185 Chapter 11: Demon King Talk




 Episode 11: Meeting of the Demon King

 In a conference room in the castle, Lizabeth and the four demon kings were sitting around a table with Logosia, the Crown Prince, at the center.

 Ignis, who ruled the land of the East.
 Agus, who rules the Western Lands.
 Dennis, who rules the North Country.
 And Set, the ruler of the southern country.

 The imperial family and the four demon kings were in the lead, and they were deciding on policies on major matters.

''His Majesty the Demon Emperor is still the same ......?

 When Agus, one of the demon kings, turns to Logosia and asks him a question, Logosia shakes his head.

''Ah, Your Majesty hasn't seen any improvement even after casting a recovery spell. He's asleep now.''

 The supreme authority was the Demon Emperor, the father of Logosia and Lizabeth, but he had been ill for some time now and had gone into a coma. As a result, Logosia, the Crown Prince, was at the helm of the country instead.
 Even though he had cast a recovery spell, he hadn't improved at all and was in an unmanageable state of lull.
 Logosia was also gathering information, but there was still no solution in sight.

''More importantly, what we have gathered this time is--about the declaration of war against the human race. Thus, Riza is back, so this time we're going to go to ----.
You're not going to stop now, are you?

 Denis slammed the table and stood up.
 Originally, Denis was a belligerent, and he didn't like this environment where there was less conflict and was ruled peacefully by the Demon King. He originally became the Demon King by merit, but in fact, when he became the Demon King, he fought less and less.
 He promoted the hunting of demons and other activities, but he still loved to fight.

"I am against war. No matter what, I will not send out my troops.

 Set crossed his arms grimly, indicating his opposition.

'I am either. And there is nothing to be gained by attacking another continent.'
I agree with you. And so it is that His Highness Prince Lisabeth has returned. If the Crown Prince says he will attack, I will obey him. ......

 Ignis and Agus only declared their neutrality.
 Then Lizabeth, who had been listening in silence, opened her mouth.

''First of all, I apologize for causing trouble for everyone. I'm sorry. It's true that a lot of things happened in the city of the human race, but even as a mistress, I already have no hard feelings. If you plan to start a war because of this incident, please don't do it. If you do, well, you'll lose.

 However, Denis was angry at being told that he was 'defeated' even though he hadn't fought.
 He would not be able to forgive his pride for becoming the Demon King by force of arms.

''What do you think, Crown Prince? I hear that His Highness Lisabeth was captured by the human race and even her life was in danger. And yet you say that you will not retaliate against the human race!

...... about it, at first I wondered if retaliation was necessary too. However, this time, a human emissary has come with Riza. I'm thinking of talking to that person who protected Riza and not retaliating.

 Logosia, who was calm, answered nonchalantly with her arms crossed. But Denis didn't seem to be convinced, even if it was the Crown Prince's words.

''That's what that human race is saying, that if you fight a war with us, you'll win? So, too, Your Highness Lisabeth. Let me see that person's tribe. Then we'll decide on an answer.

 Logosia looked at Lizabeth once, and Lizabeth shook her head silently.

'...... All right. Let's get them to meet. Riza, could you go get Lord Cain for me?
All right. I'll get him.

 Lizabeth left her seat and left the conference room.
 The room where Lizabeth was gone was silent, with no one exchanging a word.
 But the silence was soon broken.

''Your Highness, depending on your people, I will turn to the pro-war side.

 Ignis, who had remained neutral until now, muttered that.

''Ignis-dono, why now?''
'It's possible that both His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and His Royal Highness the Rizabeth may have been deceived by his people. Of course, it's Lord Set who is doing the opposite.
Oh, do you think so, Lord Ignis? If that's the case, as long as we get rid of that human race ......!

 At the same time as Dennis's words, the inside of the conference room was filled with a killing atmosphere.
 It emanated from Set, and although he remained seated, his gaze pierced Denis sharply.

''--Denis-dono, what ...... now? Did you say you were going to take care of Lord Cain: ......?

 However, Denis is also one of the demon kings of the same rank as Set. Just because he was killed doesn't mean he would pull back.
 The two of them stared at each other, but Set's killing intent was diffused when there was a knock on the door.
 When Logosia gave permission to enter the room, the door was slowly opened and Cain, accompanied by Lizabeth, walked into the room.
 Cain also felt the killing air of Set earlier, and he felt that he was in an uncommon state.
 However, without showing his face, he sat down at the seat recommended by Lizabeth.

''First, let me introduce you. This time it is Lord Cain, who has come from the human race as a messenger.

 At Logosia's introduction, Cain stood up once and lightly bowed his head and began to greet her.

I am Cain von Silford Drintle from the Kingdom of Esfort, the land of the human race. In the kingdom, I have been given the title of Count of the Frontier. First of all, I would like to thank you for the invitation to join me here.

 Cain finished his greetings and took a seat, but the demon kings, except for Set, were taken aback.
 It's only natural that a child who claims to represent the human race but hasn't even reached adulthood appeared.
 He has some knowledge of the human race, and he is aware that he is a nobleman since he holds the position of a frontier count, but it is doubtful that such a child is a good representative.
 The three of them received the perception that their parents died prematurely and they must have inherited their parent's title at a young age.
 In reality, due to Cain's ability and the intentions of the country's upper echelons, including the king, Cain became a frontier count at a young age, but the three of them had no way of knowing his ability.

I'd like to resume our discussion on the war with the human race. I'm still divided between those who are for starting the war and those who are against it. I have not yet decided whether I am in favor of starting a war or not.

 At Logosia's words, Cain stood up from his seat.

''First of all, on behalf of the human race, I hereby apologize for my mistake in dealing with His Highness Lisabeth.

 It wasn't the Esfort Kingdom that enslaved Lizabeth, but Cain was the representative of the Esfort Kingdom, but he was also the representative of a human race nation. As long as he was speaking as a representative of the human race, Cain thought that an apology was necessary.
 Cain continued to speak.

'However, I believe that the demon race and the human race should not fight each other. If a war breaks out, both sides will die and the people will be burdened. I think His Highness would not want this to happen. In fact, His Highness Lizabeth does not want that either.
"Yes, she doesn't want a war either. It's just that she wants to be able to relax in Cain's castle. If there is a war, there will be no good food to eat.

 Lizabeth adds her own words to Cain's words. Set also shows his agreement by shaking his head so calmly that I wonder where the sharp face from earlier went.
 However, the demon kings are not so naive that they can be convinced with just those words.
 Even though it's power, they are still in charge of a country.

''That said, we still have our pride. You can't just say, "Oh, I see. There's no way we can just say "yes, I see.
Is that a statement that you think your country should be destroyed, ......?

 Set refutes Denis's words as Set covers them.
 The nobles of the country that Set rules have witnessed Cain's abilities and have unanimously decided to become the opposition.
 However, only Set and Lizabeth are aware of Cain's abilities here. It was not an easy pull for Dennis, an open warrior, either.

''Why did you say that our country will be destroyed! Lord Set, I will not settle for your country with a word.
That's because it's already been decided that you've lost when you've turned against Lord Cain .......

 Set replies, smiling his grin. However, as if he didn't like his attitude, Denis stood up vigorously.

''This, this humiliation is impossible. You think our country will lose? Then let's see what you can do if you are the representative of the human race! I have won the title of Demon King by virtue of my ability. I'll think about it, too, depending on how good you are.

 Cain, Set, and Lizabeth's mouths loosened at Denise's words, just as they had done.