Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 216: Time Accelerated

Inside time stopped, three people faced each other in a three-way stalemate.

Guy's sword flashes but is rejected by Chloe's katana.

Chloe then sent out a slash with a flowing motion that was repelled by the ice wall that appeared in front of Velzard.

The ice wall broke and broke, becoming ice bullets that flooded Guy and Chloe, but the two men counteracted them all with weapons they held in their hands without any difficulty.

Neither strategy nor psychological warfare had any meaning, it was a world ruled by absolute power.

In that situation, the three of them showed their strength, no one conceded even for a single move.

It was a contest with the same balance.

"Well, what should I do?"

Think Guy.

Even in a world where time stops, Chloe can move in peace.

In a world where normal vision has no meaning because even particles of light have stopped.

In this world where time stops, the reactions of the energy released are used to make sense of the situation.

Whether it was Heroes or Demons, as they were bound by the rules of the world, it was impossible for them to act.

However, Chloe had already exceeded that limit.

In other words —

(This person, is a spiritual life form as well, that's all)

That means this.

Even at the lowest level, he should be a Demi God.

A person who reaches the territory of a God when in a mortal body.

But, in this case, it's convenient. Even Guy will retreat from the battle against Velzard while protecting the immobile Chloe.

After all, in a world where time stopped, even the defensive power became zero.

Explaining it easily, all the connections between the energy attached to a substance have been severed.

In other words, the movement of all substances stopped. All of them even link between matter and molecular motion.

Since it is stopped, when an external force is applied, it will collapse easily.

Even if it was a lump of steel, even if it was the most difficult material in the world, it could be destroyed even by the impact of a gentle breeze.

Of course, the same applies even to superior arms. If it was lower than the Legend class, they were nothing.

Maintaining the target under such circumstances, the difficulty was too high even for Guy.

Fortunately, Chloe doesn't seem to have any problems in the world that stalled. It was dangerous to think so even though he was the enemy, but in this case he appreciated it.

She put aside her worries for Chloe for a while.

The current problem was what he should do in this situation.

Stop raging Velzard, and defeat Velda. That became his main goal.

His fight with Chloe is an action, Guy's main goal is to get out of this place. But Chloe couldn't possibly ignore Guy because of his curse effect.

A very troublesome situation.

Even so, for Guy to fight against two people at once is not impossible.

After all, Guy's ability which was the Highest Skill of 『Prideful Lord Lucider』 was the strongest ability.

At the core of this ability was the complete replication of an ability he had seen once.

That was one of the reasons why Guy had expected the birth of another Demon King skill.

In order for him to become the strongest being, he observed the various Ultimate Skills and considered them as his own.

In other words, when Guy analyzed Chloe and Velzard's abilities, it was not impossible for him to undo them.

However, for it—

(First of all, they don't use their abilities.

I know 『Sabar Lord Gabriel Vel from Velzard, but what kind of ability『 Envy Lord Leviathan 』?

In addition, Chloe―― girl Rimuru gave high praise to her, but she only showed swordsmanship until now. . . . . . )

――That is, it is important for him to see the ability of both of them to analyze it.

Even so Guy believed in his own strength.

He faced the two while getting fed up without being careless.

'Ara, that's troublesome. '

Velzard felt the discomfort as Chloe could move at such a stop time was natural.

He intends to stop time, get rid of Chloe and enjoy a fight with Guy in this world with just the two of them.

However, Chloe who was looked down upon as a lesser human was able to act in a stalled world where only those who had surpassed her as the supreme being could exist within, the, it was an unexpected event for Velzard.

In addition, Chloe was able to fight him and Guy evenly, it became a very unpleasant situation.

(Despite being an Awakened Hero, he is more than I expected.)

Velzard stopped looking at Chloe.

He recognized her as an enemy that he had to defeat.

First, Guy's strong.

Even if Velzard tried to defeat him seriously, he knew that victory would be very difficult.

Guy could understand the essence of ability from just a glance with his talented eye of observation.

Because of this, all of Velzard's abilities were exposed naturally, it was impossible to win if he only depended on Ultimate Skill 『Sabar Lord Gabriel』.

But ――

Currently, he had obtained the 『Iri Lord Leviathan』 Main Skill, he could see victory.

In that case, he concludes that he must delay the removal of the obstacle that is Chloe.

If he were to expose his skills badly, his chance of winning might be lost.

He delayed elimination, but, troublesome if he was interrupted.

He thinks so, and unleashes the ability towards Chloe.

It is necessary to use 『Envy Lord Leviathan』 to handle the final blow unbeknownst to Guy. Therefore, he is using 『Sabar Dewa Gabriel』 now.

『Patience Ability Lord Gabriel』 is an absolute defensive power. Its essence is 『Fixation』.

With an innate ability to stop something, it was an ability that was perfectly suited to him.

Freezing moisture in the atmosphere, creating ice walls is also its ability.

It was possible even if he did not freeze only water molecules and with other molecules mixed together, but his assessment of the beautiful appearance was simply a wall of ice.

