Narrator Pov:
Far off in the north, lies cold ruins of a once prosperous kingdom. Where it was formerly populated by high humans now resides demons. One such demon in particular being one of the 7 demons that has existed since the beginning of creation. The red primordial demon Guy Crimson who is currently in chats with his fellow demon lord, Leon Cromwell, the Platinum Devil.
Guy: Sorry for dragging you here on such short, I know you're often busy so I appreciate that you able to make time to visit
Leon: It's fine. Now then, what's so important that you wishes to speak in person rather than through our rings?
Guys: Straight to the point as always. Well it's in regards to the upcoming Walpurgis. I wish for you to attend this time, even if I have to owe you a favor
Leon: Quite rare for you to insist my attendance. Why so?
Guy: It is mainly due to who called for it, Clayman
Leon: The small fry?
Guy: yep, but got me really curious was who signed up alongside him, milim. Like myself, she one of the oldest demon lords, and knowing her, she wouldn't listen to the likes of Clayman. In other words, something is up
Leon: Indeed, This call for Walpurgis and Carrion's death is suspicious timing
Guy: right!
Leon: Clayman has been a thorn for quite some time. He's been pestering me in order to cover his tracks. I'm starting to get on my last nerves in regards to him. That aside, Milim's actions are quite concerning
Guy: Tell me about it, if Carrion is truly dead, it'll just create more work for me to deal as mediator.
Leon: It's still a wonder why milim is conspiring with clayman, could he be manipulating her?
Guy: I have doubts that it's such a case. Despite her open immaturity, she does infact use her brain. That said, would this mean you'll be attending Walpurgis?
Leon: I suppose I shall
Guy: Perfect! As senior members, we all should be present to welcome a possible newcomer
Leon: You mean the one who Clayman is making a big fuss about? Kaijuno Tempest isn't? From what I heard, Clayman think Kaijuno is giving demon lords a bad name. Personally I think it's too soon to give judgement, at least until witness who they are myself
Guy: So you're open to the idea as well? I'll gladly take as much useful pawns as I can get, especially one closer to the east
Leon: you would say that
Guy: If my sources are correct, they reside within the forest of jura. Having another demon lord be on the front lines against the empire will be quite beneficiary
Leon: I thought you wouldn't be more happy with the fact they are allied with Veldora
With this mention of the storm dragon brought out said dragon's older sister who didn't seem to be interested prior
Velzard: Ara Ara, now this is a topic I can get behind
Leon: Well, if it isn't the White Ice Empress Velzard, I was lucky to forget you also live here
Velzard: Goodness well aren't you acting cold. That said, I'm grateful for that you have stepped foot into our domain
Leon: If that's the case, then I'm surely glad to have any interaction with you too
Guy: I see you two hate eachother as always. You jealous Leon?
Leon: Just marry her already and save all three of us the trouble
Velzard: So you're saying that my younger brother has been revived
Leon: I had multiple sourced saying such, so yes
Guy: Okay, but that's the case, why is he not rampaging as he usually does. He practically did it as if it's the only thing he knew what to do
Velzard: There's also the matter of how his seal was broken
Leon: From what I can gather, apparently Clayman is responsible for it
Guy: Clayman?
Leon: He manipulated Falmuth to waged war against the Jura Tempest Federation. The chaos of the clash was what released Veldora. In the end, Veldora massacred the Falmuth army but the Federation was able to negotiate with the storm dragon
Velzard: So the war between two armies is what broke the seal?
Leon: That's what is publicly known, but I'm not too confident it's actually the case
Velzard: I see. Maybe the Hero's Seal had some flaws
Leon: Could be, but there is a theory that I thought of
Velzard: A theory?
Leon: yes, while I'm not too sure how he was undetectable for so long. The best I could come up with is that he was transported into another space along with his seal. Biding his time to return
Guy: Now THAT'S intriguing! It could mean that there is someone who hold such power, powers similar to our own!
