Slime Who Turned into a Demon King
10.Letter of Challenge From Rimuru To Hinata

A confident person like Luminus, whose power Hinata does not even

can begin to understand, describing Guy's powers as belonging to another dimension. That

makes Hinata think — about Guy, and about Milim, who actually never

faced him. Hard imagine. That's what the Special S rank is for. If all of humanity united, maybe they could deal with such a monster — but even that was wishful thinking, therefore assuming the presence of a Hero in the human ranks. No Heroes now, and thus no chance.Add again, the current ranks of demon lord — Octagram — are at their own level of danger, including Rimuru. Luminus believes Rimuru is still in the midst of a resurgence, and Reyhiem's words are more than enough to support that.

Soon others began to remember the story of the true demon lords, a terrifying presence

that's. They weren't revealed to the public in case of panic, but it was real, and it was

when the first dragon lost its power, it showed no signs of regeneration itself for some reason. Of the other three, one had been sealed until recently, but now he came back and supported Rimuru — a demon lord who slaughtered the power of twenty thousand alone. It's comparable

with what the other two demon lords did first. Structural destruction

it was not there, perhaps, but the amount of souls he obtained should be sufficient

staggering. A heavy silence filled the room. Clearly no one would want to admit that a demon lord, in the true sense of the term, had been born. There was a huge difference between a would-be demon lord and a true demon lord, so everyone in the room understood that.

Finally, it was Hinata who quietly broke the silence.

“I understand. So we must assume demon lord Rimuru has awakened... ”

Those words were like sharp blades piercing through the silence, lighting a fire below

those who can no longer tolerate silence. “It looks like it should be. Now what? If we let him, he will be

threats beyond anything we can handle, right?”

“Quiet. Rimuru is a former human. If he tries to coexist

with humanity, there should be no need to fight it.”

“Good. We need to see how he reacts.”

“But we know for sure that he defeated twenty thousand knights without hesitation! He's clearly a threat. Are you sure we should trust him...? ”

The last comment from Renard summed up everyone's thoughts. Such

many wars begin — thoughts play tricks, arouse fear

against potential opponents. That is quite true even among mankind; if

his opponent was a demon lord, it would be hard to believe him. That wouldn't be

it becomes a problem if the enemy can be hunted at any time, but Rimuru grows more

strong at high speed. For the paladins guarding humanity, and the knights acting as Holy Emperor swords, they needed to entertain the idea

to handle it before he was truly impossible to deal with.

But Hinata stuck to her gun. “Silent, everyone,” he said firmly.

“Official letter is absolute.”

There is nothing to say that people will change their minds. As Army captain

The cross and the head knight of the Imperial Guards, he guided the heart and mind

The Holy Empire Lubelius. She should be a model for every citizen,

a strong leader for those who serve under him. His mind will

change only if it happens in the will of the Luminus. That's what makes it

so with that, the joint session will end, everyone goes back to their intelligence gathering duties. Or it should be so — but crime

have a way to emerge from the most unexpected cracks.

(Ah, Reyhiem, do you have any other message for us?)

Just as Hinata was about to end the meeting, the Seven Days Clergy finally picked up

speakin. It seemed like it shook Reyhiem's mind, as he took out the ball

the crystal from his pocket and respectfully handed it to Hinata.

“I — I actually have this. It was said to be a message from Demon Lord Rimuru

to you, Miss Hinata..”.

“A message?”

He accepted it, watching it suspiciously. A message from Rimuru

possibility was something he could not ignore.

This crystal ball, proffered by Reyhiem at the instigation of the Clergy, was a magical item

a very valuable one. It allows anyone to record a picture message

move around, making it a useful way to send messages. It too

seeing it used in international negotiations, it is seen as more evidence

trustworthy rather than written letters.

Regardless of where Rimuru managed to get one of these, Hinata immediately tried to play it back. Given all the officials in place, it could

it's a great opportunity for everyone to see what Rimuru looks like.

But that is not the end.The picture shows a beautiful girl, but it is not a girl. It was the demon god himself. His face, reminiscent of Hinata's master, Shizue Izawa, looked at the audience coldly, emotionlessly. The feeling of presence he encountered in full force through the video image.

Hinata. Really surprise. Like different people from some

months ago... His eyes met with Rimuru in the picture. Is that a coincidence, though,

or...? He began to realize how nervous he was. Rimuru, a countryman.

A gentle demon lord. Maybe his sentimentality made him

underestimating this threat. Logically, he knew it. As if it were supportive

that suspicion...

