The Impersonating Daimaou Wants to be Hated (WN): Chapter 36

 

Chapter 36: Defeat Event

"Heh. Not bad."

"Kara, kara. Kara, kara. Indeed. Indeed. The skill level is excellent for a group of humans."

 While Kasadora and Honea were praising the scene reflected in the crystal, I was watching the humans who were skillfully hunting the monsters in the crystal ball.

“Skills of this caliber in the Kingdom of Light are probably members of the Swordaina or Shield families. Considering that it has only been a short time since the declaration of war, it is most likely the Shield Family, which is good at espionage and the like."

"Heh, you mean, this elf for example?"

 Kasadora's eyes, which were always somewhat sleepy, shined like that of a child who has found a toy, and beyond them was a white-haired, white-eyed elf in a miko outfit.

"The [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses], yes, the ultimate weapon possessed by the Shield Family."

"Oh. Is this the elf who single-handedly defeated Okudo? I see, she's still young, but quite capable. I would like to meet her once."

"Wait a minute! I'm the one who spotted her first. It's very rare for an elf to be able to take on Okudo, right? I would like to capture her and make her my personal pet."

 Once there was a man from the giant tribe called Okudo among the four generals (though, there is another person is in his place now), and although his strength was only something that we could just lightly defend with one hand, it became quite a topic of conversation for a while that a young elf who had not yet reached 100 years old defeated Okudo, who was sufficiently powerful by ordinary standards, single-handedly.

 We had long heard stories of elves who had been blessed with immense powers from an early age, but after defeating Okudo, we too became seriously interested. It was in this context that today's encounter took place. I was half-convinced of what would happen next, but at first, I tried to speak exemplary words.

“You two must not forget your purpose. Even if the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses] is here, there should be no problem. Let's continue to lead them to the summit as planned and clash with that girl."

 Satanaria ordered us to eliminate Floria. If we could bring the situation to three against one, we would have a 50/50 chance of winning, but Floria is surrounded by many excellent soldiers, mainly human. If we fight without reducing their numbers, it will be very difficult to kill her, who has grown up to be called the King of Light.

 That would be the strategy this time, but in front of the two, I was already thinking about changing the plan.

"...Is it really so? I have my doubts. Isn't that the case with Kasadora-dono as well?"

 As I expected, Honea started to say something like that. Kasadora, with her arms crossed, agreed.

"You are absolutely right. There are a lot of people who are well-known only for their fame, but in reality, they are not very good at anything. Look at her. She just instructs her men what to do and doesn't move."

 It is true that the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses] remained motionless in the center of the formation, as if protecting the two women beside her, but there was no need for the leader of the group who was giving orders to step forward when she did not have to, and from a strategic standpoint, it was natural to preserve the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses] who was the strongest.

 Ignoring my flabbergasted gaze, Kasadora and Honea continued their farce.

"It's not like there's an infinite amount of food to give that child, so shouldn't we try taking it with our own hands? No, we should try it. Right, Honea."

"It's exactly as Kassadora-dono said. We should check their capabilities in person to make sure everything is in order."

 I let out a sigh at the two's bland reasons.

"...You two just want to have fun."

"N-no, that's not true. This is only an act of loyalty to fulfill the work given to me by the Demon King-sama. Ah, I want to work. I want to do a perfect job for Satanaria-chan."

"Yes, yes. I just want to get this elf hehe. I'm just trying to do my best in the biggest work of my life, which is playing. Please don't misunderstand me about that."

“Kasadora-dono. That is too honest. At the very least, say an appropriate excuse that Urnast-dono will like."

"Ha? Why do I have to be so concerned about that? It's generally the opposite, I play because I want to play. What's wrong with that?"

"Hmm? When you put it that way...... it is certainly true. There is nothing wrong with playing."

"Of course! It's not our fault. Come on, let's go together."

"I see. It's not our fault!"

"Yes. Yes. It's not our fault."

"I see. I see. It's not our fault."

"Kyahaha!"

"Kara, kara. Kara, kara."

 The two of them get excited on their own... it's always been that way, so it doesn't matter. What is important here is what I want to do. And I didn't need to think about that.

"... Well, that's fine. Chaos is what our Lord presides over. Then it would be laughable if the apostle could only act according to a timetable written on a piece of paper."

