3rd Pov
Within a place where the sky was upside down, a place where no logic or laws were applied.
Beyond reality and between the worlds...a dimension that serve as base for all creation, where time and space revolved around nothing.
The most accurate word to call such place would be « Dimensional gap » or perhaps « The ground of Reality »
In this place...two infidivuals could be seen fighting...everything on their ways was annihilated, no sign of hesitation, only pure destruction.
A point in history where rightfullness and evil fought directly...thought in this situation, no one could tell at a glance which side was good or bad.
Simply because neither of them cared for the fate of the world or safety of the people...all they had in mind was the total destruction of their opponent.
In this fleeting moment, where time passed by independently of the central world...the strongest hero of this reality faced the greatest evil known to this story.
Dawn Arceid and Varja also known as Ivarage...two name, two appearance and a single fate.
Varja : This is so much fun ! Give me more you monster !
However, Varja had shown the most despicable attitude ever since the fight started...they had already lost track of time.
Blending into their focus, even so Varja was genuily enjoying this...she who had awakened her consciousness and own will recently.
Even as she was overpowered by her enemy, she found joy in all this ordeal.
Dawn : Shut up !
All contrary, Dawn couldn't be more serious...he couldn't count how many time his blade has pierced his opponent.
But no matter what, Varja couldn't just die...each seconds engraved Dawn's expression, the wording « monster » used to describe him suited his current form well.
A body filled with killing intent, to the point where only a dark fogued figure with two glowing orbs serving as eyes could be observed when staring at him.
Whereas, Varja just looked like a beautiful flower...a figure full of grace shiting the balance between evil and good.
Varja : Ahh...you are really the best ! I can't get enough of this ! I wonder if Mirai will be even better !
Another remark that tickled Dawn's sensible nerve, he gritted his teeth with all his might before rising his hand to the sky.
Dawn : I said shut up...
A burst of magicule escaped his body, they have already crossed the line of no return...ever since the moment they broke the fabrics of space and time.
They had been in this unlogical place...each one of their blow affected the structures of the otherworlds.
This was a territory conenction all creation...simply said, if the two wanted...they could cause much more damagae than any other beings in this very instant.
Dawn : Dusk...
A sleeping spirit who had pent up frustration ever since the lost of her sole comarade...was now awakened on the deadliest front.
Dusk : (Yes master...)
Dawn : [Road of Faith].
A divine arch made of light illuminated the dimension...forming a large empty cross reaching out endlessly.
Varja smirked, she looked up deploying her energy without any technique...simply covering herself like a child wraping a pice of cloth.
Varja : This light...it's dangerous for me isn't it.
Even in front of such threat, a power that would make the strongest race flinch and trigger their surivial instinct.
Varja just felt the need to receive and overcome this attack...as the light intensified before exploded.
The world destroyer dragon stretched her arms forward, a maniac smile aboarding her face.
Dawn : Get radied by the heavenly ligth !
Decades ago, Dawn had created this holy art to equal Luminous's [Sanctuary Disintegration], his goal was to create a power that would bring such destruction while remvoing the restrain Luminous had.
This is the result of his own genius and creativity...[Road of Faith] is a multiplicator based on 3 factors.
The first one is the amount and quality of faith given to Dawn by the population...as a hero hailed in the west, the number is astronomical.
The second factor is his own power, even if his magicule count isn't limitless...he always recovered more than what he used in battle, this technique being part of the rare spell he would feel a drain in his power.
Lastly, spiritual energy...or rather Dusk, the greater spirit of light is the fundation of the spell...
Thus even if one of these factors is lacking, the spell would be greatly affect but that didn't matter in the current situation.
As even if all the faith of the world would be against him...Dawn's very own power as far exceeding the level needed to activate the sppel.
This was just the result of his own anger...
No matter how big the consequence of his present action wil be...he was ready to bear them all just for the annihilation of this singular enemy.
Eleonor Pov
Things happened so fast that I couldn't collect my thoughts...in a flash, Yuu-chan was stabbed in the back by our own comrade.
After that, Yuu disappeared...her appearance shifting into an otherworld like beauty, I couldn't even begin to process the situation when that was being subdued Horizon.
I was left on the side powerless as this Mirai then appeared, proclaiming herself the daughter of the leader.
