33 one paragraph for the time being.

...... Oh, so Hade and the others failed?

Yes, they did. I could have just ordered the assassination, but I gave them a time and place and blocked their escape route, and that would have been a mistake.

It's only incompetent if they can't do what they're told.

The voice that echoed from the crystal didn't seem to be in any way upset. In fact, it sounds as if he's enjoying the situation.

Lord Ragdoll admonishes Lacla when she tries to say something nearby.

He and Marito look at each other and nod. And so the conversation begins.

"So, you've waited all this time for a transmission, what can I do for you?

Yes, I did. Well, I was hoping to talk to you. If you have some time to spare, I'd appreciate it if you'd join me.

Yes, of course. It's not for nothing that I've had the opportunity to talk to you.

And you were going to kill him?

I told him to bring the head back. Even if he's dead, I can still get information out of him.

That's not very nice. I wonder if I'm going to be turned into a brain can for some horror myth.

If you have any questions, I'm happy to talk to you.

"Oh, you don't mind? You have a lot of questions for me, too, don't you?

The first thing I'd like to know is your name, because I can't call you by your name unless you tell me your name, even if it's a pseudonym.

I can't call you by your name unless you tell me your name, even if it's a pseudonym." "Hmm, then I'll call you Raheit.

I looked at Lakra, but she shook her head. I don't think we know each other.

"Well, it's a pleasure to meet you, Raheit.

"Yes, my pleasure. But are you sure you don't have any questions?

What do you want me to ask? That you've been working for Archbishop Ucka, getting him to plant the Mezuzidis secret behind Rakhla's back?

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. For example, who am I?

Besides being the Demon Lord's dog?

......

The person on the other end of the crystal stops speaking. The silence around you grows heavier.

...... I'd like to hear how you came up with that idea.

"It's simple, as you might have guessed, I deciphered this book.

Lakra's face repeats its surprise. I've been deceiving you. It's a look I would have enjoyed immensely if I hadn't done it now, but I'll try to be patient.

"What was that about ......?

"Don't play dumb. You know what it is and you've arranged to kill the man who claimed to be able to decipher it.

No, no, no. He could be bluffing.

You don't like it when people find out about your relationship? Were you planning to have the Demon Lord turn him into a demon or something?

What are you...

You're putting a lot of effort into your words. Show us some room, mastermind.

Raheit is definitely frustrated now. I can feel it through the crystal.

It's not like I'm trying to make him angry, so I'll go along with it. As for the contents of the book, this is a memoir about the fourth Demon Lord to appear in this world, the Blue Demon Lord. Strictly speaking, it's more like a record of observations after the creation of the Blue Demon King.

Yes, the contents of this book are exactly what can be read from the title of the book, Sample #4: The Blue Demon King Investigation Record.

I'm not sure what to say, but I think it's a good idea. And it's carefully written as the fourth. So at least four Demon Lords were all born from the same person's interference.

The first thing he wrote was about his life before he became a Demon Lord. How was he born, how did he live, and how did he die?

It also contains analytical data about the person's abilities and qualities.

The person who created the demon lord was examining his qualities and abilities with the intention of making him a demon lord from the beginning. He was even involved in their deaths.

And he was even involved in their deaths. The necromancy described here is a simplified version that greatly simplifies the construction of resurrection magic and focuses only on extracting the soul. The Blue Demon King was also known as the Immortal Lord of the Undead.

He gave his knowledge to the Demon Lords and brought them into conflict with the world. And the worst history was created.

"There was a common denominator among the abilities he gave. "There was a common denominator among the abilities I gave other demon lords as well. One was how to create a demon world, his territory, a land where demons are born.

The Demon Lord propagates his magic power into the atmosphere and repaints the land. The demon lord would spread his magic power through the air and paint the land, establishing it as his own territory and calling it the demon world, where he could exercise his power to the fullest.

The plants and animals that grow in the land become deformed, and any creature that harms people is called a demon.

And second, a way to convert humans into demons.

Yes, the demon race refers to those who were originally human, but whose existence was rewritten by the demon lord's magic power.

The reason he told this to the Demon Lords was because they were originally human. That's why he gave them a way to involve those who were close to him.

Humans can't live long in the demon world. In order to bring in their old friends, they need to be transformed into demons.

This book is only a record. I'm sorry, but this book is only a record. There was some additional information on necromancy, but no other techniques. You know that, right?

"...... Apparently it's true what they say about being able to read. So you are a Chikyuu after all?

Yes. And you're not. Too bad.

How can you be so sure?

Your pronunciation of "earth" is too distorted. It's obvious you got it from hearsay.

Well, that's just as well.

Now, let me tell you why I called him the Demon Lord's dog. There are many descriptions of the Demon Lord's life in this book. Some of them were inconvenient to the Demon Lord. It is more of a disadvantage than a weakness.

