Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 87: The Holy City

A city shrouded in a quiet light.

A holy city protected by a sacred barrier.

This is a high level defense barrier developed through years of difficult study.

This barrier prevented uninvited outsiders from entering and protected the city for over a thousand years.

This is truly the embodiment of citizen prayer.

It can even block the sunlight that allows the natural light of the city to be regulated. Because it is brighter in the afternoon and darker in the evening.

The temperature inside the barrier remains mostly year-round creating cool summers and warm winters.

And thanks to isolated farmland, they can harvest crops any season of the year.

A paradise where no one is hungry.

Every child receives the same education and every citizen is employed.

Heaven of law and harmony.

That was the Holy City of Ruberius of the Holy Kingdom of Ruberion.

Hinata walked down the road to the Great Sacred Chamber.

The gentle warmth that enveloped him seemed to calm his heavy heart.

This country is rich.

No one is hungry or sleeping on the streets.

Everyone is given a role they respect.

They wake up with the sound of the morning bell and fall asleep at sunset.

Those with superior abilities helped those who were inferior. And this harmony ensures that the happy life of the citizens continues.

The land of equality under the Gods. This reality called the Holy City lay before him.

Hinata looked at the faces of nearby residents.

They all had a calm smile on their faces.

But, he could not help feeling that something was wrong every time he was in the city.

He could move from the Grand Cathedral in the Holy City of Ruberius to the Saint Church of the Ingracia Kingdom in a matter of seconds.

These two cities were connected through the grand magic circuit.

The capital city of Ingracia is the most developed city in the world and houses the Council and the Freedom Association.

So, to spread the teachings of the church there, they prioritized the creation of direct access to the city.

In fact, about six hundred years ago the Kingdom of Ingracia and the Holy Empire of Ruberion exchanged barrier magic for transfer magic and decided to connect their cities.

As a result, instead of in this holy land, they gained the ability to establish the headquarters of the church in the Kingdom of Ingracia.

Hinata, however, found the holy city to be ideal and sought to create a society that did not need to fight with the Kingdom of Ingracia nor any other country.

He looked for a society where the weak were not swallowed up by the strong.

However, the Ingracia Kingdom and the Holy Imperial Ruberion were too incompatible.

And it made him feel out of place.

The free city of Ingracia and the Harmonious city of Ruberius; indeed, they are in conflict with each other.

And the discomfort only increases when looking at the faces of children.

He could hear the sounds of children coming from the school that was built next to the Great Holy Chamber.

Perhaps too late, some children desperately ran towards the building.

Those who could run faster were grasping their slow hands.

A common scene that is almost unproblematic. But Hinata was uncomfortable.

What will happen in Ingracia?

There is a school next to the church.

He often sees children playing outside. What tastes?

At daybreak, the children who were late ran out of the gate smiling. Those who are too slow will not be able to learn.

At that moment, those who were quick had a proud look as if they were getting what was naturally theirs.

What do you think will happen to these children who will help others like the Ruberian children?

Of course, none of them would succeed and be scolded by the teacher.

Of course, they just had to get up early.

But this is a small difference.

But for some reason the discomfort of Hinata will not fade.

What's different?

Are they faster not good? No, it's not that.

Although they ignored the slower children, they did not make fun of them.

Moreover, the slow children just timidly laughed.

They had fun even when scolded by the instructor.

Well then, what about here in Ruberius?

All the children had the same facial expression.

A calm smile.

The same as used by adults – satisfaction.

And somewhere inside that expression was a feeling of abandonment, hence causing Hinata's displeasure.

He only started noticing this after Slime Rimuru mentioned his anger towards the children.

Although it was definitely nonsense, Hinata unintentionally pondered her words.

Hinata ignored this thought.

He couldn't possibly show such an unsightly appearance before the Seven Heavenly Saints.

Last time, immediately after being told that Veldora was reborn, she received a report from the Country Tempest Monster.

As a result, even though the sages called out to him, for some reason they were unable to meet him.

Thus, a week has passed.

