Kuro no Maou

On the 10th of the month of Shinnyo.

We managed to make it out of the [Avalon] in the Divine Annihilation Realm.

Pandora's most challenging Rank 5 dungeon is the only one with very few challengers.We came out of the unattended entrance, so much so that the meticulous attention paid was in vain.

For the time being, we're going to Avalon's first log home in the suburbs.

When Homunculus was still the first nine, Avalon had an adventurer party called "Pixies," and it was their home.Of course, the real purpose is to have a monolith here that leads to the Destiny Land.

If these monoliths functioned, they could be transferred in one shot without passing through the Divine Annihilation Realm… After Nero became an apostle and seized the throne, the original monolith of Avalon's Royal Castle fell completely into the hands of Crucifixionism.The monolith remained dyed black with black magic, but it seemed that it was isolated from the surrounding area and could not fly anywhere.

Fortunately, they don't seem to know that this is our base, and they're not reaching out to us.In the mountains where no one comes like this, even a small number of people are completely invisible.It's a great place to use at a time like this.

"I've been waiting for you, My Lord." Please come in. "

Disperse somewhat and enter the base just in case.You'll be greeted by Homunculus, a current Pixies member.Adventurers are allowed to act independently, so Lily is an elite among the Homunculus that she continues to manufacture.

It was the first time in a long time that it was a base, but there was only one stylish log house, such as a mountain villa, but now there were two, and there were other facilities such as warehouses, blacksmiths, and magic workshops.It seems that Homunculus, who uses this place, is besides "Pixies," so it must have expanded its base according to their earnings.

Nevertheless, we could not accommodate all 50 of these people in the boulder, so I'm sorry, but most of the soldiers were to be camped.This is a well-equipped place, so it's more like a camp than a camp.I also want to sleep in a tent once in a while, nostalgic for the adventurer days.

However, since there is a fully recreated fairy forest hut with Lily's body here, that night.....

Anyway, from here onwards, it will be divided according to each role.A team that infiltrates the capital and crosses the runes.Then, some of them scattered around to get the most out of their connections.

We'll set off for each destination, but we'll be ready for that.Start with detailed local maps, routes they've pre-arranged, and costumes for disguises that will be invisible when we move around Avalon.Their arrangements are perfect.

Well then, Lily, I'll take care of it.

Yeah!

King Miriad, please be safe.

Oh, I'll make sure to forge an alliance with the runes.

The first to set off was the Runes Diplomacy team led by Lily.

Departure disguised as a caravan of exquisite medium-sized merchants, neither too small nor too large.Of course, we also have fake identities and disguised products.I brought out from the pandemonium the valuables and precious objects that I had properly seen in Carlamara.

Lily hid her fairy feathers and disguised herself as the merchant's daughter.The appearance of plain clothes is unusual. But it was so cute that I couldn't hide it.This is activated by "Fascination (Charm)".

King Miriard stands out as the merchant leading the caravan, so he disguises himself as his squire.It suits you very well. It's like an obsession of exquisite accessories that has been coming for decades with a complete pocket job.

I thought it was okay to let the real king act like this, but apparently there was no resistance.She said that she had done various things while hiding her identity when she was a student, and she was somewhat used to acting.He was in sync with King Leonhardt, apparently in his youth, swayed by all sorts of insolence.

The other soldiers, disguised as adventurers employed as escorts and disguised as merchant employees, walked the streets and became a medium-sized caravan without any weirdness.The non-combatants, however, were the elite of the Empire, all armed with ancient firearms.In the unlikely event that they are attacked by an invisible bandit, etc., they will be wiped out in order to completely eliminate the witness.

The crew of disguised caravans will first make their way to Serene, where they will arrange a ship.It was a complete battle, but it was a rushed plan, and I couldn't help it.

From there, they joined the mission they had already sent to seek diplomatic relations with and were officially introduced to the Rune Royal Palace.

The runes are not part of the Grail Alliance, but if they get worse, they can't cross the Lemurian Sea.In other words, Nero's expedition will stumble at the start, so his appearance will remain the same as the Avalon era.This is also a country with a large human population, so it would be acceptable to abandon it once as a crucifixion.

