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Treatment of the Demons
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“Now, is everyone gathered here?” (Nobunaga)
When I asked, the pack of Kobolds nodded.
I had them gather the demons scattered in the first level’s forest of the dungeon to the settlement. It was to decide on the course of action moving forward.
“Now, everyone. The adventurer from earlier has been dealt with by me. You can rest assured. So, from here on, what will you all do?” (Nobunaga)
A variety of demons were listening to my words seriously. Since their lives were on the line, it was only natural.
“One option is to leave this dungeon and live as you have been. Live however you like, but I have one request. If any intruders come into this forest, I want you to come and tell me. If something seems off, it doesn’t matter, just come if you think it’s strange. However, I prohibit you from approaching this place for any other reason. If you follow these rules, I will always be prepared to protect you.” (Nobunaga)
A murmur spread among the demons. After all, I wasn’t demanding any reward for having helped them. The request for what they would do after leaving was almost no different from the greeting I had given them before. Moreover, the guarantee of safety in the face of danger had not changed.
Just as expected, I smiled gently.
“Another option is to become my subordinate and live here. You may freely use this settlement. You can turn this almost cultivated land into farmland if you like. I will also allow you to go hunting outside. Ah, don’t worry, I’ve prepared seeds for you. Also, if you become my subordinate, it’s only natural that I will protect you. However, in return, you’ll need to listen to what I say and give me part of the harvest.” (Nobunaga)
I don’t think the exchange conditions are bad. If they are under the Demon King’s protection, they can live safely. If anything, it’s more of a gain.
“Choose as you like. I will step away for a bit. Those who do not wish to become my subordinates, please leave. Those who do wish to stay, please remain here. Take your time and think it over.” (Nobunaga)
As soon as I moved away from the scene, the demons began to discuss amongst themselves.
Watching them from a distance, I couldn’t help but smile.
If they were to become subordinates, it would be fine if only those who are favorable to me remain. There’s no need to forcefully control them with power, such actions would only breed resentment and eventually lead to betrayal and death. It’s enough if only those who won’t betray me and can make somewhat intelligent decisions remain.
Also, I haven’t told them about the arrival of the knight squad. For those leaving, I would need to inform them about the knights’ arrival. I don’t want to lose any subordinates to reconnaissance. It’s only natural that subordinates are treated with preferential treatment.
When I returned to the throne room, Alice was standing there with a blank expression.
“What are you doing?” (Nobunaga)
“I, I was looking around each room. Is this a sacred area?” (Alice)
I almost said, “The Demon Lord is in a sacred area?!” but I resigned myself to understanding that in this otherworldly value system, it made sense.
“What do you think?” (Nobunaga)
“I’ve stayed in some high-end inns before, but this place surpasses them, no, it completely exceeds them.” (Alice)
“I see, but you see, only I am allowed to use this place. You’ll stay in the first level and sleep there.” (Nobunaga)
“Eh?” (Alice)
Alice showed a look of despair.
“W-Wait, Demon King. It should be fine if I use it sometimes, right? Like that big bath and the toilet, for example. Oh, and I’ll sleep on the shiny, bright sofa in that room. That should be okay, right?” (Alice)
She really did look around every room.
Is the shiny room her private room? She should have figured out the bath, but how does she know about the toilet’s convenience? Did she actually use it? Now that I think about it, when did she wash off the blood?
I gave Alice a suspicious look, and she quickly looked away.
“…Well, if you achieve something, maybe I’ll allow you to use it. It might motivate you, right?” (Nobunaga)
“That’s right! Good, I’ll go hunting now and earn some merit–… uaggh!” (Alice)
I used Gravity at three times normal weight on Alice as she tried to leave on her own. Somehow, I figured out that I could use Gravity without speaking it aloud.
“Wait, there’s something I need to ask you.” (Nobunaga)
“What is it? Ah, I’m a virgin, you know. There, is that enough already?” (Alice)
“There’s no way that’s what I wanted to ask!” (Nobunaga)
What does this fool think of me? Where did the nobility of spirit she had when we fought go? She’s just a foolish girl now.
“…It’s about the structure of the knights that’s coming here. From where, what kind of weapons do they have, and to what extent?” (Nobunaga)
“Huh, that’s it? The ones coming here are probably the soldiers of Margrave Houster. They’re famous for their cavalry, and their training is pretty good, or so I’ve heard. But from what I’ve seen, it wasn’t all that impressive.” (Alice)
“No, no, this is a forest. They wouldn’t come with cavalry.” (Nobunaga)
“Why wouldn’t they come? Cavalry is powerful, so of course, they would use them.” (Alice)
“That’s not possible. Why would they go so far to use their mobility… Wait, could it be? How do wars work in this world?” (Nobunaga)
I asked, cold sweat running down my back, as a possibility I had just imagined crossed my mind.
“Huh? Oh, we just set a place and time for it.” (Alice)
“Ah, forget it. I’ve got it. That’s enough.” (Nobunaga)
It seems like the battle with the knight squad will be much easier than I had originally thought.
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