For example, the Demon Lord is not easily affected by magic from others due to the uniqueness of his own magic power. It is difficult to receive recovery spells.

In other words, if you are badly injured, only you can heal the wound.

If you only know what's in the book, it's still gray. It's black when you try to take it.

"Is that so? I'm sure the Yugoslavs are doing the same.

How can you say that when you haven't even informed the Pope?

How can you be so sure the Pope doesn't know?

If he knew that a dead demon king can be resurrected, it's only natural that the Yugra religion would have taken a different form.

...... So that's what it says.

I'm not sure what to make of it. It is a being with the power to revive.

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

Even if they were fooling around, if they knew the contents of this book, there was a risk that the whole world would hear about it.

If the Pope knew the contents of the book, he would not have entrusted it to a misguided person like Archbishop Ucka.

Who is the one who doesn't want this fact to be known? Needless to say, it's probably the Demon Lord. Then it's no wonder you're called the Demon Lord's dog for trying to steal the book for him, right?

"But it still doesn't add up. I'm sure you're not the only one.

"You're the ones who took Docola's arm, right?

Is that where you get the name of that person?

The whole thing started with Docora, who was in the darkest part of Mejlis. Why he betrayed his country and stole the book, that's what brought you all to light.

Let's hear it.

Docola knew it was the earthlings who created the abominations, including resurrection magic. But he hadn't read the book. Had he been able to, the necromancy he was using would have been more advanced.

It is possible for a wise person to acquire the same necromancy as Dokora if he looks at the diagrams in the book. But the notes and other information in the book contained more advanced information.

That is, how to use the undead as higher beings.

"Then how did Docora know about it? "Then how did Docora know about it? As a member of the dark arts, she learned it from you.

As a member of the dark arts, Dokora was investigating a disturbing party when he came into contact with Raheit and his team and received information.

And when Dokora realized the importance of the information, he fled. In doing so, he stole a book that he used as a bargaining chip.

"Most likely, he was talking about the book and was asked about it. So Docola stole the book and fled the country. You can't stay in Mejlis knowing you've got the Archbishop of Uca in your pocket and you're able to get your hands on the dark side. After that, Mejlis wanted Dokora. Dokora wanted to use the book as a bargaining chip, but he could not read. So he learned necromancy and lived as a bandit.

The shadow of the Demon Lord had invaded the country he had believed in and served. The book that he had acquired as a weapon was not something he could handle.

For Dokora, the only people he could trust were those he could control. He had spent the rest of his life in the position of a bandit, and then an earthling appeared, and that is why he entrusted the book to Dokora on his deathbed.

Docola entrusted the book to him on his deathbed, hoping that it might help him uncover the schemes of the man beyond the crystal.

"Seems Docola was really good at the dark side. He noticed your presence and connection to the Yugra cult and succeeded in stealing the book. After that, he went rogue. ...... I have a little sympathy for him, though.

"Yes, I do. She was good. I didn't think he'd figure out who we were.

But things worked out in your favor, too. The book that was sealed by the Juglar cult is now out in the open, which makes it easier for you to achieve one of your goals, Rahite.

If you just didn't want people to know the secret of the book, you could have just retrieved it and re-sealed it. The reason he didn't do so was probably because Raheit himself wanted the book.

It was difficult for him to get his hands on the book even though he was hiding in the Yugra cult. But that's where Docora came in. This was both a danger and an opportunity.

"It seems that you Chikyuu people are very intelligent.

"Don't say something you don't mean. I bet you think I'm talking out of my ass.

"Oh, you see? Information is a weapon. It's only foolish to brag about having acquired it.

"I don't want to live smart. I want to live a safe life.

What's the difference?

If you're smart, Rahite, you'll be just like him. You can take advantage of people, you can elevate yourself, you can look down on others. But I've seen plenty of people who aspire to that kind of life. I don't want to live a life that makes me puke.

That's harsh. Does it hurt your conscience?

Of course it hurts. I'm weak. Not only my body, but my mind, my position, everything is weak. That's why I don't have high hopes. If I could live in peace, both physically and mentally, that would be enough. But people like you get in the way of that.

A roar and an angry voice echoed from behind the crystal. That's not the sound Raheit made.

"No way.

"No way. I knew you were somehow interfering with the collaboration between Archbishop Ucka and Pope Eupharo. That's why I had another means, Archbishop Maja directly informing Pope Eupharo in secret. In addition, he also said that the ringleader is the one who is taking his time to contact Taze at this time of crisis!

The sounds of a fierce struggle were broadcast from the crystal. Soon after, the communication from the crystal was cut off.

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The one who burst into the room was Archbishop Ucka. There are several priests surrounding him.

"How dare you plot against me, you rat!

"Well, Master Ucka, it looks like the hypnosis has been lifted.

