Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 129: Yuuki Subjugation Raid

The declaration of an alliance between the Holy Empire of Ruberius, the Church of Saint West, and Tempest was formalized on paper, and the same declaration was sent to each country.

This kind of formality is usually downright boring, but asking leaders to take a shot makes it a lot easier.

Hinata is also a kind of representative .. I mean, everyone recognizes her power. So with all the signatures collected, it's closed.

The alliance declared the equality of its members.

The issue of trade restrictions that we basically leave to the market: traders and countries just need to fight for it. In short, I won big on this contract.

Hinata and Ruminas are not interested in trading matters. So they agreed to leave it to the market itself to figure out the — rule as I wanted; the free market would be beneficial to international trade.

(Translator's Note: Do we have an economics major who can comment on Rimuru's/author's claim that removing trade restrictions entirely would be very beneficial?)

(Smoggy Note: Yes, if there is no trade protectionism, consumers will be better off because of the greater diversity of goods, he said, and potential for higher and cheaper prices as companies have to compete harder in larger markets in terms of quality and productivity. While baby companies will face problems, successful big companies like Rimuru will benefit from wider consumers, as well as the lack of necessary taxes when trading within the trading bloc. For the record, government revenues will be lowered due to the decrease in income originally generated from taxes, but should enjoy favorable GDP growth from driven economic activity.

We might even create a system of self-sufficiency and enjoy a period of wealth never seen before.

Today the higher-ups (me, me, and me) live in luxury, but we can still improve the quality of life of the lower-class citizens.

And to obtain the materials to achieve this I can hope there is no better chance than trading with the Holy Empire of Ruberius. After all, it is one of the largest agricultural countries in the world.

Oh, and Ruminas don't oppress their citizens. Instead, he protected them with great zeal. To the point that they grow all the food they need to avoid going hungry.

That is why if we start trading and trading products, we can turn stagnation into abundance.

And that's how I can manipulate the market all I want.

I will research the climate and introduce suitable products.

Maybe Ruberius will manage the potatoes while we will focus on rice cultivation.

As for the rest, I would imagine that on the technology front Tempest would dominate. Trading rare metals and minerals is also likely to be beneficial to us.

I'm sure Myormiles-kun will be able to handle that question unattended.

The vast land to the west, compared to the one in the Eastern Empire was extremely infertile.

The battle between the demon lords took place there, and the magical energy released gnawed at the nutrients in the ground.

But, if you think about it on the other hand, you can actually use the soil to grow special products that require such a magical energy density.

And if we leave it like this, this sand will definitely swallow Ruberius in the end. Ruminas seems to have the mindset that he will just get up and go to another country, but I can't say I support his plans.

Wouldn't it be better to put the land he already had to fully use and seek true coexistence?

When I pointed this out and offered to send some agricultural specialists there,

"We don't mind . Something so trivial that we can give up completely to you 」

He answered as if he didn't care.

I imagine he who lives below will not accept my interference so easily, but the citizens above the ground do not mind too much.

So, I asked him to make a formal written request.

And thus Tempest gained an official way into human society.

But, he insisted on one condition.

I must allow the Vampire nobility to participate in the research done with the Dwarves and Sarion.

From what he said, even though the residents above were rather ignorant, the underground citizens were quite advanced.

「After all, being targeted by the angels sucks a lot.

Therefore, we conduct the most important underground research.

We are biased, but this is true: among our most educated demon lords 」

He said .

Even more so than elves, Vampires had very long lifespans.

Moreover, the extremely tall vampire did not even need to suck blood but directly consume the energy of human life.

And with so much time on their hands, the Vampires could not help but spend it doing and researching what they enjoyed the most.

So, I'm pretty sure that even if they participate in our research, most will be on a whim.

Some of them, those called Nobles, can survive in the sun, these Nobles will be able to continue their research in almost any facility.

So, it seems like I will be able to allow the nobles to participate without any problems.

Well, considering the horse that Ruminas rode to get here, I was able to prove their technological skills. I think it will be beneficial for both sides.

Since we were both satisfied with these terms, we exchanged appointments on the matter.

As for the West Saint Church,

Clearly their creed was the main issue.

For now, a notice was sent to everyone who was currently outside the capital and told them that I was by no means a dangerous existence.

It is actually rather surprising how much money and power this organization has. It's a big deal to get their support.

There were currently rumors circulating that Tempest had fought with their knights. However, thanks to us using enough funds to look attractive to them, we were able to prevent the collapse of diplomacy.

The fact that we have not killed a knight is also helpful.

So, instead, we manipulated the rumor as follows: we did not fight knights; they came, we spoke, they realized that we were harmless, and left the content.

In short, we changed their background from invaders to ambassadors.