 Yes, to be honest, I don't care about the plan from the bottom of my heart. Although we serve Satanaria as a way to pass the time while the Daimaou-sama is sealed, our Lord is the Daimaou-sama, and everything else is just an extension of our entertainment, not to say that we have no interest in it.

 And even for our Lord, the Daimaou-sama, I am sure he will revive himself if he wants to come out without us doing anything. So this is just a joke. And that's all right. After all, there is nothing more than a game in this world. So let's play. Until the day the Daimaou-sama destroys it. Let's play with the foolish weak, and be played with by the horrifyingly strong.

"Well said. That's Urnast."

"As expected of the woman I know and love."

 Those who, like me, were enchanted by chaos, smiled a smile that had long since lost its sanity. So I gave them the very same kind of smile.

"Then let's play with these humans right away, shall we? We'll see what happens after that."

""Yay!""

...

"Is this the last of them?"

 I cut down the monster that was rushing toward me with my flaming sword and looked around. The monsters similar to monkeys that attacked from the left and right were destroyed by the elite "Kuroko" unit of the Shield Family. Nanami, Mina, and Laura were also safe. I was relieved to see the results of the battle is good. One of the "Kuroko" approached me. (TN: Dressed in black)

"Elana-sama. Are you hurt?"

“Sheila?”

 Like Aina-san, she is an elf spellcaster. She is almost the same age as me, but she is so talented that Aina-san is thinking of making Sheila her right-hand man in the future.

"I'm fine. More importantly, be wary of your surroundings."

"Ha!"

 The team that went in advance consisted of the most skilled Kuroko. Even if the opponent was a dragon, it would have been possible for them to escape and return back. If they were annihilated, it must have been a very old dragon, or there must have been a more troublesome being than a powerful monster.

 And since the Demon King's Army was involved, the latter was the most likely (both would be the worst).

“…As expected it's still dangerous to continue like this.”

 Because Aquim forcefully brought Nanami along, ignoring all our words, the routes we could take were quite limited. I thought it would be okay as long as Aina-san was with us, but I'm getting a bad premonition since a while ago. Should we bring Nanami back to the town?　

 Just when I was about to discuss this with Aina-san.

"Heh. I thought that the leader of the group was the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses]. Who are you?"

"Wha?"

 As soon as I heard that voice, my whole body cowered like a small animal frightened by the howling of a ferocious beast from afar.

 And suddenly the world changes. No, it was just an illusion. Due to too much mana, it was as if day had turned into night.

"Hmmm. I only had my eye on the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses], but looking closely, there are a few that look pretty tasty."

 A voice that makes no attempt to hide its sadistic mind. Her purple eyes, looking down at us from the air, have a bewitching glow that seems to suck us in, and her twin-tailed hair is as beautiful and golden as the stars shining in the night sky. On her hands and feet, she wears gloves and long boots that are instantly recognizable as magic tools, but for some reason, she is wearing hot pants, and her bare white thighs are extremely sensual.

"Elana-sama. Step back... no, get out of this place as soon as possible."

 Sheila, who had drawn her dagger, stepped in front of me, but her body was shaking visibly. And it was the same with my body.

 The woman did not even take a glance at Sheila as she stepped forward, but simply stared at me intently. I felt something similar to the discomfort I felt when I was being held by Aquim, and I involuntarily got goosebumps.

 I wondered what she thought of me, but her eyes narrowed slightly and she licked her lips with her tongue.

"Hello, inferior humans. My name is Kasadora. Would it make sense if I say I'm one of the four generals?"

"...The slaughterer under the moonlight."

 She is one of the highest-ranking members of the Demon King's army and is said to be the strongest vampire. As a member of the Shield Family, I have heard so many rumors about her, but I had no idea she was such a monster.

 The vampire nodded in agreement with my reaction.

"As expected of me, I'm a celebrity. If so, do you know these two?"

"What?"

 At first, I didn't understand what the vampire was saying, but it was only for a moment. I was distracted by the vampire floating in the air, but there was something in front of me.

 A shiver ran through my body.

 How could I be so stupid!? No matter how distracted I was by the vampire, how could I not notice it until it got this close? If they were so intent on doing so, my head would have been long gone by now...

 Feeling a chill run down my spine, I finally realized how unprotected I had been, and hurriedly readied my sword.

"……What are you."