"Well, Master Utka, it looks like the hypnosis has been lifted. You've used a spell to increase her resistance to mental interference beforehand. It's no surprise that even an idiot would have taken such measures.

There are two escape routes. The passageway and the window that Ucka and the others have fortified. But the windows have already been warded. It's possible to destroy them, but it's useless if they take advantage of that.

Is it better to go through them head-on? He's the Archbishop, but he's the weakest of the Archbishops. If it comes down to actual combat, we have the advantage.

There's no way out. Let's keep him quiet!

But there is a better way.

Use magic. A spell that creates crystals of magic and pierces the opponent. The point of origin is set, and the crystal rises up from there. It is a spell that can be used with a single action and is perfectly powerful.

Do you think you can hit me with that?

Ukka anticipates and evades the crystal that suddenly appears in the narrow space. The other priests evade as well. It's a good move, but it's a bad move.

He immediately releases the crystal and jumps into the path offered to him.

"Thank you very much, and goodbye.

"Sweet!

Suddenly, I feel a shock overwhelm my entire body. I look up, and sure enough, there's a magic circle on the ceiling.

A gravity spell, right above you?

A pressure several hundred times greater than your own weight assaults your body. You immediately cast a defensive spell to limit the damage to your body, but you can't release the pressure. My whole body sinks, creating cracks in the ground.

You've done well despite being called the weakest archbishop.

"I am indeed weak. I'm certainly weak. My abilities and accomplishments pale in comparison to the other Archbishops.

The look in Vucca's eyes is different than usual. These are real eyes.

But he's still the Archbishop.

Vodka throws something. It's a magic seal. That's bad. If it touches you it'll break the defensive spell. Then you'll be exposed to this gravity spell in the flesh.

Gravity spells create high gravity magic from a magic circle. If the magic stone does not come close to the magic circle, its effect will not be lost.

Is it over?

Not really.

A crystal rises from the ceiling. This spell can be easily activated by using your eyes or your fingertips. The raised crystal destroys the ceiling and the magic circle loses its structure.

Get up and catch the magic seal stone thrown at you. Under the influence of the magic stone's construction destruction area, the crystal on the ceiling fizzles out.

Oh no, that was a close call.

I said, "No, it's over.

Suddenly my vision wavered, my body lost its freedom. A sweet scent fills your nostrils, is it hypnotic?

The priests around you are setting up their own wards. I have to throw away this stone and deploy the warding as quickly as possible.

I throw the stone with a snap of my wrist. This will create a protective barrier against the hypnotic incense.

I told you it was over, don't make me say it three times you idiot.

A ward appears around you. The magic seal stone is blocked by the ward and bounces back to you.

Normally, wards are created around a base point. However, Ukka has created a cubic warding around me in front of her, starting from herself.

The smell of the hypnotic incense begins to further deprive my body of its freedom. I have to destroy the wards and escape, but the magic is due to the magic seal stone nearby...

I'm sure you'll be able to figure it out.

He takes out a small knife from his pocket.

Don't think you can destroy it with that.

"Yes, it can. Like this.

Put the knife to your neck, take a breath, and you're ready.

"Then goodbye.

After conceding defeat and smiling at the winner, he slid his arm to his side in one fluid motion.

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Later, Mejis informed me that Rahite was unable to escape and committed suicide.

The body has been sealed up tightly in case a third party tries to retrieve it.

I was surprised to hear that it was Archbishop Ucka who cornered him, but Lakra said he was not so surprised.

According to him, he was Lakra's mentor in actual combat. A master is like a disciple.

His talents are lower than most archbishops, but he makes up for it with hard work and skill. ...... That makes me feel closer to him.

But the strategy is as you can imagine. In addition, he is in a position to be held responsible for this incident.

Archbishop Ucka was hypnotized by Rahite and used for his convenience.

It was also because of Archbishop Ucka's permit that Rahite took possession of the dark side of Mejlis.

Archbishop Ucka, though in a hypnotic state, has done a great deal. However, there was no criticism from the affected Tarzians, and he was able to clear his name by hunting down Raheit.

He will be audited by the other archbishops for a while, but no further blame will be placed on him.

As a professional money-launderer, his removal from the archbishopric would have a huge negative impact on the finances of the Church of Yugoslavia, so he could not be punished too harshly.

Marito explained 90% of the secret of the book to Maja, who was now cleared of suspicion. He has her report it to Pope Eupharo. As a result, Pope Eupharo left Mejlis and is currently on his way to Taiz.

He's on his way to Taiz to apologize and return the book to the chief executive.

In the meantime, Lakra has been ordered to wait. He'll be back in Mejlis at the same time as Pope Eupharo.

"So we're done here.

"No, no, if your hypothesis is correct, there is a demon lord or someone related to him who sent Rahite to Mejlis, right?

