After a two-week search, they returned to Verkhazar.

We were greeted by the people of the city, and we decided to temporarily disband, and I went with Koga to the former Demon King's castle where the Demon King was...... I decided to head to the original building.

I'm prepared to be reprimanded to some extent, so I nervously report to the Demon King what happened in the Demon Realm———、

 

"Maybe you're trying to laugh at me?"

 

The exact opposite of what I expected was the reaction.

The Demon King laughed heartily for a moment and opened his mouth to me and Koga as he leaned his back against the back of the chair.

 

"I don't mind that my powers have been taken away, because from what I've heard, it's almost like I've used up all of the magic I have inside. I don't think I'll be able to handle it properly for a while."

"Can I use it again after a while?"

"It's going to take some time."

 

It is true that he continued to use the Demon Lord's magic power to defeat Kaira, and the fragment of the Demon Lord's power was almost losing its power.

In terms of neutralizing it, the mission may have been accomplished.

 

「…… But even if the power is depletedsaucer・・・It would be usable as. We have to think about that possibility."

"What do you mean by that......

"It was possible that it was the enemy's plan to overthrow the demon that ran amok."

 

It's not impossible......

Kayla was mentally delirious, and it wouldn't be surprising if Shea had been mentally attacked in some way.

…… It's a possibility you don't want to think about too much.

 

"The very existence of a hybrid race of demons and elves with dark magic is surprising, and it is probably the result of a persecuted demon tribe with dark magic fleeing to the demon realm and eventually coexisting with the elves living in the depths of the forest. And what did you and that girl do?"

"......, I had him become a little lion and we fought together."

"Koga"

"Don't lie, Usato, you were flying around with the acceleration that exploded the dark magic flames."

 

He groans at Koga, who corrects him on the side.

Mr./Ms., the handmaiden of the Demon King, who heard his supplement, speaks to the Demon King in a small voice.

　

"Demon Lord, what is the acceleration of exploding flames? I don't know what that means......"

"Ciel, imagine that. If you hold gunpowder and explode it, it will blow up, right? That's it."

"Uh......"

 

Mr./Ms. Ciel, how many times should I give you such a look?

 

"I need to think about moving forward with my plan to entrust you with the Dark Wizard."

"You're kidding, aren't you?"

"It's almost no longer a joke, there are still a lot of people who shy away from dark wizards, although there are fewer of them than before. We need an organization or a place to be a receptacle for them."

 

…… Eh, don't you really think about this?

I'm also a little impatient with the demon lord who thinks seriously normally.

 

"Either way, it's a long way off, and you still have too much work to do."

「…… That's right."

 

There's a lot of work to be done.

That's right.

 

"But that's a different story......

 

The Demon King's gaze turns to my right arm.

To be exact, it's a lost gauntlet.

 

"Have you taken away the gauntlet? Is there a guy like you?"

"It's a line of light magic enhancement, isn't it?"

"Then I'm glad I got away with it."

 

That's what I'm thinking now.

It would have been hard if it had been my healing magic or something more serious that was taken away.

…… Maybe it was just that he couldn't do it because the lineage enhancement of Shea was incomplete.

 

"Is there anything wrong with being robbed of the gauntlet?"

"No."

"I suppose so."

 

With a smile on his lips about what's funny, the demon lord sits down deeply in his chair.

 

"Originally, the essence of Shenlong armor is to 'promote growth' in the owner, and eventually it will no longer be needed, and it will only become a useful piece of armor."

"If Master Falga hears about it, he'll be angry......

"In fact, he'll laugh at you, because it proves that humans can move forward on their own without relying on the power of the Divine Dragon."

 

Is there such a way of thinking?

I wonder if Kazuki's gauntlet, Senpai's sword, and Leona Mr./Ms.'s spear are the same.

The ability to eventually become able to do without armor ——— kind of anticipation of possibilities, so to speak.

 

"But the fact that someone inside Xia Garmio wanted your gauntlet means that he needed a piece of armor to assist his light magic."

"As far as I'm concerned, I didn't feel like she was that good...... It was like I was forced to activate it......

"I should say that the Shea Garmio itself is unfinished, and I can only hope that the finished form is not as insane as Hisago......"

 

Shea's lineage enhancement remained incomplete.

I still remember her bleeding from her injured arm due to the forced strengthening of the system.

 

"Can you tear away the entity that controls Shea?"

"I can't say anything at this point."

 

The Demon King answers my question.

 

"No matter how much I do, I was unconditionally possessedSomething・・You can't imitate it by tearing it off. The first thing is to catch them."

「…… I get it."

 

Should I have caught Shea at that time, even if it was a little forceful......?

No, it could have killed her.

…… You shouldn't just think about what ifs.

 

"I'll check the details in the report again."

"Got it."

"Hmm? No, I'll leave the report to Hannah, who is your assistant. Didn't you hear that?"

 

Or was it?

It's a helpful story for me, but Mr./Ms. Hannah could say a few words too.