That being said, it was probably the first time he had met them as the Seven Heavenly Sages. And noticed something he barely cared about.

The last time, when they told me about Veldora, was the first time she had seen them together.

Previously, he would study under each and move on to the next one immediately after completing training.

And, after graduating as a disciple, he had never met them while receiving his orders.

At most, no more than six were gathered at the same time.

How strange these people are.

They may have traveled the world for some unknown reason.

If that was the case, then Veldora's rebirth was an unimaginably important event.

Since Hinata had never personally restrained Veldora's anger, she was not surprised by the news, but could still judge its importance based on the responses from other countries.

So he might have properly delayed the trip to Tempest.

But he could not ignore the demon king who ruled so close to humans.

And the presence of dangerous monsters only underscores the urgent need to conquer them all.

But, is this fellow Japanese who reincarnated as a monster really a barrier that needs to be removed?

According to their beliefs, he was undoubtedly an evil demon.

So why does she feel so lost …?

Especially

(I see, I feel lost, yes ..)

Hinata reflects herself.

Feeling uncertain like him. Because it was mocking itself, he hardened his heart.

Right, even he could feel lost.

He lived to create "A world of equals without struggle".

A world where children abandoned by their parents can live happily.

Maybe it was an idealistic and impractical goal. But for Hinata, who was about to withdraw from this reality, the church emerged as the embodiment of that ideal.

Since then, Hinata will never doubt the Creed of the Church and systematically work to reproduce it.

Unlike her mother who clung to religion, she was in a position where she protected beliefs.

And that is the source of Hinata's trust.

Although he did not believe in Gods, he would recognize them as long as they were useful.

Achieving one's goals is more important.

Therefore, he had never wavered since joining the Saint Western Church.

And now, for the first time, a conflict arises between his thoughts and the teachings of the church.

So he decided to seek advice from his instructor.

Satisfied with this decision, he found himself standing before the door of the Great Sacred Chamber.

Without faltering, he opened the door and entered.

In front sat his instructor the Seven Heavenly Sages.

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After passing through the inner space he felt the air change.

He was now within the absolute defense barrier of the empire.

This area was isolated from the outside by a barrier that would prevent anyone not invited from entering.

Hinata advanced confidently.

The road leads along the mountain to the plantation. That's where he'll meet his instructor.

When Hinata arrived, four of them were already seated.

Four among the Seven Heavenly Wise.

Hinata greeted them.

He raised his eyes to see the four of them nodding calmly.

Their faces were hidden behind masks, he could not read their expressions.

「Casual. No need to sit formally 」

「Thank you for coming, Hinata. Are you here about Veldora countermeasures? 」

「Sad face! The dragon was a natural disaster. Not something we humans can fight 」

「Is there anything that worries you?」

They asked .

As usual, he couldn't say which of them said what, maybe one person said each of those sentences.

How strange they are.

Even the instructors said that there was no point fighting Veldora.

But does it not contradict their beliefs?

When he asked, they replied that 『Dragon Veldora is a monster and also not monster』.

The dragon is actually a holy spirit and hence is a ball of energy.

They are therefore almost intangible creatures.

And then, they added,

「That annoying dragon recently joined hands with the newborn demon lord」

"Good . The demon lord slaughtered the army of Farmas 」

「Never think one creature is capable of such a thing」

「The evil dragon and demon king join hands .. if we do not proceed carefully, mankind will fall」

Currently, they were not in a state where they could offer resistance.

But it's not something they can allow.

They could not simply agree to the fury of the enemy just because they were strong.

Hinata raised her head and looked into their eyes.

And,

「Pardon this distraction, but I will not run away.

Whether dragon or demon king, I will bring home the victory of 」

He stated.

He could not forgive himself for thinking that only because the demon lord was his countryman could he speak to him once.

Maybe they insist that we can't handle them for fear of the demon lord.

The human heart is weak. Judgment is often overwhelmed by fear.

In fact,

He felt it was ridiculous to let a raging creature to continue to exist.

They must destroy it immediately.