My heart tightened painfully as a memory resurfaced when I stared into the pure light Mirai exposed.
Dawn...the day he brought me to the empire for our so-called « date », he had a favor to ask me...at this moment, I started understanding what he meant.
I didn't doubt even a second that Mirai Averion was his daughter because he practically confirmed it himself.
« When the time come, help her »
It was the request he submitted to me before using his skill to make me forget, now i remembered everything.
Just by the feeling of it, the light Mirai created was of the same nature as Dawn's...their appearance, their presence and power, everything matched.
Eleonor : Help her...is there even somewhere which needs my help ?
I clenched my fist disappointed in myself, when my best friend was stabbed I did nothing but scream.
Now, they have all reached the realm of the divine...somewhere impossible to find a place.
All I can do is...help the foot soldiers and manage the common army so the others can focus on the more dangerous matters.
Eleonor : I feel bitter about all this...I wonder where you are Yuu-chan...
My personal feelings had to come next, rather than that I should focus on the matter at hand.
A lot of soldiers were injured, and the retreat has been rolling on pure chaos...
Kyuri : Oh you're here !
Turning around, my eyes met with Kyuri...the silver white fox belonging to the leader.
She was unexpectedly deadly earlier but now she has shrunk back into a modest size...slightly bigger than an average human child.
On her back was Shu who seemed to have fainted...
Eleonor : What is he doing here ?
Shu is our last line of defense in Ruberios, he isn't a fighter but a genius craftsman...thus his value only laid in his survival.
You won't throw someone this valuable on the frontline...
Kyuri : Honestly, I feel like our purpose in coming here vanished the moment lady Mirai appeared.
Eleonor : Lady ? Wait...could it be that you know something about her ?
I made my way to the fox and grabbed her fur. This didn't cross my mind but Kyuri suddenly appeared after the leader's appearance changed.
This fox whose power could be classed among the strongest...she definitely knows something I don't.
Kyuri : Calm down, all I can tell you is to be patient...
Indifference...that's right, even if we are connected through our common master, Kyuri and I have no real bond.
The way she calmly asked me to calm down was akin to a cold shower being splashed so suddenly.
Eleonor : I-i...
Kyuri : I can understand you have a lot of questions and that you are doubting your own capabilities but...i can tell you one thing for sure.
Escaping my grip, the fox gently settled down Shu onto the ground before nuzzling something out of his pocket.
It was a small device that excluded a familiar yet foreign energy.
Kyuri : Everyone here being demon lords, heroes or dragons are pawns for the bigger picture, the fact that you are standing here alive and sane means that you still have a purpose to fulfill.
Bigger picture ? I couldn't make sense out of her words...was she implying that all of us living beings were living out of someone else's will ?
Kyuri : There is no one who can predict the future for sure...at least not a mortal that isn't god, don't be too harsh on yourself.
With those last words, she jumped away...her figure disappearing in the horizon.
I looked down with a tightened fist, Shu-kun was still on the ground...I sighed and ruffled my hair in frustration.
Eleonor : A purpose to fulfill...just like how Dawn asked me...
My mission was to guide all the survivors back home...after that, I'll surely be asked to wait in Ruberios until further orders...
Something only I can do...even if I couldn't make sense out of Kyuri's words, it still haunted my mind for the next few hours.
3rd Pov
A cold winter approaching a city which brimmed with spring...that's what Rimuru witnessed as he went back onto the surface after receiving the news of Velzard approaching.
He quickly got away from the city and released his aura to indicate where his location was...since his army was in the middle of a light celebration.
Having the frost dragon and a new hero suddenly appearing would cause a wave of chaos...unneeded turmoil.
Rimuru : This is a very scary sight...
At his side, Shizue and Ramiris...they were the one who were with him when the notification came in.
Surely, it didn't disappoint as Velzard gently landed in her dragon form...her body shone bright before reverting to her humanoid appearance.
Beside her was another beauty which was Velgrynd who carved a wary look after noticing Rimuru...and lastly, to complete this beautiful trio.
A lady who could say the most gracious out of the three...
Rimuru : (Dang...three beautiful women arriving with a badass entry...)
