When the "Awakening and Evolution Material Radar" was taken out from the storage spell, the magic wave setting of the target to be identified was initialized.
　Then, the values estimated by the algorithm are newly set as the target for identification.

The "awakening and evolution material radar" was named so because its purpose was to detect demons that could be used as awakening and evolution materials when it was first created. ...... In fact, depending on the settings of the characteristics of the magic power to identify, you can freely set the target demons to be detected. .
　I just changed the radar settings so that it will only detect demons that match the genetic information of the demon that the algorithm produced.

　The important thing is whether ...... actually detects demons or not.
　The genetic information given by the algorithm is only a theoretical value, so there is a great risk that such demons do not exist.
　While my heart is racing, I turn on the radar.
　After a while, the ...... radar showed only a single point indicating the coordinates of the demon's location.

Yes, it exists .......

　In the midst of mixed emotions of happiness and excitement, these words came out of my mouth.

What do you mean it exists?

I'm not sure what to make of that. I'm not sure if you've heard of it or not.

"Is that true?

I'm not sure.

　In the event that you have any questions concerning where and how to use the internet, you can call us at the web site.
　The location is ...... almost on the far side of the planet.
　But, well, it's kind of lucky that only one of them was found while there were still survivors.
　It's an opportunity we can't afford to miss.
　After watching today's work of the people and dismissing them, we'll leave immediately.

　I'll be back soon.

　After the planting work by the people was finished and I had said my goodbyes, I started my journey with the Myotidium.
　After leaving Retorga, I continued to travel by sea for a while, but two days later, around noon, another continent finally came into view.
　This continent seemed to have the same appearance as the self-determination island.
　Perhaps this is the Senryo Continent, or in this world's parlance, the Continent of Self-Determination.
　After another four hours of progress, we came to a point where our current location indicated by the radar overlapped with the coordinates of the demon we were trying to detect.
　However, since the current radar detection range is the entire planet, this is still only a rough approximation.
　From here on, we should slow down the speed of the myotrope and reduce the radar's detection range to find out its exact location.

　After locating the demon, we arrived right in front of the cave.
　Right in front of the cave, a moth-like creature about three meters long is barbecuing.
　This moth-like creature was a new kind of creature that I had never seen before, including in my previous life.
　I tried to use detection magic, but there were no other demons around, and I'm pretty sure that ...... this is the demon that has the theoretical maximum effect of awakening evolution.
　As we walked away from the cloud, the moth-shaped demon noticed us and called out to us.

You guys don't look familiar.

　I'm sure it's intelligent enough to have telepathic communication with us before we've even signed a contract.

They don't seem to have any harmful intentions. ...... Are they hungry people who were attracted by this smell?

　When I was thinking about this, the moth-shaped demon continued to ask me that question.
　Before I could open my mouth, Belzebub answered the question.

I'm not hungry, but I'm getting hungry from the effects of another stomach!

"Another stomach ......?　That's funny. It's like you're not a wild monster. Would you like some?

"I'll have some!

　And just like that, Belzebub suddenly decided to join the barbecue.
　...... Hey. Have you forgotten your original purpose?
　It's a good idea to get to know each other first when taming a demon.
　And "sharing a meal" is a very effective way to deepen friendship.
　Belzebub may have just had his appetite whetted, but in the end, I think he did a pretty good job.
　On second thought, I decided to join the barbecue.

"Does that look appetizing to you, Caucasus?

"Yes, it does. I just got some beast chips and I'm getting hungry looking at them.

　But I'm not sure if that meat is edible for humans, so only Belzebub and the Caucasus will actually eat it.

I'm sorry, but if you don't mind, I could use two more servings of meat.

　I asked the moth demon, and sat down on a stone near the barbecue stove (probably made by the moth demon).

"Good!

　The moth demon said, and took out two blocks of meat from his storage spell.
　He placed the meat on the stove and began to cook it.

　I'll introduce myself while the ...... meat is cooking.

My name is Valerius. What's yours?

"Behemoth.

　When I said my name and asked what it was, the ...... moth-shaped demon gave me a reply that I couldn't believe my ears.
　A behemoth.
　In a previous life, it was the name of an extinct ancient hippopotamus. ...... Are you serious?

I don't think so. Think about it. It's got "Moss" in the name. Don't you think I deserve that name?

　Then the ...... behemoth sensed what I was thinking and asked me to agree.

Well, yes.

　I had no choice but to reply.
　It's hard to say that it's wrong to take a name if you have your own reasons.

I'm not sure what your hobby is, but I'm sure it's ...... barbecuing.

