LIGHTNOVELSTORY Chapter 52 - Episode 52: The Demon King Learns Goblin Taro's Level
Episode 52: The Demon King Learns Goblin Taro’s Level
“Are you really a hero?”
“I’m a hero, dammit! But never mind that, we’re short on time! Don’t you have a horse?”
“Nope. I travel on foot.”
“Oh, come on! Hurry up, or the demons will come!”
“Demons?”
“I’m talking about the village chief! If he doesn’t like something, he’ll summon lightning right away! The more you resist, the more he’ll strike! He shows no mercy at all! Don’t be fooled by his gentle smile! He’s a devil, dammit!”
Good grief.
I’m a demon myself, you know.
Oh well.
“I want to know about the demon duke Zaus. Can you tell me?”
“Huh? Who cares about that! Right now, we have a chance to escape from that demon! We only have 5 minutes! We can’t afford to miss this chance!”
Good grief.
It’s pointless to run away with the slave mark. The lightning from the slave mark will activate no matter how far you are if the master chants it. I could explain it properly, but maybe I should use it as a negotiation tactic instead.
“Fine. I’ll let you escape.”
“What!? Really!?”
“Yeah. Trust me.”
“Ugh… Do you know anyone who can use the secret technique to break contracts?”
Oh.
He’s a sly one. Is he trying to break free by destroying the slave mark?
Alright.
“Yeah, of course. Leave everything to me. I won’t do anything bad.”
“O-Okay, fine. So, what do you want to know about that damn Zaus?”
“I want to know his true level. What level is he?”
“…Zaus is hiding his status with concealment magic. But why does a wandering medicine seller like you want to know that?”
Hmm.
Let’s just go along with it.
“I have a grudge. Someone important to me was killed.”
“Oh. Revenge, huh?”
“Yeah, something like that. So, what’s his level? You should know if you’ve fought him.”
“Hehehe. Well, yeah. I know.”
“Tell me quickly.”
“…Give me 100.”
“What!? Are you trying to extort money?”
“Well, yeah. Of course. I still need money even after escaping. I need escape funds.”
Good grief.
He’s quite the opportunist.
Oh well, I’ll give him about 100 cozons.
“Here you go. Is this enough?”
“Whaaat! It’s, it’s money! Moneyyyy! Whooooo! Hahahaha!”
“Now tell me! What’s Zaus’ level!?”
“Hehehe. Don’t be surprised when you hear it. Zaus’s level is–”
Just as I was about to say it, the village chief’s voice echoed.
“Cea! Break time’s over! If you don’t return within 5 seconds, lightning will strike!”
Hey hey.
“Aaaah! I-I’ll be right back!”
Cea grabbed my collar.
“Co-Come back tonight! I’ll talk then!!”
Jeez.
Can I really wait that long?
“I paid you. Tell me.”
“No! Where will you arrange for my escape!? It can only be done at night!!”
Ugh… He’s quite shrewd.
“Listen! The demons sleep at night! I’ll tell you Zaus’ level then. Okay, you still have 4 seconds. There’s one second left, so you’re still in time!”
And as he started running,
Lightning struck Cea.
“Aaaargh!”
“Hehehe. You’re too late to come to me. I said within 5 seconds, didn’t I? 5 seconds exactly is too late. You must arrive at my place by 4.9 seconds. Not at the exact 5 seconds.”
“Ah… Ah… Ah…”
“Oh? Are those coins in your hand? There are 100 cozons, aren’t there?”
“Ugh… My… hands… numb… I-I can’t move…”
“A slave’s belongings belong to the master. The master’s belongings also belong to the master. Hehehe. I’ll take these for myself.”
He really is a demon.
Oh well.
Let’s come back tonight.
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—Water Squad Leader Majimett’s Perspective —
I reported the situation to the Demon King. The goblin under Zaus, Goblin Taro, is strong. His level is 280.
“Braaaaah! Majimett! Did you seriously think that such a goblin would be my enemy!?”
“No… It’s a serious matter. But…”
“That’s right, that’s right. What are you going to do, being nervous about a mere level 280? Braaaaah!”
Hehehe. That’s true too.
I’ve heard that the Demon King is a transforming type of demon. When he transforms into his true form, his level shoots up.
Oh, right.
The conversation isn’t over yet.
“Demon King, actually, this Goblin Taro seems to be able to enter a mode called Muscle Awakening Muscle Wake, and it seems that he can effectively double his level.”
“What!? Double it, you say!?”
“Yes… So it’s level 560.”
“…………”
“Huh? Uh, hey? W-Wait, Demon King!?”
“…Braaah.”
His voice is so small!
I can’t feel the confidence he had just moments ago!
Could it be that level 560 is comparable to his transformed level!?
“Well, Demon King… Considering it’s a goblin with this level. Seriously speaking, it’s possible that his master Zaus has an even higher level.”
“…Indeed.”
Is he lying?
The Demon King, who stands over 10 meters tall, looks small.
“Majimett. Have you confirmed Zaus’s level?”
“We’re currently investigating.”
“I see…”
“Well, Demon King?”
“What is it?”
“We can win, right?”
“…Of course we can win! Braaaah!!”
“R-Right! Of course! Hahaha!”
“Braaaah!! I am the strongest Demon Kingggg!!”
“…Hahaha.”
Seriously speaking.
This might not work out.