"An army of a million demon kings is going to overrun the continent we live on ......?
　Johnny, who heard the story from me, raised his voice in surprise.

　I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.

Where are we going, Mako-sama?
What should we do now, Mako-sama?
　Anna and Momo are tugging on my clothes.

　But I didn't have a definite idea either.
　But when I heard that there was an army of a million demon kings, I knew that this was no time to relax, so I hurriedly left.
　I would like to rely on the Goddess of Fate (Ila), but her voice has yet to reach me.
　What should I do now? ......?　

I'm not sure what to do.
　I'm not sure what to do. 　

How do you know?
"There are only a few places where a large army of that size can gather. The ancient dragons rule this continent, but their dwellings are in the highlands. It's not suitable for a large army.
"I see.
　I'm sure you're right.

I'm sure you're right.　Makoto-dono.
No, no, no!　What are you talking about, Jonny?
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure I'm not the only one.

"Master. Go back to the Great Labyrinth and evacuate the city.
There's no place to take refuge, is there?　The city of the Great Labyrinth is the safest place to be.
"...... Ugh.
　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
　It is true that the city of the Great Labyrinth is a natural fortress.
　It's probably safer to stay where we are.

　Instead, the problem is us.
　We're wandering around with a party of only five on a continent where a million Demon Lords are gathered.
　If we're spotted, we'll be crushed in no time.

Mel, can you observe the place where the Demon Lord army is gathering from a distance?
I'm sure you can, but... ...... are you really going?
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　I'm not sure what to make of it.
　We headed to the place where the Demon King's army was gathering.



　What is it?



What is ...... that?
There's nothing you can do about it. ......
I'm not sure what to make of .................. this.
　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.
　This is a great way to make sure you are getting the most out of your investment.

The wide plains that are the territory of the King of Beasts.
　We climbed up to a small mountain where we could look down on it from a distance, and we saw the light. 　



　--As far as the eye could see, there was an army of demon lords.



　There was no comparison to the stampede of demons and the army of the King of Beasts that I had seen in the past.
　I realized that when people see things on a scale they don't understand, their brains don't accept reality.

　This is ......, what can I say, ...... hopeless.

This is ...... hopeless. I'm not sure what to say.
　Meru roared.
　I'm sure you're not the only one.

"Allied Forces?
　At a quick glance, you can see that there are various demons and monsters.

　This was also true of the Immortal King's army.
　What's "wrong" with that?
　I asked Mer what he meant by that.

"Originally, this continent was ruled by three demon kings: the Dragon King, the Beast King, and the Sea Demon King. Do you know them?
Of course I know.
　That won't change a thousand years from now.
　I've learned a lot about the Three Demon Lords who rule the Demon Continent.

But I see here the servants of the Giant King, the Mushroom King, the Fallen King, and the Demon King. It seems that the remnants of the Immortal King have also drifted this way.
That means .......
　I know what the Confederacy means.
　And it's a bad situation.

It's possible that all the Demon Lords scattered around the world have come together.
"Is the goal to avenge the Immortal King?
I don't know, ......, but I heard that the Demon Lords don't really cooperate with each other that much. They don't seem to get along that well.
　In response to Jonny's words, I gave him the information that I had been given by the Goddess of Fate (Ila).
　That's why I didn't think they would retaliate immediately after defeating the Immortal King. .......

Hi, let's retreat, Makoto-san. ......
Master, you'll be found. ......
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.

I'm not sure what to make of it. The castle of the Great Demon King. Let's get out of here.


　Even the usually fearless Ms. Johnny suggested we retreat.

"Come on, let's go. Let's go, Spirit Master.
　The white dragon is calling me.
　I'm not sure what to do. I don't know what to think.

　Whoever you think you are, you should leave.
　I know that.
　I know, but .......






"Do you wish to fight the army of a million demon kings?
　Yes.
　No.





(If only it weren't for this: ......)

　I looked sideways at the words flickering in the air.


　-- "RPG Player" Skill


　A skill that has advised me on many occasions at critical junctures in my adventures.
　It's asking me a question.
　Are you sure you want to leave like this?　He asks. 　


　That's when I felt the gazes of the four of them on me as I pondered.


(...... Koto!　(............Makoto Takatsuki!

　( Makoto Takatsuki!) A voice like a bell echoed in my head.

　Goddess of Destiny (Ila)?
　It seems that the tuning of the telekinesis has been completed.
　Thank goodness.

(......!　You ......!　You ............!
　Miss Ila?　
　I'm not sure what's wrong with my telekinesis.



(What are you thinking, going all the way to the Demon Lord's army on your own? ！！！！！！)



　I'm not sure what to make of this.

(......) "With a voice?
　I frowned.

"Master?　What's wrong?
　I'm sure you've heard of it.