His eyes involuntarily stopped on Velgrynd...an electrifying tension rose up as he was once again reminded that he should have a talk with the one currently resting in his stomach.
Velgrynd : You...you are the last thing my other self saw...
Rimuru : Huh ?
He expected her to lash out and directly try to kill him but instead, Velgrynd wasn't sure of the condition of her other self.
Rimuru : (Shouldn't they be capable of communicating?)
Ciel : (I took some measure to ensure that this liz-i means that the scorch dragon stays quiet for now.)
Rimuru left out a confused goran, not knowing that the Velgrynd he had absorbed was completely shut down by Ciel.
Her body was suspended in the air, rope made of light suspended her to the point where no movement could be made.
Her mouth was binded too, leaving only a tearful face as the mighty dragon struggled.
Ciel : (From my analysis, releasing scorch dragon Velgrynd won't be harmful in any way.)
Rimuru : (Are you sure ? I mean she won't get mad after regaining her full power, right?)
Ciel : (Yes, I made sure this won't happen.)
Hearing her assurance, Rimuru sighed and just let his partner process...he approached Velgrynd who was still glaring at him.
Rimuru : Yeah sorry for that...though we are enemies so you can understand at least that much.
Velgrynd : Wh-
Her words were interrupted as she felt the connection with her other half back...in an instant, she assimilated everything her parallel existence had experienced
A cold chill ran down her back, her vision was flooded with the battle against Rimuru to the torture she experienced under the crazy Manas of Wisdom.
Velgrynd : A-ah...
Coming back to her senses after what felt like eternity, the first sight she was met with is Rimuru...who just stood in front of her, his head tilted.
In a fast motion, Velgrynd quickly jumped back...showing a terrified expression, her hand quickly dug onto her big sister's shoulder as she hid behind her.
Velzard : Velgrynd ?
Velgrynd : M-Manas are scary...let me hide behind you for now, please...
Her sudden behavior left everyone speechless, but the most surprised was Velzard...she couldn't have ever imagined such a sight.
Mirai : Ahem...Rimuru-san, can I talk with you in private ?
Redirecting the discussion away, Mirai pitied a little Velgrynd...since she had knowledge outside the boundaries of reality.
She knew about Ciel and like a puzzle, she understood why Velgrynd had such a reaction.
Rimuru : Y-yeah...
Wanting to get away from here himself, he just followed, not bothering to fully comprehend the request.
Rimuru Pov
What in the world did Ciel do to that poor dragon...sure i was angry at her just a while ago but suddenly i feel sorry for her...
I'm a bit scared to know where Veldora is now...
Ciel : (He is currently hiding while reading a manga after I told him Velgrynd was there.)
Rimuru : (This old man...)
I sighed and shook my head, deciding to have a good talk with him later...for now, I had to give my full attention to this beautiful girl.
Mirai : Stop staring at me, it's creepy.
Rimuru : Ugh-
We got away from the main group and unconsciously as dozed off in my own thoughts, I failed to notice that my eyes just kept locked on her.
Rimuru : Sorry...
Mirai : It's fine, though you are way too docile for the king of a nation.
Rimuru : W-well...
I had nothing to say...she was right, I should be more fierce and intimidating but I didn't feel like it was needed right now.
After all, if the reports are accurately true...then this girl is my friend's offspring, I will never intimidate someone with such status.
Mirai : Meh, that's a quality on its own...
Rimuru : Thanks...I guess ?
She smiled softly as we continued to walk further away...until we couldn't see the other anymore.
Right in the middle of the forest, where the tree leaves fell in slow motion...Mirai halted and looked up.
From where we were, the rift in space/time could be seen...it was a gigantic dome whose size exceeded that of a nation.
Mirai : Rimuru-san...it might be sudden but I have a request.
Rimuru : Tell me...
Mirai : Please...save him, save Dawn Arceid.
Pointing her finger toward the dome above the trees, I fell silent...her back facing me, I genuinely wished the best for my friends.
But for some reason, I was unable to give a direct or reassuring answer...words stuck in my throat.
Feeling my silence, Mirai turned around...her blue eyes judged me for an instant, this gave me the same feeling as when a criminal is accused of something he didn't do.
Mirai : It seems my request is currently too much so I have another one.
Rimuru : You...
