Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 58: Called a Hero

The children set hostile sights on me.

Filled with pure hatred.

It makes me feel completely out of place.

What could have caused them to harbor so much hostility towards the new instructor?

Five children.

Misaki Kenya: Male, 8 years old

Sekiguchi Ryouta: Male, 8 years old

Gale Gibson: Male, 9 years old

Alice Rondo: Woman, 7 years old

Chloe O'Bell: Female, 8 years old

None of them were over 10 years old.

I looked at them while confirming the records I took in the staff room.

They were picked up from all over the world. Each one is called a monster.

Every country had requested conquest for them, but the adventurers took over their rights.

That's what the documents say, but something bothers me.

Why are their ages so similar? And, they were all picked up in various circumstances from the countries around the Jura Forest?

Especially in three years with each other? Maybe something's going on.

They seem to have grown very attached to Shizu-san. Other than him, they only listened to Yuuki's words.

Well, unless you see it for yourself, you won't know how naughty this group really is.

「Yo, what's with the sudden aggression, boy!

I (Ore-sama) will be your instructor from now on; that name is Rimuru.

I'm not as good as Shizu-san, so prepare yourself! 」

I think start with a greeting, but …

"Shut up! You will not deceive us! 」

"Really, right! Even if we listen, you will only kill us! 」

「What are you doing with Shizu-san! Did you kill him too ?! 」

「Yes, we won't trust adults!」

「You will just throw us out, say that we are fine, right?」

Hm? What happened to their response?

This is not at the level of class disruption. They're not just naughty — it's actual killing intent there.

I mean, how do they even think that we're trying to kill them, or that we killed Shizu san?

There's something else at work here.

That day, we couldn't continue the lesson.

I don't know their circumstances, so I can't impose my will on them.

So, the day ended with just a greeting.

「K-Ken-chan .. are you okay?」

「Sway! The mask that the instructor was wearing .. what was that earlier! 」

"Hey! Relax, relax, okay !!! 」

I could hear them making noises outside the door, but I didn't care.

I only allow other members to introduce themselves. Ranga, I mean.

He's probably observing the class instead of me. Very amusing.

But the children who clearly did not have the will to solve the problems he shared, seemed interested in playing around.

So the fact that today's lesson became Self-Study is something I can't prevent.

So, leaving the rest to Ranga, I decided to visit Yuuki.

Inside the chamber of the Freedom Association Chairman.

Yuuki and I held a discussion while sitting on the sofa.

A pleasant aroma drifted from the cup of tea before us.

I continued the conversation.

「So ... please tell me the state of the children 」

I get straight to the point.

Yuuki looked straight into my eyes, and after thinking for a while,

「Rimuru-san, let me ask you a question …

How much do you know about Sakaguchi Hinata? 」

What's that about? Did something happen between Hinata and the kids?

"Not much . He's a fellow Japanese.

And he remembers things a lot quickly – so Shizu-san said ... 」

Hmph, he nodded in response,

「In that case, how about the difference between" Called "and" World Travelers "?」

Now that he mentioned it, I don't know much about them either.

They are guaranteed to have unique skills. And, the success rate of the summoning is low.

Also, they had curses carved in their souls.

I told him that much.

"Yes . It fits with everything we learned about them. You know a lot, don't you …

Someways.

Summoning requires a very definite state to be prepared to allow you to summon someone with powerful abilities.

Someone whose will is very strong.

Well, what about the summoning done in an incomplete condition? 」

Yuuki's explanation follows makes me nauseous.

The success rate with thirty magicians chanting summoning magic over a three-day period was less than 0. 03%.

Moreover, a magician who had used summoning magic, was unable to use it during the specified interval.

The rest period ranges from 33 to 88 years. Usually, such time is used to prepare the environment for better calling opportunities.

Now, what would happen if you ignored this rule?

If you do, there is little requirement to do the Summoning and you can keep calling.

According to what Yuuki said, the summoning done usually resulted in the children being summoned.

Children with powerful souls or abundant magic were forced here. Without being given the abilities appropriate to them …

Without any unique skills, the abundant magical energy caused their bodies to explode.

They were fried alive by the power they had.

「Eh? Wait a minute, then what are those kids? 」

「…. Currently, the record is three years. .

That is the age of those who are called inappropriately.

And, the children have been called that way …

Failed to be a hero. 」

「Wha ... Huh? Her hero? Why should…

Were they forced to do this by Sakaguchi Hinata? 」

Yuuki did not answer.

However, his silence only confirmed my suspicions.

「The church is looking for new hope, new strength.

Desire all human – light. Messiah of humanity, "Hero"!

