Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken novel Chapter 81

Clayman felt himself to be triumphant.

The old generation which looked down on him now looked with utter surprise.

From only hitting one arrogant brat.

So when these stubborn geezers would fall prostrate before him, then he could finally create a world for monsters.

So Clayman thought in his heart of hearts.

But... was this fine?

This question came to mind.

That honorable person had mentioned not to stand out, but here he was at the center of attention.

This thought, Clayman quickly dismissed.

It's alright. Recommending a subjugation was a matter of persuasive power, after all.

Besides, by showing Milim as his follower surely he would dissuade them from opposing him.

What demon lord would oppose the strongest demon lord Milim?

But is that actually the case?

Did he go to far? Why is he feeling anxiety?

Truly, there was no need to hit Milim.

Moreover, thinking about the Walpurgis Banquet and the possibility of failing to garner the demon lords' support made him truly uneasy...

No, wait. Isn't something off?

Why were alarm bells going off in Clayman's head?

If the current plan failed, the following one would be jeopardized. And that was no good.

He had to get advice from that honorable person...

But he was currently forbidden from contacting that person.

Besides, he still had the trump card called Milim.

And, thank to his unique skillŽPuppeteershe was currently completely under his control.

In front of her overwhelming power even that Karion was eliminated without offering a hint of resistance.

And after calming his fears thus, a smile appeared on his face.

ŒNow then, let me thank you all from the bottom of my heart for gathering upon my summons.

Let's begin my banquet.

Thus I declare that the Walpurgis Banquet has begun!

As per his rights as the one who gathered them, Clayman declared the start of the banquet.

And so, for the first time in many hundreds of years, begun the banquet attended by every demon lord.

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Guy was observing Clayman with a smirk on his face.

He almost started laughing looking at this joke of a man, and was truly proud of himself for holding it back.

Clayman is completely misunderstanding.

Rather, he just doesn't get it.

Though they are called the ten great demon lords, that's a name the humans selfishly decided for them and not one Guy recognizes.

Whether there are ten or hundred matters little to him.

But, the Holy Demon Great War 500 years ago left less than ten of them.

And then, the new demon lords suddenly decided to fight for dominance and decided to keep the number at ten.

The humans must have been overjoyed to hear that the number of dangerous beings would decrease.

So this rule is more of an unspoken agreement, if anything.

Guy is the first demon lord.

He granted the wish of his powerless summoner and destroyed an enemy nation.

As payment, he destroyed the summoner's country.

And with this, though it was unnecessary, he noticed his awakening as a true demon lord.

The two Arch Demons he summoned to destroy the first country evolved into Demon Officials after destroying the latter one.

And, he permitted them to continue serving him.

There was another being who awakened as a demon lord at the same time as Guy.

Milim.

One of the four "dragons", the first among them, created a child with a human.

Interestingly enough, most of the "dragon's" power was taken by this child.

Thus, the "dragons" declared the making of children a taboo.

The "dragon" who lost his power took on flesh, and became the founder of the dragon family.

From then on, the mass of natural holy spirits came to be called the Dragon Race.

Presently, the many dragons who inhabit the world can trace their roots to this founder

The "Dragon Race", Star King Dragon Veldanava.

That dragon reincarnated as his daughter's pet dragon and was killed by some country.

Thus, these fools came to know the meaning of imperial wrath.

In her anger, Milim destroyed the country.

And awakened as a true demon lord.

Unconscious, she fought with Guy.

That battle continued for seven days and seven nights, transforming the bountiful lands in the west into a wasteland.

Eventually, the battle concluded.

Milim regained her consciousness and the battle ended.

The one who returned her sanity was none other than Ramiris.

In the process, the ruler of spirits Ramiris absorbed the evil magic of demons and the powerful aura of dragons and began to change.

But, she was able to stop Milim's rampage.

And the three settled this dispute.

These three were the first demon lords.

The decided that each of the three would be different than the other two.

One would pursue the ultimate power.

One would live as one pleased.

One would judge the world.

And that was fine.

Because their objectives were different, they could recognize each other.

Later, the protectors of Heaven's Gates the Giant, the ancient Vampire, and the being who fell from heaven itself increased their numbers to six.

They were the second generation.

Demon Lords inferior to the oldest.

