The three men, Arios, Leanne and Mina, were visiting a mansion in the woods at the western end of the central continent.

The surroundings are surrounded by tall trees and the indoors are dim even during the day.

There's nothing popular about it.

However, the inside of the mansion was cleaned beautifully.

"Is this...?

"It's a luxurious mansion, but it's got a dark vibe."

"Monica. What are you gonna do when you get here?

Arios was surprised to see Monica standing at the rear.

I just don't have feelings like hostility in my eyes.

It's just a question, that I don't know why they brought me here.

"First, this way, please."

Monica took the lead and guided the Arios and the others to their rooms.

Sofas and tables and other reception sets were available, plus tea and tea treats.

"It's just tea now because it's a delicate time, but if you're hungry, you can also prepare a meal"

"... no, I'm good"

"Me neither. I'm not hungry yet."

"Me too... more than that, could you please talk to me? Monica said that if we come here, we will only gain the strength to rise again as brave men..."

"If that's true, I'd really appreciate it. It just doesn't explain how. I don't doubt Monica, but if I'm rushed this far, I'm worried."

"Excuse me. There are special circumstances, and to prevent information from being leaked, I stayed down until I was critical. But you don't need that anymore. I'll tell you everything."

Arios and the others sit on the couch and Monica sits down opposite it.

"The way Arios and the others gain power… it's simple, to form an alliance with my Lord"

"Lord or Alliance?

"As a matter of fact, I serve a certain person… on that person's orders, and so far, I have helped the Arios. We want Arios and the others to form an alliance with him. That way, my lord will spare no cooperation, and Master Arios and the others will gain even greater strength."

"Hmm..."

Interesting story, Arios thought about whether he should form an alliance.

Arios had long anticipated that Monica was under some sort of order.

He's too handy on all sorts of things, like when he was helped or when he told me about Agus' betrayal.

Is there a collaborator, or someone above giving instructions to Monica?

Arios wasn't stupid either, so he was staring.

"... for one thing, will you let me meet the Lord of Monica? Hands together or not, from then on."

"Arios, is that okay? You have no idea who you are, do you?

"If you believe Monica's story, it's someone who's done a lot for us. At least you're not the enemy."

"I guess we'll give it to Arios. I think you can listen to as much as you want, and I'm interested in talking about being stronger."

"... right, I get it. We also need strength to fulfill our mission. Now, believe Monica."

I've already disqualified the brave, but Mina still speaks of the word mission.

Whatever our position, do we believe that what we need to do will remain the same...

Or are you escaping by not looking at reality and assuming so?

"Thank you. I'm relieved that Arios and the others said so."

Monica laughs happily when she gets unanimity.

There were no shards of evil, and I felt relieved to be able to do my job.

Arios, who saw Monica's face like that, didn't know who she was, but she might be able to cooperate...... and her mind was moving early.

That's all I trust about Monica, sounds good to me...

In fact, I'm just giving up my thoughts.

It is natural for Monica to cooperate with herself, who is a brave man.

There's no way you can fool a brave man.

That's what I thought.

Still sticking around, despite being deprived of the title 'The Brave'...

I took it for granted that glory was still going on.

"So, what about your lord?

"Yes, I'll call you right now, please wait a moment"

Monica graciously left the room behind.

Three people are left in the room: Arios, Leanne and Mina.

"What kind of man is Monica's Lord? After all, are you a knight?

"I don't know. It's not possible... but I consider myself a different person."

"What is that?

"Right..."

Abominably, we turned ourselves into rebels against the country.

There will be no knights to help themselves.

If I were there, I would be limited to those who were 'pretending to be knights', like Monica.

If you were to be the lord of Monica like that, you would, likewise, be treasonable to your country.

Is he a criminal?

No, that has a lot of power to hold.

Prepare a mansion like this to build a huge information network…

Normally, it's not something you can do.

Then what possibilities are left?

A nobleman with comparable powers to a king?

Or, the most powerful species.

Or... an outsider.

