It never occurred to me that I hadn't even told my friends my real name. ......
I didn't know this was possible.
"Bullshit.

　I think everyone is nodding in the background at Iliad's tsukkomi.
　No, I'm not lying.
　The story of how names are related to each other is well known as mundane knowledge in the fantasy world.
　In fact, there are many works in which the characters do not use their real names.
　In those days, when I was in a different world and my fantasies were growing, I acted in a meaningless way, as if I were in a situation where terrorists attacked my school.
　I'm not sure what I was doing with the graffiti in the forest, really.

You knew from the start that the power of cajoling would not work, didn't you?　But you were giving me the opportunity to make you mine .......
It's not that I don't appreciate the implications of this,......, but to be honest, I was also looking out for the best interests of Tarz and the nation of Mejlis. So, when I first proposed the match, I was only conscious of my desire to keep things quiet. But now that I know you're serious, I've given it my all.
...... It's a wonder I couldn't get you, even with everything I had. I could have given up with a clean slate. ......
"People's emotions aren't 1s and 0s, they don't switch easily. I think it's great that you're talking so calmly.

　The Purple Demon King, who was supposed to be upset just now, is strangely calm.
　It's not that his eyes are fixed, it's just that he's feeling as if he's been possessed.

I'm not sure if you've ever heard of this, but I'm sure you've heard of it.

　The Purple Demon Lord leaned over the table and started laughing incessantly.
　Was it really that funny?
　No, it must have leaked out the moment the tension that had been building up until now slipped away.
　The Purple Demon King continues to laugh for a while and breathes on his shoulder.

"Hmmm, hmmm, I haven't laughed this much in my life in a long time. ......
I can't tell you how embarrassing it is to be laughed at that loudly.
"Oh my goodness, isn't it nice?　Isn't that a small price to pay for shattering my feelings?
If you're ready to give up, that's fine, too.
If you can give up, that's fine too, but a game is a game, and I'll give up on making you mine and I'll take you under my wing.　But I'm not going to give up winning your heart, am I?
That's enough. Thank you for being so graceful.
"Call me graceful, but the Purple is using the power of Entanglement after tonight's game has been decided, remember?

　In the meantime, the Golden Demon King has sprung up.
　Well, it's true that the Golden Demon King declared that he would be the observer of the game.
　It's not a good idea to do anything to me when the winner is decided.
　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

"Yes, you did?　So you want to punish me along with the other Demon Lords?　I've already decided to become his property. I've already decided to become his property, and messing with that means the gold is against him, right?
"Noooo, back to your usual sassiness, Purple. By the way, what are you going to do after this?

　After this, well, that's what.
　Even though the relationship with the Purple Demon Lord is good for now, he did it by escaping the scrutiny of Taze and Mejis.
　I can't just go back to my daily life.
　Now we have to deal with Marito and Pope Eupharo.
　Marito is not a problem, but Pope Eupharo, the head of the Yugra religion, is a problem.
　He is a representative of the people of this world, someone who sees the Demon Lord as an enemy and acts for the future of the people.
　The fact that the Purple Demon King is no longer an enemy does not mean that he will be satisfied.
　Of course, I can't just hand over the Purple Demon Lord to Mejis.

"I have an idea. "I have an idea. The Purple Demon Lord, first heal Duvraeus.

　They said it would take a long time to cure Duvraeus, but it didn't take long to wake him up.
　Duvraeus opened his eyes and quietly sat up, looking around.

"My Lord ......, what has become of me - no, what has become of my Lord?
The game is over. I've lost.
"I'm ...... sorry ...... I'm sorry.

　Duvraioli bowed deeply.
　His body is trembling slightly.
　You can guess what he's thinking, but it's best not to be tactful.

I don't mind, it doesn't seem like a bad situation, right?

　I'm not sure what to do.
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do my best.

I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do that. Whether you agree or not, just listen.
...... is fine.

　While being given first aid, Duvvleoli listens to me and gives me a stunned look.

"Are you serious?
"Are you unhappy?
No, I'm not. ...... What's in it for you?
It's true that humans are profit and loss creatures. It is true that human beings are profit and loss creatures, but what constitutes a loss or a gain depends on the individual.

　With that, he held out his hand to Duvraeus.
　Duvraeus' loyalty was different from the other great demons.
　He did not surrender to the Purple Demon Lord's power, nor did he take advantage of the power he was given.
　He was a demon who genuinely followed the Purple Demon Lord and devoted himself to him.
　Is Duvraeori an aberration among the great demons, or is this the right way to be, considering the system of demon lords and demons?
　It's not a safe way for her to live, to lose a valuable and true ally.