Leon: Possibility, but I'll hold my breathe on that just in case
Guy: But if it was, you would be thinking it is Kaijuno right
Leon: Well on 50/50 on it
Guy: What do you mean 50/50?
Leon: Well I also heard that Kaijuno has a sister named Rimuru Tempest. She's apparently the nation's princess
Guy: And you would think she also possesses such powers?
Leon: Yes, The likelihood is fairly since both are proclaimed to be younger siblings of Veldora
This information send a brief sense of intense shock to the demon and dragon duo
Guy: WAIT WAIT WAIT HOLD ON!!! What do you mean by that!!?
Leon: It was apparently announced that those two were Veldora's little siblings
Guy: c-could it mean.... Velzard! Do you sense any other dragon factors?
Velzard:... No, I only sense Veldora's but his factor feels really faint though
Leon: Do you know what this could mean?
Guy: I don't really want to believe it. But it's really looking like we're dealing with two new milims
Leon: As if one wasn't already enough of a disastrous being. But now there's three
Velzard: Personally, I'm joyous to welcome to new family members
Guy: Yeah, sure you are, especially if they're possibly Veldora's offspring
Leon: There's still some holes in it. How was Veldora able to repopulate if he's a spiritual being? Let alone repopulate with anyone while being stuck on his seal for hundreds of years
Guy: I guess we'll just have to wait and see til then
Leon: I see, in that case I'll take my leave if we have nothing left to talk about then I'll take my leave
Guy: Leaving already?
Leon: Yes, you already said what you wanted to tell me right?
Guy: No need to get back to work immediately right. Or have you made big progress on summoning your target
Leon: No, unfortunately there has been a set back
Guy: huh?
Leon: Before I was able to retrieve the next batch of summon, someone else had already saved them
Guy: ?
Leon: And she seemed quite furious i regards to the summoning of children as well. I can see pressure be placed on the nations, greatly halting progress
Guy: Cmon, can't you just get rid of them like you would with anyone else that gets in your way?
Leon: Unfortunately no, as the individual is none other than Princess Rimuru, Kaijuno's sister
Guy: ! Seriously!? This all can't be such a coincidence?
Leon: Precisely, I'm hoping my attendance would bring me some answers to this overlapping conspiracies
Guy: That makes the two of us. At least I won't have to worry about the upcoming Walpurgis being dull
Leon: It's safe to say that it'll be one hell of a Walpurgis, that's for sure
Guy: By the way, who is your collaborator?
Leon: Someone from the empire, but I don't know the details but he claims to be a merchant
Guy: The empire? Can you really trust him?
Leon: trust? I don't need to trust him as I'm merely using him
Guy: If that's the case, I suppose I won't worry about it. But you still shouldn't let your guard down though. Even in death, I'll find a way to make you regret it
Leon: Actually caring about someone else? Well isn't that abnormal. Well no need to worry, I'll be achieving my goal no matter what
Guy: Really? Is that goal so important to you?
Leon: Absolutely. It is my biggest priority over everything else in this world
Guy: Geez, I think I might be jealous
Leon: You're saying it as if you had a chance. I take your warning to heart. See you at the next Walpurgis
Guy: bye
Without hesitation, the Platinum Devil teleported back to his golden city
Guy: man he's so impatient
Velzard: It's so unlike him to leave himself vulnerable. Should we look into the matter ourselves? Especially since it involves the empire?
Guy: No need. It'll just piss him and need a reason to have a friend resent me. If he needs assistance, he's free ask for help
Velzard: alright then
Guy: Walpurgis is definitely gonna be entertaining, do you want to come as well
Velzard: hmmmm, I suppose I shall this time. I don't find anything interesting in regards to demon lord to be interesting, but I don't want to miss an opportunity to meet a new family member
Guy: splendid!
Guy:( I wonder what you can bring to the table Kaijuno. I've just heard of you and yet I can see the roots of big changes. My non existent heart hasn't raced this much into ages)
Guy: To Walpurgis!