“I'll fight you. You and me, in a one-on-one duel. ”

That's the whole message. Very simple; there is no room for misunderstanding.

Everyone saw him bringing home the same message: Rimuru was furious.

He kills Clayman for blocking his path, and Hinata is next.

Instead, even Nicolaus seemed agitated. “A-what should we do,

Lady Hinata?” But before he could answer:

“Mrs Hinata, your orders! I will gladly lead the army

to destroy this demon lord ambition!”

Arnaud, a hot-blooded military man, is pushing the issue. Discuss now

it's going well again.

“Ayo,” scolds Saare, giving Arnaud a look of wonder. “You are a swordsman,

sure, but don't you think your brain can use some work?”

“...What?”

“Didn't Hinata just spend the last half hour saying 'detach

hands'? We touch it, and the other demon lord will not take it

sambal. Plus, if he was a fully awakened demon lord,

it would be even worse to force it. I think we should just relax and accept

request our opponent.”

“He was right, Arnaud,” said Litus, nodding in agreement. “If we have Veldora to deal with as well, we have no chance of winning. Victory will only

come with losses that are impossible to happen. If the enemy is looking for a duel, more

good for all of us if we have Hinata accept it. ”

A full-strength clash would result in what should be the casualties

surprising without guarantee of victory. Has the strongest knight in the

The Holy Empire leading the other way was even much more palatable. If there is, that idea

meet Saare and Litus with optimism. No one doubts

victory for Hinata now. Hinata, meanwhile, considered her options.

Arnaud's offer of a full-fledged war force was impossible. Involves

his nation would escalate into a total war that Litus feared, likely

dragging other Western nations and developing into a world war.

The masses that they swore to protect in a crisis like this would

it turned into a huge loss; it would be against the wishes of Luminus.

Veldora is also a threat. In terms of keeping losses to a minimum, as much as possible,

rimuru's duel offer couldn't have come at a better time.

But: How should I handle this...?

That made Hinata speechless. Looking back, he was so lucky he wasn't

raiding Tempest without fully understanding the situation there. He has

great wisdom of the Lumines to thank for it. If the opponent

they rose to true demon lord, things like the number of soldiers in the field were no longer

have meaning. No matter how tenacious they are, unless they meet

obstacles are high enough, they are useless. Disaster that hit Farmus

enough to prove it, but not. When Rimuru fought Farmus, it must have been before he boarded. It was their defeat that produced the 'necessary' number of souls for the job. He had annihilated twenty thousand without even waking up.

Truly a monster, really...

Reflecting on his battle with Rimuru, he didn't think he was capable

doing something like that. Maybe he has held back — but now, he

he wanted her dead, no doubt.

But if she hated him, why go through the trouble of challenging him to

dueling for revenge? It doesn't seem natural. If he felt Hinata and the Western Holy Church were thorns on his side, it was a strange time to act on that impulse. If he's stupid enough not to see it, he's not

going through all this pretty cryptic misappropriation against Farmus.

There may be another reason.

That's not normal for him, yeah. Has anything changed? Is ascension to demon lord

sacrificing his human side?!

Gaining that much power at once would destroy every soul

the humans. He saw for himself just how much trouble Shizue had with

ifrit's rampaging power. It will make people easily angry — especially if he

now it is true demon lord.

...But maybe not. He had no reason to associate with nations,

then then. Luminus tells him that Rimuru swears to keep mankind safe. If his human heart is a thing of the past,

his statement to build his own city no longer made sense. Nonexistent

enough information to work on, thought Hinata. His Measurer skills are not

produce any answer. The truth is still hidden somewhere

place of. Moreover, this entire crystal ball was strange in itself. It could store hours of footage if necessary, but the message was only a few seconds long. He could not shake the impression that some hidden meaning was hiding behind it.

Pluses:

The Tuesday Priest let him know Rimuru had something for me. Wh why?

Reyhiem has filed his report. He hasn't said a word

about Rimuru's message. But Arze asked him, “Do you have a message

another for us?” Then Hinata looked at her unnatural choice of words.

The seeds of doubt began to grow in his mind, though he swallowed them and

she refused to let it grow on her face. Instead, he just

continuing to measure its position, leaving no stone unturned.

Unfortunately, there is too little data to work with. He could try counting

numbers and guiding himself to the solution as always

he did, but that didn't take him anywhere at the moment.