Mirai : When the time comes, don't stop us.
At first, I thought she was like a beautiful flower...I was told that she was a hero whose rank equaled that of an awakened demon lord.
But...now, the sense of distress she is excluding creeps me out, her eyes displaying pure calmness who hid immense fear and anxiety.
My heart dropped cold, as my mouth moved instinctively...
Rimuru : Y-yes...
I didn't know what she meant by asking me this...I didn't know who she meant by « us » but I was sure that if I refused now...something would later turn to the wrong twist.
This woman cannot be underestimated...she made me feel like I owed her something, asking a unreasonable request knowing full well I wouldn't be able to grant it.
Then asking the true request...this is a common technique used with the parent as a child or in merchandise.
Mirai : Good, now let's go, there is a meeting soon, right.
Her words resonate within the forest as she returns her gaze toward the dome...this was clearly where she wanted to be.
Even if she was scarily terrifying, but still I could see the ressemble...when staring at her back once again.
The figure of Dawn-kun flashed in front of me...was she worried for her father ? I wondered, her hair flew along the fresh wind.
Ciel : (Master...after examination, individual : Mirai Averion-)
Hearing my partner's sudden report was another frozen shower...I kept my eyes up, watching the woman's back.
Now I could see something else...the weight on her shoulder seemed unimaginable...
3rd Pov
Sometime later, everyone left for the underground meeting room...which was filled really fast.
In a matter of hours, every big leader of the allied force of the west gathered...Elmesia El Ru Sarion, Gazel Dwargo, and many other kings and rulers in the west.
They were all conveyed to this meeting since it will mainly discuss the fate of Humanity.
The seat's position was quite simple...at the head of the table, Rimuru sat there surrounded by his subordinates...he was the only one with more than two allowed guards.
Testarossa and Diablo behind him, he had others like Shuna, Shion or Benimaru on standby.
Important guests like the elven empress or dwarf king were sitting near Rimuru...and the further away you were, the less important you were in the eyes of the demon slime.
Though among all the guests, one of the most important was missing...being Luminous Valentine, ruler of the holy empire of Ruberios.
Instead, Mirai took the seat...but her presence was ignored by the normal human due to the oppressive presence of having all living true dragons gathered in a single place.
Showcasing the importance of this meeting...humans, mortals and deities were all gathered around a single table.
Presentations weren't needed, invitations were also sent in a rush...which allowed any rulers to participate as the entire world was concerned.
Even if Rimuru planned to in a way discriminate everyone by only giving the lowest of the information needed.
He was already let down once by the human race, this won't happen a second time...
Rimuru : Then shall we start this meeting, we will now present the current situation across the globe.
To make sure no foolish human could disturb this meeting, Rimuru's aura was on...the power of the true demon lord affected everyone.
More than that, Rimuru was the fifth true dragon...his current power, if not restrained, could kill all the common folk here by just overpowering them with his aura.
Rimuru : Please Shuna.
Closing his eyes, he gestured toward his subordinate to turn on the device placed in the middle of the table.
A large holographic screen appears displaying multiple pictures of location all across the planet.
The meeting followed suit with the result of the battle led by Tempest and Ruberios, a small notion of Milim's fight with Dagruel also popped.
But the problem of this clash is that the fight was still ongoing...as they spoke, those sharp enough could catch a glimpse of Milim's rage.
The mess being cleared up, Rimuru and everyone concluded that there were 3 main problems now.
The first is the falling sky...explained by the invasion of the angels, the only action that they could take is to trigger any possible defensive system they possessed in their respective nation.
The second problem is Milim...at this rate, the world might collapse under her power as it's growing every second now.
No matter how strong Dagruel is, he will at a moment fall and let Milim run free...
Lastly, it's about Dawn and his disappearance...his sole presence was a sign of hope for the human, so when it was confirmed that he went missing in the south.
Where the rift/dome of space/time formed...some fell into despair, others requested to rescue him as soon as possible.
They were scared...a hero is not just a status given to an individual, it's a sign of hope where mankind can gather under.
A flag of opposition that symbolizes protection...having their greatest hero gone is akin to being told that the enemy could oppose such hope.
Humans couldn't just trust other races when their strongest party wasn't even present...the goddess of Ruberios should be the representative that voices their thoughts, but she wasn't here.