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Down east, holds a castle which resides an elegant demon lord currently sipping wine while dining on perfectly baked scones
Clayman: It's nearly time for Walpurgis. Everything has been put into place. It will go as expected. Expected...this sense of deja vu is really bothering, but why am I feeling this? what is so familiar about this? I can't shake up this feeling that I have already seen this. Well it's not like it matters, once that Kaijuno brat steps in, he'll be finish. Then all that will remain are the rest of his fellow nuisances. The orcs, the goblins, the kijins, his sister.....his sister, why does she specifically make me unsettled?
I swear, I've seen her before. I don't recall anyone else with bright blue hair. I thought she was just a figment of my dream. I didn't thought she truly existed until I saw the footage from their clash with Charybdis. Was that dream some sort of foresight? Was it showing me the future?.... possibly not. I really don't recall the brat ever appearing that dream. I definitely would've remember such a weird looking kid which sich a ridiculous mask. Maybe its just a weird coincidence
I suppose it doesn't matter, she's likely not even going to attend the event. Instead that place is taken by her weaker looking brother. Plus with milim as my pawn, erasing his entire nation from this world after settling things with him will be of no issue. It's not even put into consideration about my inevitable awakening
Speaking of who, I can't help but question if the bracelet completely put her under my control. She seemed to have done exactly why I say, but if I think about it, the fact I was able to control one of the oldest demon lords felt way too easy even with a mind controlling bracelet.
Maybe it was for the best that I didn't end up hitting her, it might've risked breaking the bracelet if it really was effective
I'm seriously hoping that dream was just mearly a dream in the end
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Far west of the continent, a vampiric demon lord lazes on their comfortable sofa, holding a pondering expression.
Luminous:....damn, can't this situation be manageable for a moment. Not only were my knights dragged into Falmuth's mess, but it ended up reviving that damn lizard too. I doubt he isn't considering giving me another visit. I'm still not even certain about anything about Rimuru's current whereabouts. Her brother was announced to be a new demon, but nothing was said about her.
If she met a grave fate, then not only will I be in hot waters with my old friend, but worst of all I'd lose my third harem candidate! This could possibly ruin my chances with her as well, ruining my desire for a harem
There's always hinata but I want to at least have my options
Unfortunately, I can't just go up and ask Kaijuno during Walpurgis since we never met prior let alone know anything about eachother. Maybe I should send someone to Tempest with an excuse to investigate a newly formed demon lord nation. Seriously, if you trusted me with more specific information, this wouldn't have gotten so disastrous as it became
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Further in the West, there is nothing but desert beyond what the eye can see. The habitants of these lands were the mighty giants and one strongest of them all simply stood staring into the horizon with excitement
Dagruel: After 300 years, you're finally released from your seal Veldora. How long has it been since our last confrontation? I doubt it wouldn't too long from now for our next rematch. But unlike you, I haven't been sitting on my ass for the previous 300 years. What ever you have in store, I'll be ready!
Although I guess I should prioritize the upcoming matter of Walpurgis. I heard we have a newbie. A new demon lord isn't something that happens so often, I'm sure this one will be interesting. Hey Dino! Got any thought about the upcoming Walpurgis?
There was no response, for the sleeping ruler was too busy napping to bother
Dagruel:...I swear, I'm this close to kicking out this bum
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Back over east, in the high mountains is where a meeting is taking place between two demon lords while both are enjoying some tea
Carrion: So how was it in Jistav?
Frey: As good as you can expect it. Too many close calls from milim. I had to get her to keep a dried up pepper just to keep her face still
Carrion: Sounds about right from her
Frey: How has your recovering have been?
Carrion: It's been going alright, although I keep getting harassed by your subordinates though
Frey: For us harpies, males are quite the rarity. So it's natural for them to be curious
As she said this, Claire who is one Frey's twin child stepped in with a tray full of tea and treats
Claire: I've brought tea Frey-Sama
Frey: Just place them on that table
Claire: Also. Nemu has returned from Tempest and wishes to report
Frey: Let her in
Claire: Hai
Carrion: Aren't they're supposed to be your kids?
