Wow!

　The one who is hugging the Demon King's waist and crying is [Demon of Love] Sitri-san.

''I'm sorry, Lou!　Citry, I've lost........

　Lucy stroked Sitry-san's head as if she were a cat.

Good. And you've dropped one person. And it's a [brave man]. Rather well done.

　The figure of a girl being comforted by a young girl is quite rare, but strangely enough, it didn't feel strange.

''Ugh..........That girl called Fenix is definitely strange. Isn't it strange that such a handsome, tall, top-ranked spirit owner, fourth in the world, a person who never forgets to respect demons?　If God said, 'I'm going to make the strongest magical body (avatar),' and it's her that's created, I'd believe it, Sitly.

　I don't feel bad about my best friend being praised.
　It's not like Fenix was the strongest from the beginning either, but looking at his current form, it's no wonder he's thinking that.
　In the end, that guy left Citry-san with a single blow and captured the fifth layer.
　Due to the lack of usable pictures, he will probably try to play the next six layers in a single broadcast.
　And he booked the sixth layer right after the attack.

"Yes, Leme-san. Go ahead, ahhh.

　A sweet voice from the side.
　Mila had cut up a whole roasted bird and stuck it in her fork and held it out to my mouth.
　She held the fork in her right hand, her left hand like a plate.

　He tilts his head at a perfect angle and moves his lips in a cute, "Ahhhh.

'Jeez, I can eat myself.'

''You're right it's just annoying to have someone like me do this to you, I'm sorry I won't do it again, please. Please forgive me.

　Mira-san is depressed and I instantly change my opinion.

'I'll eat it,'

I'm glad.

　Mila returned to her smile in an instant.
　There's a trap you have to jump into even if you know it's there....
　As long as you can endure the embarrassment that makes your face blush, it's nothing.
　Even the tension of not being able to taste the delicious meat was nothing to worry about.
　Well, this is the Demon King's Army's favorite restaurant.
　The building is a two-story building with a central atrium, and a fountain is built in the center of the first floor, where water-loving sub-humans relax inside.
　There was a corner of the ceiling with ivy and a rocky surface peeking out, and a sub-beast kept by a demon - an animal that was once called a demon beast.
　Today is my welcome party, so the restaurant was reserved for the Demon King's Army.
　Inside the store there were 【Vampires】, 【Werewolves】, 【Dream Demons】, 【Men】, 【Merman】, 【Mermaid】, 【Dragon Man】, 【Giant】, 【Dark Elf】, 【Skeleton】, and many others, even those whose species I didn't know.
　It's nice to be welcomed, and I'm grateful for this kind of opportunity. I can get everyone to remember me faster than I can go around steadily greeting people.
　After I finished introducing myself, I proceeded upstairs.
　In that corner, I found Lucy, aka the Demon King, the Four Heavenly Kings, Mira-san, Agares-san, Sitri-san, and
There's a black knight whose name I haven't heard yet, which brings me to the present.
　Mira-san is to my right, Kash is to my left, and several other floor bosses are drinking and eating nearby.

''Step away, [Dream Demon]. The Demon King is about to eat his pudding, don't interrupt him.

Sitly will feed you that. Shut up, Mr. Agares.

"...in every world there are subordinates who make mistakes at work and hug their bosses. It's inappropriate.

'I'm here, too. Lou, I've heard that Sitrie and Lou's relationship is inappropriate. I'm kind of nervous.

Hm?　No, not really.

Haha, I guess it's too soon for you, Lou.

　Citry still seemed to have defeat on his tail, but he managed to make a smile.

''【Dream Demon].......you.

'Don't be that 'sham'. It hurts?　Lou-chan, Mr. Agares is going to tease you.

　Mr. Sitley entangles himself with Lucy while making a catty noise.

'Oh goodness. Agares, don't torture me so much. As I've said before, you should at least call your friends by their names.

Yeah, that's right. That's right. And if you're going to scold Sitri, you should look at that. We've got Mila, the secretary, and a girl with an inappropriate attitude right after you take the job.

　That would be me, no doubt.

　Kash, like a squirrel, had been chewing on his food like a squirrel just a few minutes ago, looking happy and thinking of his family, saying that he wanted to feed them all, too.

　But when she realized what Mira-san was doing, she had a glint of determination in her eyes and offered me a slice of hamburger steak, which seemed to be her favorite thing to eat.
　Speaking of childhood, I would have liked to eat all my favorite foods by myself, but it seems that Kash is a child who can share his favorite foods with others. I heard he has younger siblings, so that might have something to do with it.
　I didn't want to waste that kindness. I said my thanks and then said it.
　I said it, but then Mr. Sitley pointed at us and said, "Will you stop talking to me, please?

"Do not talk to me, it's not a good time.

She's not the only one with a different character, is she?　You've been friends with Citry longer than you've been with him, so be nice to him.

'Isn't that sweet?　Because, look, we're talking.

Isn't that a broken standard for being nice?

It's because I care so much about you that I'm open to conversation when I'm with you, Leme, Citry.

Oh, yeah?

　Mr. Sitri shudders at the word "important".

Yes, I love you, so please be a good boy.

Yes. Okay?

That's impressive.

　Mr. Sitley smiled happily.

'Lou, Sitley, you're great,'

Well that's great.