The hero who serves as her ace neither could be seen...aside from those two big names, Hinata wasn't present, just an unknown white haired girl.
Elmesia : Rimuru, fighting on two three different sides is too much...what are your plans of action ?
After being presented with the potential threat, the big shot started discussing among themself...almost ignoring the rest of the room.
This was a simple quick judgment as those in actual range to speak with Rimuru were being who had lived for centuries...
They had experience to back themself and knew more than any human, a bad ally is worse than 10 terrifying enemies.
Trying to share a discussion with humans whose interests are only themself is meaningless...they neither had the knowledge or the capabilities to stand at the same height as the powerhouse present.
Rimuru : Mmh, we can't perfectly secure the entire planet...this is simply impossible with the matter at hand.
Swiping his hand through the air, he removed the matter of the falling sky and the rift from the screen.
Rimuru : As much as I want to help my friend, calming Milim is more important...
Gazel : Mmh, this is easier said than done...
Rimuru : Is something the matter ?
Gazel : Unfortunately, Dwargon cannot risk to fight with the Destroyer...only a handful of individuals can face her, no matter how big or well prepared an army is, she cannot be taken down with a normal method.
His point was justified, not like Rimuru had any intention to bring any army to confront Milim.
Rimuru : Don't worry, because I plan to confront Milim by myself.
With a charismatic tone, Rimuru silenced the entire room with a single statement...sure, the fact that he was now a true dragon wasn't known
But even so...the Destroyer's reputation equaled that of Demon lord Guy Crimson...a force incomparable to any catastrophe.
Ramiris : Are you suggesting you go alone ?
Rimuru : That's right...actually I feel more confident going solo, so I won't have to hold back.
Was it overconfidence ? Or perhaps arrogance ? Did he underestimate the opposing force ? No, he just had faith in Milim.
He had learned her story and past before...Milim is a cheerful kid who suffered at the cost of human greed.
She wouldn't snap for no reason...at least Rimuru's best friend wouldn't, this is why instead of sacrificing someone to fight her...he wanted to at least try talking to her.
Velzard : (I just noticed but his existence...it's similar to us True dragon?)
Velzard's ice cold eyes fixated the slime...she couldn't pay much attention early because of Velgrynd's sudden behavior.
But now she could see it clearly...even if Rimuru had to fight, he might be able to pull off something, not to the point of winning but still.
Velzard : I see...I think we can all trust him with this.
Raising her hand, not even Rimuru expected having a positive vote from Velzard...all eyes turned toward her.
The silent beautiful white ice dragon, her sole presence after being presented is enough to shake the entire continent's flow.
Ramiris : Mmh...if Velzard agrees then I guess there must be a reason...
Elmesia : Still, wouldn't the storm dragon be a more wiseful choice ?
At the mention of his name, Veldora jolted up...he was trying to make himself invisible by not talking or even breathing...
Since all his nightmares were present in a single room...not even a manga could distract him from the aloof presence of his sisters.
Velgrynd : I'm against that.
Again another surprising intervention, Velgrynd a former or maybe still enemy.
Elmesia : Why so ?
Velgrynd : Veldora is nowhere near powerful enough to fight with Milim in her current form, also he is too dumb to engage in emotional talk.
Vemzard : Well I can't argue with that.
Ramiris : Right...he might even accidentally enrage Milim more...
A three series blow combo that pierced right through the storm dragon's soul...k.o.
Veldora : (O-ouch...)
Rimuru : Ahem ! As you heard, I'm the best bet so just trust me and leave Milim's matter in my hand.
His confidence simply left no room for debate, the fact that two true dragons backed his claim also helped...
Gazel : Are we going to ignore the fact that the eastern empire's guardian deity is currently sat with us ?
His sudden question brought a sense of realization across the room...it was a world wide fact that the Jura Tempest Federation and the Eastern empire was at war just a few hours ago.
So to see the scorch dragon sitting there, calmly and almost cooperative was shocking.
Velgrynd : I have my own reason...besides who would want to fight this crazy slime a second time...
She muttered the last part while looking away, her skin shivered as she was once again reminded of the traumatic experience within the imaginary space.
