Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 224: The Evacuation

Behind Venom fighting Arios, are the children who also hold their weapons with Kenya as their leader. Poison without being resurrected, begins to attack Arios without worrying about children. Naturally moving as if he was walking, he rushed to Arios like a cannonball ignoring gravity and inertia. And he reached maximum speed immediately giving Arios no time to prepare. 「Enemy Doom [1] !!」

The claws on Venom's hand grew longer and black in color

And while releasing "Wave of Division", he approached Arios. But―― 「―― how naive. 」

Before anyone knew, Arios gripped the sword and swung it. His sword glowed like it was releasing light and cutting off Venom's claws at extreme speed. Arios expression did not change as if it was a natural result. He looked at Venom like he was looking at an insect. Such condescending behavior is from the very strong to those who are weaker. However, his expression distorted due to the unexpected situation. The pain ran through Arios' arm.

「Hahaa, serve you correctly ~! Luckily, two of them are stuck on the right? 」

Venom pointed and smiled. As Venom had said, two claws stuck to Arios' arm.

「You , is this your goal from the beginning?」 「No, not like that. I thought I'd kill you with the first strike. However, I think that even if you graze it will be good. Good. I was very lucky again today. 」「 You're kidding―― I won't hold back anymore. 」「 Stupid ~! Fighting without restraint from the start, such a thing should be the basis! 」

Against Arios who was tinged with anger, Venom looked cheerful. However, in contrast to his attitude, there was no gap in his attitude. With his claw cut off already renewed, Venom's consciousness focused on Arios. That's natural. From the conversation earlier, Venom was convinced that Arios was a very powerful person.

(Hee! As I expected, there was something I could not feel even inside where my surveillance was. Of course, he ranks higher than me. But, it is not because he is fast that I cannot see his movements. It means that it is because of his ability so I can not detect him from the beginning, I am sure my thinking is not wrong ―― He is stronger than me, no doubt, I am sure, but it seems I can't win. Well, then, it's very comfortable. I will kill this man and take that power!)

While fighting, Venom felt a laugh almost pop out of his mouth. Even if he were to defeat a low rank enemy, he could not gain more power. Therefore, he thought this time was an opportunity for him. This was an opportunity for him to defeat high ranking enemies and gain more power.

(I'm lucky. Masayuki is here, this person will be a high quality food for me!) If Arios's strength is comparable to those of high-ranking people from Rimuru's closest aides ―― It's in Diablo―― class and if Arios has isolation ability, Venom won't have a chance of winning. But, Venom noticed that Arios did not have such an ability. Now that Venom could understand Arios' movements, it might mean that he could not use that ability. Arios was not an unreachable existence, Venom concluded so. Currently, Masayuki's ability had increased Venom's luck. It also exerted another effect on Venom, its strength increasing tremendously. He can avoid inevitable attacks for a reason, and impossible attacks on targets can hit. The proof was the two poison claws attached to Arios earlier. In this fortunate state, he believed that a poison that should not function would have an effect. If so, no need to doubt. Venom believes in himself and Masayuki, and will challenge the more powerful Arios.

Masayuki stood with his hands folded while watching the Venom fight. Honestly, rather than looking at it, he could understand the fight to a certain extent from the occasional spark. This was not the speed that the eyes could follow, Masayuki was just pretending that he was watching. (Or rather, I can't do such a thing, you know.) Since it was no longer within his area of understanding, the feeling of fear had weakened. Since Masayuki decided to entrust the fight completely to Venom, Masayuki thought about what would happen later. The most important thing for Masayuki was his own safety. The children seemed to be waiting for their chance to take part in the fight, and eagerly watched the fight between Venom and Arios. Turning his gaze to the children, Masayuki pondered. (They are stronger than me. If so, I think it would be safer together ...... Or rather, why are they here?) Masayuki finally felt some doubt about it. When Masayuki came to the capital, the children had already saved Hinata from the crisis. Masayuki appeared at the right time, in a favorable place, but he never intended for it. Coincidentally the timing matched his arrival with his friends by Venom's transfer magic. It was not that they had acted together until then.

「Hei, Kenya! Why are you guys here? 」

Although it was too late, Masayuki asked Kenya. Masayuki's behavior is too natural, like not thinking about the fight ―― Although saying that he ignored because he could not see the fight would not be wrong ―― in the eyes of people, but he did not realize it. He felt he needed to ask questions for his safety later. He wanted to withdraw from this dangerous place quickly, but he thought that he needed a reason for it.

「Ah, An-chan [2]. Actually, Alice is ―― 」「 Uhhh, with my ability 『Perceiver (Space Wiseman) [3]』, somehow I know the danger of approaching Hinata Onee-chan! 」「 Because Alice made a fuss, we somehow did it ..... 」「 For that reason, we came to help Hinata-san. 」「 We become stronger thanks to Hakurou-shishou and Agera-Shishou training you know! Right now we might not lose to Masayuki An-chan! 」So, the kids answered Masayuki's question together. (What they say ... From the beginning, they are stronger.).

While thinking so, Masayuki agreed with "I understand".

「Once, I didn't think you guys would be here. 」「 Us too, we didn't think that An-chan would come. ""Yes . But, if you don't come, Hinata Onee-chan might get killed .... Onii-chan, thank you! 」「 Uh !? Ah, I guess so. Well, no need to worry if I'm here. 」

Masayuki felt the sweat running down his back increase to an overestimated. In addition .... Apparently, Masayuki concluded that the enemy's goal was of course Hinata. (Well, what should I do? The enemy is after Hinata-san, but I am nearby so I will be in danger as well...) Masayuki thinks so, but the children say that they came here to protect Hinata. He wanted to escape with transfer magic but Venom was struggling, it was hard to escape from this place. Although the enemy did not seem to be bothering the town and the citizens, the damage seemed to be great due to the deviant attack. While thinking so, Masayuki drew the conclusion that the safest place was next to Hinata that the children would protect.

