There were several cracks in the sky.

'What do you think, Judas?'
There's quite a bit of damage to the wards.

　After I defeated the King of Light and Judas and Felia and the others returned, I was investigating the demon wards with Judas.
　I was investigating the warding of the demon world with Judah.

　It seems that the magical attack launched by the king of light, which could change the terrain of the demon world, had damaged the warding as well.
　There were about seven true cracks that ran through the hollow, in this vicinity alone.

　Beyond them, a black darkness was fluttering.
　I'm not going to be able to get a good idea of what I'm talking about.

　I'm sure that in another two months, the brave men and women will break the warding and attack.
　But since the wards have become so fragile, there is a chance that this will be hastened.

''There's a particularly large crack in the space near where the King of Light's attack hit,''

　Judah explains.

'Because that attack doesn't just seem to do physical damage, it seems to do damage to space itself.
They left a hell of a lot of stuff behind.

　I sighed under the mask.

　Incidentally, this mask is a new one Stella made for me.
　The previous mask was broken when I suppressed the King of Light's self-destruction.

　The robe also fell apart, but I didn't have time to make a new one for this one, so it flew away as is for now.

''However, there's no point in panicking. The humans will still be attacking us anyway.
I guess it's all about being prepared.

　I'll put some extra emphasis on this area.
　Leave Regal in charge.

I don't want you to be on your own.

　Judas smiled.

''The Demon King and the Demon Army Chiefs have united to defeat the legendary Heavenly Weapon. Why don't we throw a victory party to celebrate?
A party...?

　In this battle, there were casualties from the attack of the King of Light.
　There is also the regret of not being able to protect them.

''I think it's tragic that there were casualties.

　Judas said, as if he could see right through me.

'Still, we have to move on, you know. In order for the subjects to be able to laugh again - or for the repose of their souls. It wouldn't be a bad idea to hold a banquet to mark the end.
A break.
And it's the king's duty to reward and encourage his subjects. Punishment is the basis of government.
I see...
'I've been living a simple life in seclusion for a long time, and I haven't had a lavish meal in a long time.

"Hmm.

　When I glanced at him with zit eyes through my mask, Judah just smiled without affirming or denying it.

''Well, you have a point........''

　I muttered with a bitter smile.



　The next night, we threw a victory banquet for defeating the Celestial High King.
　As usual, Stella took care of all the arrangements.
　Competent as ever.

　And so, from the Demon Army Chiefs and other senior levels to the castle's soldiers and civil servants, a grand feast began.

''Say, goooooood!

　Captain Lillim, the guard, poured me a drink.

'Thank you. Lilim also did a great job working with Stella and the others.
I was mainly in the background this time.
No, the backstage is an important part of the job. You helped me in many ways, from assisting in the command of the troops to directing the evacuation of the population to dealing with the wounded.

　Stella looks at her with a serious face.

'I'll thank you too,'

　And Stella poured a drink for Lilim.

'Ehehe, it's embarrassing! Oh, Stella-sama, kanpai.
Cheers.

　The two of them gulped down each other's drinks.

'Ah, Lady Stella, good drinking.
"It's nice to have a nice drink after a victory.
It's delicious.

　The congeniality of the girls was hilarious.

　I'm sure they all have their own thoughts about the battle.
　But it looks like they're having fun at a banquet.

　To move forward, huh?
　I remember Judah's words.

''Hmm, it's nice to see the Demon Lord in contemplation.

　Felia slipped closer to me, making a bewitching family tree.

It's a very good idea to have a drink as well. You can have a drink with me as well.

　This time she pours me a drink.
　Then she breathes into my ear as she blows on my ear.

Don't just let them stay with me. And if we're going to be in bed later, I want to be in the same room with you.
'Mmm, what's the natural temptation, Feria?'

　Stella turned to me.

"Don't be mad at me, okay? You're jealous.
Ditto, ditto, who's jealous?

　Stella protests with a red face.

''I knew it, Stella-sama, didn't you hug the Demon King.......oh, by the way, didn't you hug the Demon King after the battle?''

　Lilim smirks at him.