Frey: Yes but being in harpy royalty doesn't mean there is a familial bond. I'd rather make it clear to them
Carrion: Sounds kind of depressing
Frey: If you think this is bad, then you should've seen the type of parent my mother was like. I'm simply making sure they know their place below me
Nemu: I'm back from Tempest, Mom
Frey: I'm glad to see you returned safely Nemu
Nemu: Thank you Mo- !? y-you are-
Frey: Yes Nemu, this is demon lord Carrion
Nemu: But what is Carrion-Sama doing here? Didn't Milim attack you?
Frey: I can let you in on it later. First tell what you information you've gathered for your scouting mission
Nemu: !!
Frey: Well I thought as much. Just tell me everything
Nemu: Well Tempest is such a great place to be in. Their food is super tasty, their bathhouse washes away my fatigue, best of all their fabric is soft and comfortable, I can sleep in it forever
Frey: hmm, maybe I should bring their craftsmen over here then
Carrion: Like kidnap them?
Frey: Of course not! I can negotiate like any other leader
Nemu: You would have to get in talks with Rimuru-Sama but a lot of the craftsmen are subordinates of Kaijuno-Sama so he'll likely have the final say
Frey: The newest demon lord?
Carrion: That guy! I knew both of he and Rimuru possessed tremendous power but I'm glad to see the beastly one of the two ended up becoming the demon lord
Frey: Of course you would say that. Nemu, would you say Kaijuno would make a formidable demon lord
Nemu: Yes, while he looks like the most comfiest pillow to fall sleep on, he's scary. His power truly is unfathomable. I can see him becoming a very mean demon lord
Carrion: You were able to see all of that?
Frey: of course she can, since the one thing that Nemu can be relied on is sensing danger. And if that's what she's seen, then this Kaijuno truly must be a formidable being
Frey: (This would definitely set back my subordination of the tengus if they'll be under the jurisdiction of Kaijuno)
Nemu: Oh! Carrion-Sama, I also met a servant of yours, Phos along with Milim's servent, Stella. Being with them keeps me so busy and yet its always so much fun
Carrion: Thanks for taking care of Phos
Nemu: It's more like she's taking care of us like a leader
Carrion: hmph seems like sending her to tempest was the right choice
Frey: You used to only care so much about sleep, and yet you've found people who encouraged you to get out your comfort zone. I'm glad to see you made friends Nemu
Nemu: ...
Frey: I'd never think different species from different countries could get along with each other
Carrion: I wouldn't say it's that farfetched. There's loads of interesting folks from tempest that I've grown fond of
Frey: I didn't expect to hear that from you. We both know demon lords only act cordial towards one another but are only after their own gain in the end
Carrion: Yeah but some friendships can be made regardless of positions
Frey: Be realistic
Carrion: okay, then you tell me. Why did you saved me?
Nemu:( mom saved him?)
Frey: To...trick clayman
Carrion: No, it would've been more benefitable to let Milim kill me and yet you went out of your way to prevent my death
Frey: Fine! I guess I don't completely dislike you. I just felt like not letting you head to your death is all
Carrion: Ha! I don't dislike you either
Nemu:... Frey-Sama and Carrion-Sama are in love with each other
Hearing the sudden intimate idea, both demon lords began to fluster
Frey: Nemu! W-what are you talking about!?
Carrion: Hold on! It's not like that
Nemu: When you two get married, can I call Carrion-Sama, Papa?
Only given a blank stare from her chicken queen mother, Nemu knew she couldn't let herself stay there any longer
Nemu: Frey-Sama is angry
Without hesitation, Nemu ran off, much to her mother's frustration and sister's unease
Frey: Get Back Here!
Carrion: So no familiar bond huh?
Frey: Well Nemu has always been a bit of an oddball is all. You're thinking too much into it
Lucia: Seems Nemu ended up pissing off mom
Claire: yup
Nemu: Lucia! Clair! we might get a new sister soon
Claire/Lucia: WHAT!?