The Giant, due to holy power ingrained in his body, rejected the Demon Lord Seed.

But, he had unbelievable power and was an amusing guy.

Due to the many wars the demon lords started to eliminate the giants and the fairies, he awakened as a true demon lord.

Even so, he has yet to acquire an Ultimate Skill"that Guy and Milim possess.

But, he did see the chance for such awakening for the Vampire and the Fallen Angel.

It was a matter of time. And Guy patiently waited for it.

And, Clayman.

That fool thought he could control Milim.

It's so impossible that it's hilarious.

There's no way an insect like Clayman could do something that Guy never managed to do.

Those who possess an ultimate skill are not affected by lower abilities.

Every rule of the world is ultimately reduced to this unique level.

In other words, they will not be affected by any form of magic"highest or not.

And since ultimate skills do not require an incantation, merely wishing for something can produce results.

A series of attacks of certain affinity could have an effect, though.

Spiritual Attacks, however, are completely meaningless.

A soul weak enough to be affected by such an attack could never acquire an ultimate skill.

So to counter an ultimate skill you need another ultimate skill.

Therefore, Clayman can do nothing to Milim.

So right now, he's dancing in the palm of her hand.

What a fool.

Thus with a smirk, Guy was awaiting the conclusion.

What a fun banquet this could become, he thought.

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Clayman proudly began his explanation.

So, according to human informants, I have killed Demon Lord Karion.

Though to me, it's more of a: who the hell is Karion?!

I know that he's something akin to a father to Grucius, but I had never met him.

Oh and Clayman's explanation is dragging on forever.

Though I don't need to sleep, I feel sleepy. Could this be a spiritual attack?

In a word... annoying.

Can't he cut me some slack here.

ŒUmm... can I ask a question?

When I asked, he looked over irritated and,

ŒWhat?

He asked.

ŒNah, just... do demon lords fancy these kinds of pointless conversations?

I mean... aren't we more into... Power Rules and Talk with Our Fists type of thing?

I said, provokingly.

At this line, a silver haired girl began to laugh.

She had looked at me with anger until now, so was I able to diminish it a bit?

Oh, and when she laughs, she looks very cute.

ŒClayman, it's as he says.

Your speech is tiresome. State your point

The girl told Clayman.

Upon hearing these words, Clayman turned red in anger.

He's that simple? Or that much of a small fry?

Though if this is an act, then he's truly impressive

ŒKu... don't underestimate me, you lowly slime!

ŒEh? Is there something wrong with me being a slime?

You know, I came over here not to listen to your shitty speech.

Oh, and what were you trying to achieve by hitting Milim?

I put up with it in the beginning of the conference, but isn't it about time?

Just say what you want to say; those will be your last words, anyways.

His face convulsed upon hearing my words.

Rather than anger, I saw an ominous black aura float around him.

As expected of a demon lord. It is intimidating. A tiny bit.

And at that moment, the doll-like Milim, for a split second, looked as she wanted to fist pump me.

Nah, I probably just imagined it.

Seriously, how pitiful. I'll free you soon, Milim.

I swore in my heart.

ŒKu, everyone. Did you hear that?

This lowest of all beings acquired the Demon Lord Seed by chance and after becoming a demon lord, behold how haughty he has become.

Besides, they even began a war with the humans!

I do not believe we can leave this being as is. I propose we purge him, what are your thoughts about it?

He waved his hands flamboyantly, trying to measure the demon lords' response.

But.

ŒHey, is taking control of one's spirit during Walpurgis Banquet permitted?

I said, kicking the table into the air.

The huge round table flew and crashed far behind him.

Creating an opening in the middle.

ŒNay. At this place, overtaking your opponent with words alone is considered just

A red haired demon lord " the most dangerous looking one of them all " responded.

Amused, he lightly laughed.

I glanced at Shion, who immediately launched a barrage of attacks at at Clayman.

Filling her fists with aura, she landed about thirty hits in a split second.

And with a truly refreshed face,

ŒIs this fine?

She asked.

...

Seriously, girl, shouldn't you ask that before you hit someone?

Besides, I only glanced at you for a second!

True, I did want you to shut Clayman up...

But I didn't think you'd beat him up the very next moment.

Well, what's done is done.

Besides, Wisdom King Raphael picked up the effect of some activity in play during his speech.