Her words weren't caught by anyone beside those with sharper senses...this left a single thought in those people's mind.
« What could have Rimuru possibly done for the scorch dragon to fear him ? »
Even so, this question will be left unanswered until the end of time itself...as neither Rimuru or Velgrynd wanted to explain.
Rimuru : I can vouch for Velgrynd-san, as for now she is on our side.
With Rimuru stepping in, everyone was forced to agree...this was when he noticed that his words had much more weight than before.
He wasn't just simply the king of a newly created nation but rather he was Rimuru Tempest, the ruler of monsters who had pushed back the empire.
No one seemed to raise their voice in hope of denying his new authority.
Rimuru : (Beside after hearing Velgrynd-san's story, she is also a victim...)
A fourth matter Rimuru didn't want to disclose was the current state of the eastern empire...humanity was at risk, so if it was announced that the war against the east was still going.
The morale would drop dead down...one of the major threats, Manas : Michael.
But it was concluded beforehand that Velgrynd will be the one dealing with him...
Rimuru : Now, onto the next matter...
Swiping his hand right, the screen zoomed on the breaking sky...the cracks all around the world seemed to have been intensified.
Along that, a sort of golden aurora mixed onto the original blue sky...thi was the warning that the divine order race, Angel, will soon descend.
Rimuru : From what I learned, the Great Tenma war will soon happen...Tempest cannot provide support to everyone in this case, all I can say is that you people should set your differences aside and help each other to get through this.
From Ramiris's mouth, he had learned more about the angels...they weren't a threat for Tempest or Ruberios.
It was more concerning for the rest of the western nation...even so, Rimuru couldn't just weaken his own nation to help the other.
He wasn't that kind...
Western king : Wait ! Are you really asking us to fend off for ourselves ?
Western king : Shouldn't we all stick up together ? It's the Great Tenma war so feared in our legend and myth...
Western noble : Didn't the Jura Tempest manage to push away the empire ? Then they could help us too !
Finally, the true nature of the human kind was revealed...noise filled up the room, there were over 30 human rulers present.
They had the number advantage and after the first protest, everyone thought it was okay to chim in...a domino effect based on their greed.
Rimuru : (Ahh, this is going to be a headache...)
Diablo : (Rimuru-sama, should i dispose of them all?)
Rimuru : (N-)
Testarossa : (My~what a good idea, i can easily usurp their respective throne afterward.)
Rimuru : (Eh ? Seriously?)
He was getting a bit scared from his follower's expression...not only them, with a single glance he noticed all his friends and those considered powerful were starting to grow annoyed by the human's antics.
Velzard : Should I just freeze them all to death ?
Velgrynd : I think roasted is better...
Ramiris : Calm down you two...
The noise growing louder and louder, Rimuru held his forehead trying to find a way to calm them all.
He tried to seek help from his fellow rulers but Elmesia was just looking down, polishing her nails uninterested...
As for Gazel, he had his eyes closed and arm crossed waiting for the situation to unfold.
This basically meant that Rimuru had to set off the fire by himself...or so he thought, as his eyes wandered around, he caught a glimpse of a particular girl who was oddly quiet.
Rimuru : (Wait is scary as hell!)
Her hair stood in the way of her vision, a menacing aura slowly made its way out of her body.
In a heavy motion, she slammed her hand over the table...a loud shockwave reverberated throughout the room.
The previous slanders quieted down, now all the attention was on this unknown girl who sat on one of the most prestigious seats.
Mirai : You guys are awfully loud when all you spout is pleas for help.
None tried to stop her from speaking those harsh words directed toward the end of the room.
Naturally, this didn't go well with the one insulted...
Western noble : This is a meeting where we are trying to work together !
Western queen : Yes ! How dare you blame us for that ?! I'm sure this monster nation also needs our help !
Western noble : Beside where are the Holy empire's cadre ? Are they looking down on us that much to not attend such a meeting ?
Western king : And to send such a rude woman as its representative !
Another wave of slanders aimed toward Mirai...this ticked those behind her though the main concern wasn't that bothered.
This is what she was after...since neutralizing slander toward an individual is easier than against a whole subject.
Mirai : (It's better that way, I can just shut them all done at once.)
Flora who was standing behind her as her attendant couldn't help but sweatdrop after realizing her intention.