 

"But me and Koga can write a report, ......?"

"No, I'm not good at reporting."

 

I'm just wondering why you were able to be the commander of the Second Legion......

Maybe you left it to your subordinates......?

 

"You guys need some rest, especially Usato, I know you're tired even if you take care of your healing magic."

「…… Do you understand?"

"Who do you think I am?"

 

He was a demon king.

Sure, he's right, I'm pretty tired.

I was resting while exploring, but I didn't have much time to rest. Besides, it is true that I was nervous as the vice-captain in charge of the squad.

 

「…… Then I will indulge you in your kindness and let me rest."

"Hmm."

 

Let's use Mr./Ms.'s dormitory today.

As expected, I don't feel comfortable disturbing Koga's room.

…… But before that, there was something I wanted to ask the Demon Lord.

 

"Demon Lord, I have one request."

"What?"

"I would like you to prepare a coffin to hold the recovered body......"

 

As expected, I have to confirm this.

I'm sorry to have you stay in Kira's cloak forever, and I need to prepare a place for Mr./Ms.'s colleagues to rest until we return to the Kingdom of Ringle.

 

"Then let's arrange it here."

 

The Demon King, who understands the situation, delivers a message to Mr./Ms. Ciel.

After a few confirmations, Koga and I left the office where the Demon King was.

 

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When you leave the mansion where the Demon King is, you will see Kira, Amako, and Nea at the entrance...... And then there was Senri-sama.

They probably literally flew in when they heard that we were back.

As soon as she spotted Koga, she had a big smile on her face and jumped at her.

 

"Mr./Ms. Koga!"

"Dangerous Koga! Healing Guard!!"

"Usato!? Auntie!?"

 

He grabs Koga's shoulders as he tries to escape and moves him into the trajectory of Senri-sama's pounce.

As I watched him receive her embrace, I approached Amako and the others.

 

"I'm sorry I kept you waiting."

"yes, I'm fine."

"What about Mr./Ms. Nagi?"

"I had my luggage carried to the dormitory first, and I was waiting for Usato."

 

I had unloaded my normal luggage from Keira's cloak earlier.

It must have been a lot of money, but with Mr./Ms.'s help, it seems to be an easy win.

 

"So, how was the report to the Demon Lord?"

"They laughed at me."

"I suppose so."

"It's funny not to laugh."

 

It's Amako and Nea's reaction.

Nea, who has been transformed into an owl, sits on her shoulder and talks to Keira.

 

"Keira, the Demon King has prepared a coffin for you, so let's put the body there."

"Yes, I understand."

「…… Sorry. I'm going to let you carry it."

 

No matter how special the technique is to make it look like a doll, it still carries the body.

Kira doesn't seem to be dissatisfied in the slightest, instead smiling and shaking her head.

 

"There's nothing for Mr./Ms. to apologize for, I'm fine."

"You're strong."

"You're really solid, kid."

"Ehehe"

 

Amako, perhaps impressed, strokes Keira's head.

He looks at her with his eyes squinting pleasantly as he turns his attention to Koga, who is being held by Senri-sama.

 

"Welcome back, Mr./Ms. Koga! I'm going to ...... your return with a thousand thoughts one day!!"

"It's only been two weeks, right?!"

"Aren't you already married for making me wait?"

"The punishment for sin is too heavy......

 

It's full throttle.

He smiles wryly when he sees Koga trying hard to tear off the clinging Senri-sama.

 

"Welcome back Mr./Ms. Usato!"

"Yes, I'm back now, has anything changed while we were away?"

 

Well, I know that if there is a demon lord, there is no big fuss going on.

 

"That's right, I used the personnel sent by Ringle Nirvarna to help the demon tribe."

"Yes, maybe Uluru Mr./Ms.?"

"Yes, she also took the initiative to interact with the demon tribe. Hehehe, we've become friends."

 

Becoming friends with royalty in a normal way is still a terrifying communicative power...... Mr./Ms. Uluru.

But I'm glad she seems to be doing well.

Today I will be staying at the dormitory with Mr./Ms. and the others, so I think I will be able to hear various stories from Uluru Mr./Ms..

 

"Well, we have something to do after this......

"Hey, wait, Usato, are you going to leave me in this situation?"

 

Firmly holding his arm to Senri-sama...... Koga, who was hugged, asks me for help.

I could shake it off if I wanted to...... It's not honest.

 

"Oh, no...... Even if I interrupt here, I can't do anything about it......

"Don't be a common sense person only at times like this!" Do weird things all the time!!"

 

Such absurdity.

To be frank, even if you interfere between Senri-sama and Koga here, Senri-sama will usually be rough, and Koga will only get worse at the end, so I think the right answer here is to let her do what she wants obediently.

With that, I waved to Koga and Senri and left the place.

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It was Usato, who became a common sense person only at odd times.

 

The next update is scheduled for tomorrow at 6 p.m.