So —

「You are a barrier. Please obey and stay there! Air Wall (Atmospheric Prison Wall) l !! 」

Velzard only strengthened the atmosphere around Chloe and formed an indestructible prison instantly.

Naturally, for those who could move in this stop time, they would not need to breathe anymore. Chloe did not die from this attack, but Velzard had no problem whether he could break free from the prison or not.

Velzard just wants his fight with Guy undisturbed.

But–

'Ciiiiiiiin!' such a clear voice could be heard, the atmospheric prison was cut open.

The atmosphere in the world that stopped shook, with the sound of impact accompanying the slash attack.

It had already surpassed the level of sword techniques.

Velzard was dumbfounded in the truest sense.

(That's right— Hero Chloe, you also stand in the same dimension as me and Guy, you can't be underestimated.)

A strong person who is supported by experience and does not rely on his abilities.

And just like her, she realizes that Chloe hasn't shown all her cards yet.

Velzard glared at Chloe with hatred.

(Then, as with Guy, I'll seriously fight him.)

The enemy he must defeat. Also, equals like him too.

Velzard accepted that reality and eventually became serious.

Chloe sensed Velzard's attack and showed doubt for a moment.

Should I retreat from the current battle and fight the victor? So he thought.

Unfortunately, it is not allowed. His body reacts spontaneously without being able to resist the orders to fight Guy.

With his ability, Severance Severance of Skill Ultimate 『Hope Lord Sariel』.

Velzard's ability for absolute fixation was countered by Chloe's Absolute Severance, its shape cut out by Chloe's sword technique.

In this case, Chloe's strength seems to surpass that, but her abilities are the same.

Instead of Chloe, this was an unwanted development as she would expose her skills.

"Always hold a trump card!" That was the teaching of Rimuru that he followed.

It's a reliable capability, but it's better to use it at the decisive moment. He was warned strictly that when he showed it many times, precautions would be taken.

In fact, even in a world of stops where she has absolute confidence, Rimuru showed her a quick adaptation.

If it was a real fight, there was probably a chance that he would lose his peace of mind.

And, he wasn't surprised at people on a level like Guy and Velzard to be able to live in a world that was stopped like that naturally because of that experience.

As for Velzard, he had an unparalleled energy for Chloe, as he could stop time for a long time.

The duration of time that Chloe could stop was only about a few seconds. However, Velzard could easily stop the time for more than a few minutes without any problems.

(Obviously, she is a higher existence than I-）

Chloe recognized the difference in abilities clearly.

So, he carefully waited for an opportunity.

Because he believed that Rimuru would defeat Velda as long as he bought time here.

But, a small doubt arises within Chloe.

(Surprisingly, why did Velzard start by locking me up?

My actions cannot go against the order to fight Guy. If the goal is to beat Guy, it's natural to work together. . . . . .

He has a connection with Velda, was he not told about me? Is it like that?

I don't think that Velzard ignored Velda's words either.

Then. . . . . . Velda didn't say anything about me? Such a thing . . . . . . ?)

He thought that Velda's actions were too unnatural based on what he had guessed from Velzard's actions.

(――Good now I have to concentrate on the fight!)

Chloe forgot that thought.

He thought about focusing himself on his katana and sharpening his senses.

Guy and Velzard.

Since 『Memory』 Retrieval of His Ultimate Skill 『The Space-Time God of Yog-Soth sealed has been closed, he has to face them with other abilities.

Time stopped also had no meaning.

Because in a world that stops, you can't stop time any further.

Even if you add a world that stops in a world that stops, there is no effect. It will only extend the duration of the time that it is stopped.

Since his trump card was sealed, he could not say that he would be easy anymore.

Chloe decided to stand in this place with all her strength.

When three people determine their resolution to fight ――

A deep red meteor pierced through the "White Ice Palace" which was Guy's palace.

Within the world that stopped, at an abnormal speed, the castle was destroyed in front of three people.

The one who destroyed the castle reinforced by the Velzard Fixation Concept, stood quietly.

With messy dark blue colored hair and Cardinal Aura wearing his body.

The ruler of the beautiful scarlet thread is manifested in a world that ceases.

"Scorch Dragon" Velgrind joined the fight.

「For a long time no see, Nee-san. By the way, the man who killed my comrade seemed to have also interfered with Nee-san. 」

「Ah, Velgrind-nl. You look very alive.

It is regrettable about Rudra. But, he's human anyway. You don't have to care about it forever.

You seem to be worried about me, but I'm fine.

Because I believe Velda is the reincarnation of Nii-san ―― 」

Their two eyes intersected.

A color of anger appeared in Velgrind's eyes as Rudra was hated, the aura increasing from his body

「Guy, I will take Nee-san as my opponent.

You Chloe, Demon King Rimuru seems to be worried about you, doing her best to survive.

If you die, that Demon King will go berserk, you know. If it was Guy, he would be a great opponent.

Also Nee-san, in order for your mind to be caught by that con man, how pitiful.

I'll make you aware. 」

The presence of Velzard was tinged with anger as well.