That being the case, the flow of merchant ships between Avalon and Rune is not specifically regulated.I wish I could get through to the runes... but I just had to trust Lily.I mean, even if something happens, it's a feeling of trust.

"You guys, be careful."You don't have to do anything. "

Haha, please leave it to us, Demon King Chrono.

The plain heads of Avalon are scattered all over the Avalon.

They are made up of Sparda diplomats and merchants who are connected to Avalon's nobles and merchants.Although they are not born loyal like Homunculus, Sparda is the government of exile, so their morale is high in order to improve the status of their homeland.I mean, that's the kind of person Will chooses, and Lily checks it out.

Basically, they disguise themselves as merchants, etc., but they can't escort as much as King Miriam, so they'll take only the lowest Homunculus.But I don't have to worry about the safety of the adventurer, because I've given him enough money to hire a local escort.Compared to them, they are not amateurs.

And even if you act scattered, the fairies you take can exchange information in real time.It can be used for communication, reporting, and consultation, but also for negotiation with the other party.Let's make the most of it.

Well, it's time for us to leave.

Finally, we're going to infiltrate the capital, Avalon.

As a matter of course, the capital Nero is on a big expedition is in a much tougher situation to get in and out of.Its intense surveillance is primarily directed at other races besides humans.

However, when Nero named me and killed me, he led the army out, but he came to the capital.It would be a mistake to find out, so safely infiltrating the capital would be the first gateway.

my acting ability won't be tested.....

The Great Gate of the capital Avalon is lined with long snakes.

Avalon, the capital of a country with a correct history, has the influence to compete for the 12th in a group of central cities, and there are usually a large number of people and a large number of objects coming and going.However, in recent years, there has been a spike in the number of people entering and leaving the country.

The reason for this is, of course, the strong cross-currency policy promoted by Neo Avalon.

Human privilege. Exclusion of other races.

As a result of this blatantly discriminatory policy being powerfully cut off by King Nero, many humans came from all over Avalon, and on the contrary, people of other races living in the capital were followed one after another.

Originally, Avalon had a high proportion of humans, but the number of people made up of other races still accounted for 30% of the total.If these 30% of the population were to be replaced in their entirety, the uninterrupted line of long snakes would be convincing.

The gatekeeper who manages the rapidly increasing number of people entering and leaving the capital is still carrying a large number of people today.

"Hey, don't push! Stop right there!"

"Thank you. Okay, good boy."

A dragon car loaded with other people who would have gone to the capital to earn a living or migrate to other territories stops at the gateway's direction.

"If you have a guild card or any other form of identification, show it to me."

"Get out of the dragon car and line up there."The luggage, uh, just keep it that way for now. "

The doormen hurriedly proceeded with the checks as the people behind them who were waiting in the queue continued to scream.

This is the number of people. The work becomes somewhat sweeter.At this time, even those who are uncertain of their status will not be pursued very often.

What matters is whether it's human or not.Then, whether he was the arranger of the bounty head, etc.

All right, good, let's go!

“Welcome to Avalon, God bless.”

Even with a slightly tired face, the guard saw off the full dragon car with a smile on his face.

Then the next ones will come around in turn.

"Oh, here comes the priest."

There is no one in Avalon who looks different now, dressed in pure white raiment, with the Bible in his hand, and the Rosary hanging from his neck.

But the priest stands out.Even though it was a tall, big man, it was big enough to stand out... even though I could see a gatekeeper who was just a soldier, it stood majestically like an elite knight, and it seemed like there was no gap.

He is a blue-eyed man with thick glasses who carefully strokes his bright brown hair.

I'm sorry, but even if you're dealing with a priest, I'll take care of the procedures.

"No, I don't mind." Thank you for your service. ”

The priestly man answers with a smile on his delicate face.

"Well, it looks like it's not from the Aria Monastery."Unusual, where do you come from? "

"I am from the countryside of Baron Spiralhorn.You're like the prime movers of those who came out to make money. "

As if to introduce, the priest turns his head to those who line up behind him.

Sure enough, it's the people who just came out of the country with the filthy clothes and the lousy bags.However, their necks were uniformly decorated with white crosses.