Some people who know the truth must be scratching their heads right now.

「I understand, I understand!

You really want me to go around spreading rumors like that, don't you ?! 」

He exclaimed, quite confused.

Thank goodness he understood quickly.

But seriously, Fuse just has the right time. I don't even need to call him — he will show up when and where I need him just in time.

Maybe I should buy him a meal.

「Can I ask you to do this? I will be very grateful 」

Hinata looked at Fuse and added.

「Of course! Please leave it to me; I will execute your request hastily.

I'll show you that you're not wrong in putting your trust in Me; you're right in trusting Me! 」

With a bright red face, vigorously reaching for his chest, Fuse replied.

So ... why is he so overreacting? Is it so important that he should say the same thing twice?

I'm pretty sure anyone will understand the answer.

I'm sure he's in love with her. Well, the target is so high that it is impossible to achieve.

"Thank you; I'll hand it to you 」

Fuse prepared to leave after hearing his answer.

A simple man. I don't think I need to treat her to eat right now.

In short, that's how we built this alliance; figuring out the little details I left behind for Rigurdo and Myormiles.

It will be easy to expand militarily now, so this is a major advance.

The problem before us, however, is how we should deal with the Freedom Association.

No, let me be clear: how should we carry out this attack of Yuuki's subjugation.

「Now, we can leave the issue of that alliance.

The problem in front of us, is how we should deal with the Freedom Association 」

"Well; given that almost every country has a Freedom Association branch, the question is how far does the headquarters go? 」

「In relation to that, allow me to explain」

Fuse said and began his explanation.

Each country, large or small, is associated with the headquarters of the Freedom Association. Although we more or less understood than the previous brief explanation, I decided to make it explain further.

According to him, there are observers in each union making communication between Central and the branch easy.

Of course, these observers also did Yuuki's will. As for the potentially controlled others, based on personal experience and the lack of others working in the branch for Central, there should be some.

「In the end, we believe that he can only use mind control if he directly meets someone」

Fuse concluded.

Mind-guidance, a simpler skill, only blocks some thought patterns or suggests others. This is a skill that is slightly superior to a cheater.

Thus, we can protect from further spread should we have the opportunity to learn the skill .. but given that people will always be cheated, the, we really cannot protect ourselves against it with absolute certainty.

In other words, we really can't solve this problem right now. So let's go back later.

Troubled skill: mind control, requiring implementation of the "Crystal Curse" into its target.

"The "Curse Crystal," in turn, binds the target on his soul. I wonder: can a person who is bound then infect others?

「Cannot be. I who is controlled in the same way can testify to that extent.

His strength was not almighty at all.

In that case, all the templars will long be his servants 」

Hinata refuted that hypothesis.

Fuse was surprised by the sudden revelation, but said nothing and instead pulled out some files.

「Nah, this is a list of every official who has met with Yuuki.

Please do not forget that, as in my case, a direct meeting with Yuuki does not guarantee brainwashing 」

The file mentions that.

True: Fuse meets Yuuki, but is not brainwashed.

Was he ignored because his country was small? No, there may be limits to mind control.

Moreover, back then she was struggling to control Hinata, whereas she now had to control the mighty Chloe. And he couldn't even manage it completely.

If so ... isn't his strength a bit depressing?

Due to expanding his power to control the hero, he most likely did not have the ability to dominate others≫

Actually, now that I think about it, Masayuki has this bug on him. A very pitiful insect, I subconsciously squeezed it.

It happened to him before he began his heroic journey. So I'm pretty sure it's not a big deal.

Besides, Raphael was never wrong.

「Alright, I understand. We might not be able to worry about his mind control for now.

As for the people who honestly worship Yuuki .. we can't get rid of that adoration.

And while we can go around cleaning branch by branch …

How about we go and take Central in one fell swoop? 」

Let's leave aside the associate branch for now.

Decide the center, and Yuuki while we're there.

Even if there's a hero, we've got Ruminas and me. While I'm occupying Chloe, she's going to kill Yuuki.

Hinata can hold Kagali (Kazalim) for a while.

Three lots. Or so I thought,

「Wait, I can't fight like before.

It did not even equip the spirit armor; and although I could hasten my mind, my spirit power was still lacking.

A high-speed fight that I could only sustain for a few seconds.

Unfortunately, I don't have hero power anymore 」

Hinata is ashamed.

As I feared: its presence felt smaller because it was actually smaller.

But we better attack sooner rather than later. Most of it was the desire to save Chloe .. but I also hated the idea of letting Yuuki continue for longer.

Most of my problems up until now can be attributed to him.

Even with Hinata out of the picture, we have enough power to destroy Central.

「We also support the destruction of Central.