The minds of the two dragon brothers swelled and both of them moved at the same time.

Both clashed.

With the shock wave of the destruction rising, part of the "White Ice Palace" scattered into pieces.

Two beautiful dragons appeared at that place.

White and red

The world that stopped was colored by vivid colors.

And the essence of red dragon ability is ―― 『Accceleration』 ―― !!

Both the ability to stop and the ability to accelerate clashing and neutralize each other's strength.

When Velzard's abilities were balanced, time stopped regaining its flow once more.

The world that was stopped had already started moving again.

In the center of the northern continent, the fight between the strongest species lifted the curtain.

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For now, I was transferred from Leon's palace to a hidden passage room.

As planned, Benimaru and the others will play their part.

To fool Velda's eyes, the barrier was left active.

He would think that the battle still continued inside. Well, there would be no problem even if it was exposed.

As long as he is unaware of my existence, everything will be fine.

Leon and co will be fine for a while, I restarted the observation of other places.

The situation in the capital of the Ingrassia Kingdom became quite serious, but not critical enough for me to get involved.

However, the matter is still a problem, I ordered Diablo's subordinates to move on and resolve the issue.

「Please leave it to me, Rimuru-sama!」

Diablo bowed to me respectfully and practiced the order.

Although, he only ordered Moss to move his subordinates. Maybe it would be Venom or someone nearby.

Diablo himself seemed to have no desire to move from my side. Oh, well.

With that feeling, I continued my observation.

《The world movement has stopped. Someone seems to have called 『The Suspended World』 ――》

Ciel gave a warning.

「Kufufufufu. This 'World Suspended' scale wasn't just a few seconds. Maybe–"

「Is it Velda or Velzard?」

《Velda in the current situation has no reason to stop time. Most likely, the Velzard――》

Hmm, maybe so.

Even if Guy had the ability to stop time, it wouldn't be strange, but he had no reason to use it.

Chloe won't stop time for a long time like this. Or rather, it means nothing.

Because if the opponent could move within the world that stopped, it would only be a waste of energy. There was no meaning in stopping time for a long time if he was unable to find some sort of superiority in it.

Anyhow……

「By making a face 'it's natural', so you can move in that world too, Diablo. 」

「Kufufufufu. Of course, Rimuru-sama. It might still be impossible for Benimaru, if it might be Zegion―― 」

'Ho, hohou ……'

Although I could have done this a few days ago.

Although I was unaware of it, my subordinates seemed to be showing surprising growth.

"What should I do? Should I go and help Chloe-jou? 」

Then, I contemplated. Even if he went there, transferring would be dangerous.

It is also difficult to understand the situation within the world that stops. Since the light stopped inside as well, my surveillance magic was useless as well.

Transfer there without understanding the situation is suicide.

Of course the reports from Moss also stopped.

Although moving inside was possible, it was impossible to contact each other.

If that was the case, flying there was the fastest way but it would take an hour.

When I think so—

《Ah, no movement. Velgrind seemed to have entered the war. 》

Ciel who was observing the situation told me that.

Soon after, time stopped flowing.

Apparently, Velgrind seemed to have neutralized the world that stopped.

「Rimuru-sama, it seems like it is one of Velzard-sama's abilities.

Just now, a report came from Moss. 」

「How is the situation?」

「Velgrind-sama has started a battle with Velzard-sama.

Both of them are in Dragon Mode, it seems to be a real fight.

Kufufu. Like this, even for someone like me, it's a dangerous situation. 」

I see, a full-strength fight, isn't it.

That's very dangerous. Wise people stay away from danger.

As for Guy and Chloe, they would be able to continue their actions safely while leaving the battle area skillfully.

「Alright, then continue the observation. 」

「As you want. 」

《Then, let's start the creation of a monitoring system that can be used even in 『World Suspended』. 》

Ah yes . If that's possible……

Oh well, if it's Ciel-sensei, everything is possible.

At that moment, the situation of the various places was once again projected by the scouting magic, a shocking spectacle was shown.

Dagruel showed his fangs.

Shion was knocked down by a single blow.

The Ruminas have recovered, but if things continue as they are now, defeat is clear.

I stood up in a hurry, though,

"No problem . Please don't interrupt. 》

I was calmed by Ciel's calm voice.

Of course

My most trusted friend, I remember asking her for help.

Looking closely, he seems to have done something secretly because I didn't notice.

「But, will it really be okay?」

《Nothing ..... (maybe) ――》

My friend who I trust the most.

It seems like the trust from Ciel-sensei is also incredible. 'Perhaps', I feel that this is the first time I have heard this word from him.

Even when feeling restless for some reason, I quashed my desire to go help for a moment.

Until Velda is caught, there is no point if I don't hide myself.

Moreover, if not in a world that stops, even in the worst case, I can go to help with the transfer.

I decided that I would wait here and believe in them.

「In the worst case, Diablo, you will go help him. 」

「Please leave it to me. However, I think it's not necessary. 」

I hope so.

While worried, I stared at the projected scenery.