As you can see, I am powerless, and you are the only one who can protect the Purple Demon King.


Did you fulfill your ...... promise?
Yeah, about the piece. Of course I did.

　Hearing this, Duvraeus took his hand without hesitation.

I accept. Protecting my master's body and soul is my reason for being. It is my purpose in life.
"Yes, please.

　The Purple Demon Lord dismantles the structure made of lower level demons.
　The demons are once again dispersing out of the mainland of Taze.
　I could see the streets of Taze again, but the surroundings were still different.
　It's only natural if such a huge structure is built.
　The area was surrounded by knights, the Holy Knights of Medicine, and the clergy.
　At the head of the group was Yokus, who must have been badly injured the other day.
　On Taze's side, there was Sir Léanor.
　It was only natural that Sir Léanor would make a move, as he was the leader of the Order of Knights, commanding a large number of knights.
　As he walked up to him, he was surrounded by the Holy Knights.
　Sir Léanor is watching over us from a slightly lower position.

"Would you like to explain the situation?
The war with the Purple Demon Lord is over. I've won.

　Yokus turns his gaze to the Purple Demon Lord and Duvraeus behind him.

"Let's hear why you acted on your own without our supervision.
I'm not going to be able to do that.　I don't remember anyone telling me to keep an eye on you.
How could you not have noticed? Don't go blank!
To tell you the truth, I didn't even notice until I was out of the castle!
...... Are you sure you didn't notice?
I'm confident I'm weaker than the villagers.
I'm confident I'm weaker than the villagers." "Don't brag about that, .......

　Yoxu holds his head, this guy is hard-headed, but he's rather fun to talk to.

I'd like to go see Marito and the Pope for a report as well, can I come through?
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　It's not only Yox, but the other holy knights and clergymen are feeling the tension unpleasantly.
　It's not hard to see why, since the great demon that defeated Yox is the world's most famous demon lord.

Of course.
I can't agree to that, there is no guarantee that you are not under the control of the Purple Demon Lord. You can't let a person with the power of caging meet the Pope.
"It's not for you to decide, is it?　I don't want to be kept waiting. I don't want to be kept waiting, so I'll head there on foot.
"...... is fine.

　So we all headed to Taze Castle while being surrounded by holy knights.
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　It was Pope Eupharo who opened his mouth.

"I see you have not been affected by the power of the Entanglement.
I can see that.
I have your mental state memorized, right down to the wavelength of your magic. If you're affected in any way, I'll know immediately.

　I'm sure he's capable of more detailed analysis than Lakra and the others are capable of detecting lies, so he's no stranger to being the head of the Mejis. 　

We've had some success.
Let's hear it.
All the great demons have perished except for Duvraeus. The remaining demons are being kept away from inhabited areas under the direction of the Purple Demon Lord.
Well, that's certainly a great victory. But what about those two behind you?
The Purple Demon Lord and the Great Demon Duvraeus have decided to join our side.
Do you know what you're talking about?
Yes, I've sided with the Demon Lord, a symbol of awe and vindictiveness for the humans of this world.

　Pope Eupharo stared straight at me.
　No anger, no surprise, just calm.

Are you saying that you will become an enemy of humanity?
I have no intention of becoming one.
Then I have only one thing to say to you: extradite these men to the Medis.
I can't do that.
We Yugra cultists treat the Demon Lord as an enemy. If you want to protect the Demon Lord, then you are also against Yugraism and Mejis. You're not so stupid as to not understand that. What do you want?
"To put it simply, I've decided to join the Purple Demon King and exist as the Third Camp.
"Third camp ......?　
I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.

　I'm not sure what to make of that.
　I'm not laughing at you, you bastard.

"I know you're friendly to the Demon Lord. But from where we stand, he's nothing more than a hostile force.
If you want to be hostile, be my guest.
Are you trying to tell me that we're not going to lose?
No way. I'm a poor man, okay?　And a very cowardly one at that.
Then how dare you make an enemy of us humans, when you know that you alone can do anything you want?
Yes, that's why I've decided to let the Yugra religion protect me.


"What do you mean?
I've arranged it so that if anything happens to me, the people in this third camp will know how to obtain resuscitation magic.
What?

　The surrounding area buzzed even more.
　There is no Yugra cultist who doesn't know the horror of resurrection magic, which is forbidden in the world and creates demon kings.
　The mere mention of the name raises the alarm.

In the event that the third camp is attacked from the human side, the Purple Demon King and the Golden Demon King will have the knowledge to reach the realm of reanimation magic.
"As you said, mistress Garne will also join his camp, okay?

　The Golden Demon King appeared in the back.