「Alright, then I will be next to Hinata-san. Because I'll protect you if anything happens. 」

Standing naturally next to Hinata, Masayuki spoke without hesitation. But that's not the only reason. Masayuki had something he wanted to protect above all else. The remaining warmth in his right hand ―― was true, a memory of Hinata's warmth and tenderness. (Losing such extraordinary things, I will never allow it!) With Masayuki's strong determination, the effects of his abilities increased to the maximum. ―― Meanwhile Unique Expertise, it is enough to reach the truth of the world. As a result, the space called Lucky Field [4] which gave tremendous blessings to the people whom Masayuki considered as allies was expanded, was unwanted by Masayuki.

「Hmm, as expected the angel-like man was beyond my means …. . I can barely keep up with the movement. Compared to that, your friend is amazing. He could somehow fight against the man ..... Absolutely amazing ..... 」.

Hinata nodded at Masayuki's words. And then he continued,

「Then let's do what we can now. I think it will help people escape from this place. Nicholas, we're going to deploy a defensive barrier in this place! Sealing the side effects of that fight, it would be the shield of the people! 」

「By pleasure!」 「Understood, Hinata-sama. "hand me over!"

In response to him are Nicholas, Leonard and Fritz.

Following Hinata's orders, the three ran to three sides. And then, a square with Hinata as the top is formed. Thus, with 4 saint knight class people, the defensive barrier spread out. The Holy Field would be effective if the enemy was a monster, but this time there was Venom here and the enemy had an angel-like appearance. If they were to carelessly place a barrier of holy attributes, it would be a hindrance. With that in mind, they chose Material Shield (Holy and Magic Defense Barrier). It is a barrier with the purpose to block the impact of explosion, heat etc., it's all elements. Thus, Hinata planned to temporarily get time for the people to escape. In line with Hinata's actions,

「Hinata onee-chan! We will help too! 」

Alice says that and synchronizes the effects of Space Barrier of Unique Skill 『Perceiver』 with Hinata and co's barrier. As a result, the Material Shield used by Hinata and colleagues was greatly strengthened. Seeing that, Gale went ahead.

「Well, I think my Unique Skills『 Cultivator (Reclamator) [5] 』will come in handy!」

Gale Unique Skills 『Kultivator』 was originally a suitable ability for agriculture, but depending on how to use it, it is an excellent ability with a variety of applications. Disturbing the earth, Gale covered the square on the side of the people with the ground turning hard. Gale was synchronized with the earth spirit, at that moment a protective wall as strong as steel was completed. A wall instantly appeared in front of the people. Naturally, people were shaken. After Gale are Kenya and Ryouta.

「Alrighty! We're gonna knock that guy down. My eyes gradually got used to it and could see the person's movements. I don't think Masayuki An-chan's turn is coming! 」「 We are also quite well trained. However, it is reassuring that Masayuki-san is watching us! 」

Saying such words, Kenya and Ryouta participated in the fight.

"G . When it's dangerous, I'll protect you both! 」

Kenya and Ryouta replied with a nod. (But I never decided that.) So Masayuki thought.

When it becomes like this, Masayuki has no other choice but to believe that Venom and the children will defeat the enemy. It's a miscalculation for Masayuki that Kenya and Ryouta are participating in the fight. He thought that they would continue to protect Hinata. However, the defensive foundation, that's what Gale and Alice are still here for. Hinata and her partner's barrier seems to have been strengthened, although it didn't go as Masayuki originally planned, his safety is secured for now. (Hm. Like this, it would be best not to make unnecessary steps.) Masayuki made a decision and decided to deal with the remaining problems quickly. That's the view of the people around the place. Since Masayuki was Masayuki, he wanted people to go somewhere quickly. 「Everything, please calm down and leave the square! If there is a place where you can take refuge――――

Masayuki tried to keep people away while showing his cold side to Hinata. The plan is one. When the situation turned worst, he would run away. He thought that to make it easy to escape at any time, having fewer people here was better. However, people accepted his words in another sense.

「Hero-sama, he is worried about us .....」 「Idiot, this is different! We're on his way. If he fights seriously, we will get involved! 」「 Is that? So that's why he let the little disciples fight ..... 」「 That's right. If Masayuki-sama himself fights, there is no doubt he will win. But then, we will also get hurt! 」「 We become a hindrance to him !? 」

Yeah like that. Naturally, they misunderstood Masayuki's true motives.

「Everyone, please run to the royal palace. There was a large-scale barrier erected at that place. Although an army of angels would come to attack it, it would take time for the barrier to break. To let Hero-dono fight freely, smooth evacuation would be better―― 」

One man suggested so to the people who were trying to escape from the square. The man was Prince Elrick who admitted his own crimes. His face was like someone who had been released from the grasp of an evil spirit, his eyes were one who was ready and decided to accept anything.

"Prince–"

Even the knights were shocked for a moment.

"Everyone! Did you hear it? Please move quietly, there is enough room for everyone in the castle. So no one was hurt from panic, please leave this place quietly. Leave the rest to Hero-sama! 」

One of the knights issued instructions to the people in a big voice. And then the knight ordered to the soldiers who were confused by the turn of events to guide the residents and prepare to receive them in the castle. Apparently, the man was the vice leader of the Knight Order, receiving orders that immediately began to move by the knights. Attached to them, the soldiers also began to move. People started moving like water from the square. "We need to evacuate quickly so Masayuki-sama will be able to actively take part in the fight" with that in their hearts. So, there are only a few people left in this place.