—swiftly stepped forward and struck her father on the head with her staff. The impact enough to knock the man several feet to the side a hollow bonking sound reverberating through the office.
“Ow!” Erald exclaimed, rubbing his head and glaring at his daughter. “Elyun, what are you doing?”
“Father, stop this!” Eren scolded, with a rather annoyed pout.
“I am not a bad slime ya know?” Rimuru states suddenly warping into his slime form.
Erald’s expression softened, the anger draining from his face as he looked at his daughter. “Elyun… you’re right. I apologize. It’s just…I got worried an kinda panicked afterall it was my dear little princess in danger.”
Rimuru, who had been watching the exchange with mostly amusement, stepped forward. “Archduke Grimwald, I assure you, our intentions are peaceful.”
Erald sighed, lowering his head in a gesture of reconciliation. “Very well, Rimuru Tempest. I will listen to what you have to say. Let’s discuss this… Actually I have heard rumors of your alliance with Dwargon and Bulmund, It might be best if they were here too..”
“I had actually just sent for them, I suppose they are likely to arrive at end of day or early tomorrow.” Rimuru states
“Bulmund has the capability to move that quickly? I know that Dwargon has the pegasus knights however I was unaware such a small kingdom was capable of that.” Erald states a little shocked
“No, i had arranged transport for Fuze, he is usually their representative and I consider him a friend.” Rimuru states
Suddenly a hole is busted in the roof as Nekra comes tumbling down hitting the wooden floor panels causing them to break.
“I need to work on my landings Nya, however I am back.” Nekra states standing up dusting herself off.
“A-A A, A WERECAT!” Erald shouts in shock