The Betrayed Devil No Longer Hides His Power

9 – Don’t let anyone live 5

Hella returned after cleaning up the situation.

Then she spoke in a voice filled with deep bitterness towards me as I was removing the bandage from her face.

“Sorry. In this way, I became the picture of the demon lord’s achievements stolen… “

Despite following my orders, Hella apologized.

It seemed that this situation was not very comfortable for her, who had a strong sense of loyalty.

Looking at Hella, who is so naive and at the same time charming, I said in a quiet voice with a smile on my lips.

“You don’t have to think that way. Like I said, even if you don’t hide your power, it’s better to hide your name as much as possible. Thinking about the future.”

“That… Certainly yes, but… “

Of course, if the fact that the demon king was resurrected became known, the repercussions would inevitably be enormous.

The tribal union will immediately organize an army including warriors and rush to this place, and if that happens, even if they don’t know about the two people, the demons who managed to save them could not guarantee their lives.

Although the only ones remaining here were the demons on the same side, even so, in a situation where many people knew the secret, it was impossible to tell when and how the story could be counted.

In that respect, it was better for now to organize the case by putting the name of Hella, who was originally famous, in the front.

And

And one more thing.

Even if it wasn’t such a realistic part, there was another reason why I couldn’t stand in front of others like that.

‘No. Maybe other reasons are just excuses… ‘

Although they brought in grandiose reasons for blocking information,

Actually, I knew that too.

The reason why I am reluctant to reveal my existence to the demons.

It is… Even now, it weighs heavily on my heart.

It was because of guilt.

Because of my mistake, they lost their family and precious people, and they were losing them again.

If I hadn’t believed in tribal union like an asshole…

If only I hadn’t lost my heart to the hero just because he was my favorite character.

Such a terrible thing would never have happened.

All these tragedies eventually happened because of my stupidity.

To the people who will be hurt by this.

I’m not even going to reveal the fact that I’m their lord.

I couldn’t even step forward because I saved them.

‘I don’t have the right to do that. There’s only one thing I have to do. Destroy the tribal union with all your might and rebuild the Demon Kingdom. That’s all…’

So, reminding me of my duty once again.

I tried hard to turn away from this discomfort that was still weighing on my heart.

Then.

“Come to think of it. There is a story I just heard.”

“… What?”

Hella speaks in a calm voice.

Then she continued with a more serious expression on her face.

“One of the people asked me earnestly. He would have been dangerous if he hadn’t been the one who commanded the undead. He must… Please say thank you.”

“!…”

A message from Hella containing a heart of gratitude.

It was a short sentence that wasn’t very long, but…

The moment I heard this,

I have a small part of my heart…

I felt like I was getting a little lighter.

Then.

While looking at me, who had relaxed a little like that.

“What is the Maou worrying about… Little girl, but I know.”

Hella said with a gentle smile.

“Guilt… Are you feeling it? The Demon Kingdom… And of what the people have become like this.”

“!”

Hella accurately matches my thoughts.

For a moment, I was seized with deep surprise.

“That… Did you show off that much?”

“Because that’s all I can think of in the current situation. In addition, the girl can understand to some extent the worries of the master, a body that has already served the demon king for many years.”

“… “

With those words, Hella gave a quiet smile.

Then she turned her gaze away from me, who had been silent, and looked out of her window.

“Even so… As a mere servant, I will not be able to fully understand the lord’s agony. But… Look at it, my lord. See them here now.”

At her words, my gaze went straight out the window.

There…

There were demons who were overcome with joy and were happy.

Those who enjoy this moment while eating and drinking to their heart’s content the food they have accumulated in the warehouse.

Those who are reunited with their worried families shed tears of relief.

And…

Under the protection of the undead,

Young demons curled up around a bonfire and sleeping with peaceful faces.

Even though I was just looking at you, I was briefly distracted by that image that made a corner of my heart feel at ease.

Then, in my ears, I started to hear Hella’s voice again.