 I asked, and the bone, which from all appearances looked like nothing more than a skeleton, shook its entire body and laughed.

"Kara, kara. Kara, kara. You are a feisty young lady for not losing your will to fight even when touched by Kasadora-dono's mana. I am one of the four generals under the Demon King-sama's command, Honea. Our relationship may be short, but I would be happy if you would remember me."

"Similarly, one of the Demon King-sama's loyal subordinates, Urnast, one of the four generals."

 Next to the skeleton Honea, a maid, or demon, with horns similar to those of a bull, held the edge of her skirt and quietly bowed her head. I am aware that my will to fight has been greatly dampened when I hear the introductions of the two.

"I never expected three of the four generals to show up."

 As if to protect me, Aina-san, who had not left Mina and the others' side, stepped forward.

"Ooh, I've heard rumors about you, the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses]. You should be honored. From today on, I am your master."

"Ha. That brings tears of joy to my eyes. But what do you think? I don't think I can be kept by a demon who only sucks blood."

"Ahaha. I like your strong personality. Normally I don't like people who don't obey me immediately because they are troublesome, but with rare ones like you, even such troublesome things can be fun, which is why I like you."

 The vampire's eyes, which had been emitting a mysterious purple light, turned crimson. Just by looking at the glint in her eyes, I almost dropped my sword and the Kuroko, who would give up even their own lives for the sake of the mission, began to tremble.

 Aina-san would be the only one who could do something about this situation. But can we win? Even with Aina-san's power, who is the strongest in the Kingdom of Light and the most powerful force currently possessed by the Shield Family, I can't imagine we would be able to deal with the monsters in front of us. In fact, the four generals, including the vampire, showed no sign of alarm in front of Aina-san.

"……By the way."

 I guess she did not read my mind, but with such a preamble, a serious color appeared for the first time on the face of the vampire, who had a relaxed smile until now.

 What is going on? I put my whole body under a spell to be ready for anything. And then.

"Who are you?"

 The vampire's gaze was too sharp to be described as knife-like.

...

 I was inwardly breaking out in a cold sweat as I was being stared at by Kasadora. How did this happen? No, I expected Kasadora to be there. I had sensed the presence of a very large material near Maroana-san, and I thought it would be Kasadora, although I thought it would be interesting if it was not.

 So Kasadora is good. That's fine, but... why are you guys here? Urnast, and Honea.

 I didn't expect all three of them to be in the Demon King's army. I'm a little curious about how it all happened, but now is not the time to worry about that. I mean, you guys are my apostles, but what are you doing playing around here, leaving your master alone?

 No, their situation is not important right now. The problem is meeting these three. After all, these three are at the top of their respective races, and with combined forces, they would be able to kill Floria.

 What is this, a development like a definite defeat event in a game? I just got a rare character of about level 10, and just about to start training her, when suddenly a boss of level 99,999 appears.

 If it was just Kasadora, I could have just fought her off in cooperation with Aina-san, but if I had to deal with these three at the same time and won, at least my disciples would realize that Aquim-kun is the Daimaou...... Fumu. I'm at a loss. How should I move?

 As I remained silent, a person I had been looking at but not really paying attention to, opened her mouth.

"Kara, kara. Kara, kara. The mana he wears is that of an ordinary human being. However, his presence is tremendous. While on horseback, there are no gaps at all. There are only a handful of people, even among the higher demon clans, who have such a presence."

 Honea said. And besides, I…………almost burst out laughing.

 Honea you...... why are you still a skeleton!? N-not good. It's too unexpected. I can't stand it. It's too unnatural for me to laugh out here. But, ahahaha. My stomach, my stomach. Damn. How many hundreds of years do you think have passed since then? And yet, and yet, you're still a skeleton...... ku, kuku. Kuh... ha, hahaha!!.　

"......What's with that guy, isn't he laughing at you?"

 Kasadora, still in mid-air, sees through my perfect poker face.

"Hmm. Are you perhaps underestimating me as a skeleton?"

 And the skeleton... ku, kuku... Honea tilts her head, tilting her head... n-not good.

"I'll take that one, then."

"No. I'm really curious about him. I'll hand over the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses] to Kasadora-dono, so I'll take him."

"No. I want the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses], but I want that one too. Give me both."

"You're too selfish. Do you want to die?"