... Arios just thought that far and stopped thinking.

Though I have considered this, it is lacking in decision-makers because there is not enough information.

"Well, I'll see you soon. I can't help guessing that."

"So is that."

"Oh, I think I'm here."

The door opened and the gaze of the three concentrated.

First, Monica showed up to lead... then Reese showed up.

"" "Huh!?

Arios, Leanne and Mina make a surprise face.

Reese wore a gorgeous dress, a flower hair decoration and decorated herself vividly.

But with that, there's no way you can hide the black magic that's flooding out of you.

He also didn't seem to be willing to hide Reese himself, leaving his demon-specific magic intact.

Arios and the others aren't out so much that they don't realize that...

At a glance I noticed Reese was a demon tribe and stifled his face.

Reese grins as he enjoys the reaction of Arios and the others.

"Nice to meet you. I am the Lord Reese of Monica. Afterwards, hello."

"... no way, with the Demons"

Arios looks bitter and says.

I was also thinking about the possibility of outsiders.

But more importantly, what is the Demon Nation?

The Arios and the others shut their mouths because they don't know how to react.

But as I expected such a reaction, Reese does not panic, but continues to talk to My Pace.

"Mr. Arios and the others are a brave party. I understand that. It's normal for me, the Demons, to offer my cooperation, to be confused and suspicious that there might be a back."

"... you're very grand, aren't you? You think the Demons can show themselves before us and stay safe?

"Now, it's time to discuss it. Because I don't believe Arios will be disrespectful to you all of a sudden."

Humans and demons are natural enemies, and it's impossible to have a discussion first.

Even if it was suddenly slaughtered, that would make self-defense.

However, it was also true that when they said this directly from the front, they would be slightly hesitant to remember.

It's normal for people whose words make sense to feel hesitant somewhere and unable to be ruthless.

"... fine. Let's talk first."

"Arios!? This could also be a trap…"

"What, are you a little serious? He's a demon, right?

Mina and Lene are surprised, but Arios calmly teaches them both.

"If it's a trap, I'm not going to imitate it like this. If you hadn't helped us, you could have ended up like that. Her sincerity is still unspeakable… at least, worth listening to"

"That's right, Mr. Arios"

"Hmm... well, I hope Arios says so."

Lene seemed to have something to catch on to, but in the end, she decided to leave it to Arios' discretion.

"... ok"

Mina feels more caught up than Leanne.

I don't have a lot of mouths, just say one word, say so.

Still, consent is consent.

Arios moves on with the fact that he has the endorsement of his peers.

"So Monica tells me you can help us, but what does that mean? You want us to be one of the Demons? To me, the brave one?

"No, I want you to be on my side, not the Demons."

"Hmm?"

"Right now, I'm flying an anti-flag out of the main forces of the Demon Nation."

"Are you broke?

"No problem with such perceptions"

Reese then told the Arios and the others about their situation.

Recently, changes have taken place within the Demon Clan.

Instead of following the demon king who destroys humans, there are people out there who choose the path to coexist with humans.

Reese is one of them.

Of course, that's not an easy road.

Not only do you not believe in human beings, but you are also targeted for your life as a traitor by your fellow Demons.

Regrettably, we cannot realize our ideals without power.

To that end, I want Arios to be one of us.

Lend each other strength to achieve each other's ends.

Reese explained that.

"I see... Demons looking to coexist with humans. It's hard to believe..."

"But it's true"

"... okay, I believe you"

After some thought, Arios accepted Reese's words.

It just doesn't mean I totally believed what I'm talking about.

If the story of Reese is true, and it becomes like humans and demons coexist, I can be that helpful actor and bloom back to being a hero again.

Even if it's a lie, you can use it while you have a use.

You can use them, that's what I was thinking.

"Thank you, Mr. Arios"

"So, from today on, do you mean we're gay?

"Yes, thank you"

Arios and Reese shook hands and laughed together.

Behind that, Monica laughs.

He had a terribly distorted grin as he bowed to be seen by no one.