Volume 3 Chapter 21 (1/2)
Volume 3 Chapter 21
Plains of Vitality I [Demon King's Army Arrives]
{General POV}
While Shuten and Desiree were fighting each other to the death, and about when the news of the Demon King's Army reached Crane.
Near the rear of the advancing Demon King's Army, two men observed the white tower in the distance. How were they going to devastate that city? While considering how they would use their power in the upcoming slaughter, they expressed their dissatisfaction with their subordinates.
”Orcs, Kobolds, Goblins, and Lizardfolk…what an uninspiring mess.”
”It can't be helped. The demons that can walk under the sun without any issues are limited. And we are the few exceptions of demons who are strong and that can slip out of the magic continent.”
”I know that. Ahh~ I want to be healed by Eurekchan when I get back~”
They are both part of the Four Heavenly Demon Lords of the Demon King's Army, Reckless of ”Balance” and Braument of ”Reason”. These two are in charge of the ”Invasion Festival of the capital city of Eden” this time.
Braument was a tall man dressed in a tailcoat, and under the top had he had a wide grin like the edges of his mouth had been ripped.
The other man was shorter and broader, a demon with enough muscle you could call him manly except for the face that looked like you could turn it into a hamburger. Compared to humans, he was hairy, and had tusks pointing out from under a squashed snout.
But those aren't the only notable features of Reckless.
”Hey, Braument. What do you think about the current salary system? As another man who chose money rather than land.” (Reckless)
”No complaints.” (Braument)
As the two were pulled along in a swaying carriage with a open view, they traveled towards the holy capitol city Eden. You could say their conversation was merely chit-chat to pa.s.s the time before the battle.
“For me, it's tough. You see, if it's for Eurekchan I will endlessly spend gold.” (Reckless)
”You are unique. I'm thinking you should try to remember the word 'restraint' a little more.” (Braument)
”Even if you say that, what's cute is cute.” (Reckless)
Reckless wore a jacket made of leather. It was thin enough to be considered light armor, and could certainly be considered a stylish leather jacket[1]. Except for one difference.
On the back was the image of a pretty girl with incredibly fluffy waves of short pink hair. The girl in the picture wore a short frilly skirt, which strongly accentuated her loveliness. She was posed with her right hand on her waist, while her left hand was outstretched in a 'peace' sign.
Wearing this girl's picture on his back, Reckless gave off an impression that was very distinct and easy to comprehend. Additionally, if one paid attention to him, he could sometimes be seen with a towel draped around his neck that also had a print of the same girl, and the s.h.i.+eld he often carried had her drawn on the inner portion.
However, Braument pretended to ignore this, looking out over the landscape instead.
”Isn't it about time we arrived at the Plains of Vitality…?” (Braument)
”There's a disruption in the front. It looks like a strange beast.” (Reckless)
”A monster?” (Braument)
Looking forward, there was certainly a beast attacking the frontline of soldiers. The name of the monster that resembled a giant bear is the Goldfisted Bloodbear. It got this name because it is famous for bas.h.i.+ng its opponents with its gold-colored arms, while after the battle they would turn red with blood.
However, it is not a monster that would be seen in the plains.
Even if you tilted your head wondering where it came from, it was simply an obstacle that need to be eliminated for the demons. With a sigh, Reckless made a movement to jump off of the carriage being pulled by lizardmen.
But he suddenly felt an immense pressure from beside him. He quickly noticed that the source was Braument, and could not hide his surprise.
”Oh, to think you were so strong.” (Reckless)
”I will clean up.” (Braument)
”O-okay” (Reckless)
Braument immediately leapt out. Leaving behind the carriage with Reckless, he went ahead.
”Lord 'Reason'!!”
”Lord 'Reason' is here!!”
The formation of Kobolds had broken easily. At their center was the crazed Goldfisted Bloodbear. Every swing of its golden arms smashed another Kobold.
It's the same as that time. Braument thought.
A while ago, he was attacked by a frenzied Griffon. It was a monster that Braument had faced which had more power than the average Griffon should have. However, Braument was one of the Four Heavenly Demon Lords. When he defeated it, a fragment of something that sparkled fell out. Since it flew into his chest, he was able to gain a great amount power.
This seemed to be the same.
”What a great opportunity to become stronger again…!!” Braument's torn mouth widened further, increasing his eeriness, and he laughed. ”Haha….haha…!!”
— Ancient Spell – Endless Steel Thread —
The steel thread that appeared from both hands flew forth endlessly. The amount is incomparable to a before.
But at the same time bitter memories come back.
A few days ago, that Oni suddenly appeared. Not only did he block all of Braument's steel threads, but had pushed back and smashed them all with immeasurable power.
”If I could get another of those fragments…!” (Braument)
In the blink of an eye his steel threads surrounded the blood bear.
”Guruu!?”
”Die, small fry.” (Braument)