But why don't we handle the branches simultaneously?

With My servants, your people, and the Knights Templar, should we not destroy everything?

How extreme Ruminas said!

I've considered it, but then we won't be able to avoid chaos …

But Ruminas subordinates provide an excellent opportunity. Maybe we should just follow.

Actually, make a mess? Who cares!

And thus, we re-considered our batle plans.

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Our consideration was concluded when we had decided on the formation of the troops.

First, Central was given to Hinata.

He would tell the information of each troop.

Next, the Comprehension Corps: those who will confirm and secure suspicious targets in the branch.

It will be handled by the Fuse – guide people, and Souei group. We also included seven Ruminas nobles in that corps.

We will ignore small countries and focus on securing observers in large countries.

And, most importantly, the Central Raid Party.

Of course Ruminas and I are leading it. Diablo and Shion will be coming. Benimaru and Gerudo will protect Tempest.

The Ruminas will be accompanied by the Seven Heavenly Sages.

We will have Veldora in the sky to destroy the barrier protecting the Ingracia and build a barrier preventing them from escaping.

We will storm once our barrier appears.

In addition, we have Gabil, Hakurou, and Gobuta in the reserve army.

Ranga was also preparing to leave in my shadow.

No matter how strong Yuuki is, all we need to do is press Chloe briefly – is enough to drop her.

And our war power is great. Defeating here means we have to go to war.

「Ku fufufu. Real war after all this time! I was trembling in excitement! 」

「Ufufufu. Diablo, I won't let you have fun 」

Diablo and Shion's conversation was rather frightening.

Both of them should be more than enough to deal with Kagali.

Ruminas has stated that Yuuki is his own prey, but Shion and Diablo will join forces to help after they defeat Kagali.

I'm going to fight Chloe.

I don't want to hurt him, but his true strength is unknown. Breaking it down could lead to my defeat.

According to Ruminas,

「Although we are unwilling to admit it, he may be stronger than Us.

If you let your guard down, even you can perish 」

He said .

Although I can't stop wondering how strong he is, everyone present is convinced that with some tactics I can keep him busy for quite a while.

Moreover, killing Yuuki solved all the problems.

I wanted to talk to him for a while before killing him, but unfortunately we don't have time to chat.

To save Chloe we have to kill her quickly.

If Chloe is stronger than I expected, I will have Veldora and Ranga join forces.

I won't let my guard wear off.

And we're gonna slaughter Yuuki and save Chloe

After deciding on our battle plan, we quickly moved to implement it.

And, after so heroic build a plan …

Fail.

No, the entire plan did not fail; yuuki had just escaped from Central.

By the time Veldora made the barrier and we had invaded, Yuuki was long gone.

Surprisingly, he left the Freedom Association headquarters and fled.

The position of power he had spent 10 years on left him without a second thought.

It just shows how capable his enemy is. Since the point was to prevent further manipulation, this plan failed.

Of course, we can't save Chloe either.

But it's not total rubbish. Even though the observer had escaped at that moment, we made sure no noble or ruler was under the manipulation of his mind.

Those we saved.

And thanks to the presence of the Templars, we can quickly pin all the evil and evil on Yuuki.

As a result, we were able to quickly overcome the chaos and restore the union of each country to the working order.

So, even though the plan failed, we completely eliminated Yuuki's dominance.

In addition, we can lay the groundwork for Tempest embassies in more countries.

Namely: we clean the infected area and strengthen the relationship with them.

And, the Saint West Church is very comfortable filling all the vacancies in the Freedom Association with our people.

Although that was not what we planned, we did not lose anything either.

Other than letting Yuuki escape, we actually did quite well.

For now, the Kingdom of Ingracia and the other Council countries might be a little chaotic.

But, as things begin to calm down and Yuuki's crimes are revealed to the public, more and more countries are getting angry at him.

That I should fully associate with the power of faith in the Church of Saint Western.

We have also been officially recognized; although not as members of the Council of State, we have certainly been accepted.

In other words, we are now negotiating with more countries than ever before.

Since we aim to coexist with humans, this is a big step for us.

In the future, when we fight the Eastern Empire and Yuuki the countries around the Jura forest will probably be involved as well. So, I want to close the military alliance with them.

Although we let Yuuki escape, we increased our ability to oppose the Eastern Empire.

The Eastern Empire advanced by forcing other countries to assimilate; there was a need to oppose that power.

For that reason, other countries would not be able to ignore Tempest.

Thanks to this incident, these countries are bound to use newly developed diplomatic relations to create a mighty military union.

Wealth, Technology, and Power.

The tempest is destined to be the epitome of this; but that's the story for later.

For the time being, I am only sad that our Yuuki Subjugation Attack failed.