They had met just early...Flora and Lucas were hesitant in believing such words, their comrade Yuu was in reality the daughter of their leader and now she was taking the lead...
Absurdity like that was hard to believe but ultimately, they had to follow suit...
Velzard : Should I shut them all up ?
Velzard's presence also helped since they all knew about her close relationship with their leader.
Mirai : No it's fine...i'll take care of it myself-
Western noble : Who is even this little brat ?!
Removing her first off the table, Mirai stared at the large crack she had formed...her eyes then wandered off toward Rimuru then Ramiris.
Mirai : Who am I ? Tell me, noble of the west, will you be able to hold your head at the same height after I reveal who I am ?
Western noble : Wha-
Western king : Quiet down ! This lady is still the representative of Ruberios !
A more wiseful ruler quickly shut down those who were about to cross the line...it didn't need to be a genius to know Ruberios's might.
Even a paladin of theirs could be attending such a meeting...and standing among royalty, seeing the Mirai's confidence triggered a hint of fear through the wise king.
He saw an opportunity to get closer to Ruberios...making an enemy out of them is the last option one needed.
Mirai : Seriously...nobles will always be the same...
A memorial flash of her former home, the great duchy where everyone was united under a single banner...a land ruled by a true noble...Mirai could only shake her head in disappointment.
She slowly got up, swiping her hand through her hair...she stood still, her jewel-like eyes judging every single individual present in the room.
Mirai : I will redo my introduction since none of you bothered to listen to it earlier.
Placing her hand over her chest, she gracefully introduced herself again...the way she spoke and her intonation made it seem like she did a favor to all those present.
Mirai : I stand here as the holy empire of Ruberios's representative, my name is Mirai Averion, but some of you might be more familiar with my father's name.
As a small smile crept up her face, she simply looked up with an innocent smile taking pleasure in this.
Mirai : I am the hero Dawn Arceid's daughter, hopefully this will remove any misconception of Ruberios's seriousness over this meeting.
Changing the heat into cold, her words sank like a hot knife into a butter block...she simply stood there eyeing the reaction with sweat confidence.
A potent silence enveloped the room...no one knew how to react, this wasn't just a simple matter of daughter and father.
On top of that, they couldn't properly believe these simple words...a hero with such fame is observed and countless rumors fly around his head.
But never the mention of a wife or daughter ever appeared...
Gazel : I see, no wonder you look so much like him.
Unexpectedly, the dwarf king got up...he was now suddenly interested, turning his head toward Rimuru first.
Gazel : Oi Rimuru, can we trust this girl ?
Rimuru : Huh ? Well...I guess ?
Gazel : You don't sound sure...you mind if i test her right here ?
Without waiting for an answer, Gazel turned back to Mirai...his arm loosened beside his large body, his eyes turned fierce as he suddenly activated [Hero Haki].
His mighty power filled the room in an instant, those too weak minded were forced down...since they were all human, it didn't affect them negatively.
Reminding them of the power of Gazel Dwargo, a hero of its own...
Gazel : (Not bad.)
However, Mirai didn't even flinch...her hair was flying through the shear tension of his aura but her eyes remained calm.
She took a light breath before straightening her posture and released her own power.
Mirai : You dare test me even after knowing my identity ?
Her eyes glowed bright, the next moment Gazel was forced down back onto his seat...sweat poured from his forehead as his haki was totally overpowered.
Gazel : (She is a monster too...)
If Gazel made sure to use the necessary power to test and not injure anyone, Mirai simply unleashed a force way beyond what he was capable of.
The cold room was now filled with a silver to almost white nebula of magicule...the power of the new hero presented to the world started making those too weak go crazy.
Mirai : This will be a single warning without a second chance, do not test me...if you can't handle the consequences.
After a short while, she simply retracted her aura and sat back on her chair...crossing her arms, this was what she meant by swiping everyone in a single loop.
Now, no one will dare cross words with her...she has proved her worthiness, her identity and authority all at once.
Velzard : (That's my girl!)
Ramiris : Ara~they sure do look alike.
Rimuru : (Women are really terrifying...)
While the humans were catching their breath back, multiple different reactions ran through the room ending ultimately with another awkward silence.