“It was none other than the Demon King who made this appearance. Thanks to the return of the Demon King… Thanks to the Demon King stepping in, they were able to receive salvation like this.”

“Hella… “

“There is nothing I can say about the Demon King’s mistake. But… At least this miracle accomplished by the hands of my lord. I want to tell you that there is no need to turn away because of feelings of guilt.”

“… “

Soft and warm.

Then,

Her words sounded like an alarm to me who was obsessed with guilt.

After that, Hella silently looked down at the figure below.

She must also be feeling proud at this moment, as she helped save them.

But

My gaze at this moment.

Not the demons I gave you peace,

The existence that gave me a ray of peace in my heart…

He stayed with Hella.

‘Really me is a guy… I didn’t know anything… ‘

In the original work, Hella was a passing mid-boss who didn’t leave much of an impact.

Although her appearance was quite beautiful, in the first place, due to the nature of the game overflowing with beautiful characters, it was not so noticeable.

In addition, there were no special lines or events, so

Even right after the possession, her existence was nothing more or less than a mere escort knight to me.

After a while, she came to think of herself as a reliable subordinate as a loyal subordinate, but that’s all.

My heart was always focused on the warrior, but other women didn’t come into my eyes.

But at this moment,

I came to realize it belatedly.

Those who truly care about me…

The existence I should consider the most precious is…

Maybe from the beginning

The fact that it might have been by my side.

*

“For the party of warriors who led this expedition to victory!”

“For!”

The capital of the Utopian Empire, a nation of humans.

Constantine

A large celebration party on a national scale was being held there.

A banquet hall full of splendor.

This place is full of sumptuous food, lively music, and people dressed in old-fashioned clothes.

In the VIP seat located in the center,

The beings who confirmed the destruction of the Demon Kingdom, and the heroes of the continent who came back victorious in the previous expedition.

The warriors of the warrior party were seated.

“hahahaha! Thank you everyone, but today’s victory would not have been possible without your help. This is a victory not only for our warrior party, but for all of us!”

“Since you said that, I don’t know what to do, Mr. Shula.”

“I heard that the remnants of the Asmodians lost hundreds of lives during the expedition. It is indeed a great performance worthy of the red knight Shulan.”

“Ha ha ha! You are exaggerating. I just did my best to be free.”

A female warrior who speaks in a high-pitched voice.

A figure with short black hair and contrasting white skin in a striking red outfit.

Red knight Shula, a member of the warrior’s party, was cheering up the mood.

“Everybody’s victory. It certainly seems to be true, in fact, the fact that our warriors party was able to fight in peace is because of all of you who gave us strong support.”

Next, another person who brings excitement to her atmosphere.

She has blue eyes and silver hair.

She is a woman wearing a blue robe and carrying her cane even in a situation like this.

Hermann, the blue witch, tilted her glass and showed a unique alluring smile.

“I heard that Rabida also made a great major. Could it be that she captured the referee? You are truly wonderful.”

“Hmmm… I just took my time moderately. It would have been quite difficult if the hero hadn’t landed the final blow at the end.”

Ravida, a dwarf warrior with a long beard.

Although she was short due to the nature of her race, her thick muscles and unique spirit reminiscent of a walking steel fortress made me think of the word strong even at a banquet like this.

“But the other person is nowhere to be seen today. Are you busy with clerical work today?”

“hahahaha Yes, that nun is always busy with work.”

“Don’t mind the one who doesn’t have one, just take a glass from me. This Shula, I wanted to pour you a drink for the Prime Minister.”

“Thank you so much. If it’s the cup given to you by the hero Shula, then of course you should take it!”

The heroes of the warrior’s party are talking in a cheerful atmosphere, although each feels different.

On the other hand,

Among them, even in this situation, just to remain silent,

There was a person who just kept silent.

A character tilting his glass silently as if he was not happy.

The person who made the biggest contributions but has the most silence.

Hero Elese.

At this moment, she forcibly emptied her glass, suppressing the urge to escape.

‘Was it just this?… Just for this… I…’