"Are you insane? If you do that...
I'm afraid a new Demon Lord may arise.

　Most of the immortals who existed in the past have already returned.
　For the human race that has its hands full just dealing with their existence, the increase of new Demon Lords would be the worst development that could even be considered unfashionable.

But it's possible that you're bluffing. You escaped the castle and retrieved your friends. And then you went right back to finish it.
"Yes, but did you forget?　You don't remember why the Golden Horde is here?
It's because...

　The Gold Demon Lord left his body in Gurne.
　If he wanted to, he could immediately bring the information to Garne.
　It's also possible to give it to the demons that have just been dispersed.

"Of course, it's difficult to decipher, but for immortal demon lords, a single clue should be enough.

　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure you'll be able to do it.
　It's a nuclear mine that will spawn new demon lords if it gets out of hand.
　If you say that it is a dangerous factor that can harm humans and must be eliminated, then you should make it so that harm will clearly fall on people if it is eliminated.
　This is a dangerous idea, even for me.
　However, in order to compete with Pope Eupharo, who has a different position, it is necessary to eliminate that difference.
　A discussion can only take place on an equal footing.

There will be people who want to kill me regardless of the Yugra religion. So please do your best to protect me, Your Holiness.
"Are you willing to put the world at risk for your own protection?
Yes, as you know, I'm a coward.

　Pope Euphro is giving me a very difficult look, I'm sorry if I made you sick to your stomach.
　I'll take him out for a meal at Dog Bone next time.
　As I was thinking this, Marito stepped forward.

I can't say that I'll be joining that third camp, but I won't complain if you can put a collar on the Demon Lord, who is currently helpless. Fortunately, the representative is a trustworthy person. I'll accept it.
That's good to know. Pope, I'm not asking you to give me an answer right now, so take it home and think it over.
I can't accept that!

　The one who jumped out was Jox, and at the same time the other holy knights made their move.
　The other Holy Knights also made a move. Well, there are few people who can accept such an absurd idea.

Yox, don't do it!
"No, Your Holiness, if we allow such a thing to happen, the Yugra religion would be condoning the existence of a Demon Lord in the world!

　Allowing this proposal would be contrary to the teachings of Yugraism that with the exception of a few Demon Lords, they are not enemies of humanity.
　A devoted follower of the Yugra religion would never be able to accept this proposal.
　However, only Yox is so enthusiastic.
　Pope Eupharo is wavering, for he values the peace of mankind more than the teachings of Yugraism.
　He knows that Seiya Yukura created the Demon King and understands that his teachings are not absolute.
　However, Yox is deeply ingrained in the teachings of Yugura.
　The tension was palpable, and in the midst of it all, the one who made the move was...

"If you harm the Lord, I will not allow it.

　Countless bones were drilled into the shadows of the surrounding holy knights.
　Duvvleor mutated his right arm and wielded the power of the Right Arm of Connection.
　It's a great way to make sure you don't get caught in the middle of the action.

You...!
"My Lord, the Purple Demon Lord, promised that he would never act against humans. I'm sure you're not the only one who has a problem with that.

　At this point, Ilias, Mikus, and Wolfe, who were on the side of the Tars, could not move.
　Lakra, on the side of Mejis, is out of the question.
　Ecdysius is badly injured, and the Golden Demon King is unfit to face a multitude.
　The only one who has the freedom to act out in this situation is Duvraeor.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you. ...... I'm not sure if Wolfe is on Taze's side, but his landlord is Iliad, so I'm sure he is.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

"Yox, at least for today, give up. I'm not sure what to make of it.
What does it matter?
Yox, are you so stupid that you can't even understand the meaning of fighting in this place?

　I'm not sure what to say.
　At the same time, all the bones that had been drilled into the ground shattered.
　I'm not sure if it's the same as Lakra's warding technique or if the Pope is just as skilled.

"The current Mejis can't even defeat the Purple Demon King. As long as he has promised to restrain him and he has fulfilled that promise, there will be a futile fight if we make things worse. At the very least, those who die here will not be martyred but as good as dead as dogs.

　With Pope Eupharo's words, I could see that those who had been in a frenzy to kill were losing their will to fight.
　Pope Eupharo left the scene with the Holy Knights.
　Finally, he turns back to me and speaks with the same look in his eyes.

Whatever effect you have on this world, we can no longer tolerate it. Hopefully, you will not be a threat to humanity.


I intend to.

　And so the long night ended.
　Before you know it, the sun is beginning to rise.
　The problems keep piling up, but...

I think I can breathe a sigh of relief.
What are you talking about? I told you it was a sermon.

　I wasn't.