Rise of the Jester

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(Holy shit, since Zailrin+Zekeril won't be a part of the lizard folk till later, I can add some stuff for Demiurge and Albedo.

Also, I'm going on a cruise starting July 22, in a few days, so these few chapters will mostly be off-"book". Basically not from the anime.

Anywho-)

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I smiled at seeing Demiurge, both our tails wagging a bit when we both smiled at each other.

"Greetings, Lady Zailrin."Demiurge greeted, gasping when I hugged him.

"Welcome back, Demiurge."I happily greeted him, letting go.
"Seeing as your back, does that mean your quest on parchment paper was successful?"I asked, getting a nod.

"Of course. Cocytus is already using them."Demiurge responded, making me nod.

"I'm not surprised. That's expected of you."I said, turning.
"Now, where did you want to walk?"I asked Demiurge, the demon smiling widely before following after me.

"I'm happy walking anywhere with you, my lady."He answered, making me chuckle. Of course. I should know by now that the residents of Nazarick are content with being in our presence. I hummed, tapping my child. Before glancing at Demiurge, making him nervous.

"Then, how about you join me in the arena."I suggested, his eyes widening.

"Of course my lady, it would be my pleasure!"He declared, making me chuckle as we continued on. As we walked I thought about what punishment I could give Demiurge, glancing at him. He loves me, but would he love me enough to not be hurt from this? Demiurge stops in front of the door, tilting his head.
"My lady, if I may know, what are you thinking about?"He asked, making me frown a bit.

"I was thinking of what kind of punishment you should receive."I answered, grabbing his hand.
"I don't want to hurt you, but the one I'm thinking of may hurt you emotionally."I added, Demiurge nodding as he squeezed my hand.

"Zailrin, don't hesitate."Demiurge stated, looking at me.
"I was wrong to say you were a fool. Lord Ainz was right to not allow you to die for him."He said, moving a hand to my cheek.
"We'd all hate to lose such a kind hearted soul that we love."He said, making me smile.

"I'll start your punishment the next time we're both here together, for now I shall cherish my time with you."I said, kissing his cheek before pulling him through the arena's doors. I slowed down as I recognized the hallway, making me chuckle.
"So much has happened since we were transported into this world."I said before shifting into Zekeril, excitedly grabbing his hands.
"I've been practicing with fire!"I grinned, letting go of him before rushing down into the arena.

"Y-You've been doing what?!"Demiurge questioned while I created a barrier with magic, immediately summoning a fire golem. It roared at me, startling me for a second before looking over at Demiurge.

"I want to become stronger for Ainz and Nazarick, so I've been working on my fear with fire."I explain, motioning to the golem.
"That's why you couldn't find me earlier. I was here fighting this."I ended, getting a growl from the living fire. Demiurge nodded, looking at me.

"My Lord, your fear of fire doesn't make you weak."Demiurge said while taking my hands in his, making me smile as I leaned my head against his.

"Demiurge, it is a weakness, but it's one I can learn to get over."I said, squeezing his hands when he still looked concerned.
"If you're worried then how about you join me everytime I train?"I asked, raising my head from his.
"I'll be able to train and you'll be able to watch me in case anything bad happens?"I added, making him nod.