When A Supreme Leader Build a Nation from Another World

Chapter 11

The area was soon under their control, the sound of victory echoing through the battlefield as the goblin general fell. The medics and healers swiftly moved to tend to the wounded, offering solace to those suffering both physical injuries and emotional trauma. As the dust settled, the soldiers began cleaning the reclaimed land, removing the fallen monsters' bodies and piling them in the mountain's shadow. The SRS flame troopers encircled the mound, their flamethrowers crackling to life as they reduced the remains to ash. Despite their success in slaying the majority of the monsters, the casualties among their ranks were few but significant. With reverence, they carried their fallen comrades to give them the burial they deserved, ensuring their sacrifices would not be forgotten.

Before the Unyonian soldiers could even cast a glance at their comrades' bodies, the SRS soldiers stood in silent salute. The Unyonian forces followed suit, honoring those who had given their lives. With solemnity, they laid their fallen friends to rest, sending their spirits to the afterlife where they could find peace and freedom from pain.

Inside the castle's throne room, Xavier shared grim news with Princess Carmella and the council members. He spoke of the demon lord who had once founded the continent, bringing with him an army of monsters to wage war on their kingdom, nearly wiping them out. The revelation left the council in stunned silence. A demon lord, loyal to a demon king, had found his way to their lands with the sole purpose of exterminating them to rid the world of those still loyal to the demon queen's ideals.

Carmella's voice broke the quiet. "This is why my father died in the war?"

"Yes, your highness," Xavier replied, his tone heavy with the weight of truth.

She was visibly shaken by the revelation. Her hands pressed to her face, and tears streamed down her cheeks. Frieda, ever the pillar of strength, stepped forward to offer the comfort Carmella so desperately needed.

Dargan spoke, his voice tinged with disbelief. "So, it was a demon lord who started this war against us? He's planning to wipe us out?"

Carmella sniffed, trying to compose herself. "But why?"

Guzah answered her question softly, his gaze distant. "To erase the remnants of those who still follow the demon queen's ideals."

Xavier's eyes darkened. "He wants all of you dead. He sent the demon lord here to bring monsters and sow destruction. The hatred he harbors for you is immense."

Guzah nodded gravely. "Indeed. He truly does hate you all."

Dargan's voice became serious as he addressed Xavier. "Sir Salvador, you must be cautious. Demon lords are beings of incredible power, with magic that can obliterate all who stand against them. This one is no different."

Xavier's resolve remained firm. "I'll be cautious, but I cannot sit idly by while he sends more monsters to slaughter us. It's time we find and eliminate this demon lord before he can find us."

Guzah's eyes widened in realization. "But you possess powers like no other, Sir Xavier."

Xavier nodded slowly. "True, but these powers are new to me. I still have much to learn before I can control them properly. And the demon lord... he would exploit any weakness I have. That's why I must proceed carefully. Frieda..."

Frieda looked at him, waiting.

"Rally the forces," Xavier commanded. "It's time we hunt the demon lord."

As they made their way out of the room to begin their mission, Carmella called out to them.

"Wait! Let me come with you."

Xavier turned to her, his expression kind but resolute. "I'm sorry, your highness. But your duty lies here, rebuilding and caring for your people. I cannot risk leaving this castle vulnerable to attack."