Marito's words made me bitter. That's right, the deepest part of the problem hasn't been solved yet. Are they preparing to resurrect the Demon Lord, or is the already resurrected Demon Lord working in the dark? The threats to this world are still lingering.

I hope Marito and Pope Eupharo can work it out. Because of that last thing, it's become a very sensitive issue.

I'd like you to be the one to tell Pope Eupharo about it.

Yes, the main problem with the book remains. This is the only thing I haven't told Maja, Lakra, or even Ilias.

Marito had told me that after I told Pope Eupharo, I would decide whether or not to tell anyone else.

I agree, this secret will change the history of this world. I think it's better to keep it in the dark.

"I'll take my seat, but you're the king. It's too much for me.

Oh, come on, I'll give you the throne.

Well, I'm off then. Thanks for your help.

We've talked about the aftermath. Now I won't be coming here for a while. Even though I'm worried about the future, I think I can live in peace for a while.

No, you'll have to come back tomorrow, though.

Why?

Well, you're done deciphering the book, but you're not done telling me about the other world, are you?

Wasn't that just a prelude to deciphering the book?

I don't know what you're talking about. What are you talking about? - You've actually been working on various policies. Of course the deal is still on.

...... Okay.

There are many inconveniences in this world. There are many inconveniences in this world. In order to recreate the civilization that we are used to on Earth, we need both money and power.

Working for Marito is the quickest way to satisfy those needs.

But don't come to me with any crazy ideas.

Ha-ha-ha, it's between you and me, right?

Don't come to me with it.

Then we'll go to Maja's. I have to apologize to Marito for distancing myself from him, even though he has been a great help to me.

When I visited the church, I found him in the middle of teaching Wolfe.

"Oh, Shishou!

Oh, you're always so dedicated.

Wulfe is studying hard. You're studying very hard, Wulfe, but you're always playing tricks with His Majesty, aren't you?

I'm here to apologize for that, so don't hold it against me.

"The Iliad has been misleading me, you know. I don't want my best friend's daughter to be a bad influence.

You're right. ......

Well, okay. I understand what's going on, and if I were you, I'd give you credit for coming to apologize. It's not like he's only a bad influence on the Iliad.

You seemed like your usual self, is that right?

Yeah, she's getting stronger lately. He's been chasing his father's shadow for a while now, but I think it's a good change.

I don't know about that. ......

And!　Ilias is my best friend's daughter. I just want to make sure she grows up right. You'll have to understand that.

I'll keep that in mind.

Good. I'll go make some tea.

Maja laughed and disappeared into the back. You can find her at .......

I'll sit next to you.

"Yes, please!

I sit down next to Wolfe. Wolfe is quietly studying his letters. He's already better than us at writing in this world. She's growing up to be a good, well-mannered child.

Wolfe, just listen to me.

Okay.

First of all, I want to apologize to you. I'm sorry.

...... Shishou, did you do something wrong to Wolfe?

Yeah, I used you as bait that night.

I used you as bait that night to lead the dark cells into battle.

"Fight as hard as you can, even if you lose. There's a point to you fighting. Use it.

Wolfe listened to the explanation and agreed without any hesitation. I was determined to give a good future to this child who has lived a horrible past, but I got her into this mess.

There had to be another way. I could have found another way, but I decided it was the most effective and used you. You're no better than the Kuro Wolves.

"Shishou is different, because Shishou was angry.

He said he was angry. ...... Yeah, I guess so.

I've only known Gazen for a short time, but I think he was upset because he killed a face he knew.

This is why Ilias, who saw the change in you, was worried about you and went so far into it. Even Wolfe took advantage of him without hesitation.

I'm too weak mentally, and I'm too clever to do anything about it. I'm a bad guy, yeah.

Shisho was upset for Wolfe, and that was his greatest treasure. If the Shishou is doing it for someone else, the Ulphe wants to help him.

"...... I see.

I unconsciously pat Wolfe on the head. This child had long since grown up.

At the very least, he is not as weak as someone like you, whose emotions waver and waver.

But if Shisho apologizes, then Wolfe is forgiven.

I can't help it, my emotions fluctuate so much when I'm with Wolfe, I feel like I'm going to cry.

"Oh, thank you. "Oh, thank you. And good job. It's great that you beat the Dark Side.

"Heh!

Well, I'm thinking of growing some small plants at home, maybe some vegetables. Why don't you join me, Wolfe?

Yes, I'll do it!

Good answer.

But, you know, you can't grow vegetables on .......

"If you grow something you don't like, you might get attached to it and come to like it. Well, if you grow things you like, you may come to like them more.

Well, I'll do my best!

That's the spirit.

Let's look for the same book that Gazen was carrying. Maybe we can find out what kind of vegetables he was planning to grow. I'll put it on his grave next time. I'm sure he'll ask me to give him the sake, though.