"What are you talking about?　It's just that.....

　Stella's face was bright red.
　Well, I guess that was a hug, or rather, she was trying to hide me from the other demons with my mask cracked and my true face exposed.

That's a first.

　Feria's eyes narrowed in amusement.

'But I don't think a proactive approach is a bad idea. The time for Stella to finally step out of her eternal virginity--
What's wrong with being a virgin?
'Miss, isn't our pre-marital daughter a little slutty?

　Irene, the maidservant, walked over and chuckled at Stella's side.
　She had been Stella's handmaiden before she became the Demon Army Chief, and the two of them were very close.

''Irene, call me the Demon Army Chief.
It's a party. The Demon King wouldn't blame you for this.
This is a matter of moderation.
You're so formal.

　Irene smiles.
　It's so funny when the female demon race gathers together.

''I'm going to go around to the others for a bit.

　I told them no and left.

　As the king, I'll just pat my subjects on the back.
　No, should I take my place and wait for my subjects to greet me?

　Well, the party in the demon world doesn't have a very formal atmosphere, and it's fine to let it flow.

''........Speaking of which, how are Judas and Regal doing?''

　I look around.
　I couldn't see Judas away or anything else, and Regal was sitting on the edge of the seat, drinking chilly.

　.........Can the undead drink?
　A simple question arises.

　I mean, that guy stepped up while I was away.
　I should thank him again.

　And as I was about to walk up to Regal, I was about to walk up to him.

''Kyah...?''

　I bumped into someone who ran out of the room.
　The one who fell in front of me was a small girl.

''Well, Demon Lord-sama, I'm sorry.''
No, I'm good. Are you okay?
Okay, I'm fine.

　His voice was woozy, as if he was nervous.

　It seemed to be a beastman-type demon race.
　Her golden hair, red eyes, and pointy fox ears suited her pretty face.
　The nine tails that stretched out from her waist bounced around and were cute too.

It's a good thing that you're able to get a good idea of what you're looking for. ....Awwww.

　The girl stands up while mumbling something.

''Is something wrong, Demon King-sama?''

　Stella came closer.

'Isn't that Olivier?'

　And I look at the foxgirl.

'You know?'
''Yes, this is Olivier Kiel. She's a member of the Beastman-type demon race, the Nine Tailed Fox.

　Stella answers my question.

''Oh, I'm sorry I didn't introduce myself, Demon King-sama. I was too busy fantasizing.

　She - Olivier is cowering.
　What, delusional?

Olivier Kiel. Please get acquainted.
This is Fried. Take care of him.
''The 'Nine Tailed Fox' is a clan that excels in both offensive and defensive magic, but she's especially good at defense and recovery. In the clan, she's known as a genius.

　Stella explained.
　'Come to think of it, that sounds familiar.

'I remember. I remember seeing it in the list of candidates to replace the Evil Priest (Priest).
''Yes, I've made a list of candidates. The Evil Priest (Priest) is responsible for overseeing the demon army whose main duty is to protect and heal. A good healer like her would be useful.

　And Stella.

I'm just saying that I have a few personality issues.

Oh, you're on the short list, Miss Stella.

　Olivier was looking at her with pouty eyes.

'I'm honoured - I've admired Lady Stella for a long time now.
Okay.
'I love your cool, beautiful face and your supple, stylish body. I adore it. My imagination gets better.
Yeah, right.

　Stella with a drawl.
　Her clever beauty looks a little stiff.

''Oh, by the way, I also admire the guard captain Lilim-sama and the Dream Demon Princess (Dead Charm) Feria-sama. I draw pictures of the three of them as a hobby... Oh, I'm especially proud of the picture of Stella-sama and Lilim-sama playing bewitchingly with each other without a trace.
Wait. What did you draw?
I'm a fan of Stella-sama and Lilim-sama, but the opposite isn't bad either. Oh, but I think Feria-sama and Stella-sama are intriguing as well. A bewitching beauty approaching an earnest, beautiful girl...the innocent girl who was once a bewitching beauty will soon begin to experience lustful pleasure.
Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait.

　Stella's face scrunched up even more.