I have secretly investigated many facilities and brought out the children .. 」

"What the fuck…"

「I have not found a way to prevent their deaths.

Children under the age of ten are no exception – if they do not have unique skills, they will definitely die.. 」

「Aren't the callers bothered by that loss? Isn't this "failure" getting in the way of them or something? 」

「They calmly call more and more. Because they can keep doing it, they don't care. Maybe that's what they think .. 」

"Are you kidding? Why do you allow the church to continue to exist? 」

「Church ... West Saint Church if influential.

Surrounding the Jura Forest, in addition to the Sarion Heresy State, every country is a devout church follower.

Do you understand? It is not a force that we can defeat even with the support of the Government.

There are also believers among my colleagues.

If we make the church our enemy, the Association will fight with itself! 」

Yuuki said, his expression aching and helpless.

I can't add anything either. To think that the living children would …

And that's why they met me with hostility and hatred.

「Hei. Why did you ask me to meet the kids? Why did you tell me all this? 」

「... Why, indeed? Maybe I'd like to see if you can find a way to save them.

I don't have anyone in the world I can count on. I have lost Shizu-san.

If you don't pay attention, I'm not going to say anything to you.

So why are you paying attention? 」

Shit .

If I don't realize it, I can send them cheerfully.

Now that I have it, how can I have fun? A very bad joke …

「It is not dangerous to have a school so close to the church?」

「Fufu. Instead, it was the safest place. Have you ever heard the phrase: darkest under a lamp post?

So what are you gonna do? Are you going to stop? 」

I looked straight into Yuuki's eyes.

And loudly declared,

「I will not stop, and will continue as I want from now on. Any complaints? 」

Yuuki nodded.

And,

「I'm handing it to you. If you can, please save those children …! 」

He said, bowing his head.

No need to tell me.

That's another task that Shizu-san left behind. I'll see it.

And, most likely, this whole conversation was already planned by Shizu-san earlier.

Just a lost thought.

I left the Freedom Association building and returned to the classroom.

Now, now. Can't greet them with a gloomy face.

I'll do what I can. That's all I've done so far.

Shizu-san was depending on me, Yuuki asked me this, all I could do was answer their expectations.

It was the worst day in history for the Beast Kingdom of Yuurazia.

Demon Lord Karion nervously looked at the sky above.

A large amount of magical energy was rapidly approaching.

Without trying to hide his aura – Demon King Milim.

(Hey, hey, is this real ..)

He clearly intended to fight and target this country.

Fights with Milim Nava are serious. I guess this can also be called an opportunity.

Karion did not believe that he was superior; in fact, he considered Milim stronger.

And yet.

(More fun winning against stronger opponents!)

His blood boiled and his heart skipped a beat.

The strongest one, Demon King Milim. A senior Demon King, unlike his appearance, he was worthy of admiration.

He could face that Demon King. Saying that he was excited would be an understatement.

He once asked his parents when he was a child.

About the tyranny of the Dragon Princess.

Is it a fairy tale based on Milim or another model? This is what his parents said.

The anger of the dragon princess could wipe out the country!

Never fight against a dragon princess!

Trash .

Although the military of the Yuuzaria Beast Kingdom was not very large, half of its population was a warrior race.

Not at all inferior to other countries.

Moreover, he himself had evolved into a Demon King. There was no one he should fear!

He headed to the sacred mountain behind the castle; and, while preparing himself, he planned to ambush Milim there.

His followers – demons and followers, kneeling in front of him, waiting for instructions.

"Listen! We have only one enemy. Demon Lord Milim Nava!

Against the demon lord, if you Devils fight together, you can have a proper fight. But I'll go alone!

As for you, set up a barrier and protect the people! Believe me, I will win !!! 」

"""Y!!!"""

Hearing their battle cries, he could feel their excitement.

Today, he had a chance to prove himself the strongest!

(I don't hate his personality. We can be good friends .. how embarrassing!)

At this point, the reason is not important.

For him, only the fight matters. Not because his wisdom would change the outcome in the least …

Slowly, he ascended to the sky using 〈Flight Magic〉.

Reaching Milim, he started the fight without a word.

First, a quick test.

Hit him with all his strength. However, his body was covered in many defensive barriers, the attack was not up to him.

He summoned Hyakko-seiryuu's spear, and felt his strength grow exponentially.

Exhaling a small breath, he combined his fighting spirit with his aura.

And unleashed a slash attack on Milim. Each slash was followed by an air bullet that viciously attacked Milim.

Yet…

Although the bullets had broken through a number of barriers, they were unable to injure his body.

Moreover, each slash was captured by his demon sword "Evil God".

Not at all suitable for him, that long, curved, one-eyed blade.

