--When Yuki is on a barroom rampage.


How do you like it, Haloria? You seem to think you're Yuki.

　On the throne, the king of the demon world, Finale, said to the subordinate standing before him: " Yes, I've been with you on the road to this point, and I have to say.

...... Well, having shared in the journey to this point, I can say that - for better or worse - I get the impression that he's a prickly man.

"Huh? What do you mean?

　The king of the demon world looked a little surprised at Haloria's unexpected assessment and urged her to continue.

I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm a bit proud of my power, as is the case with the demon king of the dungeon, and that I'm not so proud as I'd like to be, but I'm very sweet to my people. He also thinks quickly and has the brains to understand the king's words and intentions immediately, but he drinks drinks alcohol without trying to negotiate. These are some of the many contradictions in him.

"Haha, you sure are a girl, Yuki.

　The king of the demon world laughs at her well observed words.

Perhaps he's a little out of touch with what we value. Because you have such a unique sensibility, for better or worse, you're a bit prickly.

Yeah, I know exactly what you mean. You're probably right, maybe he has slightly different values than we do. It's kind of like ...... thinking in a different way than we do.

　With a twist of his head, the king of the demon world continued to speak.

It's not only the 'demon king' race that I know of, but also the demon race, and I feel that he is very out of touch with the species of demon that I know of ....... I'm not sure if you're from another world or not.

　The king of the demon world, who was supposed to not know that Yuki was an otherworlder, however, because of his otherness, almost saw the right answer .

. playfulness.

"Haha, yeah.

　And just as they were talking, sooty, and a shadow approaching the king of the demon world.

"--Lord Finale. Internal work is done. You can send someone to help you at any time.

"Oh, you're finally done. How's the preparation going? You've arranged for Yuki and the others to move safely, haven't you?

C, everything is going to be fine as instructed.

I don't want him to be my enemy, and I want to stay with him for as long as I can. I don't want to be his enemy, and I'd like to stay with him for as long as I can. You'll take care of that.

Yes, sir. --And one more thing to report.

What's up?

The demon king Yuki has come in contact with a human hero in a tavern. What should we do?

Oh, you're the hero who was reported to have entered the demon world before. Well, don't worry about that. He was probably aware of your presence on the watch, right?

　His men nodded at the king's question.

"He looked at me once from his hiding place, so I'm pretty sure that was the first thing he did.

Then he decided that it wouldn't matter if I found out about his contact with the heroes. Besides, this group of brave men and women are probably our enemies. I'm not saying that the enemy of my enemy is my friend, but if the enemy has more enemies, so much the better. Let's leave them to Yuki-kun.

"Ha, yes sir.

　The king of the demon world nodded his head in satisfaction to his subordinates, and then continued.

"Thanks for the report, so--let's call them tomorrow.


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Yuki. I'll have you participate in a fighting competition.

　The day after Leila made me sit on my haunches and quibble about the tavern, I was called back to the throne room.

　I was called back into the throne room, and the king of the demon world, who was sitting on the throne, smiled at me and said, "A fighting tournament?

"A fighting tournament?

Yes. The bragging rights of the magical world will soon gather in the arena here in Reggie Hegg for an all-or-nothing bragging match. It's going to take place over the course of a few days, but it's a pretty big event, so the whole city will be in full swing at that time.

"Wow, ...... sounds like fun.

　I wonder if they have a stall or something. I guess I could show En something interesting.

　...... but, well, it's a power contest.

　That's putting it mildly.

"So, the demon children seem to send a bunch of bragging rights players to this tournament to show their power authority and gain supporters. You have to beat them in the game and stand out as much as possible. --I mean, win the championship.

...... You make it sound so easy. It's not a bad idea to say this now, but I'm not really a combat specialist. I don't intend to lose that easily, and I'm going to crush all of you as soon as we get out there, but I can't promise that, can I?

　The only thing I can do is fight and kill.
　I'm basically a forceful fighter with weapons and magic.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make your life easier if you're a power fighter, but if you're a martial arts expert, you'll be out of luck.

　In that case, ...... it's true. You can either fly away and continue to unilaterally bomb them from the sky.

　If your opponent also has wings,...... well, we'll see.

That's okay. I checked all the contestants under the king's authority when I twisted you into a contestant, and the first thing I found was that there was no one better than you.

　Wow. ...... They are doing whatever they want.



But there are a few people that I need to watch out for, and I'll give you more information about them, their weapons and fighting styles later on.

Nice to meet you. ...... Oh, I see, so that's how you guys are going to attack me behind the scenes while I'm out there crushing their guys in the front, huh?

Huh, you know exactly what I mean. --Oh, and you do have a mask to cover your face, don't you? Then, yes, I'll give you this.

"What's this?

　Then the king of the demon world handed me a ring.

When you wear it, you can change the color of your eyes and hair at will. I'll give it to you, so keep it in mind after this is over.

　Ring of Change: Allows the user to change the color of the target's hair and eyes by pouring magic power into them. Quality: A+　

　Oh, I see, a prop for a disguise.
　It looks pretty good and unlikely to be detected.

Well, thank you.

　I'm going to be able to put it on the ring finger of my left hand, which is the ring finger of my left hand, where Rephi's ring is stuck, as well as the other fingers.

　It's a good idea to use ...... as a color because it's for disguise and it's better to have a figure that is different from your normal self, so a flashy color would be good.

　And then....

　You're going to be able to get the most out of it.

...... It's a funny thing.

　You will be able to find out what you are with the mirror prepared by the maid of the demon tribe who came up to you with a sooty voice.

　--Silver hair and silver eyes.

　My black hair and black and red odd eyes had changed to all silver.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find the right one for you.

I'm not going to be able to get it right. What?

　When I turned to the source of the laughter - Leila - she replied with a smile on her face.

"No, no, I thought it was the same color as Leffy-sama's.

　After being told this, I realized for the first time that I had unconsciously chosen silver, not red or gold, although I thought it was a flashy color.

It's just because I wanted to use a flashy color, that's how it happened naturally. It's not about Lephi or anything.

Yes, I know.

　Good ...... stop looking at me with such warm eyes.

　After clearing my throat with a cough, I took the magic out of the ring and returned it to its original color of hair and eyes, then turned to face the king of the demon world again.

"Well, okay. Well, I'll do what I can. And when's the fighting tournament?

Five days later. I'll give you the use of the barracks, since you'll want to practice something or something.

　...... practice.

　I've never trained in martial arts, so I don't really have much to do with practice. ...... I can develop some flashy magic for the festivities of a fighting tournament.

　It's a good idea.

　It's a good idea to have ...... combine several spells to make a single move.
　That's what it looks like. A poke'n'roll contest where the contestants compete.

　Mm-hmm....now I'm looking forward to a fighting competition, apart from helping the king.

　Let's show off the demon king's power.