The other guards have already begun checking their alignment.

So, after you send them home, will you go home?

“No, I'm also thinking of living here for a while.That's right, the spiral horn now..... "

Oh, I see, it certainly feels a little dangerous there right now.

During this time, a part of the [Kingsguard (Royal Guard)] spawned from the capital and headed for the capture of Baron Spiral Horn's territory, of course, the doorman knew.

It is a move to abolish the Dwarf Baron and take the opportunity to turn Avalon's largest Mithrill Mine into a royal enclave.However, the nobles in the adjacent territory also naturally want this mine, so each of them is fighting a battle... Anyway, this baron's territory is very dangerous now.Although it is a village in a rural area, you probably don't know when the fire will burst.

"I heard that the capital is opening its doors to the Crucifixionists.Many people in the village are devout followers of the Crucifixion, so I hope to be their new heaven. ”

"Heh, that's another fine aspiration."Avalon is a priest nowadays.A real priest like you would be very welcome. "

He has been a gatekeeper for quite some time, and I think he has nurtured people's eyes accordingly.

Moreover, looking at this priest's appearance, it is clear that he is different from those who hasten to adopt the doctrine of the cross.What the priests have in common is a brand-new shaman and a brand-new Bible.Of course, Roque does not fully understand the doctrine and its contents.

However, this priest has a definite age in both law and scripture.There are traces of repairs that can be seen everywhere, and the Bible falls to the colors burned in the sun, and the quality of the paper looks very old.In Avalon, where the sudden rise of crucifixion has taken place, it is not uncommon for old books to be sold, especially in the Bible.If you have an old scripture, you can say, "I've been around for a long time."And he that giveth high money, and desireth, keepeth it.

"Thank you very much for your warm words.May the White God guide you... and the brave Avalon soldiers have the blessing of God. "

A prayer gesture that cuts a familiar cross into a chant that comes out with a slur.After all, the doorman thought that the real priest was of a different grade.

Is your lovely daughter your daughter?

The gatekeeper asked the girl in dark clothes, who was clinging to the priest's back, with a smiling gaze.

A cute lady is not a flattery or anything, but in fact has an adorable face like a doll.

"No, I'm an unfamiliar child, so I'll take care of it."

I see, you're a priestess, aren't you?

Taking care of an orphan is a charity that is not a religious organization.The Aryan monks, who have become the general headquarters of the Cross in Avalon, have also been famous for their massive orphan relief efforts in the slums.

It is not a relationship that you would otherwise suspect.

I didn't know, but I noticed a strangely large bulge in the child's chest, and the guard looked twice and three times unexpectedly.What are you hiding in your chest!It's such a fascinating inflation that the ungodly thought of making a clue passes through my head... but I recovered my sanity not to imitate the crucifixion priest in front of the stone.

However, when the nun girl clung to the priest's waist and showed that her big chest was being pressed so tightly, her reasoning started to melt again.Oh, God, please forgive me for my sinfulness... I felt like I was praying, and the doorman managed to divert his gaze from the girl.

"Hey, hey, how's it going over there?"

"Nothing abnormal."It's just a countryman. "

"Come on, we're in front of the priest."

"Oh, excuse me."

Without further pursuit of the laughing and misleading gatekeeper, he turns to another to ask questions.

"What about your adventurer?" And that girl is also quite beautiful. "

"This is Riel from the Rank 3 Adventurer's Party" "White Lights" "

"I'm also a mage, Iona."I'm good at fire attributes. "

Two girls in light clothes, such as a very ordinary swordsman, and a magician characterized by bright red hair and a robe, were named.It was a mage girl who called herself a good attribute even though she hadn't heard anything else, but I thought she was going to use something other than the fire attribute in her red form, but she didn't make any particular inroads.

Looking at her murky expression, I'm surprised that this girl is natural.

“I am the Eight of the Party Leader.I'm here to escort you to the priesthood. "

I think they are also crucifixionists who call themselves the White Lanterns.After all, the cross decorations were hanging from the neck.In addition to the two girls, it seems that the leader man and the other warrior man are four together.

Of course, it's a completely unknown party name, but if you're working in their area instead of Avalon, you don't know it.