“Ah, alright,” concludes with a sigh. “If he calls me to come out, I guess I should go explain the problem to him directly.”

If Rimuru wanted it, he did not hesitate about the duel. But is it true

really no chance to talk about it? He wants to be completely sure

it will be first. If he could meet her, he would have

his answer. It seems smarter than just worrying about her

by oneself. Either way, if this is the case, it's up to me to finish it.

“It's too dangerous!” Nicolaus protested in panic. “No need for you

to go out on your own! Not with hatred for no apparent reason he has

for you!”

It was not enough to make Hinata change her mind. “We will never know

that's for sure unless we complete the intention, right? Plus, there's a request

sorry to think about it. Wouldn't it be wise to meet him

once and try to talk about the problem?”

He hopes this will end the debate. Again, as if waiting

(Heh-heh-heh. Your decision? All right!)

(May the protection of the god Luminus protect you.)

(Demon lord Rimuru is a threat, yes.)

(But even if your talks deteriorate, there is no need to worry.)

(You certainly have what it takes to beat him.)

(But, Hinata, you forgot something.)

(Indeed. The presence of the dragon.)

(I'm afraid you can't even defeat such a threat!)

(Don't overestimate your strength, Hinata.)

(No attack will disturb the dragon.)

(But be careful, Hinata.)

(We'll leave you with this.)

(It's called Dragonbuster!)

Ugh. Can they be more shameless about it? What I said

it was me talking to him, but they already pushed me into a punch

trades. So their goal is for me to face Veldora, right? Or

that…?Seven Days Clergy is a group of former humans who enjoy the personal approval of Luminous. Their faith is only for him. Hinata could understand if they wanted her to eliminate the dragon that Luminus had very clearly noticed. They're afraid. Afraid that dear

The luminus will turn away from them and towards a new wonder. That is why

they are not enthusiastic about training the younger generation. Why they are active

they plan to eliminate anyone in their path. Those fools. They meant nothing but danger to Luminus...

But Hinata did nothing to oppose them. That was a decision

Luminus, and Hinata were not in a position to take action. Instead, he

stay cool.

“I will gladly accept it,” he chant while taking

Dragonbuster from Vena, Friday Priest. He and his co-conspirators

nods complacently.

(I hope everything goes well for you.)

(If worse be worst, the sword will protect you.)

(However, if an attempt ends in failure, responsibility will fall to

your shoulder.) Then with that, Clergy took their leave.

“Lady Hinata..”.

Paladin tried to plead the case if they. He waved his hand, though,

turned a quick glance towards Louis behind the curtain.

“Good. You guys have your duties. This joint session with this is postponed.”

The three Battlesages sat there, tongues silenced regardless of whatever they were

tell her. The paladins obediently accepted it, respecting the choice

their leader.Hinata woke up from a deep sleep.

All the selfish reflections on his memory must have put him to sleep. She can

detect the smell of coffee when its consciousness begins to focus. Nicolaus, who was with

gallantly taking herself with him, could be seen preparing breakfast at

the adjacent room.

“Ah, are you awake?”

This is Cardinal Nicolaus Speltus — a man who, according to Hinata, is best described as an unusual person. He was the Emperor's trusted advisor

Holy, supreme leader of Lubelius, who placed him at the pinnacle of power in the

that country. But when dealing with Hinata, he is stoic and affectionate

like a puppy.

“Come, breakfast served. Do you want to eat? ”

That's almost funny. It was hard to imagine someone like him preparing breakfast

for someone else. To anyone who knew him, Nicolaus was a deep demon

mask Saint.

“Yes. Thank you.”

Nicolaus nodded happily.

It was the first meal that Hinata could honestly say she enjoyed for a moment.

His work barely gave him time to sleep until late — but now it's coming to an end.

“...Are you going?”

“Yes. That's my job.”

“But I was the one who ordered Reyhiem to come here..”.

“But I let you do it without comment. You don't need to

worry about it.”

“Is there a way to convince you... ah, right?”

“That's enough. Stop worrying. It is not yet guaranteed to fight.”

...But if it is, it is not guaranteed to be a defeat. Hinata still has tricks

what he hid — was not a silly Dragonbuster, but something

higher, more noble. Moreover, Luminous personally told him to

refrain. He has no intention of dying. If until it explodes, whether Rimuru rises or not, he believes he is still a target that — can beat for now. There's nothing to worry about. He is not 100 per cent sure of winning, but he has a lot of experience with facing bigger targets than him. Plus, he even had more than an ace up his sleeve. The morning was beautiful. There is no need to be undermined by such grim talk.

