Sword of the Philosopher

First of all, I went to the place where I had been transferred to the demon world. There was already no human figure there, but a demon tribe that protected the people who had come to this demon world under the direction of Devil King Croix. So, it looked like I was living there,

"Do you maintain the shape of the village?"

There are cases where you can't return to the original world right away.

said the demon tribe that responded. The demons here are very thin like humans, and at first glance they don't look like demons.

“I'm going to have you stand by in the village until we're ready.”

Since we got out of the demon world, have people come?

"Yes, about three people... the Emperor said that we had to lose the event itself, but it might be difficult."

― ― I guess there are a lot of challenges. As a Croix, I know you want to solve this case, but above all, we need to prioritize maintaining security in the demon world.

Nevertheless, the town I've visited so far has been very calm. I know Croix has had a lot of problems with becoming a demon king, but his reign has certainly been successful so far.

At least while he was a demon king, he wouldn't have a war of aggression. Many people had all sorts of grudges against his predecessor, the demon king. Even Sophia was ravaged. That's not acceptable, but... through this battle with the star gods, we will try not to leave a root in the future... Given the future, it would be desirable to proceed in that way, but it's very difficult.

I thanked the demons who led me through the village and left. From there, I looked around a lot in the demon world... but at least, there wasn't a place where there was any confusion.

Alright then, let's go to Emel's place.

However, I had a bad feeling somehow. That's not why I hate to see her.

"Let's hope you don't..."

While blurring that, I directed my course to where Emel was.

So, my prediction... hit me.

"Hey, hey, hey..."

Well, I'm ready.

Emel looked at me and said... there was a large army in front of me.

She knew I was coming. It was as if a large force had gathered here in anticipation of the timing of their visit. I had no choice but to smile when I saw the situation.

I'll take care of the battle with the star gods.

"... no, you know what?"

I'm getting a headache... the biggest problem is that there's no such thing as stopping her. Maybe if Croix said something, he'd be ready. "Well, I don't want to face the demon king, so I guess he's half left alone..."

"What's the matter, there's not much to say?"

"... just checking it out."

Yeah.

“There are quite a few of them, but how do we get this out and move it to the Sergia mainland?”

Emel stiffened in response to the question. I didn't think about it.

Maybe she was too overstretched and not so smart... but when I mentioned it, Aemel showed her the color of her reflection.

"Sure is." Yeah, let's dissolve it. "

― ― From there, on her instructions, the army quickly disappeared from sight. Somehow, the demons gathered could only be said to be sorrowful.

"If I do this, will there be a coup d 'état?"

Well, well, I'm doing well around here.

"Are you sure you're okay...?"

Amel laughs and speaks to my suspicious questions.

"You don't have to worry about it. Well, if there's a disturbance, it doesn't matter to me."

It is a large layer of confidence. As for me, it's a development that makes me want to sigh,

"Damn it... I'll tell you, if I go to Sergia and cause a disturbance, I'll be forcibly deported."

Hmm, that's not a problem.

“Right? So, if you're going to do something, you're going to have to give me permission.”

"All right."

That said, you probably won't hear me out... I can tell because I've known you for quite a while.

"So, Emel... is the army ready anyway?"

"Oh, it's roughly done. You can always go to the Sergia continent. Just...”

"... just?"

I was thinking about going around the territory.

Is that to make sure there's no confusion about being away?

"While I was gone, I left the reign to Croix. I'm not worried because he won't fail. I just... thought it might be my last chance to see my territory and the view.”

Ready to die... but I didn't really want you to have that idea, so it seems that Emel figured it out.

As long as you stay on the battlefield, there's no guarantee of life.

Well, that's true.

"Don't worry, I'm just thinking like that, and I'm not forcing other races or fellow citizens to do it. Just think of it as my preparation to go to war."

It's somehow serialized... but since the opponent is huge, she has to respond with all her might, and even if she does, she's in danger of not winning. With that in mind, her behavior isn't that strange.

Isn't that what Luon thinks?

”... I feel like I might stand up and do something at the end, so I can be careful.”

"Oh, sure, I'm going to do it. Say that destroying the star gods is your mission."

Yeah, that kind of figure comes to mind...... and here Emel smiles at me without giving in.

If I had to, I'd be throwing stones away?

”Don't do that, Emel can do his part... as far as I'm concerned, I'm not going to be protected by anyone”

Hah, I see. Well, that's fine.

--Somehow she seemed to have fun talking to me. Even though I am preparing to die and go to the battlefield, I think that such an act is rather pleasant... It is somewhat contradictory, but perhaps it is because I am prepared that I have arrived.

"...... I'm counting on you for Emel."

And I'll tell her.

"That's why I'm asking you about the showdown..."

"Oh, it's all yours."

With all due respect... Emel answered me.