Do you want to officially start a quest with the Adventurer's Guild?

"No, the priest and I are from the same hometown."All of you, thank you very much for your help.This time, we wanted to help the priests, so it was up to us. "

"I see, that's a priest with a lot of virtue."Are you going to stay in Avalon for a while, too? "

Yeah, I'm here at the corner.

Well, Avalon wouldn't be short of work right now.

While chatting like that, I briefly checked the guild card of "White Lantern".The name, class, and issuance confirm that it is the Adventurer's Guild of the Baron Spiral Horn Realm.

Alright, you can come through!

The priests then set foot in Avalon, the capital.

---- Phew, you saved me from a monkey test.

“With our perfect disguise and acting, it's like this.”

And Fiona, who is disguised as a bright red coloring with a strong claim that I am in charge of the fire attribute, says confidently.Honestly, I was thrilled not to say weird things, but I'm glad I ended up with nothing.

We have successfully entered the capital, Avalon.

I'm a crucifixion priest, Prim is a nun, some of the Foonas are escort adventurers, and others are breadwinners who have come to Tokyo.

The rods I had taken in the past were recent, but after the Fifth Galahad War, Saliel, who had no limbs, carried a fake priest in the Reclaimed Village, and this time it worked.I remember most of the contents of the Bible, and I have experienced most of the priesthood.I could be a priest anywhere in the country right now.

And most of all, the cloaks and scriptures that a real priest named Nikolai had been using for years were also useful for my disguise.If you wear a set of priesthood gear like new, you'll be suspicious.

In addition, costumes and props for disguising adventurers and country people are prepared in advance.The guild cards Fiona and the others showed to the gatekeepers were made by Elina, who was in the pandemonium, and in a sense they were real.It's not a cheap counterfeit Gilka, it's a real piece of equipment from the Adventurer's Guild.The gatekeeper could only visually confirm that it was fake.

By the way, the Neneka fairy group jumped over the bulwark and infiltrated in the appropriate place.It's amazing that you can fly freely through the sky.

“My Lord, this is your destination.I'll be ahead of you, so keep going. ”

"Oh, I asked for it, Ahat."

The adventurer's disguise is continuing, and Ahat is quickly moving away from us.

Right now, with his guidance, we were looking for a place in Avalon City.

It's remarkable how many people line up in this city, so each of them disbands and lurks in a place prepared in advance.

Therefore, the members who remain here now are six, adding me and the two Prim to the "white lights".Of course, it stands out that the priest and nun are dressed as mixed in with the adventurer party, so I wore the grey robe of Ash that I used in Carlamara, and I changed the outfit of the healing magician (Priest) in white on the prim.

We walked through Avalon, disguised as a mere adventurer's party, and came this far.

”The [Maklav Enterprise]... here it is.”

An easy-to-understand sign gave me an unmistakable destination.

Painted in bright peach with large heart marks, it's like a hotel where you can rest or a bathhouse where you can fall in love with a girl.

Contrary to such a despicable sign, the store is very martial arts.The building is centered around a solid stone three-story main building, and there are a number of buildings that look like large warehouses.A high steel fence encloses the vast property like a cage.

Rather than a merchant shop, a small fortress or castle, no, it's more like a prison.It's not a very ordinary shop that handles groceries and everyday groceries.

Yes, this is a slave trade.

"This way."

And Ahat, whom he had made to go before, was already waiting at the open gate.

If you check the surroundings lightly, you won't be distracted by this outlying part of the city.No one in particular is paying attention to us.

After we're sure we're invisible, we'll go into the store.

Go straight through the main gate to the main building directly in front of you.I guess it was already prepared, without saying anything, the door was opened from the inside ————

I've been waiting for you, Chrono ─ No, I wonder if I should call you King Chrono.

So I was greeted by a big blonde girl wearing a bright red dress.I'll never forget this striking visual.

Cristina Dammed Spiralhorn, a cursed weapons maniac, deputy commander of Avalon's Dragon Knights.

"Your Majesty, don't do this, Chris."

She's been fighting the Chaosic Rim in Serene since.

I wonder why she's here.First, let me tell you more from around here.