Chapter 30 – The Most Powerful Demon King in History. Decides to Go to The Royal Capital.
I parted ways with Lumiel in front of the Knights’ Post.
Lumiel still has her duties.
And I bought some sweets. As I made a promise to Jorm before I left.
I went back to Lumiel’s mansion and ate sweets with Jorm.
When I awoke the next morning, Jorm said.
“Your Majesty, were you tired? You slept very soundly.”
“Perhaps, I’m getting used to my magic power, but…”
The morning training I do with Lumiel and Jorm is also helping me get accustomed to my magic power.
However, it seems like it will still take a while.
“I see, Your Majesty is strong, despite having only been born.”
“For now, let’s keep an eye on things and adjust to it slowly.”
When Jorm and I went to the dining room for breakfast, Lumiel was already there.
“Master, thank you for yesterday.”
“Don’t worry about it. And Lumiel, you can rely on me more.”
It would be pathetic to sortie alone if anything happens. And dangerous too.
“But…”
“You provide me with food, a place to sleep. And a bath.”
“But it’s also my way of thanking you for helping me in the first place. And you’re also teaching me about magic.”
“Well, anyway, if any monsters appear, please let me know.”
Then Jorm spoke up, without reading the air.
“Kyurururu ‘I am hungry! His Majesty as well!'”
Lumiel knows that Jorm is an ancient dragon.
Still, he seems to avoid speaking human language as much as possible in Lumiel’s presence.
“Jorm says he’s hungry.”
“Okay! It’ll be ready soon.”
As we ate breakfast together, Lumiel said.
“Master, I have a request…”
“What is it? Ask me anything.”
“His Majesty the King has summoned Master to the Royal Capital.”
“Understood, the Royal Capital. Let’s go.”
“…… Aren’t you going to ask what’s going on?”
Lumiel is somewhat anxious when she says that.
“I told you to rely on me more. You don’t have to hold back.”
“Still, you can make a decision after hearing the reasons…”
“Also, if we’re in the Royal Capital, it will be easier to get information on Phylfi.”
Apparently, it is easier to get information about demons than in this town.
“Master. First of all, please listen to the situation.”
“Understood.”
According to Lumiel, the Royal Court appreciates my effort in protecting the town from the Dragon Zombie.
That’s why the King wants to reward me himself.
“Wasn’t it you who defeated the Dragon Zombie?”
“No! If it wasn’t for you, Master, I don’t think I would have been able to defeat it! Even if I could have, the damage would have been significant.”
All I did in the Dragon Zombie battle was block its Flame Breath.
Certainly, if that flame breath had not been prevented, many homes would have been burned down.
“Anyway, isn’t this too soon? The dragon zombie was just defeated yesterday, right?”
“We have a magic tool for communication. Also, I have been reporting on the subjugation of the Orc Lords for some time now…”
Lumiel seems to be serious about reporting her subjugations.
She must have reported the incident with the magic tool she used to talk to the Prime Minister yesterday.
“Even so, wouldn’t there be various procedures involved in deciding on a reward?”
It usually takes a few days at the earliest.
“The King is very eager to meet you…”
“…… I see.”
For things to happen so quickly, there must be a reason for it.
Besides, I don’t think they would go out of their way to summon me, a human, to the Royal Palace to reward me.
Even though they are systematically equal, humans are openly treated with contempt.
“Was it the Prime Minister who called me to the capital?”
“…… This is just an order from the King, a Royal Decree. But… it is certain that His Excellency the Prime Minister strongly desires it.”
“I see.”
The Prime Minister’s orders were probably issued as a Royal Decree.
Lumiel earned the honor of “Dragon Slayer” by subjugating the Dragon Zombie.
The incompetent princess, a disgrace to the Royal Family. This achievement is sufficient enough to overturn such notoriety.
In the battle for succession to the throne, Lumiel must have taken a step ahead.
A powerful human, called Master by Lumiel, who guides her.
It would be natural for the Prime Minister to want me dead.
“Let’s go to the Royal Capital. I wanted to go anyway. However, there are conditions.”
“Conditions?”
“Unless Lumiel accompanies me, I won’t go to the Royal Capital.”
I would be troubled if I am summoned to the Royal Capital only for Lumiel to be harmed in the meantime.
“Okay, I’ll try to negotiate it, but I think they’ll allow it if that’s the extent of the request.”
“Then let’s go to the Royal Capital.”
“The Royal Capital. I am looking forward to it. The sweets look delicious, too.”
Jorm is wagging his tail in a good mood.
The Prime Minister is probably waiting with some cunning scheme.
However, I prefer to confront the cunning tactics of the enemy and crush them underfoot.
“I don’t need any rewards, but I’m looking forward to the Royal Capital a bit.”
“Thank you, it’s very helpful.”
At that time, Jorm talks to me using telepathy.
『However, Your Majesty, are you sure?』
『Sure of what?』
『Will the place not be crawling with villains lying in wait?』
『I suppose.』
I fully understand Jorm’s concern.
They must be waiting for us with traps set up.
『Your Majesty will be fine, but do you intend to conquer the Kingdom of Ortville as you defeat the Prime Minister?』
『That comes after defeating the Demon God.』
『I see. The Demon God feeds on the death of people, right?』
『That’s right. The order matters.』
Conquering a kingdom means a war. So blood will always flow.
That will only make the Demon God stronger.
『Right now, I want to know about Lumiel’s situation. Maybe I can be of help.』
The Orc Lord with a Dragon Zombie Trap, and the sudden appearance of an Orc Lord in town.
I think it is highly likely that they were prepared by the Prime Minister’s faction.
There are even rumors among the townspeople that the Prime Minister wants his grandson, the First Prince, to become King.
They must be making an overt move.
The quickest way for the First Prince to ascend to the throne is the death of Lumiel.
『The Prime Minister probably wants Lumiel gone. Jorm, you understand that too.』
『Yes, I know. Ah, I see! If Your Majesty goes to the Royal Palace, the Prime Minister will make a move!』
『Either way, I’m sure we’ll see some movement. I want to see that move.』
『Indeed, I am beginning to look forward to it as well.』
Jorm wagged his tail.
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