Dungeon Defense (WN)

“Even if you are on vacation to soothe your dizziness, please protect it. ”

“But look. I made quite a bit of money... ”

“I'm not proud of it. ”

Laffith stares at you. Hiic, I don't know what I'm looking at.

“The Demon King is hanging out with a gambler and stealing their money. There is no way that it will benefit who you are or who you are. ”

There was no excuse here. Laffith did not blame the argument that gambling was wrong, only warned that it would have a bad effect on the value of my name. He was right.

“Suppose Dantalian puts himself in a bad position someday. Some will then blame you for being wrong because you gambled away. On the contrary, it is the same even if Dantalian succeeds. At that time, people will look horrified that such a successful man has a gamble. ”

“Ugh.”

The verse is correct.

“How much did you make? ”

“Large, roughly four thousand gold. ”

“... I see you've won a lot. ”

Laffith was a little tired.

She advised citizens to donate 3,000 gold. Could be nothing. Like she said, he pretended to have 3,000 gold in the orphanage. I did not regret donating money unexpectedly. Using the psychological window, it seemed that gamblers felt a bit humiliating, too. Donations have made the people of Nibbleheim more fond of me.

I escaped the casino and once again wandered around Nibbleheim. Buff showed me how to visit the whorehouse of the Horsemen.

A whore of all races stands on the terrace to seduce Gilson, and the Goblin whore whispers, "My goodness! Take a break! 'When I fly a wink…… I'll skip the explanation. However, some of the Demon Monarchs received new information about the perverts among their kind. Sequence 12 The Demon King Citri is famous for his unique sexual orientation, so he enjoys communicating with various races at once.

So the time of rest passed. The day of the Demon Kings' union is near.

“We can't concede today. This must be worn. ”

“No, I don't want to. I'd rather bite my tongue off and die. ”

“It's a popular color in recent horsepower. Generally, Dantalian is too preoccupied with his outfit. While it is preferable not to be tied to appearance, there is minimal etiquette in these events. ”

Costume room. I was here with Lapis, where there were so many clothes. Among the many and many costumes, Lapis chose an ivory coat. You told me to wear it and wear a pink vest inside.

Ivory coat, pink vest! There was a need to seriously doubt Lapis' mood. This is a fashionable outfit for today, but there was not much. A silly nobleman's costume that can only be seen in famous Rococo times.

“I'd rather wear a solid color suit like you. ”

“The black suit I usually wear is for laymen only. The Demon King is not to be worn. ”

Laffith insisted. I've never seen her so stubborn. I didn't like the colourful and colorful outfits I used to wear as a hippie in the world. I had a smooth stomach.

“To cut a long story short, picking Dantalian's clothes is the worst. ”

“ ……. ”

No! I'm not the one with the weird eye for picking clothes, it's this era!

“Anyway, leave Cody to me. First, I will choose the color of the garment and send a note to the woman the Demon King will partner with. It's customary for men to tailor clothes to women, except for the Demon King. ”

“Huh? Partners? ”

“On the first day of the assembly, there is a ball. Of course, the Demon King must escort a woman. ”

It was a novice.

“Hey, hey. I'm such a bad dancer. Besides, how do you get a partner like that? ”

“You have nothing to worry about. The ball is just a formality and it's actually a banquet. Dance is about voluntary participation. Don't mind your partner, too. I've already found the right women at the Kunkusa Parliament. ”

I pulled the scroll out of my chest as if Laffith was waiting for me. There was a detailed description of the women's personality. She explains one woman with her finger.

“I recommend him. Daughter of the Great Viper. The Grand Duke's spirituality lacks a bit of Dantalian status to become a partner, but somehow he actively organized it at the top of the Kunkuska Parliament. This is an opportunity to create a network. ”

“Uh, well. ”

“Or this one. The daughter of the Earl of Change, under the command of the Grand Duke of Darkness, beauty is on the move and also influencing the social world. If you take this woman as your concubine, I'm sure she will be a great help to Dantalian's future. ”

I was terrified.

“What are you, a concubine? ”

“It's not a scandal for the Demon King to have so many concubines. I'm proud of it.Another candidate... ”

The time for introducing women continued to be prolonged. I was completely out of my mind. A ball was no more than a pile of food from the fingernails of a fly that was fate in my life. And you want me to partner up with the first woman I've ever met and walk around all day? What the hell is that?

“Wait, wait, wait! Lapis, stop talking for a second. I'm out of breath. You're a widow. You're a widow. Let's say we attend the ball. I understand you need a partner. Then why did you decide my partner at the Kunkusa Council? ”

Laffith opens his lips to say something, but I shake my hand. There was something roughly expected. Perhaps it was known to the top of Kunkusa that I was blackmailing the Andromalians. You'll be linking me to the power, so keep your eyes peeled for this case.

It seemed like a reward and an alternative to their own, but unfortunately, I was not pleased at all. It was clear that all the children who were doing something, like the daughter of a prominent leader, were also friends of the Kunkusa Council. They will try to control me in some way by attaching one of the charms. In short, it was only a greedy serpent.

“…… But, Dantalian. ”

Despite my reasoning, Lapis still told me to choose a partner.

