Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken (WN) 2018

c102 - Audience with Monsters

One and a half months have passed since I had ascended to a Demon Lord.
The construction of the Colosseum has also progressed well. Gerudo's command and capacity for construction has allowed the project to progress just as planned.[1]Furthermore, the youngest of the three Dwarf Brothers, Mildo, had actually revised my blueprint and made it into a gorgeous building with a high artistic value. As expected from a dwarf, no, this was the work of a true artist. Simply splendid craftsmanship.With this, the workmanship can even please those from royal families. For me, who has a rather low level of artistic capacity, it's quite helpful to have someone around with such talents.Even with Mildo's additions, there will still be plenty of time before my debut and the Tournament are scheduled to begin.Regarding Underground LabyrinthDungeon, the prospect for it was very good,[2] there were still various things that I wanted to look into further, such as the Labyrinth's design, but I had to entrust the remaining details to Ramiris and Veldora.Though there were plenty of things I wanted to get involved in, I simply don't have the time to help out with everything.To celebrate my ascension, or rather, to truly ascertain it whether I really am a Demon Lord, the representatives of various races have begun gathering one after another at the Monster's CountryTempest.It would seem that they wish to swear their loyalty to the Demon Lord, and as a result, gain the Divine Protection that such a Lord could provide.However, if said Demon Lord lacked the ability to lead, said Lord would surely plunge them into a certain path of destruction, rather than prosperity.Until now, the Great Forest of Jura was under the Divine Protection of Veldora, who had protected the region, turning it into a non-aggression zone.The nonaggression area was now governed and under control of the new Demon Lord.This region was now under the governing body of the newest Demon Lord who suddenly appeared. Moreover, it became known to most that this Demon Lord was still quite a novice at such things. To discover that the new protector of the forest was such a being, certainly it would not be unreasonable for the representatives of said races to feel rather insecure about their futures.Today, I was dressed in ceremonial fashion.Today, I was worshiped as a Great Demon Lord.In the appearance of Slime.It would seem that I've already been turned into an ornament and treated like the like Kagami mochi[3] that decorates a Kamidana[4].Wouldn't it just be fine to leave a clone instead of me having to sit here...?Well, I did say this, but it was immediately rejected with smiles. Yep, it sure is so wonderful that the Department heads are in complete agreement at times like this. I really appreciate their desire to have me wait here.Reluctantly, I was displayed and was 'requested' not to move.Honestly, I was amazed at their preparation for the event to the extent that they even had Magic clothes for a Slime prepared and everything...I looked down upon the kneeling monsters who wished for an audience with me.I think that such formalities such as dressing up and kneeling are unnecessary, but showing dignity is important. Reluctantly I had to go along with the Department's demands. It can be said that the usual slime versionform didn't have dignity.Well, I don't really care.However, what was interesting were the reactions from the various races.Because I didn't do or say a thing, as if I was an ornament, I silently cast my gaze upon the monsters as they introduced themselves.The reactions could be said to be divided into three groups. These were those who held admiration, those who were observing, and finally, those who held great fear.From those who were observing, there were even a few that were looking down on me a bit, but that might end up being rather convenient.The real problem falls with those who are frightened. Those often cause the real problems.I accepted an audience while thinking on it further.

The first people who I granted an audience were those who believed in my capabilities and held great respect for me. Mostly those who I have already established ties to previously.

This time, it was the Lizardmen's Chief[5], Gabil's father, and Clan Heads of the High Orc.「It has been a long time, Rimuru-dono.... no... I should say Demon Lord Rimuru-sama.... On such a joyous occasion, we also-[6]」(Gabil's Father)