　Lucy-san guessed everything, but did not water down Sitley-san's joy.
　'Come to think of it, Mr. Sitley calls himself by his dungeon name,' she said.

''What's a demon who gives people the illusion of love when he's tricked into a fake favor?

What?　Why are you being so annoying, Mr. Agares?　I can make a MILF fall in love with you, you know?

'Huh, silly..... How many times do I have to tell you that I want to protect the purity of the young, not make them objects of s*xual desire?

　The Four Heavenly Kings are kind of close.

　I spoke with Mr. Agares a while ago. Mr. Agares, who seemed to have heard about Kash from somewhere, silently asked me to shake his hand, and when I complied, he misunderstood me and said, "I didn't expect you to be my compatriot, Mr. Chief of Staff," and signed a contract with me.

　I corrected him, but I couldn't say anything as he gave me the first smile I'd ever seen, "It's fine... you don't have to hide it," he said.

　Unless you start asking Kash to curse at you or step on you or something, but Lucy-san is the only one who has it on the Four Heavenly Kings, she'll have a good sense of that.
　So I decided to leave it alone.
　The rest of the time, I saw the person in Black Knight-san's armor, I learned that his dungeon name was Fulkus, and he was staring at the food in front of me, so I handed it to him and he instantly ate it up, and then he told me "one helper, one meal" and I signed up for that condition.
　I decided to leave early so that I could take Kash home as he was dozing off after dinner.
　I wondered if it would be frowned upon for me to leave, as I'm the star of the show, but everyone was kind enough to send me off warmly.
　There were many people who didn't care if I was out because they could drink, but it didn't hurt to warm their hearts.

"Hey, Leme,

　Mr. Citry.
　His eyes are a little swollen.

What is it?

　I piggybacked a sleepy Kash and was just about to leave the store.

"Are you going to be able to beat her?

　It would be the Fenix.

'With your help,'

"...Hmmm. But that's okay?　You're childhood friends, I'm sure. We were aiming for first place together before, so how can I interfere with my best friend reaching first place?

　It was a natural question.

'What did that guy say about what Mr. Sitley did to win?

You're going to like it or something.

That's just the way he is. It doesn't matter if he's friend or foe. It doesn't matter if he's friend or foe, he's the kind of guy who respects people who are doing their best to achieve their goals. It would be an insult to him if he tried to manipulate you because you're his best friend, or if he didn't want to fight you even though you're his enemy.

Well.....

　Curious, Citry looked up at me.

'We'll talk next time, Leme. If you're satisfied then, I'll sign you up. That's not true. Sitri says we'll sign a contract.

　Mr. Citry didn't wait for a reply and went back to Lucy-san's place.
　As I was leaving, I suddenly turned my head to look at Mira-san, who was also looking at me.
　She smiles at me and moves her lips bewitchingly.
　I'll see you tomorrow, right?
　I'm going to have to take a day off tomorrow. I have a day off too.
　That's right, it's the day of the outing I promised you before.
　I nod and leave the shop.
　I walked around the city at night.

"Reme-chan....

　Kash's voice melts into my ears as he melts into sleep.

'Yeah,'

I... I want to be... a monster...

　The cush on my back is warm. Kids have a high body temperature.

Do they?

I just got it.　

Yeah,

　Kash is eight years old now. He's 10 years old to know [job title].
　It's not for me to say that it's too early to decide on the future.
　What can I advise from a man who was crazy about 【Brave man】 when he could remember, and didn't give up even after he became a 【Black Mage】?

''So.........I have a favor to ask of you, Reme-san.

Me?　If you're willing to continue as my secretary, you're more than welcome to do so.

　Of course, if you have a dream and you want to follow it, I'll support you.

Your fingernail. I'm going to be a part of that........ Right?

Yeah. Lucy gave it to me. I need the magic, but even if you're far away, I can come to your aid in a heartbeat.

　Kash rubbed his forehead against the nape of my neck.

I'm still a child. I can't be a parent.

No, I don't think so. I'm very grateful.

　Kash has already been accepted and adored by the people of the Demon King's Castle. As I helped them with my work, they all seemed to be struck by her cheerfulness.

''Yubiwa, Nanaju ni, right?''

Yes. It's a ring that will help seventy-two people.

I'm going to ask you to do something for me.

　Again, Kash said.

'Will you let me hear it?'

　I think it was quite a while before I answered.

'Until I grow up ... to be able to save Leme-san ...'

Yes.

I'd like you to stop the pact in its tracks.

　As opposed to wanting you to be the first demon, like Mila, he wants you to be the first demon.
　He wants her to keep the last slot because one day they will grow up and be able to fight together.
　Kash seems to think that's a very big selfish thing to do.
　His body was trembling from anxiety.

''No........?''

　So I dare to answer lightly.

'Oh, that would be nice.'

.....

I have one more thing to look forward to in my life.

What, Leme?　Well, you know, um,

I'm guessing you booked your last contract with Kash.

''--~~~. I-It's okay?

Of course.

　Squeezing, she hugs my neck.
　It's not painful.

I'll do my best.

　She blurted out.

Yes.

I'm going to ... make ... a contract with Leme san.

Yes.

　I continued walking towards her house. I dropped her off on the way home from her first day of work, so I knew where she was.



　I kept moving my legs as I listened to her sleep.