"Master Ila's voice can now be heard.
"That's good to hear. Let's ask the Goddess to tell us where the Great Demon Lord is and leave immediately.
　Mr. Mer is rushing me.

"Let's do it, Mako.
"Yes, now that the enemy's main force is concentrated here. It's the perfect time to hit them over the head.
　Anna and Johnny seem to be of the same opinion.

　But I had something I needed to ask the Goddess of Fate first.

"Master Ila, I have a question for you.
　I dared to say what the question was.
　I dared to say the question so that the other four would understand.

I know. The location of the Great Demon Lord, I'll take care of it. I checked while I was adjusting the telekinesis, so I know exactly where the Great Demon's castle is!　It's north of here at .......
No, sir. My question isn't where the Great Demon King is.

(What?
「「「「 What? 」」」」
　The question isn't where the Great Demon King is," I continued, to the sound of five surprised voices.


I'm sure you've heard of it, but you're not the only one.


　At these words, the eyes of the four of us widened.

　My guess is that there's a good chance we'll find out.
　And isn't that the reason why the "RPG Player" skill displayed the option?

　It's such a big city. 　
　With the defeat of the Demon Lord Bifrost, the number of inhabitants is increasing.
　It would be hard to stay hidden if a million demon lord's troops were searching everywhere.

　And once they find you, there's no way you can survive.
　The opponent is the entire main force of the Demon Lord's army.
　We'll be crushed like ants.

(........................)
　There's no answer from the Goddess of Fate.
　I suppose that answers that.

"Makoto, what does the goddess say at ......?
　Johnny, who is most concerned about the city of the Great Labyrinth, asked me.

"Goddess of Fate, will the Demon King's army find the city of the Great Labyrinth?　Isn't it?　
　I asked again, as if to assure her.

"Stick to .............
　I'm not sure what to make of it.

"Oh no, ...... Makoto-sama.
"Makoto, let's go back and inform the people of the Great Labyrinth!
But where do we run to?　There's no place for that many people to hide.


"We of the Old Ones can help you, but not all of us.
"If you travel to the lower levels of the labyrinth...
"The environment below the lower levels is harsh. Some of the inhabitants may not even be able to live.
Oh, I see. ......
We don't have much time. We have to get back.
Yes, Master Makoto. Let's go back.
Sir Makoto!
Makoto-sama!
　I can hear them all.

　I remembered again the text from the picture book "The Legend of Abel the Brave".


　--A million demon kings attacked from the demon continent, and the Savior defeated them.


　I let out a small sigh.
　It seems that fate will converge.
　After all, it's either too late or too early.


Wait, Takatsuki Makoto. What are you thinking about ..................?
　The goddess of fate read my thoughts right away.
　That's right, Goddess.

Wait, wait, wait, wait, listen to me!　No, really, no.
　The voice of the Goddess of Fate echoed in my head.

　The Goddess of Fate's guidance must be right.
　If you want to be safe, you'd better abandon the city of the Great Labyrinth.
　But that's .......

(Hey, ...... Takatsuki Makoto. On second thought, ......)
　The voice of the Goddess of Fate (Ila) that seems to be begging me is painful.


　But please... will you lend me your strength?　


(........................) I'm an idiot. I'll be preaching for 24 hours when I'm done.
　Thank you very much.

　The Goddess has agreed.
　On one condition.

(............ idiot)

Guys, listen up.
　I called out to the four of you.




I'm not sure what to say.


"What?
　I couldn't believe my ears.
　What did you just say?




　--I'm not sure.




"Makoto-san. ......
"Anna-san?　What's wrong?
　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm going to say it.


I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but it's a good idea.　Aren't you afraid of ...... it?
　My legs are trembling.
　I'm scared.

　I'm not sure if it's because of the danger of the people who took care of me in the Great Labyrinth or the brave men of the earth.
　It's a suicide mission to challenge that huge army.

I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea.


"Yes, it's scary, but ......
"Then!
　Let's not do that!　I could not say, "Then!



It's hard for a brave man to choose his opponent.



　I'm not sure what to say.
　You can see no fear or trepidation in Makoto's face.


　--You can't choose your opponent, no matter how strong they are.


　It was the words of a fire brave.
　I wanted to be like him.
　I wanted to be like the fire brave.

　Why do you say the same thing, Makoto? ......?

　I'm not sure why my body stops shaking when I hear Makoto's voice. ......?


What is it, Ila? I'm sure you'll agree that it's a great idea.
　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

I'm sure you're not the only one.
"I'm a little angry with the Goddess of Fate.
"......?
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　I grabbed Makoto's hand tightly and tried to tell him something.
All I could say was, "I'll go with you to .......　
　That's all I could say.

"Let's do our best together.
　She gently grabbed my hand and squeezed it back.

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

　However, just by being around her, I was able to forget my fears for a little while.