「Don't be arrogant, Hinata. Normal attack will not hurt that evil dragon 」

「Even a hero can only seal it!」

「Your attacks can hardly cause much damage」

「Compelling an opponent will cause further problems. Do you still insist on trying to defeat him? 」

But Hinata did not falter.

If he needed to be defeated, then he would defeat him.

「I came with a request today」

He answers their questions.

To be honest, he wanted to seek advice on how to treat his reborn compatriot as a monster, but listened to reports that he joined hands with Veldora and massacred the army of Farmas which caused him to reconsider.

As he thought, humans and monsters could not coexist. They need to be destroyed before they produce any further casualties.

Her heart was free from worry, she felt peaceful.

And he continued calmly.

「I came asking permission to use spiritual」 weapons

He was quietly waiting for their answer.

The movements of the wise man stopped and the room was filled with silence.

Suddenly, boisterous laughter filled the room.

『Fufufu, fuhahahahahaha !!!』

Hinata is not moving.

He was quietly waiting for their answer.

「Serious」

「Alright, we have witnessed your determination」

「Maybe you can beat him」

「I will allow it, Hinata" Hero "this generation. We will allow you to use Spiritual Weapons! 」

Spiritual Weapons.

It was a weapon reserved only for heroes and was developed in secret by the church as an anti-monster weapon.

As an anti-monster weapon it could only be used by someone loved by the spirit-hero.

Hinata is loved by the holy spirits.

But, having never sought this ultimate weapon, he did not call himself a hero.

His abilities flooded his enemies so he hardly needed a spiritual weapon …

But not this time.

To Hinata, a hero was something that her original instructor, Izawa Shizue talked about.

Very strong and very good creatures.

Creatures that can make people's wishes come true.

Hinata understands.

He, whose face was a cruel expression could not be a tool to meet the expectations of other humans.

But this time he decided.

He could not allow the existence of monsters.

Maybe he can't be the hero of the people or grant their wishes ..

Even if it was a mistake, he could not allow a monster that would slaughter people for no reason to continue to exist.

Therefore, Hinata calls herself a hero.

And he drew a great sword.

Which is bigger than usual. It was so heavy that an adult man might not be able to swing it.

Swinging him as a human would only endanger himself.

Even a professional weight lifter would not be able to lift this sword.

As someone who likes the rapier, Hinata muscles are not very developed.

Hinata fights by beating her opponent's speed.

No matter how special this weapon was to fight monsters, it was simply no match for him.

But, without hesitation, he approached the sword and raised it with one hand.

With a carefree expression on his face, he glanced at his sword.

He could easily swing his tip at the speed of sound and wield a sword as if it was his own body.

The movements resembled sword dances.

No problem .

But this was not due to his strength; perhaps a giant could use it with his own strength.

Hinata only uses 『Heavy』 Manipulation and 『Inertia』 Manipulation at the same time.

So this burly weapon meant absolutely nothing to him.

And if he gained weight upon contact with his enemy, he could land a devastating blow.

Moreover, no matter how fast his opponent was, as long as he canceled their inertia, he could fend off their blows.

Thanks to this flexible swordsmanship and skill, Hinata boasted invincibility.

Additional skills included in his unique skill 『Priot』 are perfectly managed by the unique skill 『Mathematik』 Expert.

That is the secret of his power.

Not because of spiritual weapons.

The sword was the product of many years of Celestial Sage research on the development of weapons to fight Veldora …

And Hinata has long since acquired it.

He did not need the wise man's permission to wear it; he himself refused it.

He convinced himself to only use them when allowed by the wise.

And they allow it.

Hinata removed her barrier and returned to her original form.

A thin membrane covered his body that turned into armor.

That's why he doesn't wear anything. That is, he always wears it.

It was a holy equipment, the Saint Armor "Holymail".

It was woven from high-level spirit power and could only be worn by those who surpassed human strength.

Thus transformed in the holymail, it has the appearance of a true hero.

Wearing the strongest holy armor, with the strongest anti-monster weapon in his hand, he departed.