“This will be fine, Nicolaus. Like it always happens. You don't have to worry about anything.”

She smiles — small, gentle smile. The first without careful calculation

the kingdom of Seltrozzo was a small world, located along the northern coastline between Englesia and Farmus. It currently provides the stage for a secret meeting that will change history forever.

“So how did it go?”

“As we thought. Our cover is still intact.”

“Heh-heh-heh... The witch might have a sharp mind, but maybe she

not too scary After all.”

“I won't be so sure. In terms of strength, no one underestimated him. Him

the best in the West.”

“Indeed. Misguided intelligence is powerless against violence. I'm gonna

recommend you all to never forget it.”

Here, in a large, bright room in the world that remains cold all along

year by the blowing sea breeze, the Five Elders gathered. Their dresses are full

several — embellishments made with Tempestian silk, still rarely obtained. It's decorated

with an anti-magic artifact, it provides full defense against

it's unexpected. That speaks volumes about the financial support group.

The room, of course, had been completely sealed from the outside world, strengthened and

designed to withstand magic to the nuclear level. They even have

the gallant knight A-rank stood in the middle. They all sat in order, and together

they are Glenda, wild beauties with pointy red hair — si Raging Sea,

one of the Ten Great Saints and the Three Battlesages. Job sources

the main one came from these Five Elders, the intermediary power of the Council.

One of them, wearing loose white clothes, had eyes as sharp as

eagle, his presence dominates the room.if not for the handsome, doll-like little girl sitting on his lap. He may not be old yet

ten years, her hair is blonde, her lips are pink. At first sight, though,

it looked like an old man nurturing his granddaughter

Like a scene clashing with its surroundings. But there's no one

took him. They let the man do what he wanted,

as if this is a gift of — because the man is Granville Rozzo himself, he said,

head of the Rozzo family and mediator of the Five Elders.

The Rozzos of the West are a family of rulers. Seltrozzo is a domain

exclusive to them, and family members can be found among the

nobles in Farmus and Englesia as well. The Western Council was largely

it was the result of their tireless efforts, and temporary Council seats

theoretically elected by its member states, most are taken by

those under the protection of Rozzos. Their strength is far away

transcending their small limits, defeating the entire country on stage

internationals. They could safely be called the de facto rulers of the Nations

Wests. Even their funds allowed Yuuki Kagurazaka to establish Free

Guilds. Granville is their leader, and nobody here will criticize that leader's behavior. He gave the girl in his lap a pat that

reassuring in his head as he solemnly spoke.

“Very good.” A faint smile appeared on his lips. “But Sir Damrada, I'm worried

your lies have been exposed, haven't you?”

This refers to Glenda's report that Hinata found herself taken advantage of.

The question was addressed to Damrada, dressed all in black and covering

his face was with a broad hat that resembled an umbrella. He also holds himself like

high nobility, although his clothes were rare in this part. He's not from the Nation

Wests.

“Heh-heh-heh. We may have lost

trust Hinata Sakaguchi, but we got big rewards — trust

You, my good man Granville. ”

“Ha. You say that, even though the East has come here to spread

division in the West and make money from the next arms sale. Then

The empire will wait until we are tired to take action, huh?

Trust hardly goes into it.”

“Yeah, okay, okay. I should have expected such a good insight

from you, my good man.”

“Do you deny it?”

“There's no point doing it, right?”

“Heh. You're good how to say it. But back to the main problem.”

“Yes.”

“We both agreed that Hinata needs to be eliminated, am I right?”

“Of course. Needless to say that Veldora, the Storm Dragon, was a barrier

largest Empire for its western expansion. Now they say he has

tamed by demon lord Rimuru. Whether it is true or not, it is safe to

saying now that the dragon can be negotiated. That opens up opportunities for

we're. The next issue was the threat from the Western Holy Church. They are

the glue that holds all these nations together, and with it, full force

Empire will not be enough to seize the West.”

“Oh? So we're having a hard time getting notice from you? ”

“I didn't mean it at all. The five of you are smart and understand your interests.

After the Empire takes over the West, I hope we can continue to work together to control its economy.”

“Cooperate? Are you asking us to lead the Empire straight to

our home? Don't make me laugh.”

“Heh-heh-heh. The Empire is a powerful thing, you know. It will be difficult but it is not

not likely. Are you against us?”

“Such humiliation from a mere arms dealer!”