“It is also true that we can make the Kunkusa Council almost perfectly on Dantalian's side, as well as the elite. I've made a fortune with the Black Herb, but Dantalian's power is still weak. At that time, if we secretly obtain the protection of the powerful, no one will ridicule Dantalian. ”

“Hmm.”

There was a reason for her opinion. I was troubled.

My primary goal is survival, and my second goal is to 'clear' the world…… or conquer the world according to Venus' implication. In light of the two objectives, it seemed wise to receive a strong patronage from someone.

Using the daughter of a powerful man as a concubine, using her, betraying her at the end and stockpiling a greater power…… and that was definitely not a bad way to go. I figured you had a fork to use on me anyway, so I got close. You can't complain about being exploited and exploited.

But...

“Lapis, I'm going to tell you how I really feel. ”

“I'll listen.”

“Honestly, I'm not sure. ”

Laffith tilts his head.

“Yes?”

“If you've been watching me closer than anyone else, I know, but I'm basically an unstable person. I've never done this before. Did you say Demon King syndrome? As the Demon King, I even felt the feelings of others and this happened. I have feelings that I am angry with and that the other person is happy with. It's a mess.”

Laffith's expression darkens slightly.

“But... … haven't you been stable since you came to Nibbleheim? ”

“Temporary. Bipolar is just the beginning, I would expect. How long will my ego endure this state of chaos and emotion? ”

I confessed with a bad heart. In the meantime, Laffith's worrying feelings were conveyed. How different it would be to feel confused with worried. It was almost the same feeling. The gap is not very large. It was hard to tell where I was and where Laffith was from.

“I don't know what's going to happen. I'm sure we just need to balance it out. ”

“Balance? ”

I said, "I need a break. On the outside, you have to actively read other people's emotions and battle or struggle. That's true. But you must rest in my chambers without caring about other people's feelings. It will cool down the bowl of exhausted mind somewhat. ”

In that sense, the casino was quite good. I was happy when I won, and the opponent was sad. The outcome of the battle clearly distinguished me and other people's feelings. I didn't have to try to distinguish between the boundaries of Zata. Of course, the best thing I could do was stay alone, but it was too boring.

“But you use a man who doesn't know what's in his heart as a concubine? I don't know if it's for his family or for Kunkuska. So I need to focus on his feelings again. ”

“Dantalian. ”

Laffith stops speaking nonsense. Her enemies were very rare.

“Huh?"

“Even when you're with me... do you?" ”

Nervousness. I felt that feeling.

I knew a long time ago that Lapis had countless different emotions beyond his polite expression. She was a cold-hearted woman for most of her time, but sometimes showed a human face.

It's always cool to be around her. It doesn't feel like much. Sometimes I feel united because it is not dry like a doll at all. She was far enough away for me, and close enough.

I smiled weakly.

“No. Stay with me. ”

“I understand.”

Laffith replied confidently. Well, I see relief in you. There's no reason to point out embarrassment. After all, I was a very considerate man. People don't know that.

She said as if she was in trouble.

“It will be difficult to choose a partner at the ball tomorrow. ”

“Well, that's a problem too... Hmm, well. Come on, Laffith, you can be my partner. ”

“ ……. ”

There was a brief silence.

“Yes……? ”

“There you go. Now, this problem is over. ”

It was just an idea, but it was a good solution to look back on. Anyway, at the Kunkusa Parliament, they want to make me an ally. It was not wise to refuse my partner unconditionally. If I made Laffith my partner in the council, I could convey my intention that 'I'm not going to pretend with you'.

Furthermore, it could have shown that there were no intentions to move at all, as they had chosen. The Kunkuska Congress was happy to know that I was willing to cooperate with them, that I did not compromise my position, that I did not wander around with strange women, and that I was also good for my mental health. It was absolutely perfect.

“You said it was customary for a man to dress a woman in her clothes. Come on, pick a dress. I'll fit you in. ”

“Your Grace, I am the Half Circus. Even with a pure blood circulator, a man like me is concerned about his reputation as the Demon King... ”

“Oh, I'm sick of this half-breed, half-breed thing. Just one more time." I'm doing it because I have an idea, so keep quiet. ”

I crossed the dressing room, looking for a dress that roughly fits Laffith. Lapis chased after me in a panic. I kept talking about the Demon King's face, but I just ignored him.

“How about this? A pure white dress.It's elegant and inviting. ”

“…… too polite for a banquet. No, more than that, Dantalian. I haven't given my permission yet. ”

“Then this black dress. The decoration looks glamorous and yet serious. The Demon King's partner looks good on you. ”

“Your Grace.”

Laffith had quite an urgent tone. I was consistent with Morse.

After three hours of hesitation, Laffith raises his spirits. You surrendered after threatening to leave without a partner if you continue to rebel. Eventually, I handed Laffith a half-black dress, and then I wore an elegant, ordinary black coat and a black vest in the name of fitting my partner.

“Ahhhh... This is the place for an important meeting..." ”

Laffith sighs and mutters. Anyway, I was very happy because I didn't have to wear ridiculous outfits. Is it a merchant's job not to defy his client's wishes, Laffith?