　I thought I'd just get on with it, and then I asked him that question.

It's hard to say. I love observing and experimenting with living things. It's no exaggeration to say that it's my purpose in life. In fact, this meat was taken from a demon that I created when I decided to make a ...... chimera for flavor!



　And the behemoth replied with glee.
　...... A biological experiment to create a chimera, "just for the taste of it"?
　I've seen a lot of highly intelligent demons in my life, but this is the first time I've seen one with an IQ this outrageous.
　Just as I was thinking.

I've seen a lot of demons, but this is the first time I've seen someone with such a high IQ. Valius, I'm seeing traces of some sort of unseen contractual magical connection. ...... What is it?

　The behemoth showed me more insight than I had ever expected.

I'm not sure if you're aware of this, but I do.

　How could it have known that in this instant?
　It's just as well that Behemoth makes a living out of observing creatures.

"Well, to be precise, only the Caucasus - this beetle demon - has a direct servant contract with me. The Caucasus and this Belzebub are partners, so that makes us all friends.

　I explained, my surprise still lingering.

I'm sure you've heard of it. I didn't know there was such a thing.

　In the event you're not sure what you're looking for, there are a number of things you can do.

I'm not sure what to say.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　...... That's right. I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one.
　I thought about it, and I said to myself.

In fact, ...... that's why we're here. Behemoth, I want you to be my follower.

　And Behemoth, without looking up, asked.

"...... Oh. What's in it for me?

"You'll have a good meal!

　Without a moment's pause, Belzebub answered the question briskly.

'Yes, Valerius. Let's put some of that seasoning on this steak.

"Seasoning?　Don't be ridiculous, only rock salt goes best with this meat.

　Belzebub suggested that I put umami seasoning on it. ...... Behemoth heard this and came up with his own theory.

I'm sure you've heard of it, but I'm not sure if you've heard of it." "Well, Behemoth says so, and ...... why don't you compare the two first, Belzebub?

　At any rate, I said, and handed the bottle of umami seasoning to Belzebub.
　I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.

"...... Yum!　That's the way I like it, right?

The pupils are not acting ....... If you say so, I'll try a bite too.

　I'm sure you're not the only one.

...... I retract my previous statement. This is something else.

　And Behemoth immediately fell in love with umami seasoning as if it were a painting.

"If I join Valius, I can eat steak with this every day.

That's certainly tempting. ......

　You're right, Belzebub.
　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　It's coming, and it's just one more push away.
　Let's take advantage of this momentum and offer him another advantage.

There were no humans on this continent, were there?　If you join us, you can observe me as much as you like. And ...... I don't know if Behemoth will find this beneficial, but if he does, I'll give him a special enhancement called 'sentient evolution'. What do you think?

　I'm not sure if Behemoth will find this beneficial, but if you join me, I'll give you a special enhancement called 'Awakened Evolution'.

I'm sure that ...... Caucasus and Belzebub have powers that are definitely beyond the limits of their species. Are they also undergoing awakened evolution?

"Yes.

"Hmm, I see. ......

　Again, Behemoth crossed his arms (or rather, the two near the head of his six legs) and began to think.
　Is there any other advantage I can offer?
　His head spins frantically, looking for something to give him one last push.
　But before I could think of anything else, Behemoth came to a conclusion.

I'm not really interested in fighting. I'm not really interested in fighting, but I'm interested in the physiological changes that awakened evolution can bring about. I'm not really interested in fighting, but I am interested in what physiological changes awakening evolution will bring about.

　Apparently, the advantages presented so far were enough.

Thank you.

　With that, I cast a follow-up spell on the behemoth.
　The contract, of course, was instantaneous.

But if I'm going to follow ...... you guys, that means I'll have to leave. Can I have a moment of your time?

"Sure. ...... What are you doing?

"I'm just going to rearrange my living quarters.

　With that, the behemoth walked into the cave.
　I followed him into the cave. ...... There was a mountain of research notes scattered about.

I need this one, this one, and this one. ...... Oh well, I can sort them later. I'll just store it all for now!

　The behemoth gave up on sorting and stored the entire contents of the cave.

All right, that's it!

　I don't know why, but people with a researcher's temperament tend to be bad at cleaning up.


　It's no different with demons.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you have.
　In the event that you've got a lot of time, you'll be able to take a look at this kind of a lot more.
　Let's give it a try.

"Yeah, let's do that. Just stand there for a minute.

　I said, and asked the behemoth to stand around the area where we had just barbecued.
　Around him, I laid out the six awakening materials.