Testarossa on the side, glanced toward the new hero with new found curiosity...though upon noticing her stare, Mirai threw back a dangerous glare.
Testarossa : (Mmh ? Hostility?)
Mirai : (She is the woman who killed father in the first loop...)
Tension was palpable, Rimuru noticed it and quickly let out 3 dry coughs before taking the lead back.
Rimuru : Anyway, let's put the angel matter aside and go toward the last topic.
Swiping his hand again, the large dome where space and time was ripped appeared on the screen...the basic information was already given, now they only needed to find a solution.
And for this matter, instead of Rimuru...it was Ramiris who spoke up.
Ramiris : Some of you expressed your worry to the hero of the west, as you all know he is currently trapped within this dome whose property cannot be explained with simple words.
There was no solution...but this answer will only start another ordeal, all they know is that their hero is trapped there.
They didn't know about Ivarage, they didn't know about the dimension within the dome...
Ramiris : Judging from the lack of information, we cannot risk an expedition to help him...
It was hard for her to say it, she had to swallow her own pride...
Velzard : I'm against that.
Ramiris : Huh ?
Velzard : Sorry Ramiris but I plan to go there and help if I can.
She was serious and Ramiris could tell that...there was no way she could find words to stop her now.
Ramiris : Ahh...why are you making this harder.
Velzard : It is what it is, an-
Mirai : Sorry to interrupt but I believe Velzard-san should remain here...
Chaining a confused reaction, no one expected Mirai to stop the strongest true dragon alive from going there.
Velzard : Huh ? Why ?
Mirai : I have my own reason...but the main one would be-
She avoided Velzard's freezing glare, even if Mirai was his daughter she wouldn't spare her if she planned something weird.
Mirai : I am his daughter, so let me take care of it.
She didn't have a shred of hesitation or fear when announcing her participation, her eyes circled past Velzard to look at something further beyond as if expecting her next answer.
One would think it's foolish of her to basically state that she would take the place of a true dragon...Velzard at that, but Mirai was showing unbound confidence.
Velzard : I could help too, are you trying to resolve this on your own ?
Mirai : Yes, this is a problem that revolves around my family...so please don't interfere now.
It was an illogical thing to do in this situation, but Velzard couldn't help but be entranced by this resolution.
She took a second to ponder before sighing.
Velzard : (So she doesn't see me as a family, well I couldn't expect that much after a simple journey) Fine, i will do as you say.
She backed down, Velgrynd was the most shocked about this as she never would have expected her cold sister doing this.
Mirai : Thank you.
Things should have ended here but as Mirai expressed her gratitude...the atmosphere shifted dread with everyone tensing up.
Those capable enough immediately got up and formed several barriers to close a certain spot on the table.
Where space started to bend afterward...a rift large enough to fit 2 grown men penetrated the room.
And coming out of it...two bare feet followed by the figure of a young lady, her silver hair trailed off her back overlapping her light dress.
A major detail about this sudden appearance was that the lady missed an arm...in fact her body was burned barely holding onto with regeneration.
A smile adorned her face, a very creepy smile as her two pupils shrinked upon fully coming out.
The rift closed instantly after...she was standing on top of the meeting table...all eyes on her eyes, a concerning aura escaped her body.
An aura that could instantly wipe out most of the people present...those who fought her in the past recognized this presence filled with destruction.
And Mirai could only glare up with a sudden urge of rage...
Rimuru : Who is that ?
Ciel : (Warning ! Sudden intruders possess a power superior to that of a True dragon!)
Rimuru : Wha-
His words were cut short as the newcomer roared...despite her delicate appearance, the cry she let out was nonetheless but terrifying.
Ramiris on her hand quickly initiated her skill, sending all those too weak away...they were still in her labyrinth after all.
Ramiris : (How did that bastard get in there ?! My Labyrinth works with its own space/time!)
She was genuinely scared, watching the entire floor crumble over a simple roar...which ended after a few seconds.
The lady simply stood still before laughing maniacally...all those who remained knew who she was aside from Rimuru.
The world destroyer dragon or evil god, Ivarage...
Varja : I won...hahahaha ! I WON !
A few words that sent chills over everyone's spine...a catastrophe had just appeared before the final battle could even start.