"Ha? Who's gonna kill who?"

 Oya? That's something nice about me while I endure an unprecedented mental attack. Those two are basically on the same page, but when they get like that, there's a one-in-five chance they'll kill each other for real.

"Then I'll take it from here."

 Urnast smiles smugly as she says this. Through the glasses that seal her evil eye, she gives Aquim-kun a kind look, but this is not right. The person to whom she smiles like that is basically pitied like a mouse being tormented by a cat, isn't it? Of the three, Urnast is the most dangerous, although she is the most rational.　

 But now that Aquim-kun is completely locked on by the three of them, what should I really do? I could reveal my true identity and let them help me play "Aquim-kun," but that would instantly make this game an easy mode. As it is...... why don't I go ahead and challenge those three to see if they can capture me?

 For the time being, I left Nanami-chan on the horse and dismounted, and gave the three of them my usual smile.

"Oi, oi. Calm down a little, you bitches in heat. You don't have to be in such a hurry to get me, I can make all of you squeal."

 I pull down my pants and show Aquim-kun's big penis to the troubled girls who seem to have been enjoying their free time without their master. I knew that the three of them would not take advantage of this opportunity because of their personalities, although they have a lot of gaps.

"Heh. It's so big. Looks like I can play with it in a lot of ways"

"Kara, kara. Kara, kara. I see, there's a lot more I needed to see."

 Having lived for a considerable number of years and seen all kinds of oddballs and freaks, they are naturally not surprised to see me expose my genitalia. The two of them are smiling at Aquim-kun as if they were looking at an adorable dog pet. So, let's catch the three of them off guard and give them a shot first. After that, we'll just have to make do on the spot, but the problem is――

 I took my eyes off Honea and Kasadora and looked at Urnast. She was staring at Aquim-kun, whose genitals were exposed, with a scary serious expression on her face. Then I tilted my head curiously.

"...What is it? I'm sure you're very curious. Or rather... you're really intrigued. What do you think? Would you like to become mine? If you do, I'll fuck you like crazy every day. I'll fuck you even if you go crazy. I'll fuck you even if you break. I'll fuck you and fuck you and fuck you. So, be mine."

 Urnast's golden eyes, which had changed their tone, sparkled brightly, and the seal cracked.

"A-are? Urnast-dono?"

"Wait, wait? What are you serious about, are you planning to kill everyone? You guys, get out of here quickly."

 Kasadora and Honea rush to face Urnast to protect the Shield Family members. This development seems to have baffled them, who have fought a hundred battles, and even Aina-san seems to be wondering how to act. Well, no matter what they do, they can't escape from these three.

 In the meantime, Kasadora lightly sliced her own palm with her fingernail. Blood then showed on her white skin. It moved by itself and formed a crimson sword. Honea let out sharp-pointed bones from her hands. The two of them pointed the sword made of blood and bone at Urnast.

"I will not let you kill the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses] and the man there."

"We will protect these people."

 What a farce you are showing us when you came to attack us. This goofiness. If I were to say one word as their master, I would say, good, do more of it.

 However, the battle-hardened Shield Family members didn't like it. With weapons in hand, the members took aim at Kasadora and Honea's backs, who were facing Urnast. However, Aina-san stopped them.

 Are you going to wait? Well, that would be the smartest thing to do. Just as I was thinking this, Aina-san released a spell from her body. The power of the spell was great, and it was one of the five most powerful curse I have ever seen.

 The power, which is no exaggeration to say that it is powerful and matchless, took a serpent-like or dragon-like form when it emerged from Aina-san's body. There were eight of them. The eight heads attacked Kasadora and Honea from their backs. In response, the two of themーー

"You still can't hold your temper. If your evil eye activates, all of these guys will die. Cool your head, don't you?"

“It’s just as Kasadora-dono said. It's not very mature."

 Ignored. Without worrying about the attack, they talk to Urnast casually. Naturally, Aina-san's attack hits directly as a result. Butーー

"What!?"

 Aina-san is blindingly surprised. The power of the eight heads was easily stopped by the mana that the two released from their bodies.

 A shudder spread through the Shield Family members. It was not surprising. After all, the power of the curse is so great. There was nothing that Aina-san had not been able to destroy before. It would be difficult not to be upset if the legend of her invincibility ended so easily.