The sword was dyed with a pale blue light.

How many demon lords have these famous swords killed?

Hmh! Karion distanced herself from Milim and regained her posture.

He did not underestimate her at all, but she far exceeded his expectations.

He didn't use every ounce of his strength, but Milim also looked baseless.

He was also not an opponent he could fight.

He decided to go all out. Unfortunately, he seemed almost unconscious, as if he was being controlled by someone.

However, that was no problem for Karion.

(I want to fight with the real you, not a puppet! But, even so, I won't lose!)

He gave up his ability.

Start assuming the demon first, then the demon is formed.

He is, however, known as the King of the Beast, a lion lycanthrope.

Thus, it began to change. Become a demon beast.

And thus his original form, the "Lion King" Demon King Karion, had appeared.

Covered in silver feathers, his muscles bulged.

Above the lion's head, the Vermillion Bird's crown shone brightly. And that body was wearing Black Tortoise armor.

The neighboring countries all specialize in warfare. So, for the sake of fighting for the dominance of the sky, huge wings like eagles were attached to his back.

Seeing that appearance, a small light flashed briefly in Milim's eyes, and Karion did not miss it.

Or maybe he just imagined it.

「Now, Milim. It's a pity, but now that you see this appearance, I'll make you disappear permanently, okay?

Too bad, but goodbye !!! !!!

He shouted, and focused all his fighting spirit onto Hyakko-seiryuu's spear.

If they were on the ground, the earth would be separated from the force of its power and its surroundings would become dust.

Not that the air remains unaffected. The energy it emitted burned the air itself.

The beast roars !!!

This roar unleashed one's magical energy on the opponent.

All of his energy was focused on the tip of the spear, yet it remained undamaged.

Had he shot him to the ground, everything in the direction of the attack would have been accidentally erased; it was Karion's "Beast King" sure-kill technique.

Normally, his strength would not decrease in the slightest for the first 100 meters. And, the actual attack distance could pass 2 kilometers.

Thus, long distance makes this a skill that is best used against many opponents, but can be set to concentrate on one.

It would be the first time he would use the Beast Roar against one opponent, but he could not imagine anyone could withstand it.

He's going all-out.

Magic energy quickly rushed out from his body. He could barely maintain flight magic.

However, it was a small price to pay for this attack.

Normally, he would have to use it two or three times to become this tired; but, today he could not be so protected.

His opponent was covered in many high-level barriers.

Taking in, and while falling to the ground,

* Zuzzza !!! *

He avoided a back shot.

Blood dripped from his back, but he covered the wound with a spirit alone.

He looked towards her .

However, he did not want to see it, nor did he believe such a thing could happen.

A creature that has so far exceeded his expectations.

The dragon wings spread wide, his blonde hair fluttering in the wind.

And, even though it wasn't there before, a beautiful deep red horn now adorned her forehead.

Her light Gothic dress had turned into jet-black armor

(Ah .. so this will be his actual battle outfit, yes ..)

Although Karion was now exhausted, his opponent was unharmed.

“A very joke. Cut me loose. “She is now experiencing strange feelings – wants to cry and laugh at the same time.

"It's done well! That was fun!

As a thank you, I will show you this !!! 」

Milim spoke for the first time.

However, it was a monotonous voice without his personality.

Yet Karion felt the doom to come from his words.

"I don't want you to show me anything!" He screamed in his heart.

Using a mind transmission, he passed on orders to his subordinates.

One word: run !!!

And, with the rest of his strength, he ran as fast as he could.

He felt it deep in his bones: if he stayed, he would die.

The dragon pupils widened, and he spread his wings.

Milim roaring!

Nova Nova Dragon !!!

Its brightness easily surpassed the brightness of the stars.

The bright pellets that rained down on the earth not only wiped out the castle, but the mountain behind it.

The sound of destruction was far beyond the reach of one's voice, so the shockwave instead declared it.

Those who were touched by the light disappeared without being able to put up a fight.

Strongest magic.

And one of the reasons why Milim was in power for so long.

Impossible…

Fortunately, Karion was able to escape a direct attack, so he survived.

But it's Milim.

A demon king you can't fight. Nicknamed "Destruction" himself.

Now, Karion agreed with his parents' words.

You can't fight that. Its dimensions are different from others.

Yet…

"But he…"

「Dia. . ? The ara? What could possibly be wrong? Will you enlighten me? 」

He felt the blade of the knife pressing against his neck.

The presence of a single woman.

Highest ruler sky – Sky Queen Frey.

Ch Cih's. Frey, you too? 」

「Ara? What about me? You will have plenty of time to let me know .. 」

So, Karion's consciousness faded into darkness …