The NTR Hero Knelt Before the Demon King – Chapter 141

“Hmm…”

The Demon King received a report on the situation in the Falcon Empire.

At this moment, she was feeling an incredibly complicated emotional state about the current situation, which was flowing in every way different from what she had imagined.

‘What should I say… It feels like the scale suddenly got way too big…’

Originally, their plan was to help Cassandra succeed in the rebellion and thereby weaken the Empire.

However, this was suddenly a situation dropped straight from the sky by the God Amun, making a complete revision of their plans unavoidable.

Initially, the Demon King had judged the Elf Church Country as being an Evil God.

But according to the Hero, this Amun had no intention of being hostile toward the Demon Races and aimed to turn the nations of the continent—potential foes like the Falcon Empire, the Magic Kingdom, the Elf Church Country, and the Beastman Kingdom—upside down.

In fact, upon descending into this world, she had already taken the life of Emperor Kratos III of the Falcon Empire, long an arch-enemy of the Demon Kingdom.

In that regard, the Demon King thought it wouldn’t be a bad idea to temporarily join hands with Amun, but she couldn’t shake the burden of the current situation.

“Beelzebub, what do you think we should do? It’s certainly appealing from our perspective, but no matter how I think about it, I don’t think it’s something we can decide so easily.”

“I think so as well. To proceed as the Hero has suggested, we’d have to deal with the World Tree Jupiter first, which we previously prevented from being destroyed, along with their national treasures.”

This matter, of course, was to be carried out under the auspices of Amun, but it could inadvertently provoke a widespread backlash across the continent.

At least they wouldn’t have to worry much about the Falcon Empire, but it would be quite troublesome if the other three countries turned their arrows this way.

While pondering this, the Demon King Nazareth began to formulate her thoughts. Beelzebub calmly spoke up after a moment’s pause.

“For now, I think we’d better accept this job. As the Hero said, it is, quite literally, a divine opportunity. If they’re going to be our enemies someday anyway, rooting them out decisively when the chance arises is the right answer. However…”

“However?”

“You must ensure one thing. No matter what happens, this matter must not leak outside… We cannot allow it to be known that we are behind this.”

“Hmm… But isn’t that going to be incredibly difficult? Although there have been a few similar tasks I’ve carried out before, this is about targeting their national treasures. For example, the World Tree Jupiter of the Elf Church Country. Is it even possible to hide who has destroyed it?”

“We must make it possible… Ideally, while the Elf Church is somewhat our vassal, it should be relatively easy to handle. But the Magic Kingdom and the Beastman Kingdom… especially in the case of the Magic Kingdom, it will truly be difficult.”

“Indeed… the Magic King is definitely not an easy opponent.”

The Magic King, overseer Azuthas, was someone they had happened to encounter only once in the past. Although she had never directly participated in combat, the Demon King could vaguely sense how horrifying a monster the small girl with an appearance like that was.

‘The opponent’s power is likely on par with mine… Of course, since I’ve never actually seen her in battle, I can’t be certain, but she’s definitely not ordinary.’

Even simply maintaining her own country without being absorbed by the massive Falcon Empire indicated a fair level of strength from her and the Magic Kingdom.

So, recognizing that the tasks ahead would be far from easy,


At the same time, to make the most out of the situation with a being that wielded absolute power, the Demon King ultimately decided to accept the Hero’s proposal.

‘Thinking about it, if I were to offend a God with such power, I might end up at an even greater loss. In the end, in this unavoidable situation, all we can do is make sure to take full advantage of this opportunity…’

*

“Geez… What in the world is going on here…”

“Right? I thought we could finally explode without a care, but things have gotten all weird.”

The two who had been looking forward to some blood-splattering battles after a period of relative peace found the current situation had diverged from their expectations.

The sudden arrival of a God and the dramatic reversal that unfolded in that process.

As a result, instead of attacking the Imperial Capital alongside Cassandra’s soldiers, they found themselves in a position where they simply had to lead their troops into the already secured Imperial Capital.

Of course, achieving their goal without shedding blood was a good outcome, but for them, who had come here looking for a fight, it was akin to being full without even eating.

Thus, feeling a sense of slight dissatisfaction about this incomplete combustion, they prepared to move toward the Imperial Palace.

And at this moment, alongside them, besides the Dark Elf Amelda serving them, was yet another person.

“Still, isn’t this going well? Amun himself is protecting us. What greater blessing could there be?”

“…Oh, wait, you were originally a devotee of Amun, weren’t you?”

A figure spoke with sparkling eyes and an emotional voice.

Cleopatra.

Originally active in the Elf Church Country as a devotee of Amun, she had fallen into becoming a woman thanks to Eliza, yet still retained her faith in Amun in her heart.

However, that faith was now overshadowed by her submissiveness toward Eliza.

For her, seeing Amun descend to the earthly realm alive, even if she had failed in her mission, was something truly overwhelming.

The reason she voluntarily took on the task of delivering the Demon King’s letter was likely so she could meet Amun face to face.

“Speaking of which… that Amun is truly merciful. I didn’t expect a betrayer who caused such a major disaster to be forgiven by someone like you.”

“Amun is a generous being. He did scold me for failing my mission, but he also said he wouldn’t hold this greater sin against me since I did my best.”

The Elf Cleopatra, once named Antonius, who had failed her mission and caused many of her comrades to perish.

However, Amun had not imposed any significant punishment on her when she bowed her head in apology.

The incident was not so much because of her incompetence but rather a matter of extreme bad luck; moreover, having transformed into a woman and lost her status, power, and perhaps something even more precious, was itself a significant penalty.

But apart from that, Cleopatra’s faith in Amun had only grown stronger.

“What do you think, My Lord and Nyadan? Why not take this opportunity to become devotees of Amun as well?”

“I’ll pass, even if they’re on our side right now, I have no intention of bowing my head to someone who might stab us in the back at any moment.”

“I agree with Eliza. Really, something like a God doesn’t suit us Demon Races.”

“…Is that so… what a shame. But if the opportunity arises, please let me know anytime. Amun accepts any form of love as long as it doesn’t involve the vile act of taking someone else’s love.”

“Hmph… that does sound intriguing.”

“…Fine, I’ll keep it in mind.”

While Nyadan subtly leaned in close, enjoying some skinship, Eliza sighed lightly and patted her ‘girlfriend’s’ head.

After exchanging light banter, they finished preparing to move and started to set off toward the Imperial Capital alongside the others who had been waiting.

*

Standing alone on high ground in the Imperial Capital, Achilles observed Amun and Cassandra’s party quietly approaching.

The plan he had prepared for the last few years would finally reach its conclusion with their arrival.

The Emperor who had snatched away his beloved wife was dead, and the wife who had betrayed him was also dealt with by his own hand.

And now, once Cassandra arrives, the royal palace would be perfectly in their grasp.

However, despite thinking such thoughts, Achilles felt no joy in his current situation.

To him, power was merely a means to an end.


Having achieved his goal, it was no longer needed, and in that sense, he was already considering handing over the power he held to Cassandra.

Whether she became the Empress or installed someone from the royal family as a puppet, Achilles had no further interest or excitement in the matter.

‘…Indeed, it’s all so hollow. I finally fulfilled my long-desired revenge, yet… in the end, I’m left with nothing.’

With such thoughts in mind, Achilles slowly began to descend from the spire toward the lower levels.

Ultimately, what mattered now was to welcome the guests that were about to arrive.


He decided to postpone any personal concerns for later.