"Kuh. D-don't underestimate me."

 Still, Aina-san is undeterred and tried to break through the wall of mana that the two were releasing. However, no matter how much curse she puts into it, the mana they release doesn't seem to budge at all.

 ……Yep. It was like this, wasn't it? She felt like she's being underestimated, and it makes her angry when she get kicked out when she drew out her power so much. So, I'm going to give some help to Aina-san.

"Eh?"

 Aina-san's eyes widen at the sudden change that has occurred to her. At the same time, the power that had been constantly attacking Kasadora and Honea suddenly increased its power thousands of times.

"Huh? Wai!?"

"What is? This is!?"

 Quickly sensing the sudden increase in Aina-san's power, the two quickly jumped back from the spot.

 Immediately after, the Eight-Headed power overtook the spot. The ground is greatly shaved, the surrounding trees wither and fall without being touched, Laura-san, hit by the power, falls down, and some of the House of Shield members fall to their knees (I'm protecting Nanami-chan though).

 Fufufufu. how is it? Curse is a power that leads back to me. I usually lend power only to those who chant the main language and pray to me, but this time, as a special exception, I took the liberty of powering up Aina-san.

"W-what? What is this? No, rather than that..."

 Aina-san, bewildered by the sudden increase in her own power, maneuvers her powered-up curse to quickly pursue Kasadora and Honea.

 And the twoーー

"What is this? What's going on?"

"This... is a surprise."

 The attack itself was dangerously avoided, but they can't seem to hide their agitation, and they are amusingly surprised at her. It's good, isn't it? You should regret underestimating Aina-san, a spellcaster, at that rate.

"Hey, what's with you? Why are you receiving the blessings of the Daimaou-sama?"

"When is it? The [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses] should not have lived for a hundred years yet. Considering the time of the seal, the calculation doesn't add up. When in the world did she come to the attention of the Daimaou-sama?"

 ……Ah, shit. Come to think of it, there's that thing. If I help them so blatantly, they will find out about my involvement, won't they? I looked over and saw Urnast, who had regained her composure, staring at Aina-san and Aquim-kun.

“Daimaou? What are you talking about? If it's your lord, our king has sealed him up."

 Aina-san's reaction, which seemed to have no idea what they were talking about, seemed to hit my apostles, who had been with me longer than my disciples, and they looked at each other while avoiding Aina-san's attack.

"Wait, this pattern."

"Kara, kara. Kara, kara. It's nostalgic. It seems that the Daimaou-sama has already started a new game."

"If that's the case, that thing could be one of his piece."

 The eyes of three people, including Urnast, gather on Aquim-kun. Oh? I think I can use this flow.

 I took out the holy sword from the space and pointed it at the three of them.

"Ha! What are you guys doing? Ignoring this knight of light-sama, you guys are noisy. I'll show you the power of my holy sword."

"Heh. You're a knight of light."

"In that case, it is possible that not only the [Eight-Headed Lord of Curses]-dono, but also that man is involved with the Daimaou-sama."

"Right. Let's be careful not to kill those two until we know what the Daimaou-sama's purpose is this time."

"No, we have no intention of killing them in the first place."

"That's right. That's right. Urnast-dono is a respectable lady, but she has a flaw that she can't control her emotions."

 Urnast, however, is not bothered by their complaints and fixes her glasses, which are not even out of alignment, with her finger.

"The two of them will be kept alive. Whoever took one first will take possession of it."

"Agree."

"No objection."

 The three of them finally agreed on a course of action, and so did I, the Daimaou.

"Alright, you idiots. Remember what I can do."

"Aquim. With the power of your holy sword......"

 Elana-san shouted as she pointed her sword at Urnast and the others. Well, it is true that it will be difficult to get through this situation with the power I showed her the other day, but in the first place, I don't want her to compare my Aquim-kun with those mediocre people.

"Shut up. Who said that my holy sword has only one power?"

"Eh?"

 Aquim-kun stating that he was different from the other knights caught the attention of everyone present, including Elana-san. In the midst of all this, I raised my holy sword to the sky.

"Carry the Light. Dimension Gate."

 Immediately after, the light emitted from the holy sword engulfed everything. Everyone in the area is forcibly transferred. I am hungry, so it is too hard for me to deal with those three people at the same time. Let's set the stage and enjoy them one by one. First of allーー